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raetlomi.bsky.social @raetlomi.bsky.social · Nov 30
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What could follow Bougainville's exit - and why Papua New Guinea struggles to let go
Analysis - Papua New Guinea's hesitation over Bougainville is not simply political delay or bureaucratic caution, writes Scott Waide.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 15, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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Fiji human rights advocate Rev Akuila Yabaki fundraising for urgent hip replacement surgery
Reverend Akuila Yabaki, a Methodist church clergyman and a former executive director of the Citizens' Constitutional Forum, requires urgent hip replacement surgery, his family says.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 15, 2025 at 1:55 AM
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Vanuatu misses out on hosting OFC matches in 2026
The lack of facilities not meeting FIFA standards has worked against Vanuatu Football Federation, local media report.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 15, 2025 at 1:15 AM
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Vanuatu hospital staff back at work after earthquake allowance dispute
More than 300 workers at Vanuatu's main hospital have returned to work following a spat with the Public Service Commission over unpaid earthquake allowances.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 11, 2025 at 9:39 PM
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Pacific news in brief for 12 December
A round-up of news from around the region, including Fiji's non-resident ambassador presenting his letters of credence to Pope Leo.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 11, 2025 at 7:55 PM
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Military apology to Indo-Fijians 'long overdue', Fijian academic says
A military apology is "long overdue" to the Indo-Fijian community for trauma caused by past political turmoil, according to Distinguished Professor Steven Ratuva.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 11, 2025 at 2:04 AM
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Illegal sales undermine essential medicine supply in PNG
The unauthorised sale of medical drugs remains a serious and persistent concern in Papua New Guinea, undermining the availability of essential medicines in health facilities.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 11, 2025 at 1:47 AM
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Nauru Rugby eyes Fiji partnership to unlock sport's potential
While the Micronesian Island nation's rugby development has been hindered by the unavailability of grass fields, the Nauru Rugby Union is working to turn their fortunes.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 11, 2025 at 12:44 AM
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Activists urge Vanuatu government to take 'decisive stance' on West Papua
West Papuan "freedom fighters and advocates" have formally submitted a petition to the Vanuatu government in which they express their concern, local media report.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 10, 2025 at 9:43 PM
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Vanuatu teachers strike may roll into third year if government won't pay - union
The next meeting between the union and government officials has been set down for Friday.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 10, 2025 at 1:13 AM
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Vanuatu teen Manoa Tarroux makes history at World Junior Surfing Championships
Sixteen-year-old Manoa Tarroux has created history at the International Surfing Association World Junior Championships in Peru by winning his heat on Sunday.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 9, 2025 at 9:15 PM
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Fijian Health Ministry issues measles warning amid rising cases in Australia and New Zealand
New Zealand has reported around 30 measles cases, while Australia has recorded 162 cases this year.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 9, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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Rugby Sevens: Fiji draws co-leaders South Africa in Singapore pool play
After two rounds in Dubai and Cape Town, Fiji, South Africa and New Zealand all have 38 points in the men's standings.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 8, 2025 at 11:25 PM
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One of PNG's rare conjoined twins dies after urgent surgery
Surgeons have separated a rare set of conjoined twins after they were urgently airlifted from Papua New Guinea to Australia, but only one of the boys has survived.
www.abc.net.au
December 8, 2025 at 3:28 AM
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Pacific news in brief for 8 December
A round-up of news from around the region, including HIV concerns in Solomon Islands.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 7, 2025 at 9:31 PM
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One of Papua New Guinea conjoined twins dies
The boys had a seven-hour operation in Australia to surgically separate them on Sunday, but only one of the boys survived.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 7, 2025 at 7:48 PM
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Rugby Sevens: Fiji finish third in Cape Town
It was the second consecutive week the Fijians had finished third and beaten France, doing that earlier in Dubai last weekend.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 7, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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"Please pray for Tom and Sawong," family spokesman of conjoined twins from PNG
Surgery in Australia to separate fragile conjoined twins from Papua New Guinea is imminent, as one of the tiny boys is failing fast.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 7, 2025 at 3:22 AM
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Rugby: Fiji men defeat New Zealand to book sevens semifinal spot
Fiji defeated New Zealand 35-5 in their final pool game at the Cape Town 7s tournament
www.rnz.co.nz
December 6, 2025 at 6:58 PM
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Bougainville independence process enters 'final leg' amid lingering uncertainty
Representatives of Papua New Guinea and Bougainville held talks this week in Port Moresby over the future of the autonomous region's political status this week.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 5, 2025 at 1:12 AM
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Fiji pushes to grow agricultural exports in New Zealand
Fiji's agricultural product exports will need to be of the best quality to compete against products from other nations when entering the New Zealand market, the country's trade minister says.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 4, 2025 at 10:26 PM
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Conjoined twins airlifted to Australia as case reaches 'critical' point
A rare set of conjoined twins are being urgently airlifted from Papua New Guinea to Australia, with doctors recommending they be separated as soon as possible.
www.abc.net.au
December 4, 2025 at 7:13 AM
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Fiji police launch internal probe into officer's conduct following viral video
The Fiji Police Force is investigating an officer's conduct after a video of him kissing a woman at work went viral, fueling claims of sexual harassment.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 4, 2025 at 1:13 AM
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Fringe Fiji cannabis 'movement' demands legalisation reform for 'freedom to use'
The creator of a self-described "non-registered brand" in its infancy wants the Fijian government to legalise the use and cultivation of marijuana in the country.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 3, 2025 at 11:16 PM
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Positive reactions to the Rugby World Cup draw from Fiji, Tonga
The Rugby World Cup, to be played across Australia from October 2027, will feature 24 teams, drawn into six pools of four teams each.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 3, 2025 at 4:31 PM