Gov't backs Air Vanuatu $8.2mn loan repayment

The Vanuatu government has signed a guarantee agreement with the Vanuatu National Provident Fund (VNPF) concerning the resumption of repayments of a VUV1 billion vatu (USD8.2 million) loan for Air Vanuatu (NF, Port Vila) from the country's social...

Vanuatu gov't backs Air Vanuatu's $8.2mn loan repayment

The Vanuatu government has signed a guarantee agreement with the Vanuatu National Provident Fund (VNPF) concerning the resumption of repayments of the VUV1 billion vatu (USD8.2 million) loan of Air Vanuatu (NF, Port Vila) from the country's social...

Inside The Women-Led Movement Transforming Vanuatu

In Vanuatu, women have long borne the weight of survival without recognition. Now, in the face of climate disaster, they’re rewriting what power looks like. By Justine Cullen. Life for a single mother on the island of Tanna, in Vanuatu, is grim in...

From Vanuatu to Australia, and then Yishun: The yellow plant giving S’pore fall colours all year

SINGAPORE – As the weather cools in the Northern Hemisphere, fall foliage is sure to draw the eye. But even in tropical Singapore, the colours of autumn can be enjoyed year round – in Gardens by the Bay and along the country’s streetscapes, from...

Father's 'sense of guilt' as childcare worker sentenced for injuring 4yo

A New South Wales childcare worker has been sentenced to an 18-month Community Corrections Order for using "excessive force" on a child, resulting in a head injury. The 24-year-old woman pleaded guilty in Bathurst local court last week, after...

27 Vanuatu workers banned after absconding from seasonal jobs

THE stage is set, and Brazil is ready to host COP30 in the coming weeks. But across the Pacific, there’s a quiet mix of anticipation and weariness — a cautious hope that this year’s conference may finally bring substance to promises long overdue....

Qantas increases flights from Brisbane to Port Vila, doubling capacity to Vanuatu

Qantas has revealed it will increase capacity on its Brisbane to Port Vila, Vanuatu service up to daily from March 2026 until 24 October 2026. The additional flying will more than double capacity between the two cities throughout the travel...

Vanuatu Parliament passes bill to protect students from online dangers

The Vanuatu Parliament has passed a significant amendment to the Harmful Digital Communications Act, strengthening controls over how students under 16 use the internet, particularly within school environments. Introduced by the Prime Minister...

Vanuatu PM Napat concerned with continued decline of country’s ocean

Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat said scientific data and information from an upcoming major expedition will help the government and the people better understand the state of the country’s ocean ecosystems. Napat said this during the launching...

Vanuatu Parliament passes Citizenship Amendment Bill to strengthen independence of programme

Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat told Parliament Friday that the amendment to the Citizenship Act aims to make the programme fully independent and free from political influence. He said many political leaders have interfered in the...

Malango Fellowship Marks Anniversary, Farewells Vanuatu Mission

The Malango Women’s Fellowship held its anniversary celebration on Sunday, October 26, at Mataruka Local Church in Central Guadalcanal. The event also marked the official farewell and closure of the Vanuatu Church of Christ Mission in the Solomon...

Vanuatu Extends condolences to Ghana on the demise of Nana Konadu Agyeman-Ra

The Government and People of the Republic of Vanuatu have expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Ghana’s former First Lady, Her Excellency Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, describing her as an iconic figure whose leadership and advocacy...

Best travel deals and exclusive holiday sales to know about this month

Travel is one of life’s greatest joys. From eating chilli crab at bustling Singapore hawkers in 45-degree heat to strolling through ancient streets and seeing magnificent beasts in their natural habitat, experiencing different cultures and...

Pristine Seas' final Vanuatu expedition finds thriving reefs

The National Geographic Pristine Seas (NGPS) team has wrapped up a month-long marine expedition across Vanuatu, marking the final field mission of the year. The Vanuatu mission, led by Paul Rose, aims to support the Vanuatu government’s National...

Each day, these football-owned poker machines rake in more than $300k

Bree Hughes does not think in terms of dollars when asked how much she lost to poker machines during a long gambling addiction. "Fifteen years of my life," she responds. "You wouldn't even know how many dollars." If you or anyone you know needs...

Vanuatu PM defends People’s vote on Constitutional reforms

Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat has strongly defended the constitutional amendments 17A and 17B, saying they represent the democratic will of the people following Vanuatu’s first-ever national referendum. Prime Minister Napat described...

Vanuatu advances digital ID as Algeria prepares eSIM rollouts

Homepage > News > Business > Vanuatu advances digital ID as Algeria prepares eSIM rollouts Vanuatu is making significant progress with its attempts to launch a national digital identity system for residents of the Pacific island nation, launching...

Vanuatu Minister of Agriculture sets 10 million kava plant target by...

Vanuatu Minister of Agriculture, Ian Wilson, has announced an ambitious national target to plant 10 million new kava plants by 2030 as part of efforts to boost production. Kava is usually planted one metre apart, so about 10,000 plants can grow on...

How accused kingpin Chen Zhi built an empire from Cambodia to London

PHNOM PENH – Three years ago, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen gifted locally crafted luxury wristwatches to other world leaders at the time, including then US President Joe Biden during a regional summit in Phnom Penh. Each Lotus Tourbillon...

Very strong mag. 6.0 earthquake - Vanuatu on Sunday, Oct 26, 2025, at 10:28 am (GMT +11) - information