WASHINGTON, Sept. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A groundbreaking effort led by Pacific Island leaders to safeguard the ocean took a major step forward today, with the Bezos Earth Fund announcing $37.5 million USD in grants to support marine...
SAMOA, October 6 - Rev. Efu Efu, Cabinet Ministers, Members of the Parliament, Members of the Diplomatic Corps, Heads of Governments and Non-Government Organizations, Members of the National Mental Health Committee Congregation, Ladies and...
The programme is open to motivated people living in or from Pacific Island countries and territories or the Asia-Pacific, who are: An adult of 18 years or older Eager to learn about the leadership skills required for disaster risk reduction...
[PRESS RELEASE – 9 APRIL 2025] – The first ever certified local course for electric vehicle (EV) mechanics has been completed, with the participants receiving their certificates today in a ceremony held at the National University of Samoa (NUS)....
April 20-26, 2025 event emphasizes money is history you can hold in your hands COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- What do Homer Simpson, the Olympic games, Elvis Presley, and Superman have in common? They've...
[PRESS RELEASE Apia, SAMOA 01 April 2025] – The Global Environment Facility (GEF) Small Grants Programme (SGP) is once again supporting local communities who are at great risk from climate change due to their fragile ecosystems. Community-based...
So, the reality is that environmental multilateralism is sometimes messy and sometimes arduous. But even in complex geopolitical times, collaboration across borders and across our differences is the only option to protect the foundation of...
SAMOA, February 18 - Taumeasina Island Resort, Tuesday 18 February 18:30pm Talofa lava and good evening to you all. I am happy to join you this evening to bid farewell to Mr. Themba Kalua, who has served with dedication and commitment as the...
MANILA, PHILIPPINES (3 February 2025) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has appointed Emma Veve as Director General of its Pacific Department (PARD), where she will be responsible for the department’s vision and strategy in the subregion....
Avaiki Cave: 7km Shaped like a natural cathedral, Avaiki is named after the legendary Polynesian homeland, and is where Niue’s first settlers landed. Follow the sea track from the road through a narrow fern-lined gorge to a beautiful pool – ideal...
Niuean creativity takes centre stage this month as father and daughter, Reverend Dr Matagi Jessop-Vilitama and Christyl Matagi-Vilitama, prepare to open their joint exhibition, Fanau, Fānau: Moana, Fonua in South Auckland. The show is the third in...
Organisers of one of the world's biggest secondary school cultural festivals have decided to split the event across two venues to accommodate its growth. The annual ASB Polyfest, held in south Auckland to celebrate Pacific culture, will be hosted...
Organisers of one of the world’s biggest secondary school cultural festivals have decided to split the event across two venues, to accommodate its growth. The annual ASB Polyfest, held in south Auckland to celebrate Pacific culture, will be hosted...
Tonga has officially taken over the Chair of the Polynesian Leaders Group (PLG) for 2025–2026, following the 14th PLG Meeting held in Honiara on 8 September 2025. The handover took place on the sidelines of the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders...
Role Funding: A decision was made to split Māori events off from the main cultural festival Polyfest in Auckland, moving them to a different venue and date. This change has led to concern among some about the impact on cultural unity. Auckland’s...
Minister of Immigration Hon. Crossley Tatui hosted a small ceremony to recognize the attainment of Permanent Resident status to twenty two individuals yesterday. Families and friends of the 22 were there to support their loved ones. Director of...
Niuean fashion is breaking new ground this week as designs and textiles from The Rock will shine at Pacific Fusion Fashion Show (PFFS), part of New Zealand Fashion Week (NZFW) 2025. This marks the first time Niuean designs have ever graced the...
Port Moresby: Union Minister of State for External Affairs (MoS) Pabitra Margherita called on Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape on Monday, conveying greetings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and people of India on the occasion of...
Pacific Island leaders gathered at Independence Hill this morning to witness the flag-raising ceremony for Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Day. The event was attended by a number of regional heads of state and government, including: Mark...
