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After humans abandoned this island, it became a land outside time. Their descendants are fighting to keep it that way
Tetepare was once home to tribes of people, before it was abruptly deserted about 200 years ago. Now, descendants are protecting it from logging and climate change.
Published: Location: Solomon IslandsTopic: Foreign Affairs
Emmanuel Macron's visit to New Caledonia has been described as a 'poker move' that some experts say won't pay off
After more than a week of deadly rioting that has left six people dead, Emmanuel Macron plans to meet with local leaders to find a way forward — but experts say the visit is unlikely to address the root causes of the unrest.
Published: Location: PacificTopic: World Politics
Calling Pacific artists to claim Pacific Break crown 2024
Pacific Break, the Pacific's biggest music competition, will return on 29 June 2024, kicking off with an epic launch concert in Fiji. Get your entries ready as we look for the best original and unsigned talent from across the Pacific.
Published: Location: FijiTopic: Music (Arts and Entertainment)
A servo owner had trouble finding locals to work. Pacific workers gladly filled the gaps
Fijian nationals working in Australian service stations say it's a "blessing" as the hospitality and retail sectors are next in line to recruit staff from Pacific nations.
Published: Location: BundabergTopic: Work
Barbie to make a doll to honour Mary Fowler, gloves and bubble braid included
The Matildas star and Manchester City forward is one of nine athletes set to be honoured in a new project announced by Mattel.
Published: Location: AustraliaTopic: Sport
'Thank God!' Australians relieved as first evacuation flights land after mission to riot-stricken New Caledonia
More than 100 Australians and other tourists stranded for up to a week in the violence in New Caledonia have been repatriated.
Published: Location: BrisbaneTopic: Unrest, Conflict and War
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Evacuation flight from New Caledonia carrying Australians lands in Brisbane
The first of two evacuation flights from New Caledonia carrying stranded Australians lands in Brisbane.
Topic: Unrest, Conflict and War
Pacific Break 2023
Pacific Break winner Ju Ben's performance at WOMADelaide Festival
From the beautiful island of Fiji to the international stage in Australia, the 25-year-old sugar cane machine operator turned music sensation rocked the Adelaide stage.
Topic: Music (Arts and Entertainment)