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Time right for Fiji to take down ‘vulnerable’ Ireland: Frank Lomani
The Flying Fijians believe their time is now and are not shy talking about their intentions to take Ireland down.
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International concern over Tonga’s debate on death penalty for drug offences
Several international human rights organisations have expressed grave concern over recent discussions in Tonga's Parliament suggesting the extension of the death penalty to drug-related...
Media policy in vetting process: PNG Information Minister
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Former PNG PM O’Neill worried about laws to curb media, freedom of speech
The Papua New Guinea Government plans to introduce laws to curb free speech and freedom of the press, former prime minister Peter O’Neill says.
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Historic Launch of Right to Information (RTI) Initiative in the Solomon Islands
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Time right for Fiji to take down ‘vulnerable’ Ireland: Frank Lomani
The Flying Fijians believe their time is now and are not shy talking about their intentions to take Ireland down.
The sides have met 15...
John Sanday announced as Fiji Rugby Union chairman
Fiji Rugby has announced the appointment of John Sanday as the new Chairman of the Fiji Rugby Union (FRU).
Sanday was recently appointed as a...
Australia want Indigenous-Pasifika team to face Lions in place of Rebels
Rugby Australia aim to put together a team of Indigenous Australians and players with Pacific islands heritage to plug the gap in the British...
Oceania Rugby 7s draws unveiled: Action-Packed competition awaits in Honiara
The countdown has begun for the Oceania Rugby 7s Tournament, as the official draws were revealed today at the National Stadium in Honiara.
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Australia invests in the future of Pacific Cricket
The Australian Government and Cricket Australia are partnering to support high-performance cricket across the Pacific and strengthen connections with the region.
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WHO struggling to meet health-related goals in Western Pacific
The Western Pacific Region of the World Health Organisation (WHO) is getting healthier compared to other regions and was the least affected by Covid-19...
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Mana Moana – Pacific Voices
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