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ANZ commits to continued services in the Pacific

ANZ commits to continued services in the Pacific

In a strategic move to maintain financial stability across the Pacific, ANZ has reaffirmed its commitment to providing banking services in nine Pacific Island nations, including the Cook Islands. This announcement comes amid concerns about the withdrawal of Western...
AIFFP advances $2B infrastructure investment in the Pacific

AIFFP advances $2B infrastructure investment in the Pacific

The Australian Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific (AIFFP) has released its Annual Update for FY 2023-24, highlighting a shift from project origination to implementation across the Pacific and Timor-Leste. As of 30 June 2024, AIFFP had committed AUD 2...
Solomons landowners file claim for 2019 oil spill

Solomons landowners file claim for 2019 oil spill

Landowners of Kangava Bay, East Rennell, Solomon Islands, have filed a compensation claim against a group of international companies responsible for the 2019 oil spill, widely considered the most severe environmental disaster in the country’s history. The claim,...
Low-cost air travel offers hope for Vanuatu’s recovery

Low-cost air travel offers hope for Vanuatu’s recovery

Qantas subsidiary Jetstar has officially launched its new direct flight service from Sydney to Port Vila, Vanuatu, offering travellers a convenient and affordable connection to this picturesque Pacific Island nation. The service, which commenced operations in December...
Cook Is embarks on major construction projects

Cook Is embarks on major construction projects

The Cook Islands has embarked on an ambitious series of construction projects aimed at modernising infrastructure and driving economic growth. These initiatives, announced in December 2024, focus on enhancing public services, supporting tourism, and improving...