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Heavy rain and strong winds linked to Cyclone Urmil impact Fiji
1 Mar 2026The centre of category 2 Tropical Cyclone Urmil is not expected to move directly over Fiji, however, heavy rain and strong winds linked to the system are already affecting parts of the country.
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Remandees in PNG prison critically injured after raid on cell block
27 Feb 2026A number of remand prisoners at Papua New Guinea's Bomana Prison were injured in a confrontation with Correctional Services officers.
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Raoul Island upgrade last job for NZDF on Pacific mission
27 Feb 2026The Defence Force has carried out upgrade of critical tsunami and volcano monitoring equipment on Raoul Island.
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Pacific Forum announces pre-COP meetings in Fiji, Tuvalu and Palau
27 Feb 2026The chair of the Pacific Islands Forum has announced details of key regional meetings ahead of the COP 31 climate summit later this year.
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'I need to sort this out': La'auli wants politics out of Samoa Rugby
The Samoan PM says he wants to clear out politics in Lakapi Samoa before he signs a new funding proposal for the Australian government.
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Moana Pasifika revert to winning lineup for Western Force
Head coach Fa'alogo Tana Umaga has made just one change to his starting lineup for the Super Rugby Pacific round three home game against the Australian side.
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Red alert issued for Vanuatu province as Cyclone Urmil passes nearby
28 Feb 2026Vanuatu's National Disaster Management Office has issued a red alert for TAFEA province as a tropical cyclone hovers near the province.
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Cyclone Urmil forms near Vanuatu
The category one system is generating winds of over 90kms per hour near its centre.
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NZer named new Netball Fiji head coach
Netball Fiji has announced the appointment of New Zealander Michelle Parsons as its new head coach of the national team.
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Watch: Moana Pasifika's funding struggles
Despite financial challenges, Moana Pasifika is "here to stay", according to the Super Rugby franchise chief executive Debbie Sorensen.
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Vanuatu and Fiji on alert as tropical depression gains strength
27 Feb 2026Met services in Fiji and Vanuatu are closely monitoring TD09F forecast to become a cyclone on Friday afternoon.
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Pacific leaders in Honolulu as US pushes 'America First' agenda
26 Feb 2026Analysis: Pacific nations this week received their first major "America First" treatment in the sunny metropolis of Honolulu.
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French Senators vote in favour of amendment to New Caledonia's future status
26 Feb 2026French Senators have endorsed a constitutional amendment text regarding New Caledonia's future status.
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PNG's polio fight gets US$4.2m boost
26 Feb 2026Japan has provided Papua New Guinea with much-needed funds to help the country ramp up its polio vaccinations and response.
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Pacific news in brief
26 Feb 2026A round-up of news from around the region, including Fiji, Palau and Tuvalu to preparation meetings in the lead-up this year's UN climate conference.
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Former Nauru President Ludwig Scotty dies aged 77
He passed away on Wednesday after a short illness, surrounded by his family, the Nauru government said in a statement.
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NRL kicks off in Vegas this weekend
The Knights and Cowboys open season 2026 at the 65,000-capacity Allegiant Stadium. Audio
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Super Rugby: The NZ$600k hurdle keeping Moana Pasifika out of Tonga
26 Feb 2026While the hunger for poaching Pacific rugby talent appears insatiable, the same appetite does not exist for providing for the islands.
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Samoa, Australia sign policing and cybersecurity deals
Prime Minister La'aulialemalietoa Schmidt and Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong signed the agreements "to bolster shared work", the Australia's High Commission in Samoa said.
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Vanuatu authorities confirm minor eruption at Ambae
Vanuatu Meteorology and Geo-Hazards Department says the Ambae volcano alert level has been upgraded following increased activity.
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86% of toddlers in PNG Highlands suffer from middle ear infections - study
25 Feb 2026Children in Papua New Guinea have some of the world's highest rates of childhood middle ear infections, a new study has found.
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Prison football initiative offers 16 inmates their 'second chance'
A new football coaching programme at Kohuora Auckland South Corrections Facility is offering inmates "a second chance" in life.
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Airlines push back on Samoa's airport fee hike
Airlines have hit out against an airport fare increase in Samoa that will add more than NZ$100 to outgoing ticket prices.
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NZ's new chancery in PNG to reflect 'indigenous people's spirit'
25 Feb 2026Construction has begun for a new chancery to be New Zealand's High Commission in Papua New Guinea.
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