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Wed, 13 Jan 2021 14:54:17 +1300FSM President defends call to allow in ship with Covid-19 case
The president of Federated States of Micronesia is defending his decision to let a ship with a Covid-19 positive crew member into the country.
Wed, 13 Jan 2021 07:55:01 +1300
Tonga's PM survives motion of no confidence
The vote of no confidence to oust Tonga's Prime Minister Pohiva Tu'i'onetoa has been defeated.
Wed, 13 Jan 2021 14:04:10 +1300
Samoan seasonal workers prepare to leave for NZ
More than 150 Samoan seasonal workers will leave Samoa in a few weeks for New Zealand.
Wed, 13 Jan 2021 11:47:36 +1300
Lecornu signals bigger French role in New Caledonia's Vale
The French overseas minister Sebastien Lecornu has suggested the French state take a larger role in New Caledonia's Vale nickel.
Wed, 13 Jan 2021 08:22:58 +1300
Samoa's former Deputy PM to join new political party
Samoa's former deputy prime minister, Fiame Naomi Mata'afa, has announced she will officially join the Fa'atuatua i Le Atua Samoa ua Tasi political party.
Wed, 13 Jan 2021 06:45:08 +1300
Northern Marianas Covid-19 tally rises to 128
The Northern Marianas has recorded three additional Covid-19 cases, bringing the US territory's total to 128 cases.
Tue, 12 Jan 2021 09:22:22 +1300
90 teams gather on the sand for Cook Islands beach games
The annual Cook Island Beach Games get underway today, with five sports to be played over the next two weeks in Rarotonga.
Mon, 11 Jan 2021 09:28:04 +1300
Tahiti Covid-19 death tally rises to 122
French Polynesia has recorded another Covid-19 death, raising the pandemic's tally to 122.
Mon, 11 Jan 2021 17:47:53 +1300
New proposal mooted in New Caledonia nickel plant sale
The president of New Caledonia's Southern Province has made a fresh suggestion on how to structure a purchase of the Vale nickel plant.
Sun, 10 Jan 2021 20:13:34 +1300
PNG farewells former PM Sir Mekere Morauta
Papua New Guinea has held a state funeral for the former Prime Minister Sir Mekere Morauta.
Mon, 11 Jan 2021 13:36:56 +1300
Fiji's attorney general won't face charges over 1987 bombings
Fiji's public prosecutor has thrown out a case against the country's attorney general, saying there is insufficient evidence to charge him in relation to two bombings in Suva 30 years ago.
Fri, 08 Jan 2021 17:08:14 +1300
Water being shipped to drought-stricken northern Cook Island
An emergency shipment of water is being sent to the northern Cook Island of Tongareva, where the drought situation is described as desperate.
Fri, 08 Jan 2021 17:16:39 +1300
Support will be needed in Fiji for months - UN coordinator
The UN resident coordinator in Fiji says support for those made homeless by Cyclone Yasa will be needed for months.
Fri, 08 Jan 2021 13:32:43 +1300
Pacific US territory leaders denounce DC violence
The governors of Pacific U.S. territories the Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas and Guam have denounced the protests in U.S. Congress.
Fri, 08 Jan 2021 08:53:45 +1300
PNG's Marape visits site of deadly landslide
Papua New Guinea's prime minister has visited the site of a deadly landslide a week ago.
Fri, 08 Jan 2021 12:58:08 +1300
Over 2000 Samoans want to return home - Samoa govt
There are now more than 2000 Samoans wanting to return home and more are expected to register in the coming weeks.
Fri, 08 Jan 2021 14:27:32 +1300
Tonga Rugby Union has a new CEO
Peter Harding has been selected as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Tonga Rugby Union.
Fri, 08 Jan 2021 10:51:35 +1300
Covid-19 claims upmarket resort in Samoa
The upmarket iconic Sinalei Reef Resort and Spa in Samoa has announced it is closing down.