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Election •

New Caledonia

New Caledonia: Final vote count confirms political deadlock

Neither the pro-France nor pro-independence camp can govern alone, leaving a small centrist party holding the balance of power ahead of crucial talks.

Christine RovoiTue, 30 Jun

Election •

New Caledonia •

France

French loyalists sweep New Caledonia vote but fight over political future is far from over

Pro-France parties have won a commanding victory in New Caledonia's first provincial election since the deadly 2024 unrest. But the result leaves the territory's political future still hanging in the balance.

Christine RovoiMon, 29 Jun

Pacific Region •

New Caledonia •

France

French government defends reduced voting centres in Nouméa, points to higher turnout

Concerns remain over voter access in Nouméa where critics say fewer centralised centres could make it harder for some residents to reach the ballot.

Christine RovoiFri, 19 Jun

Pacific Region •

New Caledonia •

France

Polling cutback sparks anger as New Caledonia heads into tense vote

Concerns have been raised about access to the ballot as critics warn it's now harder for some people to vote in the delayed provincial elections.

Christine RovoiTue, 16 Jun

Politics •

New Caledonia

France expands New Caledonia voter rolls ahead of June elections

The delayed move by the National Assembly in Paris has been welcomed by some but criticised by others who warn it risks deepening political tensions.

PMN NewsMon, 25 May

Pacific Region •

New Caledonia

New Caledonia left in limbo as France MPs reject reform plan

The Pacific territory faces more uncertainty after the French National Assembly blocked key changes as pro-independence leaders call for a “reset”.

Christine RovoiWed, 08 Apr

Pacific Region •

New Caledonia

New Caledonia set to reintroduce shark culling after fatal attack

The programme has reopened debate in the French territory and across the Pacific over how to balance public safety with marine conservation.

Christine RovoiWed, 25 Feb

Pacific Region •

New Caledonia

Pacific leaders watch closely as France-New Caledonia deal divides independence groups

A new political agreement in New Caledonia aims to bring stability, but the main independence coalition has rejected it, raising concerns across the Pacific about self-determination and regional stability.

Christine RovoiSun, 25 Jan

Pacific Region •

New Caledonia •

France

Tribunal finds France responsible for security failures in deadly New Caledonia riots

The French government failed to provide adequate security during the May 2024 unrest, and has been ordered to pay more than NZ$76.74 million in compensation.

Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Correspondent French Pacific DeskFri, 12 Dec

Health •

Sāmoa •

New Caledonia

Sāmoan researcher blends traditional knowledge and science to fight diabetes

Amy Maslen Miller is combining traditional Sāmoan knowledge with modern science to offer a more balanced, culturally grounded path to diabetes prevention.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 10 Dec

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