Environment

Environment •

Tuvalu

From reef ruins to science inspiration: Marine mission in Tuvalu concludes

As coral health declines across Tuvalu, researchers say education and conservation offer hope, after a national survey and youth science day reach new depths.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 01 Jul

Environment

Pasifika in Nelson Tasman safe but alert as more rain looms, says community leader

As heavy rain threatens the region, Pasifika remain vigilant but largely safe, with community teams providing key information in Pacific languages.

PMN NewsMon, 30 Jun

Environment •

Cook Islands

Seabed mining consultations raise fisheries concerns

Moana Minerals, one of the licensed companies in the Cook Islands to explore deep-sea resources, conducted engagement tours over a week ago.

Talaia Mika, Cook Islands News reporterThu, 26 Jun

Environment

Turning trash into community resource: West Auckland site gets zero-waste upgrade

The revamped facility includes a community-run store, a construction recovery hub, and space for education - all designed to reduce landfill waste and support circular living.

Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterWed, 18 Jun

Environment •

Vanuatu

Vanuatu leads charge for world’s largest Indigenous-led marine reserve at UN summit

The initiative will cover over six million square kilometres and aims to protect ocean biodiversity.

'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 17 Jun

Environment •

Fiji

UN Oceans Summit: Fiji mobilising resources to protect vital marine ecosystems, says govt

As the Pacific grapples with inequities in financing ocean conservation, leaders unite to advocate for more robust international support and ensure the health of the world’s oceans.

Elenoa TuragaiviuFri, 13 Jun