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Great article: US issues pause on foreign aid, leaked memo says bbc.com/news/articles/ce9nx5…

US issues pause on foreign aid, leaked memo says

The State Department notice appears to affect everything from development assistance to military aid.

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Food plays a role in children's mental health — and some schools are stepping in to help those going hungry - ABC News abc.net.au/news/2024-06-17/f…

This school is seeing more kids arrive without food. It's stepping in to help

As families struggle to keep their kitchens stocked, the cost-of-living crisis is drawing attention to the role of schools in providing healthy food to students — something that experts say also...

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The Pacific Engagement Visa is set to grow the region's diaspora in Australia — but experts warn of challenges ahead - ABC News abc.net.au/news/2024-06-07/p…

A new Pacific visa is expected to be a hit — but some warn it could bring challenges for the region

The first Pacific Engagement Visas will be granted in late 2024. Experts and community leaders welcome the scheme, but say the government needs to manage it carefully.

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Concerns raised over Kiribati judiciary after govt moves to expel Australian High Court judge - ABC Pacific abc.net.au/pacific/programs/…

Concerns raised over Kiribati judiciary after govt moves to expel Australian High Court judge - ABC...

David Lambourne was suspended two years ago on allegations of misconduct, sparking a judicial crisis that has left the Pacific Island nation without any senior judges.

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Kiribati treatment of Australian judge raises concerns for UN top human rights expert - ABC Pacific abc.net.au/pacific/programs/…

Kiribati treatment of Australian judge raises concerns for UN top human rights expert - ABC Pacific

It comes after a government appointed tribunal report recommended the dismissal of suspended judge, David Lambourne.

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Welfare workers hope Australia's budget boost will improve Pasifika living standards - ABC Pacific abc.net.au/pacific/programs/…

Welfare workers hope Australia's budget boost will improve Pasifika living standards - ABC Pacific

There is optimism that a welfare pledge from Australia's Federal government will uplift people hard hit by a cost of living crisis.

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Sydney school teaches Pacific Island culture - ABC Pacific abc.net.au/pacific/programs/…

Sydney school teaches Pacific Island culture - ABC Pacific

Pacific dances, songs and cultural understanding is what children learn at Busby public school in south-western Sydney.

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Environmentalists commend moves to recognise greenhouse gasses as marine pollution - ABC Pacific abc.net.au/pacific/programs/…

Environmentalists commend moves to recognise greenhouse gasses as marine pollution - ABC Pacific

Pacific environmental groups have praised an advisory opinion by the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea that greenhouse gasses are an ocean pollutant.

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'Every drop counts:' Rarotongans told to save water after a dry spell - ABC Pacifica abc.net.au/pacific/programs/…

'Every drop counts:' Rarotongans told to save water after a dry spell - ABC Pacific

A lack of rain in parts of the Cook Islands is prompting calls for locals on Rarotonga to conserve water. 

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Schoolchildren to help fight plastic pollution in Cook Islands - ABC Pacific abc.net.au/pacific/programs/…

Schoolchildren to help fight plastic pollution in Cook Islands - ABC Pacific

Cook Islands' environmentalists are tackling the plastics problem in their remote environment by asking schoolchildren for help.

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Papua New Guinea zooming in social media, after rioting - ABC Pacific abc.net.au/pacific/programs/…

Papua New Guinea zooming in social media, after rioting last week - ABC Pacific

The role of social media is in the spotlight in Papua New Guinea under a state of emergency, after the rioting and looting last week. 

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Vanuatu set to introduce new recycling schemes in 2024 - ABC Pacific abc.net.au/pacific/programs/…

Vanuatu set to introduce new recycling schemes next year - ABC Pacific

Plastic waste is a big challenge for many Pacific countries — not only is it an eyesore if it ends up on streets and beaches, but also an environmental hazard.

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Pacific leaders gather at COP28 to call for phase-out of fossil fuel projects - ABC Pacific abc.net.au/pacific/programs/…

Pacific leaders gather at COP28 to call for phase-out of fossil fuel projects - ABC Pacific

This week, world leaders are meeting in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates to attend the world's most important climate meeting, COP28.

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New Caledonia introduces sugar tax to fight obesity - ABC Pacific abc.net.au/pacific/programs/…

New Caledonia introduces sugar tax to fight obesity - ABC Pacific

In the French territory, the flexible tax is set to be slapped on soft drinks, as well as foods with high sugar content, to encourage consumers to consider healthier alternatives.

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Parliament clears path for Pacific Visa and opens the door to 3,000 annual immigrants - ABC News abc.net.au/news/2023-10-19/l…

Labor expands Pacific immigration with new visa legislation

The Pacific Engagement Visa will give to opportunity to 3,000 people from the region each year to permanently settle in Australia. 

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Pacific Islanders to get a pathway to permanent residency - ABC listen abc.net.au/listen/programs/a…

Pacific Islanders to get a pathway to permanent residency - ABC listen

When the Albanese Government came into power, in one of its key promises was a pathway to permanent residency for Pacific Islanders.  

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NZ heads to the polls - ABC Pacific abc.net.au/pacific/programs/…

NZ heads to the polls - ABC Pacific

The high cost of living, healthcare and housing are some of the top concerns for Pacific Islanders in New Zealand as the country heads to the polls. 

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The notion of Indigenous peoples having a Voice is not unique — just ask Pacific countries - ABC News abc.net.au/news/2023-10-05/i…

Indigenous bodies advise the parliament in several Pacific countries — here's how they work

Several of Australia's Pacific neighbours have encouraged the country to adopt the Voice. So, how do they ensure Indigenous voices are heard?

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How do countries represent indigenous voices in parliament? - ABC Pacific abc.net.au/pacific/programs/…

How do countries represent indigenous voices in parliament? - ABC Pacific

In mid October, Australia will hold a historic referendum that will decide whether its First people should be recognised in the constitution.

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Pacific Island nations seek climate change ruling for polluters at international Oceans Court - ABC News abc.net.au/news/2023-09-13/s…

'The science is clear and undisputed': Pacific nations bring climate change case at international...

Small island countries say they are sick of "empty promises" and want legally binding obligations clearly spelled out for major polluters at the International Tribunal on the Law of the Sea.

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