Gulf Komara crashes out of finals

GULF Komara crashed out of contention in the OFC Men’s Futsal Champions League at the hands of Noumea’s AS

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Silent health emergency looms as Fijian lifestyles change

RISING diabetes rates in Fiji have sparked and urgent public health initiatives as experts emphasise the critical link between diet, lifestyle, and insulin

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Mataks FC tame strong Southern Legions FC to secure final top 2 spot

THE Melanesian clash between Mataks FC and Southern Legions FC was the most anticipated match of the day with the winner guaranteed a top two spot in the OFC Futsal

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Vanuatu eyes deeper cultural ties after IPACS 2025

VANUATU’s participation in the Indonesia–Pacific Cultural Synergy 2025 has reinforced its commitment to cultural diplomacy, sustainable development, and creative industry

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PNG advocates for cultural preservation and tourism growth

PAPUA New Guinea’s Minister for Tourism, Belden Namah, says the country’s unparalleled cultural diversity and rich traditions hold immense potential to drive economic growth, create jobs, and strengthen regional

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Pacific CSOs hold regional line at COP

WITH numerous governments, donors, faith groups, and civil society, COP—the annual global climate talks—can be hard to

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Samoa PM’s lays heavy hand on local media

MEDIA freedom in the Pacific is once again under the spotlight – this time in

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Southern Legions FC’s big shooting spree against Gulf Komara FC

A GOAL-FILLED all-Melanesian clash saw Southern Legions FC face Gulf Komara FC on Day Four of the OFC Futsal Men’s Champions

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Mataks FC topples Suva FC to keep final’s hope alive

HOSTS Suva FC were stopped in their tracks by Mataks FC from Solomon Islands in a make or break match in the OFC Futsal

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New cultural vision for the Pacific                 

INDONESIA and several Pacific islands agreed to deepen cultural cooperation and strengthen climate resilience under a framework endorsed at the Indonesia–Pacific Cultural Synergy 2025 (IPACS) meeting in

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Solomon Islands sees potential for creative economy

FOR the Solomon Islands, the Indonesia–Pacific Cultural Synergy (IPACS) 2025 was more than a forum—it was an inspiring convergence of culture, creativity, and regional

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Fiji calls for cultural cooperation and cautious progress

THE Indonesia–Pacific Cultural Synergy (IPACS) 2025 has deepened regional collaboration in culture, education, and the creative industries, while Fiji will carefully review any new commitments arising from the

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Waikato Rapids maintain perfect win record,  beating AS PTT

IN-FORM Waikato Rapids continued their winning streak at the OFC Futsal Men’s Champions League, defeating defending champions AS PTT of Noumea at Suva’s Vodafone

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Tonga’s voters go to the polls

VOTERS in the Pacific’s only kingdom are voting today (Thursday) to elect 17 representatives to the Legislative Assembly. Their nobles will also vote to elect nine

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Tuvalu’s Teo tours Taiwan

TUVALU Prime Minister Feleti Teo arrived in Taiwan this week to meet President William Lai for discussions on matters of mutual

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East New Britain group supports Bougainville independence

THE Mataungan Association backs Bougainville’s independence, saying the region has been failed by successive

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Fijian gang at centre of Sydney drug bust

POLICE in Sydney have arrested three men linked to a Fiji-connected drug gang, seizing 40kg of illicit drugs worth $USD8.07

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Gallant Suva FC defence forces draw against AS PTT

UNBEATEN New Caledonian AS PTT were held scoreless by hosts Suva at the OFC futsal championship in Fiji’s capital. The teams sized each other up in the first minutes  before shots started to rain in on both ends.

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Mataks FC outclass Gulf Komara FC to secure first win

WINLESS Mataks FC and Gulf Komara FC were ready to showcase their skills on the court at Suva’s Vodafone Arena in this year’s OFC Futsal Men’s Champions

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Better services ahead

LEADERS from 16 Pacific Island Forum countries gathered at the Pacific Public Service Leaders Conference (FONO) 2025 to discuss ways to improve governance and service delivery in the

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Fiji embraces digital growth with Visa’s new office

VISA has launched its Pacific Islands Regional Office in Suva, signalling Fiji's commitment to strengthening regional economic ties and enhancing digital payment solutions for both businesses and

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Suva FC beats Gulf Komara FC

SUVA were out for redemption in the final match of the 2025 OFC Futsal Men’s Champions

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Waikato Rapids cruise through Mataks FC

SOLOMON Islands Futsal champions needed a win against Waikato Rapids of New Zealand in Game Two on the second day of the OFC

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Minister’s New Caledonia tour leaves unanswered questions

WHEN France’s new Overseas Minister Naïma Moutchou toured New Caledonia last week, New Caledonians hoped that her visit would end uncertainty over political and economic reforms. Instead, Moutchou flew back to Paris

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