Clumsy Drua lose to Queensland Reds at home
A LACKLUSTER performance by the Fijian Drua led to their 21–6 loss to the Queensland Reds in Lautoka.The Reds were focused on
ALIPATE PARETI
Fiji, Australia launch $FJD35m flood resilience plan
FIJI and Australia have launched a $FJD35 million initiative, the Fiji Climate Adaptation Program (FCAP), to
Guardians of the valley: Restoring ecosystems in Kouaoua
A COMMUNITY-DRIVEN environmental initiative is underway in Kouaoua, New Caledonia, aimed at mitigating the
China’s grip grows on fragile Solomon Islands’ media
SINCE the Solomon Islands established diplomatic relations with China in 2019, the Pacific archipelago has
SAUTU, “our shield against disinformation”, Rabuka
DEVELOPED alongside the United Kingdom Government Communication Service, this initiative aims to bolster public
PACNEWS TWO, 23 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. SOL — Decaying World War II bombs in Solomon Islands releasing toxic chemicals, new research finds2. PNG — PNG PM Marape queried over status of Bougainville3. PNG — PNG Parliament
PACNEWS SPORTS, 20 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY LEAGUE — Reciprocal visa confirmed ahead of the PNG Chiefs’ entry into NRL2. RUGBY LEAGUE — Laurie Daley supports PNG Chiefs’ entry in 20283. RUGBY — Fijian Drua
PACNEWS ONE, 23 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. SOL — Solomon Islands PM Manele reshuffles Cabinet, insists ‘no crisis’ as government hold firm2. FIJI — Fiji and Australia launch major Climate adaptation initiative to strengthen
Kiribati’s climate-smart marine governance indicators
A RECENT national workshop in Tarawa brought together diverse stakeholders to establish monitoring frameworks for
Solomon Kings FC draw South Melbourne FC in thrilling encounter
ROUND Four of the OFC Pro League ended with a thrilling battle between South Melbourne FC and the Solomon
Friend to all, enemy to none: PNG launches strategic blueprint for next 50 years
PAPUA New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape has introduced a comprehensive Foreign Policy White
PACNEWS THREE, 20 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — PNG among 12 countries hit by new U.S visa bond rule2. COOKS/NZ — Cook Islands PM Brown reaffirms relationship with NZ3. AUST/PNG — Additional support for Papua New
PACNEWS TWO, 20 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. GUAM — Deep-sea mining target area moves closer to Guam2. PACIFIC— Guam, Chuuk seek medical collaboration3. SAMOA — Samoa Observer has become a political paper4. AUST — Papua
PACNEWS SPORTS, 20 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — Queensland Reds flanker Seruu happy to be back home, excited for Drua clash2. RUGBY LEAGUE — Strengthening cultural ties across the region: PacificAus TV Brings NRL to the
PACNEWS ONE, 20 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Pacific pushes for urgent climate action as Fiji sets pre-COP31 dates2. NZ/COOKS — Cook Islands PM Mark Brown in New Zealand but no talks with Luxon3. PACIFIC — U.S seeks
Solomons in political flux as MPs change sides
LAST week, a mass resignation of Members of Parliament – including several ministers – threatened to sink Manele’s
Iran conflict drags on, concerns rise
THE ongoing conflict in the Gulf region is creating significant global economic uncertainty, raising concerns
Vanuatu launches landmark tax system
TAX reforms are being rolled out in Vanuatu as the government introduces a new digital system designed to
Shipping service to boost Vanuatu-New Caledonia trade
A NEW shipping service between New Caledonia will be launched next month in an effort to boost trade between the
Human Rights Watch backs Vanuatu
Vanuatu, alongside a cross-regional group of countries, circulated a draft UN General Assembly resolution to motivate member countries
PACNEWS THREE, 19 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — ‘If it’s not cultural, what is it?’ Fiame questions use of matai titles amid Luxon controversy2. PALAU — “Pacific’s Candidate”: Palau nominates
PACNEWS TWO, 19 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. VAN — Vanuatu urged to honour UN obligations and protect refugees2. PACIFIC — NZ boosts support for Tonga’s drug-fighting efforts3. AUST — Australia’s high court orders
Latvia and Fiji cement ties
Senior government ministers Sakiasi Ditoka, Ro Filipe Tuisawau, and members of the diplomatic corps joined
