Former Fiji PM escapes jail time
FORMER Fijian military strongman Frank Bainimarama escaped jail time today after a second corruption
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Tributes flow for former Fiji prop Veitayaki
FORMER Fiji tight-head prop Joeli Veitayaki has died suddenly in New Zealand. Originally from Yaroi Village on Matuku, Veitayaki has been described by close relatives as a legend who was a symbol of resilience,
Spanish airline boosts Air NZ’s Pacific service
AIR New Zealand will partner with Spanish charter airline, Wamos Air, to enhance services to the Pacific during the Christmas and Easter
Samoa launches Australia tourism bid
SAMOAN hoteliers and tour operators will hit the Australia market hard in November as they make a major push to boost visitor
Eye disease trachoma eliminated in Fiji
THE Fred Hollows Foundation has welcomed the World Health Organization’s (WHO) validation that Fiji has eliminated the eye disease trachoma as a public health
Ocean defender calls for scaling up Pacific stewardship
AT the close of the 5th Pacific Human Rights Film Festival in Suva, the screening of Oceans with David Attenborough sparked a vital conversation on the urgent need to protect our
Protect Pacific people, don’t let down your guard, says WHO rep
PACIFIC health ministers have been challenged to tackle HIV, climate change and emergencies head
Anglican Church in Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia joins global “Lungs of the Earth” campaign ahead of COP30
IN the lead-up to COP30 this year, the Anglican Church in Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia is involved in a global call for environmental action and advocacy called Lungs of the Earth. Together with other Anglican
Celebrating Fiji’s 55th Independence Anniversary: A Message of Congratulations From Joseph Chow, Taiwan’s Representative
On this historic occasion of the 55th anniversary of Fiji’s independence, I am honored to extend my heartfelt congratulations to the Government and people of the Republic of Fiji. This milestone is a celebration of
Mentorship on the open sea
WITH over 13 years of experience in traditional voyaging, Iva Nancy Vunikura was honoured to assume the title of matua, a role that entails mentorship and guidance, especially to the young crew on board the Uto Ni
Father shares traditions with daughter
KAIAFA Ledua is no stranger to the ocean and sailing. But he’s just returned from the most rewarding voyage of his life – a father and daughter sail to and from the 54th Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Leaders Meeting
Pacific islanders face discriminatory migration policies in NZ
NEW Zealand is failing to protect those most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change in the Pacific islands. A report by human rights organisation, Amnesty International, says discriminatory migration policies tear
Adeang back as Nauru president
DAVID Adeang will serve another term as Nauru’s president after he was elected unopposed early this week. Adeang was re-elected from Ubenide Constituency with parliamentarians Reagan Aliklik, Russ Kun, and Ranin
Cycle of violence against kids must change: Judge
FIJI must urgently reform outdated disciplinary practices that harm children and perpetuate a cycle of violence. That’s the outcome of a national conversation on corporal
Taiwan–Fiji partnership bears fruit across key sectors
CONTINUED strengthening of partnerships between Taiwan and Fiji have had a positive impact on local
PNG Represented on Global Stage at IAPH World Ports Conference in Japan
PNG Ports Corporation Limited (PNGPCL) proudly announces the participation of its Chief Commercial Officer, Ms. Deborah Michelle Onga, as a panellist at the 2025 International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH)
PNG Ports Climb Global Rankings in 2025 World Bank Port Performance Index
PNG Ports Corporation Ltd (PNG Ports) is proud to announce that both the Port of Lae and the Port of Port Moresby have improved their global rankings in the 2025 World Bank Container Port Performance Index (CPPI),
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THE American Samoa Power Authority (ASPA) has partnered up with technology firm Itron, Inc. to deploy an Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) system across the
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WHICH organisation is so unhappy with the media that it has pulled its advertising from a local
Tuvalu’s existence hangs in balance
CLIMATE change and sea level rise are Tuvalu’s greatest security threats, and major polluters must enter legally binding obligations on the matter, Tuvalu Prime Minister Feleti Teo
We are watching you, and we will get you – Rabuka
THE inauguration of the Vuvale Maritime Essential Services Centre (VMESC) in Lami, Fiji, marks a significant advancement in regional collaboration for maritime security in the
Uto Ni Yalo has arrived back home
UTO has arrived back home a day early, sparking excitement among members of the Uto NI Yalo trust, friends and families eagerly awaiting
Mullally first woman to head global Anglican church
DAME Sarah Mullally will be the next head of the worldwide Anglican Church as the first female Archbishop of
