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Thu, 26 Aug 2021 19:43:13 +1200
New Covid-19 testing centre dedicated to largest sub-cluster
A dedicated Covid-19 testing station for the largest sub-cluster of this outbreak opened today in Auckland.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 16:52:31 +1200
25 Covid-19 deaths in French Polynesia
The French government has decided to extend French Polynesia's health emergency status until mid-November because of the worsening Covid-19 pandemic.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 16:50:22 +1200
Fiji lawyer: Police violated my client’s rights
The lawyer for a surgeon detained by police in Fiji says he's yet to see his client.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 16:08:28 +1200
In brief: news from around the Pacific
Trial to determine status of Vanuatu govt MPs' seats begins, fallout over resignation of French police chief in Noumea and more.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 16:05:06 +1200
Ten Pacific states have not had any Covid-19 cases says WHO
The World Health Organisation says ten Pacific states have not had any cases of Covid-19 to date.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 16:19:52 +1200
Kiribati restates decision to leave Pacific Forum
Kiribati has confirmed it is leaving the Pacific Islands Forum.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 14:44:14 +1200
15 more villagers on remote Fiji holiday island test positive to Covid-19 - Govt
Covid-19 infections on Fiji's remote Malolo Island have soared with 15 more people testing positive to the virus, health authorities said.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 16:12:06 +1200
Guam looking to increase restrictions amid surge in Covid-19 cases
The governor of Guam is considering tightening Covid-19 restrictions amid a new surge of Covid-19 cases.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 11:13:07 +1200
Vaccination entry requirement for American Samoa
Authorities in American Samoa are now requiring proof of Covid-19 vaccination to enter the territory.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 11:49:10 +1200
Hard work and commitment ensured Fiji got to Games
Fiji's Paralympics team have jumped through hoops to ensure they compete at this year's 2020 Tokyo Games.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 08:27:04 +1200
Protecting our people from Covid-19, says Solomons PM
The Solomon Islands prime minister is calling on anyone who is resisting getting vaccinated to get the jab.

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 23:31:28 +1200
Fiji surgeon arrested over Covid-19 comments
Fiji police have confirmed the arrest of a former surgeon with the Ministry of Health.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 07:45:57 +1200
Tahiti beach soccer team braced for "war" in World Cup playoffs
The Tahiti beach soccer team is braced for "war" in tonight's World Cup quarter-final clash against Japan.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 15:02:00 +1200
High participation rate for female students in PNG's code camps
A series of digital code camps in the Pacific are aimed at engaging learners in STEM and coding activities, as Indigenous learners are underrepresented in the technology industry.

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 19:27:20 +1200
Fijians stranded in Afghanistan evacuated to Kazakhstan - Govt
A group of Fijians stranded in Afghanistan have been evacuated to nearby Kazakhstan.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 14:14:21 +1200
Treason trial of West Papua's Victor Yeimo begins, calls for his release persist
Calls for the release of West Papuan political prisoner Victor Yeimo continue, as his treason trial has begun this week.

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 17:49:23 +1200
New Pasifika health-line for vaccinations inundated with calls
Hundreds of Pasifika are booking their vaccinations through a new health-line number.

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 14:33:10 +1200
French Polynesia records another 17 Covid-19 deaths
The Covid-19 outbreak in French Polynesia claimed another 17 lives since yesterday, raising the number of fatalities to 328.



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