Pacific Region • New Caledonia • Solomon Islands • FrancePolitical turmoil in Paris creates rippling effects in New Caledonia's quest for independenceAs Pacific leaders emphasised the need for unity and stability at their Forum in Honiara, New Caledonia's upcoming provincial elections and discussions on self-rule hang in the balance.Christine RovoiMon, 15 Sep
Pacific Region • Solomon Islands • Cook Islands • Niue • New CaledoniaPacific leaders urge better support for regional infrastructureWith a focus on aligning assistance with local needs and priorities, the nations called for sustainable development strategies and collaboration.Christine RovoiThu, 28 Aug
Sports • Aotearoa New Zealand • New CaledoniaNew Zealand and New Caledonia set for epic showdown in Oceania Championship finalWith both teams securing spots in next year's U17 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, anticipation builds for a thriller as they vie for regional supremacy.PMN NewsWed, 27 Aug
Sports • Aotearoa New Zealand • Fiji • Papua New Guinea • New CaledoniaNew Zealand join PNG, Fiji and New Caledonia in OFC Men's Under-16 Championship finalsWith a chance to secure spots in the 2026 FIFA Under-17 World Cup, teams are set to battle it out after intense pool matches saw New Zealand and Fiji maintain unbeaten streaks.PMN NewsMon, 25 Aug
Sports • Fiji • Cook Islands • New CaledoniaFiji dominate Cook Islands as New Caledonia hold NZIt was an exciting round of matches at the OFC Under-16 Men's Championship in Honiara, with one team securing their place in the semi-finals.PMN NewsThu, 21 Aug
Sports • Fiji • French Polynesia Tahiti • New Caledonia • Solomon IslandsFiji pip Tahiti as New Caledonia stun hosts Solomon Islands in OFC Under-16 men's openerThe 2025 Oceania Football Confederation U16 Men’s Championship promises a fierce battle for the title as teams vie for supremacy in the upcoming rounds.PMN NewsTue, 19 Aug
Pacific Region • New CaledoniaTravel caution issued for New Caledonia amid ongoing political tensions, civil unrestJust six months after reopening to tourists following the deadly riots of May 2024, travellers to the French territory are urged to exercise heightened caution.Christine RovoiTue, 12 Aug
Politics • New Caledonia • Cook IslandsRegional unity not at risk amid tensions between NZ and Cook Islands, says PetersVaovasamanaia Winston Peters highlights Aotearoa's efforts to engage directly with Pacific leaders and prioritise regional cooperation through face-to-face dialogue.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 17 Jul
Pacific Region • New CaledoniaNew Caledonia's quest for full independence persists amid new deal with France - expertJournalist Nic Maclellan says France has reached an agreement with its Pacific territory for increased local control, sparking concerns among Indigenous Kanaks.Christine RovoiTue, 15 Jul
Pacific Region • New CaledoniaParis summit discusses New Caledonia's future amid calls for self-ruleHeld in the wake of last year's unrest and protests, the meeting aims to address critical political, economic, and social issues for the French territory.Christine RovoiWed, 09 Jul
