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People in Vanuatu remain optimistic about their future after two destructive cyclones in two days left parts of the Pacific nation in ruins.
Authorities are...
High seas treaty: historic deal to protect international waters finally reached at UN
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NZ sending cyclone relief to Vanuatu
New Zealand is sending humanitarian supplies to Vanuatu after the nation was hit by two cyclones within days of each other.
Foreign Affairs Minister Nanaia...
HMAS Canberra deployed to Vanuatu
The Australian Government has deployed HMAS Canberra following a request from the Government of Vanuatu.
The 230-metre long Landing Helicopter Dock has completed loading equipment,...
Nauru inducted as Micronesia Islands Forum’s newest member
Nauru has been inducted to the Micronesian Islands Forum (MIF) during the February meeting of the region’s leaders.
On 16 February, 2023, the Republic of...
Australian businesses and Pacific workers set to benefit from new support for skills training
Australian Minister for International Development and the Pacific Pat Conroy, has announced reforms to make skills training more accessible, flexible and affordable for Pacific...
PNG Hunters overcome Kaiviti Silktails in first Melanesian Bowl
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Waratahs down Fijian Drua with Super second half
The NSW Waratahs have emerged battered and bruised but with a vital win against Fijian Drua in a brutal Super Round rugby clash in...
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