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Vanuatu win final group game but lose out on semi-final place to Fiji
The Fiji Times
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July 11, 2025
With Solomon Islands winning 5-0 over Tonga in the first game of the day, Vanuatu knew that they needed to win by at least two goals in order to secure a semi-final place, while Fiji needed just a point to secure top spot in Group B. The Kulas...
Vanuatu wins Women’s Beach Volleyball Gold in intense final against Australia
Island Times
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July 11, 2025
KOROR, Palau — Vanuatu’s beach volleyball duo of Sherysyn Toko and Majabelle Lawac claimed the gold medal in a hard-fought match against Australia’s Kayla Mears and Jasmine Rayner, winning in straight sets, 22–20, 21–18. The opening set was...
Fiji, SI, Vanuatu historic joint submission of ECS areas to UN
The Islandsun
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July 11, 2025
BY LORETTA B MANELE Fiji, Solomon Islands and Vanuatu together have presented a joint submission of Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) areas to the United Nations, a move considered historic. According to a recent statement from SPC, (The Pacific...
Fiji Kulas aim for clean sweep in group stage as they face Vanuatu tonight
Fijivillage
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Fiji Kulas coach Angeline Chua says the team is focused and determined to secure all 9 points in the group stage of the OFC Women’s Nations Cup, as they prepare for a crucial clash against Vanuatu this evening. Chua says they know Vanuatu is a...
Vanuatu seeks visa-free access to Australia before renewing strategic pact
RNZ
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July 10, 2025
Jotham Napat, right, was elected Vanuatu's new prime minister in February. Photo: DFAT Vanuatu and Australia are set to re-sign an important strategic agreement in September, but its ratification may be stymied by immigration demands. The Vanuatu...
Fiji, Vanuatu and Solomon Islands submit landmark ocean claims covering 453,400km²
The Fiji Times
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July 10, 2025
In a historic move, Fiji, Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu have submitted three Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) claims to the United Nations Commission on the Limits of the Continental Shelf (CLCS), securing 453,400 square kilometres of shared ocean...
Kulas confident ahead of Vanuatu clash as Waqanidrola eyes top spot in Group B
Fijivillage
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The Kulas are brimming with confidence after winning back-to-back matches in the OFC Women’s Nations Cup and captain Naomi Waqanidrola is promising to give Vanuatu a good run in their next match. However, she is not being too cocky and says there...
Vanuatu and Solomon Islands battle it out for OFC Women’s Nations Cup round 2 (Group B)
Islands Business
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July 9, 2025
After a successful first round of competition, Fiji came out strong against a spirited Tonga side. Fiji had a close win against Solomon Islands in round 1 while Tonga lost to Vanuatu. Fiji’s first goal came from a sensational header by Cema Nasau...
Historic joint submission of Extended Continental Shelf areas to the United Nations by Fiji, Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu
Pacific Community (SPC)
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History in the Pacific as representatives to the UN H.E. Odo Tevi (Vanuatu), H.E. Jane Waetara (Solomon Islands), and H.E. Filipo Tarakinikini (Fiji) present their North Fiji Basin submission to Alice Hicuburundi, Principal Legal Officer, UN...
Fletcher Construction worker killed at Port Vila wharf, Vanuatu
Newstalk ZB
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July 10, 2025
A Fletcher Construction worker has been killed at a wharf in Vanuatu’s Port Vila. A Fletcher Building spokesman said: “We are saddened to confirm that an incident occurred yesterday at one of our projects in Vanuatu. Tragically, this incident has...
Fletcher Construction fatality reported in Vanuatu
Northern Advocate
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The immediate priority was to support the worker’s family and his colleagues. “The loss of a valued colleague is felt deeply across our entire organisation, and our thoughts and sympathies are with their loved ones.” The accident was reported by...
Mapping for the future: MACBLUE led workshop upskills Vanuatu in seagrass and mangrove conservation
Pacific Community (SPC)
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The MACBLUE GIS workshop series concluded last week in Vanuatu, bringing together key stakeholders for a week-long event from June 23 to 27. Throughout the week, participants immersed themselves in hands-on training focused on the use of GIS and...
Passengers clap and cheer as young woman is hauled off Jetstar flight from Vanuatu after alleged vile act in mid-air
Daily Mail
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July 9, 2025
Passengers on a Jetstar flight celebrated as a young woman was marched off the plane for allegedly vaping mid-air and mocking the families who complained. The Sydney-bound flight had just landed from Port Vila, Vanuatu, on Saturday night when...
Vanuatu addresses ITLOS in public hearings on Climate Change
Pacific News Service
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Vanuatu and a coalition of nations including four international organisations presented their legal perspectives on state responsibility in addressing climate change during the International Tribunal for the Law of Sea (ITLOS) public hearings,...
Solomons keep semi-final hopes alive with win over Vanuatu
Solomon Star
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July 8, 2025
The Solomon Islands National Women’s Football Team kept their 2025 OFC Nations Cup semi-final hopes alive with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Vanuatu on Tuesday, July 8. Knowing a loss could end their campaign, the Solomon Islands started brightly...
Vanuatu hails landmark climate ruling by Inter-American Court
Pacific News Service
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Vanuatu has welcomed a historic ruling by the Inter-American Court of Human Rights (IACtHR), calling it a breakthrough in linking climate change with legal obligations to protect human rights. Ralph Regenvanu, Vanuatu’s Minister of Climate Change...
Solomon Islands Claim First Victory At OFC Women’s Nations Cup With Gritty Win Over Vanuatu
Scoop
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Vanuatu were the aggressors for much of the match, but two defensive mistakes forced by Madeline Arukau, propelled the Solomon Islands towards three points. After suffering defeat to Fiji in their opening match, the Solomon Islands knew that...
Groundlink Energy’s vision for sustainable geothermal growth in Vanuatu
ThinkGeoEnergy
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July 7, 2025
Groundlink Energy's vision for sustainable geothermal growth in Vanuatu (inset photo: view of Emao Island taken at Takara 13 May 2025 by Groundlink Energy) Groundlink Energy is building on industry experience, existing geologic data, and...
Coal scam accused Vinay Mishra hiding in Vanuatu under new identity, says CBI
Daijiworld News
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July 7, 2025
Daijiworld Media Network - Kolkata Kolkata, July 8: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday informed a special court in Asansol, West Bengal, that Vinay Mishra, the prime accused in the multi-crore coal smuggling case, is currently...
Prime Accused In Bengal Coal Smuggling Case Residing In Vanuatu Islands: CBI
Ommcom News
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July 7, 2025
Kolkata: Former Trinamool Congress leader and the prime accused in a multi-crore coal smuggling case in West Bengal, Vinay Mishra is currently hiding at Vanuatu Islands with a different name, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) informed a...