Pacific

Bibao Joins Pacific Break 2024 Finalists

Bibao Joins Pacific Break 2024 Finalists

Solomon Islands' Bibao is a Pacific Break 2024 finalist. His song "All Work Out" explores faith/resilience. Winner announced Oct 2, prize is WOMADelaide trip.

Rohoima Wins Pacific Break 2024

Rohoima Wins Pacific Break 2024

Solomon Islander Chris Roroiema won 2024 Pacific Break with "Nalatana Manu," a song dedicated to his late father. It was his first original song and deeply connected to them.

Tourism Solomons Celebrates Success of Bonfire Festival

Tourism Solomons Celebrates Success of Bonfire Festival

Honiara's music festival was a success, says the Solomon Islands Tourism Authority. They aim to promote local events globally, citing a rise in Melanesian visitors.

Fun Day Hosted with Burns Creek Community

Fun Day Hosted with Burns Creek Community

ADF held sports & dance event in Honiara with schools & community. Included RSIPF band, rugby team & sports equipment donation. Promoted fitness & community ties.

Briars Rugby Team Touches Down

Briars Rugby Team Touches Down

Sydney's Briars 7s team is in Solomon Islands for friendlies with the national team. It's part of ADF week, fostering women's rugby development and skills. They'll visit schools too.

‘COP29 agreements must translate into tangible benefits’

‘COP29 agreements must translate into tangible benefits’

Fiji aims for COP29 agreements to benefit its people/environment. They actively negotiated, secured key roles, and prioritize adaptation/loss & damage.