PACNEWS TWO, 14 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Kiribati pushes for real climate action, targets COP312. PACIFIC — Pacific Church Leaders’ Meeting opens in Fiji with focus on “life, identity, and spirituality”3. SOL
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PACNEWS SPORTS, 14 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. IOC — ONOC welcomes IOC President Coventry to Oceania at XLVI Annual General Assembly in Auckland2. RUGBY — Jackson proud of Fijian Drua’s response3. RUGBY — Manusina’s new
PACNEWS ONE, 14 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. TUV — Tuvalu declares State of Emergency over power, fuel risks2. FIJI — Fiji Military warns of firm action after security threats3. CNMI — Monstrous Sinlaku to hit Saipan, Tinian
Honouring Fred Hollows on his birthday as we mark 100,000+ sight-restoring surgeries
The Fred Hollows Foundation NZ has reached a major milestone, with more than 100,000 sight-restoring surgeries supported across the
Lord Vaea appointed Interim PIPA Chair
THE Speaker of Tonga’s Legislative Assembly, Lord Vaea, has been appointed Interim Chairman of the Pacific Inter-Parliamentary
Samoa launches qualifications framework
SAMOA has strengthened its alignment with regional and international education standards by officially launching the
Joint ownership model elevates Yasawa Islands Tourism
A NEW joint-ownership model between local landowners and investors marks a pioneering approach to tourism
No permit – Vanuatu protest deferred
A PLANNED peaceful protest over the rising cost of living in Vanuatu has been rescheduled to April 21 after organisers failed to
Chaos in French Polynesia as young MPs split from ruling party
THE resignation of 15 lawmakers from the ruling Tavini Huiraatira party has fragmented French Polynesian
PACNEWS THREE, 13 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1.PALAU —Military build up in Palau faces growing dissatisfaction, report says PALAU – DEFENCE: PACIFIC ISLAND TIMES PACNEWS 3: Mon 13 Apr 2026 Military buildup in Palau faces growing
PACNEWS TWO, 13 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. SOL — Solomon Islands MP Kenilorea challenges Governor General, defends court move2. FIJI — Fiji Labour Party raises alarm over attempted breaches at Fiji Military facilities3. PALAU
PACNEWS SPORTS, 13 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — Western Force go down to Drua in thriller as NRL star Lomax debuts2. RUGBY — Tupaea, Taumoefolau torment Moana Pasifika for monster Chiefs win3. FOOTBALL — Bula FC enjoy
PACNEWS ONE, 13 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Australia pledges cyclone aid to Pacific neighbours2. PNG — Solomon Islands request PNG Police to assists in emergency response as Cyclone Maila hit islands3. CNMI—
Fiji Airways Celebrates 10 Years of Flying to Singapore
9 April 2026 – Nadi, Fiji: Fiji Airways is marking a major milestone as it celebrates 10 years of connecting Fiji to
PACNEWS THREE, 10 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Pacific shipping lifeline faces crisis as experts push wind-powered transition2. TIMOR — Timor-Leste is vulnerable to ‘infiltration by foreign organised crime’, President
PACNEWS SPORTS, 10 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — Fijian Drua urged to do it for affected fans2. FOOTBALL — FIFA pushes for more women in football as Pacific teams chase World Cup dream3. SPORT PATHWAYS — New funding to
PACNEWS TWO, 10 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. COOKS — Cook Islands-NZ security pact ‘is about us moving forward as two countries’ – PM Brown2. NEW|CALE — Legal, political tensions shape Kanaky’s path toward
PACNEWS ONE, 10 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Kiribati secures UN Women’s seat in historic vote, Minister hails ‘miracle’ win2. PACIFIC — Pacific Political Climate Champions convene to elevate Pacificl eadership
USP commits $1 million in student support amid global crisis
THE University of the South Pacific (USP) has today announced a $F1 million student hardship and bursary support
PACNEWS THREE, 9 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. NEW|CALE — Concerns over voter access raised as New Caledonia’s municipal elections highlight turnout gaps2. KIRIBATI — Kiribati makes bid for UN women’s body, pushes Pacific
PACNEWS TWO, 9 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PNG — PNG-Australia defence treaty creates jobs, risks amid rising China influence2. SOL — Coalition’s Court challenge a ‘futile exercise’, says Solomons Attorney General Muria
PACNEWS SPORTS, 9 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — Tupou set for Moana Pasifika debut and Paea returns home for Chiefs clash2. RUGBY — Fijian Drua debut for Basiyalo3. RUGBY — Great Council of Chiefs questions future of
Marshall Islands boosts climate defence with World Bank support
THE World Bank has committed additional funding to the Republic of the Marshall Islands to bolster its defences against
