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Vanuatu

Vanuatu launches container classroom trial to keep learning going after disasters

A new disaster-resilient classroom built from shipping containers has opened at a school in Vanuatu, giving students a safer and faster way back to learning after cyclones and earthquakes.

Renate RiversWed, 29 Apr

Education

Pacific attendance rises but nearly four in ten students still misssing school regularly - data

New government figures show improvement for Pacific students in Term 1 but attendance is still well below the national average.

'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 28 Apr

Politics

Pacific students further slipping behind despite national attendance improving overall

An Auckland principal says attendance challenges for Pacific learners are complex and deeply rooted, as new data shows they are the only group to decline in the overall school attendance rates.

'Alakihihifo VailalaMon, 23 Mar

Politics •

Sāmoa

Delayed back-to-school grant finally reaching Sāmoa districts after election concerns

Millions promised in January are finally reaching families after the government paused the rollout over concerns it could be seen as election bribery.

Renate RiversFri, 06 Mar

Sports •

Papua New Guinea

OFC Pro League teams take football beyond the field in PNG capital

Visiting teams are building deeper ties with local communities and showing how soccer can support learning, inclusion, and hope for young people.

PMN NewsFri, 06 Feb

Education

NCEA failure rates raise fears Pacific students could be pushed out of education - experts

New NZQA data shows 15,000 senior students failed to meet literacy and numeracy requirements in 2025.

Khalia StrongMon, 02 Feb

Local Democracy Reporting

Election year creates headaches for NZ schools - principal

Bruce Kearney says schools are navigating changes to curriculum and attendance, while education is a hot topic in the lead-up to the 7 Nov general election.

David Hill, LDR ReporterWed, 28 Jan

Education •

Sāmoa

Exam results prompt review of Sāmoa's education system

Falling pass rates have triggered a government review, as teachers highlight weak foundations, staff shortages, and changing student behaviour.

Renate RiversTue, 27 Jan

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Tuvalu •

Kiribati

Pacific urged to tackle homelessness as region hosts most stateless people, report reveals

More than half of the world's stateless population lives in Asia-Pacific, which the experts warn leaves children and adults without access to education, healthcare or legal rights.

Christine RovoiWed, 14 Jan

Community

‘Heart of our family’: Pacific leader Vui Elena Fa’amoe-Timoteo dies after decades of service

The founding member of the Pacific Leadership Forum was a tireless advocate for education, health, and community.

Khalia StrongTue, 13 Jan

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