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Three PNG govt MPs covid-positive amid political crisis
Three members of Papua New Guinea's parliament have tested positive for covid-19.
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16 days of activism underway in Fiji
The 16 Days of Activism Campaign against violence against women and girls begins in Fiji today.
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Fiji and Australia working on defence agreement
Fiji and Australia have commenced negotiations for a reciprocal Status of Forces Agreement.
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Three Covid-19 cases found in Fiji border
Fiji has recorded three new Covid-19 cases, all in border quarantine.
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Kalsakau tells Vanuatu Court former PM's statement was wrong
The Vanuatu Supreme Court trial of a former prime minister today heard testimony from the current deputy prime minister.
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Pruaitch says govt has PNG on path to self destruction
Former Papua New Guinea cabinet minister, Patrick Pruaitch, has issued a scathing critique of the Marape Government's economic policies.
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French Polynesia continues to suffer deaths from Covid-19
There have been two more deaths in French Polynesia, due to Covid-19 over the past 24 hours.
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Officials to meet to review final match for Covid-stricken Fiji team
Fiji rugby authorities are to meet tomorrow to see if they can salvage the final fixture of their northern tour after a Covid outbreak amongst the team led to three tests being pulled.
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Pandemic affects even remote Pitcairn Island
Pitcairn Islanders are missing out on important cruise ship revenue but also feel privileged to be isolated from the global pandemic. Audio
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Injured i-Kiribati in Fiji hospital under strict Covid-19 orders
An i-Kiribati man is being treated in a Fiji hospital under Covid-19 quarantine protocols.
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Vanuatu to mark new developing status with festivities
The Vanuatu Government is planning celebrations next week for when it moves from Least Developed Country status to Developing status.
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Govt ministers to take stand in trial of former Vanuatu PM
Six Vanuatu government ministers, including the Prime Minister Bob Loughman, are due to appear as witnesses at the trial of former prime minister Charlot Salwai today.
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Guam community urged to stay vigilant as holiday season nears
People on Guam are being encouraged to stay vigilant and adhere to restrictions on social gathering during the upcoming Thanksgiving celebrations. Audio
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Tahiti dealing with huge backlog of mail
The Tahiti postal service says it's working to deliver more than six months mail backlog.
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Bougainville wants more than JSB referendum overview
The Bougainville President is aiming to push PNG to make more definite commitments on how both governments will negotiate over the independence referendum.
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Youth and Women get voice on Rotuma's Council of Chiefs
Representation for youth and women has been boosted on Rotuma's Council of Chiefs.
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Kiribati puts the accent on its WW2 history
Kiribati authorities want the world to know about the country's Second World War battle sites. Video, Audio
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Still no clarity other Samoan Covid tests
More blood tests and samples from a Samoan sailor, who produced conflicting Covid tests last week, are being sent for further examination in New Zealand.
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PNG police told to stay neutral amid political wrestle
The Police Commissioner in PNG is urging police to remain neutral during what could be a challenging few weeks.
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Fiji AG gives police statement regarding 1987 bomb claims
Fiji's Attorney-General has given a statement to police over his alleged involvement in a 1987 bombing incident.
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American Samoa Governor-elect still not reunited with wife
The wife of American Samoa's Governor-elect is one of around 600 people stranded off island because of the closure of the borders due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Delay in Salwai trial in Vanuatu
The trial of former Vanuatu Prime Minister, Charlot Salwai, was adjourned this morning to recommence this afternoon, because defence had not received all the documents needed.
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PNG political crisis highlights reform possibilities
PNG's political crisis has sparked renewed discussion about whether to change the country's system of government. Audio
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PNG and Bougainville JSB meeting going ahead this week
The President of Bougainville said he's been assured the planned meeting with the Papua New Guinea Government will go ahead this week.
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NZ's Cook Island minister represents firsts
10 minutes agoCook Islander Munokoa Poto Williams represents a lot of firsts in New Zealand politics. Audio
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As govts scramble for Covid vaccines, don't forget the Pacific
As governments around the world scramble to secure access to Covid-19 vaccines for their citizens, the Pacific islands are hoping they are not left out of the loop. Audio
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Caledonian Union insists Paris was in loop over nickel plant bids
The leader of the pro-independence Caledonian Union has rejected last week's claim that Paris was kept out of the loop about the bidding for the Vale nickel plant.
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