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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

Opinion •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Will’s Word: Willis vs Richardson, the economic showdown we didn’t see coming

The Taxpayers’ Union has taken aim at Finance Minister Nicola Willis, but instead of brushing it off, she’s challenged former finance chief Ruth Richardson to a debate.

William TeriteWed, 10 Dec

Pacific Region

Pacific communities gain eyes on the ocean as new map monitors military movements

The island nations get unprecedented visibility over military activity in Micronesia, empowering local communities to track foreign activity and play a stronger role in regional security.

PMN NewsFri, 28 Nov

Opinion •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Will’s Word: The Labour Party is on the rise once again ahead of AGM

Labour gathers in Auckland this weekend for their Annual General Meeting, with the party finally starting to show direction.

William TeriteFri, 28 Nov

Pacific Region •

Fiji

Fiji military apologises to chiefs and pledges 'civilian supremacy'

The formal traditional apology (matanigasau) was offered by the army commander for their role in past political turmoil.

RNZ PacificThu, 27 Nov

Pacific Region •

Cook Islands

Cook Islands Chamber concerned over crypto bill's economic risks

It warns that the draft Cryptocurrency (Ransomware Suppression) Bill 2025 could disrupt banking, trade, and tourism while tackling cybercrime.

Losirene Dasalusalu and Talaia Mika, Cook Islands NewsMon, 24 Nov

Opinion

Will’s Word: Te Pāti Māori needs fresh leadership and Maipi-Clarke just proved why

After months of infighting, Maipi-Clarke’s clarity, humility and distance from the drama offer the party a real chance to reset.

William TeriteFri, 21 Nov

Politics •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Opportunity Party’s new leader pitches a major tax reset to support Pacific families

Aucklander Qiulae Wong says their revamped tax reset will help Pacific families facing high housing costs and low home ownership.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 20 Nov

Pacific Region •

Vanuatu •

Fiji •

Sāmoa •

Solomon Islands

Pacific nations push to modernise colonial-era laws before political change erases progress

Across the Pacific, communities are calling for outdated laws, covering land, mining, and resources, to be updated.

Christine RovoiTue, 18 Nov

Pacific Region •

Cook Islands

Seabed mining firm backs Cook Islands' five-year seabed exploration extension

Moana Minerals backs Rarotonga's decision to extend the operation for another five years, saying more time is needed for environmental baseline studies before any mining permit can be considered.

Rashneel Kumar, Cook Islands NewsTue, 18 Nov

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