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International Women's Day: Meet the Samoan woman championing women in sport in Samoa

A champion of women in sport, Gabrielle Apelu was one of the pioneers of women's rugby in Samoa and is the founder and director of Apelu Sports, Samoa's only NGO dedicated to women in sports.
A woman in white top and long skirt with pink flower in her hair stands in the middle of the room with an NFL sign on the floor

Published: Location: SamoaTopic: Sport

Meet the Fijian women bringing you the action from the Super Rugby Pacific

Behind the live footage and cameras capturing the Fiji Drua vs Chiefs Super Rugby game this afternoon are two women who work tirelessly behind the scenes to get that video to air.
Two women wearing headsets standing next to large cameras on sports field and smiling at the camera

Published: Location: FijiTopic: Super Rugby

'Always have goals': Former Miss PNG Lisa Linibi on raising strong daughters

Nearly three decades ago, Lisa Linibi was crowned Miss Papua New Guinea — now, as a single parent, she's encouraging others to help their children dream big.
Mid shot of woman in traditional costume closing eyes.
Duration: 25 minutes 5 seconds

Published: Location: Papua New GuineaTopic: Community and Society

Super Rugby Pacific CEO admits 'oversights' over Drua travel fiasco

Super Rugby Pacific CEO Jack Mesley has addressed the concerns of the Fijian Drua after travel and accommodation issues blighted their recent away game against the Hurricanes in Napier.
A group of men in uniforms sit in the back of a truck, some on their phones, others talking.

Published: Location: New ZealandTopic: Sport

Samoa's parliament remains tense as Speaker rejects motion to remove him

In Samoa, there was hope that the conclusion of a no-confidence vote, which was defeated by prime minister Fiame Naomi Mata'afa, would mean a return to more stable politics.
Masipau
Duration: 2 minutes 40 seconds

Published: Location: PacificTopic: Political Leadership

'Very exciting' as Pasifika NRL players lead from the front this season

As the Broncos and Roosters kick off the NRL's first round of games in Australia, this season will see Pasifika athletes leading from the front.
Four men smile at the camera in their NRL uniform.

Published: Location: PacificTopic: Sport

Michel Tuffery: Carving a legacy in contemporary Pacific art

Michel Tuffery has spent decades carving his legacy as one of the most recognised contemporary Pacific artists in Aotearoa New Zealand. 
A portrait of a Polynesian man with no hair, glasses, and a grey beard
Duration: 16 minutes 28 seconds

Published: Location: PacificTopic: Arts, Cultural and Entertainment Events

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Behind the live footage and cameras capturing the Fiji Drua vs Chiefs Super Rugby game this afternoon are two Fijian women who work tirelessly behind the scenes

 Meet the Fijian women bringing you the action from the Super Rugby Pacific
Two women wearing headsets standing next to large cameras on sports field and smiling at the camera

Topic: Rugby Union

Pasifika NRL players 'super proud' ahead of this season

As round one of the NRL kicks off tonight, this season will see Pasifika athletes leading from the front, and those at the helm couldn't be prouder of each other.
Four men smile at the camera in their NRL uniform.

Topic: Sport

The Pacific returns from March 13

The Pacific region is rich with culture, people and stories. Johnson Raela and Alice Lolohea bring you the stories that matter to the Pacific and the most up-to-date information from journalists with deep regional expertise.
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Human skulls taken for research in 1800s returned to PNG

Almost 150 years ago sacred objects, including human remains, were collected from villages in Papua New Guinea for scientific study.
Duration: 6 minutes 18 seconds

Topic: History

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