Death on Jone Vakarisi now murder probe as Fiji Military admits error
The death of Jone Vakarisi is now being investigated as murder, with Fiji Police Force confirming a major escalation as the Republic of Fiji...
Cook Islands PM keeps election date ‘close to his chest’ as opposition eyes unseating him
Election fever is building in the Cook Islands as residents await the pending announcement of a date for this year's general election.
The Cook Islands...
Foreign Minister Tkatchenko certifies PNG-Australia defence treaty
Papua New Guinea Foreign Affairs Minister Justin Tkatchenko, on behalf of the Government, has certified the Papua New Guinea-Australia Defence Treaty, which Parliament ratified...
Ex-All Black Jeff Wilson says NZ Rugby shouldn’t be expected to bail out Moana Pasifika
Former All Blacks Jeff Wilson says it would be unrealistic to expect NZ Rugby to shell out money to keep Moana Pasifika afloat when...
ONOC highlights governance reforms and regional priorities at ANOC Executive Council Meeting in Cape Verde
The Oceania National Olympic Committees (ONOC) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening governance, enhancing operational effectiveness, and supporting athletes across the region, during an...
PNG Opposition accuses PM Marape of ‘deception’, demands defence force probe
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape’s government is under fire, with Opposition leader James Nomane alleging the Defence Force is being undermined and...
Solomon Islands AG advice questioned amid political standoff
Solomon Islands Office of the Attorney General (AG) is facing mounting scrutiny over its handling of the current political situation, with claims emerging that...
Vanuatu pursues climate justice at UN despite backlash
Vanuatu will renew its climate justice fight at the United Nations General Assembly with a draft resolution that was watered down after pushback from...
12 dead, 100,000 hit as Bougainville battles cyclone Maila devastation
Following two weeks of extensive damage caused by Tropical Cyclone Maila across Bougainville, the number of fatalities now stands at 12 and over 100,...
Migrant workers in Cook Islands call for better medical evacuation system, mandatory insurance
The recent sudden passing of a migrant worker in the Cook Islands has sparked discussions, especially among expatriate communities, who are now calling for...
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IRENA pushes faster fossil fuel exit as electrification becomes key to energy transition
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) says the next phase of the global energy transition must focus on electrification, renewable energy expansion and a...
Cook Islands declares end to dengue outbreak after more than a year
The Cook Islands has officially regained its dengue-free status after going 26 days without a recorded dengue case, the Ministry of Health announced Monday.
Secretary...
Fiji passes sweeping Education bill after nearly 60 years
Fiji’s Parliament has passed the Education Bill 2025, which replaces the Education Act of 1966. Government says the new Education Bill of 2025 is...