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Wed, 21 Sep 2022 16:10:21 +1200Telikom says cable repair could take up to two months
Papua New Guinea telecommunications provider, Telikom Ltd, has advised customers in a large part of the country, that its submarine cable suffered multiple damage during last week's earthquake.
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 13:31:49 +1200
Bainimarama's party files complaints against election rivals
The ruling party in Fiji has filed complaints against its major political rivals for alleged breaches to the electoral laws.
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 15:56:45 +1200
PNG diplomat fired after serious assault
A Papua New Guinea diplomat has been sacked after he assaulted his wife in a restaurant in Taiwan.
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 15:13:19 +1200
Pacifc news in brief for September 21
Two die in crash in Tonga while three are in hospital, PNG's vow on sorcery killings, and defective Vanuatu ship grounded
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 15:30:28 +1200
New Zealand re-opens Pacific registration scheme
New Zealand Minister of Immigration Michael Wood has announced the re-opening of visa registrations from the Pacific.
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 14:10:05 +1200
Pacific sport news in brief
Fijiana ready for strong foes, Fiji stars set to miss World Cup, and Warriors half-back could play for Samoa
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 12:30:46 +1200
Huge Tongan volcano reveals special atmospheric wave
A scientific silver lining has emerged from the eruption of the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai volcano in January.
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 15:07:10 +1200
Kiribati opposition plans vote of no confidence against govt
The Kiribati opposition is planning to take its concerns over the actions of the government directly to the people.
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 11:26:46 +1200
Can anyone stop free-scoring Junior All Whites?
As the final four teams involved in the Oceania Under-19 football championships gear up for the semi-finals, the question is whether any side can stop New Zealand.
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 10:38:45 +1200
Koreans flocking to Northern Marianas as tourism returns
The Northern Mariana Islands had a surge of visitors last month as the lifting of pandemic restrictions has led to more international flights.
Tue, 20 Sep 2022 14:15:30 +1200
New Caledonia population keeps shrinking
New Caledonia's population has declined as birth rates keep falling and the pandemic raised death rates.
Tue, 20 Sep 2022 14:15:31 +1200
Fa'a Samoa valued to help the disabled
A report on people with disabilities in Samoa has praised the Fa'a Samoa and its contribution to community acceptance, but also expressed concern.
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 09:19:58 +1200
Pacific news in brief for September 20
Samoa committee urged to revisit suspension process, Tahiti budget criticised, and job numbers in Samoa keep declining
Tue, 20 Sep 2022 13:16:37 +1200
Samoa gets award under UN's Spotlight Initiative
Samoa has been given an award for its approach to the Spotlight Initiative, which aims to combat domestic and intimate partner violence.
Tue, 20 Sep 2022 14:30:42 +1200
NZ consul hails long-standing ties with New Caledonia
The consul-general of New Zealand for the French Pacific territories Felicity Roxburgh says New Zealand's presence in New Caledonia is historical.
Tue, 20 Sep 2022 14:58:53 +1200
PNG Ports CEO killed in Highlands fight
PNG Ports Chief Executive Officer Fego Kiniafa has been killed in Goroka of Eastern Highlands Province.
Tue, 20 Sep 2022 14:44:30 +1200
Former Cooks rugby star gets environmental award
Former Cook Islands rugby star has received an environmental award.
Tue, 20 Sep 2022 13:46:26 +1200
Vanuatu advance in T20 cricket qualifier
Vanuatu have secured their spot in the men's T20 cricket World Cup East Asia-Pacific Regional Final qualifier.