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Fiji's anti-corrupt chief faces legal turmoil amid political tensions
The fallout from Suva lawyer Barbara Malimali's appointment and subsequent suspension raises questions about the integrity of the commission and the role of political influence in Fiji's governance.
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Nauru seeks to transform its economy by becoming a crypto powerhouse
The island launched a new scheme for digital asset transfers, including cryptocurrency lending and exchange, becoming the first nation in Oceania to regulate digital finance.
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Australia opens 2025 visa ballot for Pacific
28 Jul 2025The Pacific Engagement Visa programme allocates up to 3000 visas from nine Pacific Island countries and Timor-Leste to live and work in Australia permanently.
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More Pasifika households denied emergency housing - report
29 Jul 2025A new report on homelessness in Aotearoa shows more Pasifika families were denied emergency housing due to ineligibility than were accepted in the month of March.
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Pacific news in brief for 28 July
28 Jul 2025A round-up of news from around the region, including a warning about leptospirosis risk in American Samoa.
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Henry Puna returns as president of Cook Islands Party
28 Jul 2025The former Cook Islands Prime Minister and Pacific Islands Forum secretary-general rejoins the ruling party of Prime Minister Mark Brown, who continues as party leader.
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Island military veterans hope for US action
28 Jul 2025Marshall Islands Foreign Minister and US military veteran Kalani Kaneko is hopeful of resuming the momentum for veterans living in the freely associated states.
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George 'Fiji' Veikoso: The voice that united the Pacific Islands
He was a the legendary artist known for blending soul, R&B, and island harmonies that redefined Pacific music. Audio
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Residents pay tribute as Palacios' remains return to Saipan
28 Jul 2025Dozens of CNMI residents braved the rain, many waving CNMI flags or bowing their heads as the hearse of the late governor passed.
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New Zealand joins countries in statement on recognition of Palestine
30 Jul 2025New Zealand, alongside several countires, plan to recognise the state of Palestine ahead of United Nations General Assembly.
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Cook Islands' 60th Te Maeva Nui Constitution celebrations begin
28 Jul 2025Avarua township was alive with energy as well over a thousand people gathered to witness the vibrant float parade and official opening ceremony.
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Pasifika Sipoti in brief for 28 July
28 Jul 2025A round-up of sports news from around the region, including a new signing for the Fijian Drua.
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Cook Islands' tennis star matches Davis Cup record
28 Jul 2025Brett Baudinet is now tied for the most double wins in the Davis Cup, also known as the World Cup of tennis.
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Bougainville woman Cabinet minister battling nine men to hold her seat
28 Jul 2025One of the first women to hold an open seat in Bougainville, Theonila Roka Matbob, is "more relaxed, more focused" and confident she can win again. Audio
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'I just let it flow': Meet James Kusitino, 16, Fiji's first pro surfer
The youngster has become Fiji's first sponsored professional surfer, having recently been backed by renowned surf and skate brand FORMER.
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Manele's ex-chief of staff returns to represent firm that led to his firing
25 Jul 2025Mack Faddean Aoraunisaka, as the "local authorised representative" for the Vietnamese shrimp farming group, decried the negative attention toward his new employers.
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Fiji's top prosecutor remains in self-imposed exile while earning six-figure salary
New Zealander Christopher Pryde has not returned to workd since his January resintatement, citing concerns about facing another suspension.
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NZ not part of 'trifecta' with Cook Islands and China, Peters says
24 Jul 2025Foreign Minister Winston Peters has rejected the idea that the Cook Islands had effectively described New Zealand as a third party in its agreement with China.
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Northern Marianas Governor invites public to pay tribute to Arnold Palacios
26 Jul 2025The body of the former Northern Marianas Governor Arnold Palacios will arrive in the Commonwealth today from Guam. Audio
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Solomons women's team can 'go for the World Cup' after historic win, coach says
25 Jul 2025Moses Toata says the Solomons women's side has proven that winning at the highest level is possible if things are done right.
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Climate change ruling a win for Cook Islands women - Wichman
25 Jul 2025Cook Islands National Council for Women president Vaine Wichman, who made a submission to the ICJ during a hearing in December last year, welcomed the decision.
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Apatang sworn in as CNMI's 11th governor
25 Jul 2025The 77-year-old Vietnam War veteran succeeds the late governor Arnold Palacios, who suddenly passed on Wednesday after being medically evacuated to Guam.
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George 'Fiji' Veikoso dies aged 55 in Suva
Fijian-born recording artist and Pacific music legend George "Fiji" Veikoso has died at the age of 55 in Suva, his family has confirmed.
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Pacific news in brief for 24 July
24 Jul 2025A round-up of news from around the region, including reports out of the Papua New Guinea region of Bougainville that prison warders are illegally freeing offenders from jail.
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