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Kanaky independence push works to gain ground mobilising Indigenous voters for key New Caledonia election
The political party largely representing the Kanaky independence movement has be...
Andrew Mathieson 22 Jun 2026
France pushes for renewed New Caledonian election against howls of political protest
New Caledonia's deferred provincial elections may come with new conditions which...
Andrew Mathieson 15 May 2026
Calls for Paris to deliver democratic process for New Caledonian independence
There are strong calls for cultural solidarity echoing across New Caledonia over...
Andrew Mathieson 1 May 2026
First Nations families speak out on harm caused after their children were thrown out of Inverell Aquatic Centre
First Nations families have spoken out publicly about the harm caused after thei...
Giovanni Torre 21 Mar 2026
Vanuatu's connection to Melanesian neighbours a vital boost to economy
Trade is set to be strengthened between Melanesian neighbours following the intr...
Andrew Mathieson 20 Mar 2026
French senate votes in favour of New Caledonia independence despite Kanaky opposition

The French senate endorsed a constitutional amendment in Paris on Wednesday regarding the future independence of New Caledonia. An alliance between far-right conservative and centre-right political pa...

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Feb 27, 2026
Funding program supports First Nations arts, cultural projects across New South Wales

First Nations-led arts and cultural projects which deliver long-lasting outcomes for artists and communities across New South Wales are being supported by the latest round of the state's Creative Nati...

Callan Morse Callan Morse Feb 26, 2026
First Nations activists announce constitutional challenge to Minns’ anti-protest laws

First Nations activists have announced a constitutional challenge to New South Wales Premier Chris Minns' anti-protest laws, supported by a broad coalition of community justice groups opposing the res...

Alexandra Giorgianni Alexandra Giorgianni Feb 23, 2026
Fijian Government drives rural growth through Agri-Innovate competition

The Government of Fiji has launched the Fiji Agri-Innovate Competition, positioning agricultural innovation as a key driver of growth for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and the wider rura...

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Rebekah Rasmussen Feb 20, 2026
United Nations renews campaign to end global colonialism

The United Nations Secretary-General has warned the enduring legacy of colonialism — marked by entrenched economic exploitation, racism, inequality and exclusion from decision-making — con...

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Feb 20, 2026
Charlie Perkins' freedom rides should be inspiring us today

Australia desperately needs a new generation of fierce justice warriors and truth tellers to speak truth to power, to liberate themselves and others, and to light up our world.

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Mervyn Davis Jan 30, 2026
Gumbaynggirr dance troupe heading to Aotearoa for Waitangi commemorations

Students from a Gumbaynggirr-led school on the New South Wales north coast will begin their school year in Aotearoa, returning to classrooms through Māori immersion education and Treaty of Waitan...

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Jan 23, 2026
Pro-independence Kanaky party absent at signing of New Caledonia agreement

The central voice behind New Caledonia's Indigenous Kanaky pro-independence movement, which continues to call for full, sovereign independence from France, was denied an eleventh-hour request to atten...

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Jan 21, 2026
Kanak national liberation front calls for unity, voter registration drive on path to independence

New Caledonia independence alliance, the Kanak and Socialist National Liberation Front, has announced the resolutions adopted at its recent Extraordinary Congress, held in Nimbayes.

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Dec 18, 2025
Watchdog warns of detrimental China influence on Pacific human rights institutions

A global watchdog has issued a warning over the growing influence of China in the Pacific which could be impacting civic freedoms on the island nations, according to its own report.

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Dec 5, 2025
Melanesian mission report exposes injustice towards Kanaky people in New Caledonia

A new report has exposed continuing injustices for Kanaky people living under French administrators in New Caledonia, which is undermining the Indigenous population's right to self-determination and m...

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Nov 10, 2025
French senate postpones New Caledonia's quest towards independence

The French parliament has rushed through an immediate timeline for the independence of New Caledonia. Paris' senate pushed through controversial legislation to postpone the date of upcoming New Caledo...

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Oct 31, 2025
Native American group loses religious freedom appeal at US Supreme Court

A Native American group working to stop the destruction of a centuries-old religious ritual site in Arizona lost a last-ditch appeal to the US Supreme Court this week to halt the transfer and destruct...

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Oct 10, 2025
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