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Fri, 20 Aug 2021 17:23:11 +1200Fiji university threat draws ire in New Zealand
The New Zealand Government says it remains concerned by the ongoing management and governance challenges at the University of the South Pacific.
Fri, 20 Aug 2021 14:28:58 +1200
NZ travellers in Cooks may have to self-isolate
NZ travellers in the Cook Islands who were recently at a place of interest may be required to self-isolate.
Fri, 20 Aug 2021 13:30:48 +1200
Signs of support for Pasifika in NZ amid lockdown strain
Pacific communities in New Zealand are encouraged to seek support amidst the nationwide lockdown.
Fri, 20 Aug 2021 11:41:59 +1200
Kaiviti Silktails rugby league player missing in Sydney
A member of the Kaiviti Silktails rugby league team is missing in Australia.
Fri, 20 Aug 2021 16:36:41 +1200
Delta behind dramatic spike in French Polynesia's Covid cases
French Polynesia is grappling with a new surge of Covid-19 infections, the delta variant.
Fri, 20 Aug 2021 14:11:26 +1200
Stranded Kiribati seamen plead for government help
Dozens of i-Kiribati seamen who are stuck in Fiji want to get home.
Fri, 20 Aug 2021 16:43:38 +1200
In brief: news from around the Pacific
Covid testing in Cooks as travel bubble suspended; Fiji minister attacks MP's dresscode, Polish prisoner in West Papua seeks clemency; and more.
Fri, 20 Aug 2021 08:47:01 +1200
Covid-19 in Fiji: Over 700 infections, 8 deaths amid suspected first case on remote island
A positive case of Covid-19 on a remote island in Fiji is being investigated by health authorities as 781 new cases and eight deaths are reported.
Fri, 20 Aug 2021 11:40:02 +1200
Marshall Islands expands Pacific-first Covid vaccines for fishermen
In the Marshall Islands, Covid vaccinations for commercial fishermen are being ramped up and expanded.
Fri, 20 Aug 2021 12:34:20 +1200
Fijian netball defender switches teams
Fiji international Kelera Nawai-Caucau is returning to familiar territory after signing on to play for the Mainland Tactix in next year's ANZ Premiership netball league.
Fri, 20 Aug 2021 09:26:41 +1200
Vanuatu cricketers fully vaccinated
The Vanuatu Cricket Association's players and staff are now fully vaccinated against Covid-19.
Fri, 20 Aug 2021 10:02:43 +1200
Tahiti suffer first up defeat at Beach Soccer World Cup
Tahiti have made a losing start at the Beach Soccer World Cup, after a 4-3 extra-time defeat by the United Arab Emirates
Thu, 19 Aug 2021 17:05:14 +1200
Fiji govt says it won't fund university while professor is VP
The Fiji Government has announced it will not make grants to the University of the South Pacific as long as Pal Ahluwalia is the Vice-Chancellor.
Fri, 20 Aug 2021 09:12:57 +1200
Report details steps to raise equity in tertiary study for Pasifika
Tertiary providers have been issued a 'how-to guide' for breaking down barriers to success for Pacific students, with seven pointers educators will be expected to put into action.
Thu, 19 Aug 2021 17:05:14 +1200
Inquiry into why Pasifika are paid 23 percent less than Pākehā
New Zealand's pay gap - where Pākehā men are paid 27 percent more than Pasifika women - is being investigated by the Human Rights Commission.
Thu, 19 Aug 2021 12:55:31 +1200
Cook Islands Olympians in MIQ trying to get home
A group of Cook Islands Olympic team members are waiting to find out when they can return home, following the latest outbreak of Covid-19 in New Zealand.
Thu, 19 Aug 2021 18:23:54 +1200
In brief: news from around the Pacific
Massive spike in Covid-19 cases in French Polynesia; Australia is accused of doing too little on climate change; the value of the Pacific Forum is praised; a Fiji MP has regained his seat, and more.
Thu, 19 Aug 2021 09:24:45 +1200
Covid-19: Fiji reports 8 deaths and 653 new cases
More than half of the new infections of Covid-19 in Fiji are being reported in the western division, the government said.