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Kiribati’s first year on Australia’s Pacific Engagement Visa shows early jobs but big access gaps
Kiribati’s first year in the Pacific Engagement Visa shows hopeful early wins for a small group, but demand far outstrips the program’s capacity. The data also… Read more
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Namosi copper project in Fiji to withdraw after decade of landowner opposition
After more than a decade of protests and legal battles, a proposed copper project in Fiji’s Namosi interior is set to withdraw, reshaping landowner expectations and… Read more
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Fiji Methodist Church Mourns Daniel Mastapha, Indo-Fijian Leader Who Bridged Hindi and Fijian Congregations
An era ends with the passing of Reverend Daniel Mastapha, the Fiji Methodist Church’s first Indo-Fijian president. A life built on bridging languages, cultures, and congregations—from… Read more
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Kiwa Initiative Expands to €80 Million for 45 Pacific Projects, Reaching 200,000 People with Nature‑Based Climate Solutions
An ambitious expansion of a Pacific climate-resilience initiative channels €80 million into 45 projects across 17 nations, directly touching the lives of hundreds of thousands. Centered… Read more
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Women-Led Kiwa Restoration in Nanukuloa, Fiji Boosts Coastal Livelihoods and Ecosystem Resilience
Nanukuloa is turning ecological restoration into real economic resilience. Women are leading new livelihood initiatives that connect healthier seas with stronger households. With ongoing partnerships, the… Read more
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Fiji’s Voyage of Hope: A Faith-Driven, Parish-Led Climate Initiative Across Eight Islands
Eight island parishes in Fiji host a voyage that blends spiritual pilgrimage with practical climate action. The Voyage of Hope weaves worship, dialogue, and hands-on training… Read more
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NZDF carries out in-situ detonations of two WWII-era bombs on Bougainville at Aropa Airfield and Koeta Primary School
Unexploded World War II munitions found on Bougainville sparked a specialist clearance operation. A high-stakes effort to keep communities safe, underscoring the lingering legacy of war… Read more
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Vanuatu’s USP Emalus graduation: 310 graduates urged to lead with purpose, resilience and climate justice
At Emalus Campus, 310 graduates were challenged to lead with purpose, resilience, and community-driven action. The address linked Pacific resilience to a growing role in global… Read more
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Fiji Navy suspends search for nine men missing off Kadavu as MSAF opens probe
– Hope and heartbreak collide as the search for nine men is paused, with families clinging to belief and authorities turning to a formal review. -… Read more
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Australia’s 2026 Defence Strategy centers maritime power, but funding questions remain
Australia’s 2026 Defence Strategy doubles down on sea power, expanding the toolkit with submarines, unmanned undersea vehicles, and seabed warfare. Yet with no clear funding plan… Read more