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NZ may help Pacific Islanders in the Middle East 'where feasible'
The Defence Force is sending a plane to the Middle East to assist any New Zealanders stranded in Iran or Israel.
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Prime Minister Marape reinforces PNG's commitment at MSG
2:38 pm todayThe summit, chaired by Fiji this year, brings together leaders from all Melanesian states and New Caledonia's FLNKS.
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Kirifi and Tavatavanawai in, Blackadder and Havili out in first All Blacks squad of season
12:37 pm todayScott Robertson has reveraled his initial squad for the season.
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Coffee prices brewing success for PNG farmers
11:25 am todayMore money in the pockets of smallholder farmers means improved living standards, better access to education, and greater financial security.
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Bougainville independence talks may resume this week
11:25 am todayBougainville's autonomous government wants a commitment from PNG that it will table the results of an independence referendum in parliament.
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Leaders in US-affiliated Pacific react to Iran strikes
9:15 am todayGuam's governor, Lou Leon Guerrero, said right now, there are no credible threats to their island.
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PNG Lewas take out cricket invitational
12:37 pm todayCricket PNG said after a tough start, the Lewas bounced back with grit and determination.
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Learner driver materials set to be translated into Pacific languages - NZTA
8:17 am todayWaka Kotahi is making licensing more accessible and inclusive for Pasifika people.
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Pacific news in brief for 23 June
9:15 am todayA round-up of news in brief from around the region, including reports of PNG nurses wanting payment for writing patient referrals.
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Former New Zealand PM blames Cook Islands for creating a crisis
20 Jun 2025Helen Clark says the Cook Islands government entered into a strategic partnership with a major power nation - China - without consulting New Zealand.
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Mark Brown slams NZ for its 'patronising approach' over China deal
8:17 am todayThe Cook Islands prime minister has suggested a double standard, after the New Zealand government cut its development assistance to the tune of nearly $20 million.
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Tonga's health system hit by cyberattack
20 Jun 2025A team of Australian cyber experts flew to the island this week after its National Health Information System was breached, leading to a demand for payment from hackers.
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Samoan woman stranded in Israel 'praying for Lord's protection'
Polino Falevaai, 25, was meant to fly home on Wednesday but her flight was cancelled due to the Israel-Iran conflict in the area.
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Bougainville and PNG struggle to find common ground
20 Jun 2025Bougainville's Attorney-General says the autonomous region and the PNG government might sign an agreement on the way ahead in their push for independence next week.
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Watch: Preparing for the biggest Cook Islands festival in Aotearoa
20 Jun 2025Te Maeva Nui NZ is seen as the largest Cook Islands cultural festival outside of the Cook Islands.
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Pacific news in brief for 20 June 2025
20 Jun 2025A round-up of news from around the region, including cocaine seizures in New Caledonia.
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Pasifika Sipoti in brief for 20 June
20 Jun 2025A round-up of sports news from around the region, including a re-signing for Moana Pasifika.
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China could be major beneficiary of Peters' move on Cooks - expert
20 Jun 2025A Massey University security and defence observer says the New Zealand government's tactic of trying to punish partners over their decision-making is short-sighted. Audio
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NZR denies blocking Pacific heritage players from representing island nations
The union made the comment following claims from the Flying Fijians head coach that some Super Rugby contracts include clauses requiring players to remain eligible for the All Blacks.
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Pro-independence groups urge MSG to elevate ULMWP membership
19 Jun 2025The international organisations want the Melanesian Spearhead Group to elevate the membership status of the United Liberation Movement for West Papua.
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PNG's electoral integrity under scrutiny ahead of 2027 polls
19 Jun 2025A new report has called for immediate reforms of electoral boundaries before the 2027 National General Election after identifying significant breaches of law.
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Reinforcing the links between the law and Pacific fisheries' sectors
19 Jun 2025Justice experts and fisheries officials from throughout the Pacific are gathered in Honiara to discuss the importance of links between the two sectors.
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Pacific news in brief for 19 June
19 Jun 2025A round-up of news from around the region, including a mining company in PNG celebrating achieving its production targets, despite the impact of continuing lawlessness.
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Police investigate appointment of sacked head of anti-corruption commission
Fiji Police have commenced investigations into a Commission of Inquiry report on the appointment of the country's now sacked head of the anti-corruption office.
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'What's going on': Norfolk Island emergency number down since May
19 Jun 2025A Norfolk Island local says people are outraged that the emergency or 000 number is still down.
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Why has NZ paused funding to the Cook Islands over China deal?
19 Jun 2025New Zealand has halted more than $18 million in development assistance to its realm country. But the island's prime minister said his government was "aware" it was coming. Audio
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Family of woman murdered by mental health patient feel 'forgotten'
19 Jun 2025Laisa Waka Tunidau was stabbed to death as she walked home from work on 25 June 2022.
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State of Origin game II: Queensland beat New South Wales 26-24
19 Jun 2025Queensland have held on to beat New South Wales in the second State of Origin clash at Optus Stadium in Perth.
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