Regional
Growing push for repatriation of stranded French Polynesians
Friday 17 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Small World
There is a growing push for several hundred French Polynesian residents stranded abroad because of the Covid-19 outbreak to be repatriated, RNZ reports.
RNZAF Hercules to deliver aid to Fiji following cyclone
Friday 17 April 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Small World
A Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) C-130H Hercules aircraft will deliver tomorrow much-needed supplies to Fiji to help with relief efforts following Tropical Cyclone Harold.
Covid-19 Pacific update: Global push for trust
Friday 17 April 2020 | Written by Gray Clapham | Published in Small World
The head of a Covid-19 Pasifika advisory group wants to see a former New Zealand Prime Minister leading a global push to re-energise global trust and resourcing to fight the Covid-19 pandemic.
Covid-19 cases increase in Fiji
Thursday 16 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Small World
Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama has declared Fiji’s second State of Natural Disaster after confirming the country’s 17th case of Covid-19.
Papua New Guinea confirms third Covid case
Thursday 16 April 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Small World
The office controlling Papua New Guinea's pandemic response went into lockdown today after the country's third confirmed Covid-19 case was announced.
New study on East Polynesia
Thursday 16 April 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Small World
Severe drought in Western Polynesia - Samoa and Tonga - may have led to the settlement of the East Polynesian islands - such as the Cook Islands - earlier than previously thought.
West Papuan family questions military killing
Wednesday 15 April 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Small World
A West Papuan family is asking questions about the circumstances around the killing of their son and his friend in Mimika regency on Monday.
Fiji Mynah bird deaths explained
Wednesday 15 April 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Small World
The cause of death of the Mynah birds which were recently caught on social media has been determined following a post-mortem.
Cyclone disaster response defended
Wednesday 15 April 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Small World
VANUATU – Vanuatu’s Disaster Management Office has given non-government organisations the green light to distribute relief supplies to communities affected by Cyclone Harold.
Samoa eases restrictions
Wednesday 15 April 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Small World
Samoa’s Cabinet has eased some of its state of emergency lockdown restrictions including reopening restaurants and public transport.
Shark cargo stirs debate in Tahiti
Saturday 11 April 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Small World
French Polynesia's environmental group Te Ora Naho is challenging the government over its response to a Chinese fishing vessel found with sharks in its hold, RNZ reports.
Samoa Covid-free but borders remain closed
Saturday 11 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Small World
Samoa's Prime Minister says despite the nation being Covid-19 free, it is highly unlikely the borders will be reopened at this stage, even to those wanting to attend urgent family matters, RNZ reports.
New Caledonia lockdown extended
Saturday 11 April 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Small World
New Caledonia authorities have extended the restrictions imposed over the Covid-19 outbreak for another week until 19 April.
China Donates vehicles to Fiji
Saturday 11 April 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Small World
Fiji and China further strengthened its defence relations after the official handing over of 47 specialized military vehicles by the Government of the People’s Republic of China this week at the RFMF Engineers Headquarters, says the Fijian Government.
French Polynesia repatriation flight organised
Saturday 11 April 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Small World
A repatriation flight is being organised in French Polynesia for mainly travellers from the United States stranded because of the Covid-19 outbreak, RNZ reports.
Fiji without power after Cyclone Harold
Saturday 11 April 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Small World
Fiji is celebrating the Easter holiday without electricity because power supply to almost 80 percent of homes in the country is yet to be restored, RNZ reports.
Beach resort in Tonga severely damaged by Cyclone Harold
Thursday 9 April 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Small World
A notable location in Tonga damaged by Cyclone Harold is a popular resort in Kanokupolu.
TC Harold- Strong winds felt in Tonga
Wednesday 8 April 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Small World
RNZ has reported that reports from Tonga's capital, Nuku'alofa say strong winds were being felt there and there were power outages in some areas. Weather Watch NZ has reported that TC Harold has returned to Category 5.
Bleak outlook for Pacific tourism
Wednesday 8 April 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Small World
PACIFIC – The Asian Development Bank says tourism-driven economies in the Pacific will be the worst affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Pacific countries strengthen border monitoring in response to African Swine Fever threat
Wednesday 8 April 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Small World
Papua New Guinea recently announced that its multi-million pork industry is now under threat after African Swine Fever (ASF) was discovered in Mendi, in the Southern Highlands Province.
