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MSG discusses Middle East conflict - Marape
"The Pacific remains friends to all, enemies to none."
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New All Black came from Fiji with a dream
1:51 pm todayFlying Fijians coach Mick Byrne had wanted Timoci Tavatavanawai for Fiji national duties but he had indicated he was keen to chase his All Black dream.
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'Slow but sure' economic rise in most of Pacific - World Bank
12:22 pm todayThe economic story of the Pacific post-Covid has been a slow climb upwards, but a climb nonetheless. Audio
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The province bearing the brunt of gun violence In Papua New Guinea
8:02 am todayAnalysis - The Papua New Guinea Highlands, a region celebrated for its stunning natural beauty, is increasingly overshadowed by the escalating threat of small…
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Finalists in the Pacific Music Awards announced
11:31 am todayShane Walker and Aaradhna are leading the finalist nominations at the 21st Pacific Music Awards this year.
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All Blacks squad selection: Winners and losers
8:01 am todayAnalysis - Scott Robertson named 33 players yesterday but a lot of the talk in the aftermath has been about the ones that he didn't.
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Pacific news in brief for 24 June
11:21 am todayA round-up of news in brief from around the region, including the latest update on Tonga's dengue cases.
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Pasifika Sipoti in brief for 24 June
8:06 am todayA round-up of sports news in brief from around the region, including Super Rugby signings.
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NZ may help Pacific Islanders in the Middle East 'where feasible'
23 Jun 2025The 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
23 Jun 2025The 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
23 Jun 2025Scott Robertson has reveraled his initial squad for the season.
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Coffee prices brewing success for PNG farmers
23 Jun 2025More 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
23 Jun 2025Bougainville'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
23 Jun 2025Guam'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
23 Jun 2025Cricket 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
23 Jun 2025Waka Kotahi is making licensing more accessible and inclusive for Pasifika people.
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Pacific news in brief for 23 June
23 Jun 2025A 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
23 Jun 2025The 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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