Jackson Willie, the North Ambrym Area Administrator (AA), has called for an increase in the government’s community development funding, which currently stands at VT3 million for the area councils. He said this amount is not enough to meet the growing…

The Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Forestry, and Biosecurity (MALFB), in collaboration with the World Food Programme (WFP) and the Food Security & Agriculture Cluster (FSAC/FSL) have undertaken a four-day Kobo Toolbox training aimed at improving data collection and management for…

The third phase of the Vanuatu Australia Policing and Justice Programme (VAPJP)was officially launched yesterday, marking an important step in the ongoing partnership between the two nations.

Tourists visiting Vanuatu often want to explore islands beyond Efate, but AV3 (formerly Air Vanuatu) does not offer an online system for booking domestic flights. This lack of connectivity creates delays for travellers seeking same-day connections after their international arrival.

A 16 member Australian delegation including High Commissioner Max Willis and Minister of Climate Change Ralph Regenvanu arrived in Malekula this morning to launch the first REnew Pacific Project, which aims to help over 4700 people gain access to clean…

The Vanuatu Red Cross Society (VRCS) has provided assistance to the family of a man from Tanna who was buried in a landslide triggered by the 7.3-magnitude earthquake on December 17 last year.

Whenever Transparency International Vanuatu (TIV) welcomes development progress in transparency and good governance, new developments happen to take the country one or two steps backward, such as when new recruitments by the Public Service Commission (PSC) do not seem to…

The inaugural Embraer E190 flight from Brisbane to Port Vila took place on Sunday, 30 March, marking a key development for Vanuatu’s tourism and trade sectors.

The Vanuatu Police Maritime Wing's maritime security received a 15-meter police boat called «Sweet Good Sport» today as part of the Vanuatu-Australia Defense Cooperation Programme.

In a speech during Vanuatu Parliament's 1st Extraordinary Session on Tuesday this week, Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Minister of Finance, Johnny Koanapo, called on the nation to unite in the journey towards economic transformation.

The Department of Environmental Protection and Conservation (DEPC) is taking a firm stance on ensuring that all new developments across Vanuatu comply with the Environmental Protection and Conservation Act [CAP 283] and the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Regulations.

The Supreme Court has ordered the Ministry of Finance and Economic Management (MoFEM) to continue deducting the Vanuatu Teachers Union (VTU) members’ fortnightly VT2,000 payments.

Member of Parliament (MP) for Epi Constituency, Robert Bohn, a naturalised citizen, believes in a Vanuatu where all citizens, regardless of race, background, or origin, are valued equally and have the right to serve their communities if elected by the…

The Office of the Public Service Commission (OPSC) has reported a poor turnout of Performance Appraisal (PA) submissions for 2024, with only 28% of the 2,961 permanent public servants completing the required assessment.

The Oceans Division is advancing marine conservation through its Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) initiative, which has led to the establishment of four pilot Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) across the country.

In keeping with its 100-day plan, the Vanuatu Government has invested heavily in rehabilitating and upgrading the Efate Ring Road and Santo East Coast Road.

Vanuatu’s year-on-year headline inflation rate declined by 1.9 percent in the September quarter of 2024, way lower than the 12.1 percent recorded in the same period of 2023.

The Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Forestry & Biosecurity (MALFB) has confirmed that palm oil production is not in its 2025 Business Plan and will not be included in future plans.

The Prime Minister (PM) has instructed the Citizenship Commission to identify where funds generated under the Capital Investment Immigration Plan (CIIP) are held or have been invested.

A vibrant celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD) recently took place at the Takara/Emau Area Council, bringing community members together under the powerful theme “Accelerate Action,” contextualised as “Spidimap ol wok blong jenda ikwaliti.”

The reopening of the Feiawa Seafront Park and certain areas of the town is expected to take place next week or the following week, pending approval from the National Recovery Committee (NRC).

The appointment of Mr. Joe Ligo as Acting Director General (DG) of the Ministry of Tourism, Trade, Commerce, and Ni-Vanuatu Business (MTTCNVB) is legitimate and complies with the laws of the Republic of Vanuatu.

Of the 4, 812 teachers' claims submitted to the Ministry of Education and Training (MoET), only 896 were verified as legal claims while the remaining 3, 916 are confirmed as unsubstantiated, according to the ministry.

The Vanuatu Government, through the Citizenship Commission, has suspended all new applications under the Capital Investment Immigration Plan (CIIP) until further notice.

YoKu Farm, an eco-tourism project in Rentapau, has expanded its operations as demand for sheep meat rises in Vanuatu. The farm now has 105 sheep, with more Ni-Vanuatu buying locally bred sheep after developing a taste for the meat while…

A maritime officer is fighting for his life following a near-drowning incident at the main wharf.

France and Vanuatu have a longstanding and strong relationship, resulting in solid bilateral ties. French Ambassador for the Pacific, Véronique Roger-Lacan, who made the above remarks, affirmed that France aims to further strengthen its relationship with Vanuatu to support regional…

SunRice (Ricegrowers Limited), the largest rice producer in the Southern Hemisphere, has appointed Tove Eats Ltd as its largest distributor across the six provinces of Vanuatu (excluding Port Vila and Santo, where SunRice has existing contracts with exclusive rights).

The Supreme Court has ordered the Public Service Commission (PSC) to immediately resume half salary payments to the suspended Secretary James Melteres, backdated to January.

Sixteen crew members of the RVS Sokomanu from the Police Maritime Wing have recently completed a week-long intensive training on boarding and inspection procedures.

The Director General (DG) of the Ministry of Tourism, Trades and Industry, Jimmy Rantes, and the Director of the Department of Trades, Noel Kalo, have been suspended yesterday on half salary until further notice.

The Ministry of Health (MOH) reaffirmed its commitment to resolving the Vila Central Hospital (VCH) sewage system which contributes to lagoon pollution.

The government, through the Department of Immigration and Passport Services (DoIPS), has cancelled the Vanuatu passports of three Chinese nationals for fraudulently obtaining them.

Vanuatu’s Trade Commissioner to Japan, Aisingioro Ollervides Vinness, said he is still waiting on the government to deliver his diplomatic passport.

The Australian High Commission has announced the three exceptional awardees of its 2025 International Women’s Day Awards – Lieutenant Doriel Alick, Ms. Rebecca Tobo Olul-Hossen and the Pro Rescue Team.