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Death toll rises in New Caledonia
French security forces are still struggling to restore law and order in New Caledonia four days into widespread unrest in the capital Noumea. Audio
Pacific Waves 17 May 2024
Four people have died in New Caledonia amid escalating unrest, The Bougainville Constitutional Planning Commission is preparing to give Bougainvilleans living away from home a chance to have their say… Audio
Pacific: latest on state of emergency in New Caledonia
Kalafi Moala reports on the latest Pacific news - and leads with the violence in New Caledonia Audio
News in Cook Islands Maori 17 May 2024
The latest News in Cook Island Maori ( Te Reo Maori Kiki Airani), brought to you by our partners Pacific Media Network Audio
News in Solomon Island Pidgin for 16 May 2024
The latest news in Solomon Islands Pidgin (Tok Pisin). Audio
RSE workers prepare for longer stay in NZ after airline collapse
Delays in passports being issued and limited airline options are some of the issues employers face to book flights for RSE workers from Vanuatu.
Peters calls for de-escalation over New Caledonia unrest
The Minister of Foreign Affairs says the escalating situation is of serious concern across the Pacific region.
2024 Australian aid spending and effectiveness update
Analysis - Most country allocations are unchanged, but there are a few winners. The share of aid to the Pacific continues its inexorable rise, reaching 44 percent in this budget.
Why are there riots in New Caledonia against France's voting reform?
Explainer: New Caledonia is central to France President Emmanuel Macron's plan to increase French influence in the Pacific.
News in Tongan for 16 May 2024
The latest news in Tongan language (Lea Faka-Tonga) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
News in Niuean for 16 May 2024
The latest news in Niuean language (Vagahau Niue) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Pacific Waves for 16 May 2024
The first casualty of the unrest in New Caledonia has been confirmed as tensions escalate; Papua New Guinea has agreed to a Bougainville Government request for a moderator to be brought in to solve an… Audio
Deaths confirmed in New Caledonia riots
The first casualty of the unrest in New Caledonia has been confirmed as tensions escalate. Audio