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2026-06-30 22:00:00

Government wins court case over abandoned Lolowai hospital vaccine storage project
The Republic of Vanuatu has secured a legal victory in the Supreme Court after being awarded more than VT5.5 million in a contract dispute involving the incomplete construction of a vaccine storage facility in PENAMA Province.
2026-06-30 21:00:00

Supreme Court orders CLMO to issue new green certificate
The Port Vila Supreme Court ruled yesterday, 30 June 2026, that the Custom Land Management Office (CLMO) must issue a new Certificate of Recorded Interest in Land (green certificate) to Erakor resident Bernard Itai Lauto, Andre Dick Lauto and Fabrice...
2026-06-30 21:00:00

Galaxy cruise into Champions League semi-final with 4-0 win
Galaxy FC booked their place in the National Champions League semi-final after a commanding 4-0 win over M3 United FC in their Group A clash at Freswota Stadium yesterday.
2026-06-30 21:00:00

Court rejects multi-million dollar damages claim in long-running Breakas Resort dispute
The Supreme Court has dismissed a damages claim brought by Stage Four Limited and Breakas Holdings Limited against 100% Pur Fun Limited (In Liquidation), ruling that no compensation was payable despite years of litigation involving Breakas Beach Resort and land...
2026-06-30 20:45:00

Court orders Tevi to transfer land or pay VT6.7 million to Bani family
The Supreme Court of Vanuatu has ordered Dickinson Tevi to transfer his interest in a leasehold property at Prima on Efate to the family of the late Samson Bani, or alternatively pay more than VT6.7 million in damages and interest...
2026-06-30 20:30:00

Young entrepreneur leads Beverly Hills road cleanup drive
A 27-year-old entrepreneur has taken the initiative to improve road safety and the appearance of Beverly Hills by funding a community cleanup of the area’s main access roads.
2026-06-30 20:30:00

Vanuatu to strengthen border defences as drug trafficking threat grows across Pacific
As illicit drug trafficking and transnational organised crime continue to spread across the Pacific, the Government of Vanuatu is stepping up efforts to protect its borders by convening its first National Summit on Border Security and Preparedness for Emerging Drug...
2026-06-30 20:30:00

Dr Vocor questions planned maternity hospital fee increase
Increasing the price of fees for pregnant mothers at the hospital contradicts the provision of basic health services to those in need, said renowned Dr Timothy Vocor in Luganville.
2026-06-30 20:30:00

Vanuatu business coach Velenie Jacob launches Bisnis Konek, business Directory
Vanuatu business coach Velenie Jacob has officially launched Bisnis Konek, a new online business directory aimed at helping customers easily find and connect with businesses across Vanuatu.
2026-06-30 20:15:00

Vanuatu to be reinstated in Australia’s 2026–27 PEV ballot with 150 places
While the Nakamal Agreement, hailed as the start of a “New Beginning” elevating Vanuatu–Australia relations, did not deliver the much sought-after visa-free travel status under “Enhanced Mobility” provisions,” the Daily Post has been reliably informed that Australia has assured the...
2026-06-29 21:00:00

Penama FC crowned champions of SEWFL Presidents' Cup
Penama FC has emerged as champions of the South Efate Women’s Football League (SEWFL) Presidents Cup after an exciting final played last weekend.
2026-06-29 21:00:00

Fans gear up for Round of 32
Football fever is sweeping across Vanuatu as fans back their favourite teams as the FIFA World Cup enters its win-or-go-home knockout stage, Round of 32.
2026-06-29 21:00:00

VUFC to keep Cardona and Diho until 2028
Vanuatu United FC (VUFC) will keep William Cardona and Raymond Diho for the next few seasons after they renewed their contracts.
2026-06-29 21:00:00

Disability Bill consultations get underway in TAFEA
People living with disabilities, caregivers and community representatives across TAFEA Province are among the first to help shape Vanuatu’s proposed Disability Bill, with national consultations opening on Tanna last week to gather input on legislation aimed at strengthening the rights...
2026-06-29 20:45:00

Gov’t opens VT779 million ADB-funded evacuation centres
The Government of Vanuatu has officially begun opening a series of newly constructed community evacuation centres funded through a grant from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), marking a milestone in the country’s efforts to strengthen disaster preparedness and community resilience.
2026-06-29 20:45:00

Napuat pushes stronger Melanesian cooperation to combat cross-border crime
The Government of Vanuatu is strengthening regional cooperation with its Melanesian neighbours as part of efforts to combat the growing threat of transnational crime, illicit drug trafficking and related security challenges.
2026-06-29 20:45:00

Vanuatu advances National Music Authority Bill
The Department of Industry (DoI), under the Ministry of Trade and Commerce (MoTC), is advancing efforts to formalise and strengthen the country’s music sector through the implementation of the Vanuatu National Music Policy 2022–2026 and the development of the proposed...
2026-06-29 20:45:00

Opposition, chiefs question Nakamal Agreement; Gov’t responds
The Opposition bloc and the Malvatumauri Council of Chiefs of Vanuatu say they were not consulted on the content of the Nakamal Agreement signed yesterday by Vanuatu Prime Minister (PM) Jotham Napat and his Australian counterpart, Anthony Albanese.
2026-06-29 20:45:00

From remote classrooms to the national stage
When Ozana Rose Jackson, a Year 13 student from Onesua Presbyterian College, stepped onto the Digital Week 2026 debate stage in Port Vila, she carried more than just her team’s arguments. She carried the hopes of her school, her community...
2026-06-29 20:45:00

Beleru landowners welcome Chinese mineral exploration
Landowners in Beleru, Santo, have welcomed the mineral exploration project on their customary land, saying improved road access and transport links could ease decades of hardship in moving produce to market in Luganville.
2026-06-26 21:00:00

Partnership delivers better water access for Merelava
Women and girls on Merelava will no longer have to walk daily to the coast to collect water now that a new rainwater harvesting system valued at more than VT26 million has been commissioned.
2026-06-26 21:00:00

Santo communities take ownership of water systems after nine-year project
Communities in Nokuku in North West Santo and Elia and Linduri on the West Coast have officially taken ownership of long-awaited water systems after nearly a decade of development work, with Government and development partners commissioning infrastructure in Nokuku, Elia...
2026-06-26 20:45:00

Vanuatu Maritime College ordered to pay VT4.5M unpaid VNPF contributions
The Supreme Court has ordered Vanuatu Maritime College Limited (VMCL) to pay VT4,569,920 in unpaid Vanuatu National Provident Fund (VNPF) contributions owed for its former Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Richard Coleman, ruling that the institution failed in its legal obligations...
2026-06-26 20:45:00

Is Australia a True Friend to Vanuatu?
Australia is well known for its soft power presence in the Pacific: scholarships, donations, and humanitarian response when Vanuatu is hit by natural disasters. All in all, Canberra is a good friend to Port Vila, but that friendship was tested...
2026-06-26 20:30:00

SHEFA marks 32 years with push for innovation, community empowerment and sustainable growth
SHEFA Province has celebrated its 32nd anniversary since its establishment, with provincial leaders calling for greater innovation, stronger communities and sustainable development as Vanuatu moves towards its 50th Independence Anniversary in 2030.
2026-06-26 20:30:00

Eye Clinic expands outreach services to island communities
The National Eye Clinic in Port Vila is expanding its outreach services across Vanuatu, supported by a range of development partners including the Fred Hollows Foundation and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), to deliver specialist eye...
2026-06-26 20:30:00

East Gaua communities benefit from joint VEO and CRIM registration outreach
The Vanuatu Electoral Office (VEO) and Civil Registration and Identity Management (CRIM) team in TORBA Province have launched a joint door-to-door registration outreach programme targeting communities across East Gaua to improve access to essential government services.
2026-06-26 20:30:00

Holiday Inn recognises staff and invests in future talent
Holiday Inn Resort Vanuatu marked Celebrate Service this month by recognising the dedication and commitment of its employees while also welcoming a new group of aspiring hospitality professionals through the G4G–Redi Blong Tumoro internship programme.
2026-06-26 20:30:00

500 Central Pentecost students sent home after water cut dispute
Around 500 students at Bwatnapni School in Central Pentecost have been sent home by the school’s principal, Jim Bazil Tabi, after a dispute over a community water supply system left the school without water, raising concerns about student health and...
2026-06-26 20:30:00

Vanuatu, Australia to sign Nakamal Agreement next week
Visa-free travel to Australia and getting Vanuatu back on Australia’s Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV) ballot are among the aspirations people in Vanuatu hope to see realised as Prime Minister (PM) Jotham Napat is expected to lead a delegation to Canberra...
2026-06-25 21:00:00

Large crowd gather to watch Brazil beat Scotland 3-0
A large crowd of local Brazil supporters have agthered at Independence Park in Port Vila yesterday to watch the team’s convincing 3-0 victory over Scotland in their final Group C match.
2026-06-25 21:00:00

Federal Pacific Insurance sponsors Independence Basketball Tournament
A new Independence basketball competition has been confirmed for the Wan Smol Bag (WSB) Shefa Basketball League following a sponsorship handover ceremony yesterday.
2026-06-25 21:00:00

Koloc returns as Buggyra heads to Italy
Buggyra ZM Racing returns to FIA World Baja Cup competition this weekend at the Italian Baja, with Aliyyah Koloc rejoining team-mate Adam Lacko for one of the most competitive events on the 2026 rally raid calendar.
2026-06-25 21:00:00

No evidence, no appearance, no case: Supreme Court strikes out claim
The Supreme Court has struck out a Judicial Review (JR) application filed by Gideon John Luie against the Government of Vanuatu after finding that the claimant repeatedly failed to comply with court rules and directions.
2026-06-25 20:45:00

Penicillin shortage in TORBA, stock ready for shipment from Santo
Twelve cartons of penicillin arrived in Luganville, Santo on Tuesday this week, ready to be sent to TORBA Province following the current shortage faced by its population.
2026-06-25 20:45:00

Digicel Vanuatu Celebrates 18 Years of Connecting Communities
Digicel Vanuatu is celebrating 18 years of operations in the country, marking a significant milestone in its journey of expanding telecommunications services and digital connectivity across the nation.
2026-06-25 20:45:00

A timeline of how the fuel crisis impacted the Pacific
During the fuel crisis, Pacific Island countries have scrambled to secure their own fuel supply, forcing them to lean on their wealthy neighbours and multilateral donors.
2026-06-25 20:30:00

Over 1,000 to attend inaugural national agriculture expo on Maewo
Vanuatu’s agriculture sector is set to take a major step towards commercialisation with the inaugural Vanuatu National Agriculture Expo, scheduled to take place on Maewo Island from 3 to 7 August 2026, following endorsement by the Council of Ministers (COM).
2026-06-25 20:30:00

Encouraging update for St Jeanne d’Arc School classroom project
St Jeanne d’Arc School has received encouraging updates on a long-awaited infrastructure project, with plans to renovate eight classrooms and construct six new classrooms now awaiting final approval from the Council of Ministers (COM).
2026-06-25 20:00:00

Chinese company granted mineral exploration licence at Beleru
A Chinese company based in Laos, Metal X, has been granted a licence to carry out mineral exploration at Beleru on Santo.
2026-06-24 21:00:00

New Health Minister pushes for increased health budget to strengthen services
The new Minister of Health, Robert Bohn, visited the Vanuatu National Hospital (VNH) yesterday to assess services and meet medical staff.
2026-06-24 21:00:00

Supreme Court rejects PSC members’ constitutional challenge to proposed reforms
The Supreme Court has dismissed a constitutional application brought by five members of the Public Service Commission (PSC), ruling that their challenge to proposed changes affecting the commission was premature because the measures had not yet become law.
2026-06-24 20:45:00

Ombudsman questions Principal Electoral Officer appointment
The Office of the Ombudsman has released a public report questioning the appointment of Guilain Malessas as Principal Electoral Officer (PEO) and finding that former PEO Joe Johnson Iati was subjected to unfair treatment by the Public Service Commission (PSC).
2026-06-24 20:45:00

New Zealand funds new water quality lab
The New Zealand Government, through its Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT), has provided over VT11 million for the construction of a new water quality laboratory on Santo.
2026-06-24 20:45:00

Man jailed for repeated indecent conduct involving two children
The Supreme Court of Vanuatu has sentenced John Binihi, 28, to two years and 11 months’ imprisonment after he pleaded guilty to six charges of indecency with a young person involving two girls aged between nine and 11 years.
2026-06-24 20:30:00

Tongoa goat farmer records four-kid birth
A goat farmer from Tongoa Island in the Shepherds Group, SHEFA Province, John Marc Willie, was pleased to report what is believed to be the first known case in Vanuatu of a female goat giving birth to four kids.
2026-06-24 20:30:00

Women seek support to complete community centre, expand livelihoods
Women in the Vatueulu Area Council in South Ambae are calling for assistance to complete a community building they hope will serve as a centre for handicrafts, training, social activities, and income-generating opportunities.
2026-06-24 20:30:00

‘Pass Child Protection Bill without further delay’
Efate chiefs, church leaders and community representatives have called for the Child Protection Bill to be passed without further delay, following a briefing by the Ministry of Justice, Youth and Community Services (MoJYCS) on 5 June 2026 on the status...
2026-06-24 20:30:00

Youth writing entries close June 30 as final days tick down
The countdown is on, with less than one week remaining before submissions close for the 2026 national writing season, as announced by the Vanuatu Writing Collective. Entries have been received from across the country, but organisers say submissions for the...
2026-06-24 20:30:00

School struggles with more than VT10M outstanding bill
Saint Jeanne d’Arc School is struggling to maintain operations while paying off more than VT10 million in unpaid bills and land lease payments.
2026-06-23 21:00:00

Supreme Court convicts pastor of child sexual offence
The Supreme Court has convicted a pastor of one count of unlawful sexual intercourse involving a child under the age of 13, following a two-day trial held in May.
2026-06-23 21:00:00

Vanuatu, Solomon Islands advance policing, security and border management MoU
The Minister of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Vanuatu, Andrew Solomon Napuat, yesterday met with his Solomon Islands counterpart, Minister of Police, National Security and Correctional Services, John Junior Tuhaika, to advance discussions on a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)...
2026-06-23 20:45:00

Santo mother raises alarm over reported maternity fee increases
A mother who attended Northern Provincial Hospital (NPH) in Santo this week has raised concerns over reported changes to maternity service fees, claiming pregnant women will face significant increases from July 1.
2026-06-23 20:45:00

Political parties gear up for race as current Port Vila Council term draws to a close
Political parties are beginning internal consultations and candidate selection processes ahead of the 2026 Port Vila City Council (PVCC) elections, with the current council’s term due to expire on 30 June.
2026-06-23 20:30:00

New Italian ambassador reinforces Italy–Vanuatu relations
The newly accredited Italian Ambassador to Vanuatu, Nicola Lener, formally presented his Letters of Credence to the President of the Republic of Vanuatu, Moli Nikenike Vurobaravu, during a ceremony at State House yesterday, marking a new chapter in relations between...
2026-06-23 20:30:00

Donors drive water development, not gov’t: Nasak
If the government wants the Department of Water Resources (DoWR) to deliver water development initiatives aligned with goals and priorities in the National Sustainable Development Plan (NSDP), it must provide funding.
2026-06-23 20:30:00

Integrated farm-to-export system now operational at Santo National Packhouse
The official commissioning of the Santo National Packhouse marks more than the opening of a new facility, with the Government describing it as the completion of Vanuatu’s first fully integrated farm-to-export system designed to connect local producers directly with international...
2026-06-23 20:30:00

National University, Agriculture College collaborate to expand agricultural training pathways
A new push to strengthen agricultural education in Vanuatu is underway, with the Vanuatu Agriculture College (VAC) and the National University of Vanuatu (NUV) working to develop structured certificate, diploma and degree programmes aimed at building a more skilled workforce...
2026-06-23 20:30:00

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2026-06-23 20:30:00

Kava shortage drives high prices and theft
A kava bar owner in the Simbolo area of Port Vila lodged a complaint with police yesterday after a recent daylight theft, amid rising concern over increasing kava prices and shortages in the capital.
2026-06-22 21:00:00

20-year-old jailed 13 years for killing partner
A 20-year-old man has been sentenced to 13 years and nine months imprisonment for the premeditated murder of his de facto partner earlier this year.
2026-06-22 21:00:00

Strictly limit chicken imports to grow local production: Moses
If the government is serious about growing local poultry, it must strictly limit chicken wings and egg imports, said the Deputy Director of Operations at the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Forestry and Biosecurity (MALFB).
2026-06-22 20:45:00

Vanuatu to bring in biological control for ‘big leaf rope’
Vanuatu will bring in a biological control to manage the spread ofMerremia peltata, widely known as “big leaf rope”, an aggressive vine that is invading farmlands, forests and vegetation.
2026-06-22 20:45:00

Quality tourism, not visitor numbers, should drive Vanuatu's future – Semone
As Vanuatu seeks to rebuild and strengthen its tourism industry following recent challenges, including natural disasters and global economic uncertainty, the country has been encouraged to focus on quality tourism, community benefits and sustainable growth rather than simply increasing visitor...
2026-06-22 20:30:00

Filipinos mark 128 years of independence
Filipinos in Port Vila gathered to honour the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought for their country’s freedom in a celebration of pride and unity at Warwick Le Lagon Resort last Saturday evening.
2026-06-22 20:30:00

Tourism Dep't audits dive industry to strengthen safety framework
The Department of Tourism (DoT) will be commencing a comprehensive audit of Vanuatu’s dive industry as part of its ongoing commitment to strengthening dive safety standards and safeguarding the country’s reputation as a premier diving destination.
2026-06-22 20:30:00

Port Vila students learn data storytelling through Pacific Dataviz Challenge
Secondary school students across Port Vila will learn how to turn data into compelling stories during a series of Pacific Dataviz Challenge workshops from 19 to 24 June, equipping them with practical skills in data literacy, visual storytelling and digital...
2026-06-22 20:30:00

Ulei Secondary School showcases innovative reading initiative
Ulei Secondary School has showcased an innovative and impactful reading initiative during the recently concluded SHEFA Principals Conference in Port Vila.
2026-06-22 20:15:00

Japan fans celebrate win over Tunisia
Japan fans in Port Vila celebrated the team’s 4–0 win over Tunisia in the FIFA World Cup last Sunday.
2026-06-22 20:00:00

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