The New Zealand High Commission in Vanuatu has confirmed that their primary area of support following the devastating earthquake has been a 40-person Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) team from Fire and Emergency NZ, other than relief supplies.

Tana Russet Owner, Pierre-Henri Brunet shares there is a need for construction companies in Vanuatu to work professionally and meet building codes to ensure they have surpassed acceptable standards of structural sufficiency.

In the face of danger, ProRescue workers, ProMedical, health workers, Vanuatu Police Force, and Mobile officers risked their lives to save others following the 7.3 magnitude earthquake and tsunami threat in Port Vila on December 17, 2024. While many fled,…

As of 4:30pm on December 25, the Vanuatu Electoral Office (VEO) has received over 200 candidate applications from political parties, custom movements, and individuals wanting to contest the Snap Election independently.

The Vanuatu Honorary Consulate of the United Kingdom, together with the Dubai office and Vanuatu-based government appointed representative Milroy Cainton and a James Harris have organized a GoFundMe page with a target of €20,000 with equates to over VT2M. Attempts…

With the festive season now underway, ANZ Vanuatu is reminding customers in the Pacific to be vigilant against scammers who take advantage of this busy time of year.

Port Vila, the capital of Vanuatu, is known for its lively streets and festive atmosphere during the holiday season.

Australia’s initial humanitarian assistance to support recovery efforts following last week’s devastating Port Vila earthquake has been proactive.

The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) has managed to distribute water supplies, hygiene kits, dignity and menstrual kits (for women) to 180+ displacement shelters.

The Port Vila City Council will now start using the new burial site at Eratap to accommodate those who have died during the earthquake, as there is not enough space at the current site.

Caretaker Prime Minister (PM) Charlot Salwai has called on the public to refrain from disseminating false information regarding the recent devastating earthquake and its aftermath. He emphasised that spreading unverified claims, particularly about the number of casualties, could create unnecessary…

Port Vila Mayor Jenny Tasale Regenvanu has shared her condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones to the earthquake.

The date for the snap election and the Port Vila Northern Ward Constituency By-Election has been moved to January 16.

The Luk Tung Kuen (LTK) group concluded their 2024 generosity campaign by visiting the Children’s Ward and Medical Ward on Saturday December 14, bringing early Christmas joy and gifts to the patients.

The Vanuatu Association of Non-Governmental Organisations (VANGO) conducted a 2-day Grant Writing and Monitoring & Evaluation workshop on the 3rd and 4th of December in Port Vila.

The Vanuatu Law Reform Commission (VLRC) has officially named its conference room in honour of its late Chairman, Frederick John Gilu, recognising his contributions to the Commission and the nation.

The recent clashes between youths from various suburbs in the urban and peripheral areas of Port Vila have raised grave concerns among residents in the capital.

The former Opposition, led by Gracia Shadrack, filed an appeal to the Supreme Court at 2PM yesterday over the court's verdict on the President's decision to dissolve Parliament last Friday.

A policy has been launched yesterday to help further professionalise policing in Vanuatu, and reduce inappropriate use of force.

The first hearing of the Judicial Review (JR) over the appointment of the Acting Ombudsman by the President was adjourned yesterday to March 2025.

Chief Justice (CJ) Vincent Lunabek dismissed the constitutional case filed by the applicants (Former Opposition group) yesterday, ruling that there was insufficient evidence to prove that the President had signed the dissolution order with a conflict of interest.

Caretaker Prime Minister (PM) Charlot Salwai extended his condolences to the Paramount Chief of Ifira, Teriki Pa'au Nimanu Mantoi Kalsakau III, following the passing of Ephraim Kalsakau, a former Member of Parliament for Port Vila, yesterday.

The Vanuatu Police Force (VPF) launched its annual Operation Noel yesterday, aimed at maintaining public safety, preventing crime, and ensuring a peaceful festive season.

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vanuatu (CAAV) is urging the public to prioritise safety during the upcoming Christmas and New Year celebrations, with specific advice for those planning fireworks displays, using laser lights, or operating drones.

The 2025 academic year starts on February 3rd, according to the school calendar released by the Ministry of Education and Training (MoET).

Vanuatu has taken a huge step towards joining the post-carbon economy with a new partnership.

As of yesterday, the Teaching Service Commission (TSC) has yet to comply with the Supreme Court's temporary order to continue paying the salaries and other entitlements of the suspended teachers in civil case number 2752 of 2024.

The Vanuatu Tourism Office (VTO) is celebrating a major milestone in the country's tourism recovery as Jetstar Airlines officially launched its service connecting Sydney to Port Vila.

Forty-three participants, known as «Incubees,» have successfully completed the third cohort of the Yumi Growem Vanuatu Programme, which supports seasonal workers transitioning into entrepreneurship or expanding existing businesses.

After over 20 years of court disputes, the Efate Island Court has finally declared Chief Denny Zacharie Nmak as the rightful Paramount Chief of Erakor.

Elisa Morgera, the United Nations (UN) Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights in the context of climate change, has emphasised the importance of ensuring that Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, Intersex, Asexual, and other…

The Ministry of Internal Affairs (MOIA) is on track to surpass its 2024 annual revenue targets, marking a remarkable achievement that reflects consistent progress over the past six years.

The Vanuatu Police Force’s (VPF) Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has stressed the need for forensic pathologists in the country to perform autopsies, as bringing in foreign pathologists is more expensive and has led to many delays.

Last Saturday the Luk Tung Kuen (LTK) Exercise Group hosted an annual Christmas party with the Vanuatu Society for People with Disability (VSPD) where they provide Christmas presents for more than 100 children and 100 adults.

The Vanuatu Institute of Technology (VIT) has announced that its council has approved the acquisition of «We Create,» a fashion-focused institution, to establish the ‘VIT We Create School of Fashion.’