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Tatau is an ancient artform — meet the women keeping its traditional practice alive with the 'au
While women historically play a significant role in the story of tattooing in the Pacific, as a female Tufuga, Tyla Vaeau is a rarity in the male-dominated art form.
Published: Location: SamoaTopic: History
'People look at you like a baby killer': The price of taboos
Around the world, heated debates about abortion are taking place. But in the Pacific, the topic is so taboo, only a handful of people are willing to talk about it. You’re about to hear from some of them.
Published: Location: VanuatuTopic: Law, Crime and Justice
What you need to know about Vanuatu's upcoming referendum
The upcoming national referendum in Vanuatu will be the first of its kind, aiming to change the constitution to bring greater political stability. Here's what you need to know.
Published: Location: VanuatuTopic: Government and Politics
Australia to plough $492 million into the Asian Development Bank to better fund major projects in Pacific
Australia is set to plough $492 million into the Asian Development Bank as it continues to heap pressure on the organisation to overhaul the way it funds major projects in the region.
Published: Location: AustraliaTopic: Banking
Tongan fans expected to turn out in force as Moana Pasifika bring Super Rugby to Nuku'alofa
There will be plenty of emotion when Moana Pasifika takes to the field at Teufaiva Stadium for the very first time, but it's points that are important as the side presses for a finals place.
Published: Location: TongaTopic: Super Rugby
Solomon Islands has a new PM — and some say he will 'lower the temperature'
Former foreign minister and diplomat Jeremiah Manele has been elected as the new prime minister of Solomon Islands — and he's expected to maintain close ties with China.
Published: Location: Solomon IslandsTopic: World Politics
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