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Pacific Islands Forum reports progress on the 2050 Blue Pacific Strategy, but capacity and funding gaps slow rollout
A regional blueprint for the Pacific’s future is making headway, but capacity gaps and funding shortfalls are slowing the path from plan to people’s everyday lives. With… read more
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Pacific 2050 Strategy Progress: New SPC Science Chief Strengthens Regional Technical Backbone Amid Funding Gaps
Leadership shifts and bold policy choices are testing whether the Pacific can turn big ambitions into real benefits for communities. With science capacity, seabed mining debates, and… read more
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Permal Naicker’s Sigatoka Valley Farm: From Modest Beginnings to Regular Market Supplier, Urges Irrigation Support
From a modest Sigatoka Valley plot to a thriving family farm, this profile reveals how discipline and smart reinvestment turned hands-on farming into a steady supplier for… read more
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Pacific Islands Forum Advances 2050 Blue Pacific Strategy, but Funding and Implementation Gaps Persist
Progress toward the Blue Pacific 2050 vision is advancing, with stronger regional cooperation and real steps in climate resilience, ocean management, and social wellbeing. But turning policy… read more
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Fiji: Flood warnings persist as slow-moving trough brings gusty winds up to 80 km/h
Heavy rain warning lifted, but flood and wind hazards persist as a slow-moving trough continues to affect Fiji. Localized downpours and gusty winds could trigger flash floods… read more
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Codie Taylor’s 150th cap fuels Crusaders to 69-26 win over Drua at Apollo Projects Stadium
Codie Taylor marks his 150th appearance with a hat-trick as the Crusaders celebrate a commanding win in their farewell at Apollo Projects Stadium. A night of milestone… read more
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Power restoration underway in Fiji after Cyclone Vaianu damages critical 132kV Wailoa-Cunningham line
Crews race to restore power after a cyclone damages a key transmission line, triggering rolling blackouts across the Central Division. With tough terrain, around-the-clock work and safety… read more
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23,000 Litres of Fuel Removed from Grounded Fiji Princess as Environmental Protections Remain in Place
Nearly 23,000 litres of fuel have been removed from the grounded MV Fiji Princess, reducing the risk of pollution as salvage teams press ahead in challenging sea… read more
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Japan Launches 10-Member Pacific Defence Initiative Office to Shore Up Pacific Surveillance and Deterrence
Japan is stepping up its Pacific defense posture with a new 10-member office aimed at closing a widening surveillance gap. Radar upgrades, island surveys, and the potential… read more