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Eight election petitions filed following Samoa general election
Anyone planning a counter-petition has five working days to file before the Supreme Court sets hearing dates.
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US sends money to rebuild Marshall Islands' Nitijela
23 Sep 2025The Department of State has announced US$13 million in funding to support the rebuilding of the Marshall Islands' parliament building.
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Pacific news in brief for 23 September
23 Sep 2025A round-up of news from around the region, including enforcement of new minimum wage in Papua New Guinea.
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Auckland Libraries unveils Lupe I Vao Ese
23 Sep 2025Feature - Curated over two years, the exhibition highlights the shared origins and enduring cultural ties of Pacific people.
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Fiji and Cook Islands in the running for top finish
Mixed results for Pacific Island teams at the Netball World Youth Cup 2025 tournament in Gibraltar as the competition moves towards its final rounds of pool matches.
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Pasifika Sipoti in brief for 23 September
23 Sep 2025A round-up of sports news from around the region, including an MBE for PNG weightlifter Dika Toua.
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Pacific leaders to advance regional priorities at UNGA
22 Sep 2025Solomon Islands Prime Minister and Pacific Islands Forum chair Jeremiah Manele will lead the region's engagement at the 80th edition of the United Nations General Assembly.
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'Not on the right side of history'
The opening of a Fijian embassy in Jerusalem has received mixed responses. Audio
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Samoa's new PM flies to NZ for medical treatment
Laaulialemalietoa Polataivao Leuatea Fosi Schmidt was sworn in as Samoa's 8th Prime Minister last Tuesday, following the general election held on 29 August.
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'On a clear, forward path': Moana Pasifika cleared of allegations
Moana Pasifika chief executive says the franchise is ready for the 2026 season following news that they have been cleared of any funding misappropriation.
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'Rapa Nui is part of all Polynesia', cultural leader says
22 Sep 2025It's been 19 years since a performance group from Rapa Nui has visited the shores of Aotearoa New Zealand. Audio
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Samoa has its first-ever athletics championships medal
Alex Rose's previous best at world championship level was eighth in 2022.
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China weighs in on PNG-Aus defence treaty
22 Sep 2025The Chinese Embassy in Papua New Guinea has commented on a defence treaty between Australia and PNG.
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Historic UN High Seas Treaty approved
22 Sep 2025More than 60 nations have ratified the agreement which means new safeguards will be possible for international waters for the first time. Video
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Bougainville election results deadline extended
22 Sep 2025Bougainville's Electoral Commission says there is insufficient time to return the 2025 General Election writs by the 22 September deadline.
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Fiji edge Japan for third straight Pacific Nations Cup crown
21 Sep 2025The 'Flying Fijians' have now won the World Rugby regional tournament seven times.
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Tonga overcome Canada in Pacific Nations Cup finale
The result proplled the 'Ikale Tahi into third overall, behind Fiji and Japan.
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Manu Samoa scramble to opening draw against Chile in World Cup qualifiers
The two teams will meet again in Chile, with the winners progressing directly to the 2027 tournament in Australia.
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Futsal Men's Cup: Solomon Islands and Fiji claim day one wins
The OFC Futsal Men's Cup opening games a winning start for Solomon Islands and hosts Fiji.
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France upholds 'frozen' electoral list in New Caledonia
20 Sep 2025France's Constitutional Council has ruled that New Caledonia's list of eligible voters for local election should stay "frozen" for the time being.
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Marape: China will not influence signing of Aus-PNG defence deal
19 Sep 2025The Papua New Guinea prime minister is rebuffing any suggestion that Beijing has had a hand in derailing a new security deal the country is negotiating with Australia. Audio
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Anti-corruption watchdog warns against 'stay orders' for jailed MPs
Transparency International Vanuatu says all political leaders who are convicted and jailed should not be released on "stay orders" that allow early release.
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'We loved Hake': Lake Alice torture victim farewelled
20 Sep 2025Hake Halo's drawings first exposed the torture of children at the Lake Alice child and adolescent unit in the 1970s.
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Is the PNC still worth it for Fiji and Japan?
Opinion - As the 2025 Pacific Nations Cup draws to a close this weekend, questions are being asked about whether the competition remains relevant for the two Tier 1 nations, writes Iliesa Tora.
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