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Southern Hemisphere’s Largest Mountain Bike Marathon Returns, With Special Tribute To Passionate Rider And Mentor
Press Release – Nduro Events Now in its 19th year, the Whaka 100 has earned its reputation as the Southern Hemispheres most challenging and rewarding mountain biking event, but this weekend, some will be riding for more than just a title. This...

How to decide which South Pacific island is best for your next trip
The South Pacific confounds even the savviest map buffs with its splatter of dots spread across the world's biggest ocean. What you can't tell from a map, or even most tourist brochures is that these palm-laden pinpricks are as diverse as the...

We live in a sailboat and travel the world full-time... but our lifestyle isn't as glamorous as you'd think
A couple who sold their home to live on a sailboat and travel the world full time has opened up about the harsh realities of their lifestyle - from enduring life-threatening storms to getting stranded in the middle of the ocean while thousands of...

This Yacht Charter Lets You Hunt for Sunken Treasure—and Keep What You Find
It’s a story that could equal any Indiana Jones script. Except that it’s true. In 1699, the French frigate Maurepas sinks off the coast of an uninhabited part of Panama, taking with it a load full of gold, silver and jewels gifted from Charles II...

How France’s political dramas threaten more instability in violence-wracked New Caledonia
The unprecedented political crisis in France is increasingly being felt thousands of kilometres away in the South Pacific. On October 16, French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu survived two no-confidence motions – one by just 18 votes. He is...

World Statistics Day in the Pacific: Driving change with quality statistics and data for everyone
The Pacific is leading the global community in marking the fourth-ever World Statistics Day this 20 October, celebrating the critical role of quality statistics and data in driving change for everyone. Established by the United Nations and...
How medical mission as a student sparked this SNEC doctor’s vision for enhancing eye care in the region
SINGAPORE - At the age of 23, medical student Anna Tan travelled to eye centres in the rural south of the Philippines to service the ophthalmic microscopes used by surgeons during intricate eye procedures. Along the way, the University of...
ABC Radio Australia photo competition is back!
We're looking for photos that showcase the beauty, diverse cultures, and stunning landscapes of the Pacific Islands. Submit your best photo from wherever you are in the Pacific and each week, our judges panel will be choosing our favourite. Weekly...

Visa-free countries for UAE passport holders increased in 2025 – Updated list
DUBAI – The United Arab Emirates (UAE) passport has jumped three places to secure 8th spot in latest Henley Passport Index 2025. In previous year, the Emirati passport stood at 11th place with visa free access to 183 countries. However, the list...

How expedition cruise operators and suppliers are cruising for knowledge
Cruising these days is about far more than seeing breathtaking views and experiencing luxurious comforts. Today, an increasing number of expedition cruise lines are inviting guests to step into the role of explorer, student and citizen scientist....

Travel insights from expedition leader Paul Rose
Paul Rose preparing for an Arctic Dive. Image: Pete West Expedition leader Paul Rose shares how science, logistics and adventure come together on some of the world’s most ambitious explorations Paul Rose’s travel insights • Plan your travels like...

Top 30 Island Escapes for Winter Travel 2025: Crete Ranks 8th, Travel and Tour World Reveals
NEW YORK (PRNewswire) – Travel and Tour World (TTW), one of the world’s leading B2B travel media platforms unveils the “Top 30 Island Escapes for Winter Travel 2025.” This feature highlights thirty standout islands captivating travelers this...

Coral Recoveries and Growth Show The Hill Is Misleading About Global Warming Killing Reefs
A recent article in The Hill, “Climate change is not a ‘con job’,” claims that catastrophic, human-caused climate change is killing reefs via ocean heatwaves. This claim is false. In reality, corals have existed for millions of years, through...

Ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, and more from around the world
U.S. President Donald Trump talks with Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the Knesset, Israel’s parliament, on October 13, 2025 in Jerusalem. President Trump is visiting the country hours after Hamas released the remaining Israeli...
Top 30 Island Escapes for Winter Travel 2025, Revealed by Travel and Tour World
NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2025 -- Travel and Tour World (TTW), one of the world's leading B2B travel media platforms unveils the "Top 30 Island Escapes for Winter Travel 2025."This feature highlights thirty standout islands captivating travelers this...

Who is Myles Jonathan Brando? Quick facts about Marlon Brando's son with Maria Cristina Ruiz
Myles Jonathan Brando is one of Marlon Brando's 11 children. He was born from the late actor's long-term relationship with his housekeeper, Maria Cristina Ruiz. In February 1991, Jonathan's half-brother, Christian Brando, told the Los Angeles...

Move to keep pet trade on short leash praised by health and welfare experts
Tighter controls on the movement of animals and the global pet trade have been agreed on at the IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi. Environmentalists and scientists praised the vote on Motion 108, which calls for global guidelines on...

Isaac Heeney: Sydney Swans superstar pops the question to girlfriend Steffanie Waters in French Polynesia
Sydney Swans gun and AFL superstar Isaac Heeney announced his bombshell engagement to partner Steffanie Waters The 29-year-old has fallen short of finals success in recent years after Sydney’s grand final loss in 2024 and missing the eight...

125 Years After Its Creation, The MICHELIN Guide Sets a New Global Standard for Hotel Excellence with the MICHELIN Key Distinction
The MICHELIN Guide is pleased to present its inaugural Global MICHELIN Keys Selection. Following the launch of MICHELIN Key distinctions in 15 top travel destinations1 last year, The MICHELIN Guide Inspectors have scoured the world and chosen...

A guide to Tahiti and French Polynesia
With its gorgeous tropical islands, cerulean lagoons and a vibrant, community-oriented culture, French Polynesia is the kind of travel destination daydreams are made of. It’s located in the South Pacific Ocean, about halfway between Australia and...