Torres Strait and Pacific advocates head to COP30 with a bold demand: climate action that matches the threat. Buoyed by a landmark ICJ advisory, their call emphasizes accountability, unity, and the survival of coastal communities.

Australia’s bid to host COP31 in Adelaide sits at the crossroads of ambition and cost, with regional partners urging collaboration while domestic critics watch closely. As Pacific leaders rally behind the plan, the decision could redefine Australia’s climate leadership and its economic and geopolitical role.

Blockages in the wastewater network are prompting a push for smarter waste disposal. Diapers and other non-biodegradable items are clogging pipes and threatening public health and infrastructure. A growing call for responsible waste management shows how communities can rally for cleaner, safer sanitation.

Fiji’s Health Minister urges conversations about CWM Hospital to be grounded in verified data rather than speculation, underscoring the need for credible information as reforms to the health system slowly take shape.

Papua New Guinea takes center stage at COP30, urging urgent, fair climate action to protect the world’s forests and oceans—the lungs of the Earth. With a bold “Pacific-to-Amazon” vision and new financing and partnership plans, PNG invites ocean and forest nations to unite for a sustainable future. A call to deforestation halt, biodiversity protection, and…

Fiji speeds up its battle against plastic pollution with a bold container deposit plan, backed by government and global partners. The move aims to clean waterways, boost recycling, and create green jobs as consultations roll out across industry and communities. With debates and practical hurdles ahead, the path toward a circular-economy future is taking shape.

– Fiji’s premier superyacht hub is expanding, with upgraded infrastructure and a landmark mega-berth set to boost capacity and elevate the luxury marine experience. – Port Denarau’s bold expansion could reshape Fiji’s luxury tourism, unlocking bigger vessels, smoother operations, and new revenue opportunities. – A strategic wave of upgrades hints at a brighter future for…

In Fiji, a high-stakes bail hearing centers on a major drug case, raising questions of medical needs and public safety. Prosecutors say the scale of the alleged liquid meth seizure justifies detention, while the defense urges due process — a ruling that could signal the reach of the crackdown on drug trafficking.

Valelevu marks Remembrance Day with a quiet ceremony honoring Fiji’s military and police—and the families who stand beside them. A Last Post, a wreath laid in memory, and stories of resilience bind the community in remembrance and hope.