27 Vanuatu workers banned after absconding from seasonal jobs 

TWENTY-seven individuals who absconded from seasonal work programmes in Australia and New Zealand have been temporarily banned from returning abroad.

The Vanuatu Police Force said the absconders have caused various problems while overseas, leading to their detention.

The issues include domestic violence, drink-driving, intentional assault, public intoxication, use of abusive language and disorderly behaviour.