EU, UNICEF launch €17 million Pacific climate-resilient schools programme
THOUSANDS of children across the Pacific are set to benefit from a new €EUR17 million European Union-UNICEF programme to strengthen education systems and make schools better prepared for climate-related
Learning the Pacific on its own terms
Australia is surrounded by the Pacific. Yet until now, there has been no place in Australia's senior secondary curriculum dedicated
PNG parliament passes Pacific Adventist University bill in unanimous vote
PAPUA New Guinea’s National Parliament has passed legislation modernising the legal framework of Pacific Adventist University, with 62 lawmakers voting in favour and none
From Ōtara to Elam: Tongan scholar’s journey comes full circle
TONGAN artist and University of Auckland alumnus Dr Sione Faletau has been appointed a permanent lecturer at the Elam School of Fine
Speciality private hospital anchors UTOF-FNU investment plan
A SPECIALITY private hospital is at the centre of a proposed investment of more than $FJD200 million by UTOF and Fiji National
Theologian calls for education rooted in community, ethics and self-review
A PACIFIC theologian and educator has called for a fundamental rethink of education systems in the region, saying they must move beyond employment, imported standards and narrow disciplines to become community-based,
PNG invests in overseas STEM scholarships to drive innovation and development
PAPUA New Guinea’s landmark Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Overseas Scholarship Programme has expanded to more than 360 students studying in the United States, China, India, Fiji, Malaysia and
University of Auckland, SPC formalise partnership to strengthen Pacific-led research
THE University of Auckland and The Pacific Community (SPC) have formalised a partnership to expand Pacific-led research, strengthen community engagement and create new pathways for students and
PACNEWS ONE, 06 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. B/VILLE — President Toroama rejects PNG stand on Bougainville vote, says Independence mandate cannot be denied2. PNG — Date set for PNG Parliament to debate Bougainville’s referendum
FNU Opens First Literacy and Numeracy Centre in Northern Division
In encouraging the Centre to play a key role in connecting research, assessment and classroom practice, Mr Moceisuva emphasized
PACNEWS TWO, Tuesday 4 August 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Pacific climate summit plans shift as Tuvalu pushes world leaders to witness frontline crisis2. NAURU — Nauru, the world’s 3rd-smallest country, changes its name to
FNU Foundation Opens Northern Hub, Bringing Opportunity Closer to Students in theNorth
The Fiji National University (FNU) officially opened its FNU Foundation Hub at its Labasa Campus today, marking the first Foundation Hub in the Northern Division and strengthening the Foundation’s commitment to
Shangri-La Fiji Inspires the Next Generation Through Chinese Cultural Exchange
More than 100 Coral Coast students experienced the richness of Chinese arts and traditions through a cultural exchange programme
PACNEWS TWO 28 JULY 2026
In this bulletin: 1. UN — UN Climate chief calls for faster shift to renewables as conflict and climate drive energy crisis2. SAMOA — SPC launches Samoa Education data system to strengthen Planning and
One Year of Waiting, A Lifetime of Purpose: Krith’s Journey into Aircraft Engineering
For as long as he can remember, Krith Kaartik Reddy had dreamed of a career in aviation. Today, the 20-year-old from Saweni, Lautoka,
PACNEWS THREE 21 JULY 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — SPC official calls for Pacific Education systems ready for Climate, AI and labour mobility2. PACIFIC — Australian media report questions $4.2 million cost of Fiji Climate
The Language Trailblazer: Alpheaus’ Story
Growing up in the multilingual society of the Solomon Islands, Alpheaus developed an appreciation for languages from an early age.
FNU plants seeds of hope with Food Forest Living Laboratory at Dilkusha Home
Held under the theme, "Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future.", the initiative brought together CAFF staff and students,
40 Public Sector Leaders Graduate from FNU’s Inaugural Executive Leadership Programme
Forty public sector professionals have graduated from the inaugural Executive Public Leadership Course at the Fiji National
Fiji spends big on education in 2026–27 Budget
EDUCATION received the largest single allocation in Fiji’s 2026–27 National Budget, with $FJD883 million earmarked for
Prime Minister Rabuka Marks Historic First Visit to FNU with Leadership Course Launch
The Executive Public Leadership Course was officially launched today at the Fiji National University's Nasinu Campus by the Prime
FNU Set to Inspire Future Generations at Fiji Showcase 2026
The annual event provides FNU with an important platform to engage directly with prospective students, current learners and the
