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CNMI diocese adopts zero-tolerance policy on child abuse
8 Oct 2025A single act of sexual abuse now results in permanent removal from ministry, with dismissal from the clerical state pursued where warranted.
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Tonga names star-studded teams for Pacific Championships
Tonga Rugby League is calling on all Tongans to unite behind their men's and women's national teams.
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The Pukpuk Treaty and the future of PNG-Oz relations
7 Oct 2025Analysis - The signing of the Papua New Guinea-Australia Mutual Defence Treaty marks a defining moment in the modern Pacific order, writes Scott Waide.
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Pasifika Sipoti in brief for 8 October
8 Oct 2025A round-up of sports news in brief from around the region, including campaign for the inclusion of netball in the Brisbane 2032 Olympics.
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Samoan-Kiwi weightlifter just a few kilos shy of World Championship medal
8 Oct 2025Olivia Selemaia, 19, was within touching distance of a bronze medal in the 69kg category, finishing eighth at the World Championships in Norway.
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Samoan discus star aims for Olympic medal
Alex Rose claimed the bronze medal for the men's discus event at the World Athletics Championship held last month in Tokyo. Audio
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Corrections chief cancels NZ trip after criminal charge
Sevuloni Naucukidi appeared at the Suva Magistrates Court on Tuesday for allegedly threatening a member of his support staff in July this year.
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6.6 quake in Papua New Guinea
8 Oct 2025The quake struck near PNG's second largest city Lae but no tsunami warning was in place.
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Toroama sworn in, announces caretaker govt
7 Oct 2025The Bougainville president has announced an interim government following a formal swearing-in ceremony on Monday in the capital Buka.
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Watch: Tuilaepa reflects on decades-long political career
Samoa's longest-serving leader says his time in parliament is drawing to a close after more than four decades in politics.
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Manele defends 'weak leadership' criticism over Cabinet changes
7 Oct 2025The Solomon Islands PM reshuffled the finance portfolio three times in as many weeks, amid reports that a no-confidence motion against him is looming.
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'Feel the fear and do it anyway'
7 Oct 2025From a small Samoan village to the top of New Zealand's legal profession, Tiana Epati proves it's possible.
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'Culture is everything': Te Maeva Nui unites Cook Islanders
7 Oct 2025In a vibrant display of cultural pride, Cook Islanders gave their all on stage at the Te Maeva Nui New Zealand. Audio
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New Caledonia thrown into fresh uncertainty after French PM resigns
7 Oct 2025French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu tendered his resignation on Monday, only hours after the announcement of a new government.
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'We carry...our identity': Fijian artists celebrate language and culture
Thousands of Fijians are celebrating culture and heritage for Fijian Language Week or Macawa ni vosa vakaviti in Aotearoa New Zealand this week. Audio
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Rugby League: Bati without several NRL stars
7 Oct 2025The Fijians will be without four notable players when they compete in thePacific Championships.
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Pacific news in brief for 7 October
7 Oct 2025A round-up of news from around the region, including the first hearing of Samoa's new parliament.
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Mils Muliaina joins Auckland Business Chamber as first Pasifika director
7 Oct 2025The former All Black and financial adviser aims to inspire entrepreneurs and support local businesses.
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New Zealand pays Samoa $6m over grounding of HMNZS Manawanui
6 Oct 2025The government has paid $6 million to Samoa's government as compensation following the sinking of HMNZS Manawanui.
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Former PNG defence chief slams defence pact with Australia
6 Oct 2025Major-General Jerry Singirok says Papua New Guinea is caught up in a geopolitical battle between the United States and China, with little benefit to Papua New Guineans. Audio
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Election week begins with music festival and beauty pageant
Nauruans will head to the polls on Saturday for two important votes: to elect their members of parliament and to decide on a change to the nation's constitution.
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Tonga election 2025: Pohiva brothers join race
Tongans will go to the polls on 20 November to elect their 17 representatives in the Legislative Assembly.
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Valls reappointed Minister for French Overseas
6 Oct 2025Manuel Valls' return to the role is expected to advance the sensitive project that directly concerns New Caledonia's political future.
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Pacific news in brief for 6 October
6 Oct 2025A round-up of news from around the region, including a former military chief in Papua New Guinea opposing the defence treaty with Australia.
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