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Demonstrators in riot-hit New Caledonia refuse to abandon road blocks
Separatists in riot-hit New Caledonia refuse to abandon roadblocks that have paralysed much of the Pacific archipelago and halted commercial air traffic, defying a major security operation by French forces.
Published: Location: New CaledoniaTopic: Unrest, Conflict and War
Federal government close to securing $600m deal for new Papua New Guinea NRL side
The federal government and the NRL are closing in on a deal worth up to $600 million to secure a new NRL side based in Papua New Guinea.
Published: Location: Papua New GuineaTopic: NRL
Air Vanuatu collapsed under heavy debt. A thousand kilometres across the ocean, it's a different story
Air Vanuatu's collapse has raised questions about the future of aviation in the Pacific. While experts say the problems are vast, there are glimmers of hope for the region's airlines.
Published: Location: VanuatuTopic: Tourism and Leisure Industry
'Risk the worst': France launches campaigns against independence strongholds amid violent riots in New Caledonia
Foreign Minister Penny Wong says the Australian Defence Force is ready to fly to New Caledonia once the situation is safe, as France moves to quash deadly riots.
Published: Location: New CaledoniaTopic: World Politics
Barramundis' coach Tatenda Taibu targets test match status
Barramundis' head coach Tatenda Taibu says the PNG men's cricket team have the talent to rise to test match status, and he is determined to lead them there.
Published: Location: Papua New GuineaTopic: Cricket
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Pacific Break 2023
Pacific Break winner Ju Ben's performance at WOMADelaide Festival
From the beautiful island of Fiji to the international stage in Australia, the 25-year-old sugar cane machine operator turned music sensation rocked the Adelaide stage.
Topic: Music (Arts and Entertainment)