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Thu, 16 Jun 2022 20:31:24 +1200
Samoa PM looks to 'raise the quality' of RSE programme
The Prime Minister of Samoa has confirmed her government is looking at halting the open recruitment process for RSE workers.

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 10:52:45 +1200
Samoan community in Hawke's Bay welcomes PM
Samoa's Prime Minister has paid a visit to Samoan seasonal workers in Hawke's Bay.

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 17:04:19 +1200
Opposition to planned Vanuatu constitutional change grows
Vanuatu's Reunification Movement of Change party has maintained its stance not to support the government's plans for constitutional amendments when parliament meets tomorrow.

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 08:25:01 +1200
Pacific security should be a matter for 'Pacific family' - Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong
Australia should be more engaged in the Pacific, something the previous government failed to do sufficiently, says Australia's Foreign Minister.

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 15:23:53 +1200
Our ocean is central to our cultural traditions, legends, and way of life
Opinion - "As Pacific Island people, we have a deep connection to the ocean. We are Small Islands Developing States and Large Ocean Island States. Our ocean has carried our ancestors across waters to forge new lives. Our ocean is central to our ...

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 15:56:01 +1200
Pacific Mini Games 2022: First day of competition gets underway in CNMI
The first events for the Pacific Mini Games have started in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, even as the final sporting contingents continue to arrive.

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 07:40:01 +1200
US-Marshalls resume long-stalled talks
Nearly three years after the first in-person preliminary discussions were held between the United States and the Marshall Islands for a third funding agreement in the Compact of Free Association treaty.

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 06:51:40 +1200
Coastal communities in Fiji affected by ocean flooding
The national disaster management office in Fiji is urging coastal communities to continue to exercise caution today after recent ocean flooding events.

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 07:53:30 +1200
Sport: MMT and Kiwi Squads announced
The Kiwis and Mate Ma'a Tonga have announced their rosters for their highly anticipated clash at Mount Smart Stadium in Auckland on 25 June. It marks the first game for both teams since 2019.

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 08:49:04 +1200
Residence visas being offered to up to 5000 Pasifika after Covid-19 hiatus
Up to 5000 Pasifika will be offered residence visas under a government policy aimed at addressing a pandemic shortfall.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 19:38:59 +1200
Pasifika, Māori strongman competition draws crowds
The Taste of the Pasifika Festival showcased an all Pasifika and Māori strongman competition with events such as bus pulling and truck pushing.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 14:51:48 +1200
Lawyers group says Kiribati must follow fair process in Lambourne case
The President of the Commonwealth Lawyers' Association says the Kiribati Government must remember its obligations and commitment to the rule of law.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 16:50:17 +1200
Tongan community groups to hold fono following recent gang violence
Tongan community groups in Auckland are holding a fono or meeting this Friday following recent gang shootings in Auckland.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 15:16:20 +1200
Infidelity is an issue among Samoa RSE workers says NGO
As Samoa's government reviews its RSE scheme in New Zealand and Australia, a local NGO says infidelity is one of the issues within the scheme causing family members to seek social support.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 15:45:16 +1200
RNZ Pacific News Briefs for 15 June 2022
New Caledonia records more Covid cases; New Caledonian pro-independence candidates to mobilise voters; PNG's Marape hopes for a peaceful election, and more

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 11:07:20 +1200
Switzerland banning most Vanuatu visa free entry
Switzerland will not allow visa-free entry for Vanuatu citizens whose passports were issued on or after May 25, 2015.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 13:11:57 +1200
Norfolk frets as Canberra prepares to impose huge levy increases
Norfolk Islanders are petitioning the Australian federal government to stop increases to land rates and waste management being proposed by the Canberra appointed administration on the island.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 13:46:07 +1200
Fiji controversy over contraception consent
A Fijian women's rights group says men need to be better educated about honouring their wives after a group of men met with the Ministry of Health to discuss women's contraception choices.



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