Cook Islands, Australia strongly condemns Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
The Cook Islands join with others in condemning Russia’s unprovoked invasion of the Ukraine.
“We call on Russia to end the hostilities and violations of...
Russia-Ukraine conflict to impact Pacific economies – USP academic
The invasion of Ukraine is likely to have a significant impact on the Pacific, warns a senior USP academic.
Last Thursday, Russia commenced a massive...
‘We just keep going’: The Tongan resort destroyed by nature’s fury – for the third time
When the Ha’atafu beach resort was levelled by the tsunami that hit Tonga last month, it was the third time that the family-run business...
NZ Government increasing number of RSE workers allowed into New Zealand from Pacific Islands
The Government is increasing the number of seasonal workers from the Pacific Islands that are allowed into New Zealand.
It is increasing the quota of...
In the Pacific, a rich vein of resources still doesn’t make for rich populations
Fish, logs and metals buried under the sea floor are all on the shopping list of the resource-hungry powers of China and the West....
‘The grass is green here’: How Auckland became Mecca for Pasifika communities
By Torika Tokalau
Auckland was promoted as a ‘Mecca’ for Pacific Islanders in the 1950s. They came in their droves, and Tāmaki Makaurau is...
Super Rugby Pacific: Brumbies roll to 42-3 Fijian Drua thrashing
The Brumbies have turned on a ruthless display to crush newcomers Fijian Drua 42-3 in a Super Rugby Pacific blowout at Canberra Stadium.
The Brumbies...
EU seeks Fiji’s support in condemning Russia
The European Union Ambassador to Fiji is hoping that the Fijian government will support their position and condemn the actions of Russia against Ukraine.
Speaking...
UNDP mobilises US$500,000 recovery efforts for Tonga
The UN Development Programme has committed US$500,000 to support recovery efforts for the Kingdom of Tonga following the eruption of the Hunga Tonga–Hunga Ha’apai...
Uncertain future for islanders who survived Tongan eruption
The first two booms from the volcano were scary enough, but the third explosion was immense, sending everyone from the village running from their...
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AFP sounds alarm over Pacific drug trade after 17 tonnes seized in 2026
The Australian Federal Police (AFP) says the Pacific is facing an escalating national security threat from transnational drug trafficking after 17 tonnes of illicit...
PNG highest Court rejects Nomane case over no-confidence motion
Papua New Guinea Parliament will not be recalled to debate a motion of confidence in Prime Minister James Marape.
This follows a Supreme Court ruling...
Naupa warns Australia’s Pacific security focus is hurting Vanuatu ties
A new policy brief by ni-Vanuatu researcher Anna Naupa has warned that Australia’s growing focus on security threats in the Pacific is straining relations...