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News in Niuean for 18 December 2024
The latest news in Niuean language (Vagahau Niue) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
News in Samoan for 18 December 2024
The latest news in Samoan language (Gagana Samoa). Audio
Live: 14 reported dead, hundreds hurt in Vanuatu quake
Hundreds are hurt and rescue teams are battling to free trapped people, with a state of emergency in place.
News in Cook Islands Maori for 18 December 2024
The latest News in Cook Island Maori ( Te Reo Maori Kiki Airani), brought to you by our partners Pacific Media Network Audio
Ring of Fire means earthquakes a common occurrence in Vanuatu
While seismic activity is relatively frequent in the region, Tuesday's earthquake is considered to be one of the strongest in recent years.
Vanuatu quake: Seasonal worker in NZ fears for young family at home
His wife and four children live on an island, and he's not had contact with them since the quake hit.
Major rescue operation underway after earthquake in Vanuatu
A massive 7.3 earthquake has hit Vanuatu, at a depth of 10 kilometres. The quake struck 37 kilometres west of the capital Port Vila just before 1:00pm local time. A local journalist has told the ABC… Audio
7.3 earthquake hits Vanuatu, 10 km depth
The National Emergency Management Agency says there is no Tsunami threat to New Zealand. Locals on social media are reporting landslips and say its the biggest quake to hit the island in up to two… Audio
Update on Oz with Brad Foster
For the last time this year we hear the dulcet tones of our Australian correspondent, Brad Foster. Audio
Do geopolitical rivalries undermine accountability in Pacific development aid?
A Lowy Institute report reveals how the leaders from all different walks of life - politicians, government officials, and locals - are experiencing geopolitical competition.
Climate affecting health in small island developing states - report
The report says data from the past 70 years show striking climatic changes that have put SIDS at particular risk of heat stress, drought, vector-borne diseases, and food insecurity.
News in Tongan for 17 December 2024
The latest news in Tongan language (Lea Faka-Tonga) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
News in Niuean for 17 December 2024
The latest news in Niuean language (Vagahau Niue) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
News in Samoan for 17 December 2024
The latest news in Samoan language (Gagana Samoa). Audio
News in Cook Islands Maori for 17 December 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 Islands Pidgin for 16 December 2024
The latest news in Solomon Islands Pidgin (Tok Pisin). Audio
Fiji: Most of those who fell seriously ill after drinks to be discharged
All but two of those who fell sick in Fiji after drinking cocktails are expected to be discharged from hospital by the end of Monday, Fiji's deputy prime minister says Audio