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Samoan govt cracks down on illegal diving at Manawanui wreck
The Samoan government has ordered a 300-metre radius ban around the Royal New Zealand Navy vessel, saying it poses significant risks to divers, fisherman and small craft.
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Brown set for first major NZ visit since diplomatic row
9:02 am todayPrime Minister Mark Brown will travel to New Zealand for a series of engagements - his first major visit since the diplomatic fallout between the two nations…
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French Polynesia urges Pacific to unite amid rising global tensions
9:35 am todayPresident Moetai Brotherson says closer ties with New Zealand and partners are key to building resilience against regional challenges.
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FNRL in 'a mess', facing Friday deadline to save World Cup eligibility
1:15 pm todayA letter from the International Rugby League states the Fiji National Rugby League has failed to submit audit reports since 2023, putting its full membership…
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Pacific news in brief
1:10 pm todayA round-up of news from around the region, including a visit to Tuvalu from Taiwan's foreign minister.
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PNG settlement evictions - doomed to fail?
10 Mar 2026A campaign by PNG authorities to remove communities from informal settlements in Port Moresby may not solve the crime problem.
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Incoming US ambassador spells out vision for NZ, Pacific
10 Mar 2026Billionaire businessman Jared Novelly is the Trump's nominee to be US Ambassador to New Zealand, Niue, the Cook Islands and Samoa.
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'A privilege and an honour': Alapati Pita Tavite sworn in as 12th Ulu o Tokelau
He was sworn in for his second term as the 12th Ulu o Tokelau (head of government) in Nukunonu on Monday.
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Fire knife warriors light up Auckland at Siva Afi Festival
Flames licked the stage and smoke wafted above the Mangere arts centre as siva afi warriors spun, swung and threw traditional nifo oti - Samoan fire knives. Audio
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Australia-backed $150m plan aims to support Pacific rugby development
Rugby Australia has confirmed a new funding agreement currently being discussed with Fiji, Samoa and Tonga will enable a new regional competition structure for both men's and women's rugby.
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How hot is too hot for football in the Pacific?
Medical experts are warning sporting organisations need to do more to manage the risks of heat illness in football, after recent tournaments in the Pacific were played in extreme conditions.
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New film on West Papua highlights 'ecocide'
9 Mar 2026Armed conflict is not the only frontline for West Papuans in their struggle against Indonesian rule, according to a new film.
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Rugby Sevens: Fiji and South Africa tied after Vancouver
The two teams have 86 points each, with the HSBC SVNS Series title do be decided in New York.
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PNG military boss issues warning over Australian rifles after high-powered guns seized
9 Mar 2026Concerns have been raised about Papua New Guinea's ability to safely store a planned delivery of rifles from Australia, amid reports some military weapons are ending up in the hands of tribal…
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US military opens environmental review for expanded Marianas training footprint
9 Mar 2026The proposal would allow military readiness activities to continue at sea and on Farallon de Medinilla, an uninhabited island north of Saipan used as a live-fire training range.
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Pacific news in brief
9 Mar 2026A round-up of news from around the region, including Samoa's FAST Party gaining another two seats in Parliament.
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Watch: Vanuatu's Manaro Voui volcano spews ash
The Manaro Voui volcano is spewing ash and smoke as high as four kilometres above sea level.
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Five takeaways from Moana Pasifika's tough weekend
It was another tough weekend for Moana Pasifika in round four of Super Rugby Pacific.
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Pasifika Sipoti in brief
A round-up of sports news from around the region, including a Women's Fifa World Cup qualifier result.
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Katoa returns to Tonga to support local village as he recovers from head injury
Melbourne Storm player 'Eliesa Katoa is holidaying in Tonga as he continues to recover from a head injury he suffered last year.
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Marshall Islands aims for EU export approval
6 Mar 2026Marshall Islands fisheries authorities and tuna processors are anxiously awaiting the results of a recent EU audit of the country's readiness to meet strict export requirements for fish products.
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Tuilaepa steps down from Lakapi Samoa
9 Mar 2026Lakapi Samoa president Namulauulu Sami Leota will serve as interim chairman.
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Fiji into Vancouver sevens semis
9 Mar 2026Veteran Sevuloni Mocenacagi became Fiji's most experienced sevens player, beating former captain Jerry Tuwai.
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Chiefs subdue Moana Pasifika in Hamilton
6 Mar 2026Moana Pasifika have lost to the Chiefs by an average margin of 41 points, including an 85-7 defeat last year.
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Cook Islands govt on high alert amid Middle East conflict
6 Mar 2026Prime Minister Mark Brown has directed senior officials to secure the nation's fuel and essential supplies.
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Rugby Sevens: Fiji expects tougher test in Vancouver
6 Mar 2026Fiji Sevens men's team head coach Osea Kolinisau is expecting tougher battles as the HSBC SVNS Series enters its fifth tournament for the season.
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No evacuation as volcano continues to spew ash
The Vanuatu government is sending a team to Ambae island on Saturday
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Rugby: Samoa PM threatens rival union in funding standoff
Samoa's national rugby body is caught in a high-stakes political standoff with the government as the country's prime minister refuses to sign off on a multi-million-dollar Australian government…
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