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New Efate Bus Fares Take Effect Today
New bus fares for Efate take effect today, with passengers paying fares based on five-kilometre zones establis…
State House refers social media threats against President to police
The State House says it is working with the Vanuatu Police Force (VPF), including the Criminal Investigation D…
Lopez Adams says council position will not Define his work as UMP-RDP coalition takes shape
Port Vila councillor-elect Lopez Adams, who secured the highest individual vote in the 2026 Port Vila Municipa…
Drones to strengthen medical supply delivery and disaster response in Vanuatu
Vanuatu is looking to drone technology to overcome some of the major challenges of delivering medical supplies…
Municipal Election sends warning signs to major political parties ahead of 2029
The results of the 2026 Port Vila Municipal Council election have delivered a strong political message, with s…
From VT20 a shell to 24/7 kava: Manaseh Aru on 11 years in Vanuatu’s kava business
In this recent episode of Kava Mo Kajap (KmK), host Mavuku Tokona (MT) sits down with Manaseh Aru (MA), owner …
Regenvanu represents Vanuatu at 55th Pacific Islands Forum
Minister for Climate Change Ralph Regenvanu is representing Vanuatu at the 55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’…
New geotechnical study maps Port Vila CBD earthquake hazards, guides development
A new geotechnical assessment has provided a clearer understanding of how ground conditions vary across Port V…
PVIS students put teamwork and resilience to the test
Students at Port Vila International School (PVIS) are taking part in a two-day annual sports competition aimed…
VSAPA supports young footballers at Teouma Academy
PSC Secretary terminated
The Public Service Commission (PSC) has recently terminated its Secretary, James Melteres, following findings …
VBTC defends management record, calls for evidence over social media allegations
Management of the Vanuatu Broadcasting and Television Corporation (VBTC) has called for facts and credible evi…
PVIS and Vanuatu Cricket launch High-Performance Program
Port Vila International School (PVIS) and Vanuatu Cricket have joined forces to give students a new pathway in…
The Fisherman Who Built a 24/7 Kava Business
When Manaseh Aru first came to Port Vila in 2015, he was not looking for a business opportunity. He was lookin…
Vanuatu Daily Post Issue 7611
View the Vanuatu Daily Post for Saturday, August 29, 2026
Aoba Volcano Volcanic Ash Advisory: VA NO LONGER IDENTIFIABLE IN SATELLITE IMAGERY
The Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) Wellington issued the following bulletin. Original VAAC bulletin: FVPS…
Indonesian scholarships for Vanuatu students increase to 22
Pentecost woman buys ship to serve Vanuatu
A ni-Vanuatu woman from Pentecost is bringing a new vessel to Vanuatu next week, with plans to begin operation…
Watery Diarrhoea Outbreak on Tanna
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has declared a watery diarrhoea outbreak on Tanna following an increase in cases …
Mavuku Tokona with Manase Aru | 26.08.26
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Vanuatu Special Envoy calls for Pacific access to West Papua
The Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) should revisit a proposal for an independent regional delegation to visit West…
Municipal election candidates must live and vote in the ward they contest
The Supreme Court has clarified an important requirement for anyone wishing to contest a Municipal Council ele…
15-year-old Florina makes national para debut
Labour Dep't weighs review of long-term PALM participation over impact on children
Vanuatu’s Labour Department is weighing a review of long-term participation in Australia’s Pacific Australia L…
Mineral exploration company improves road access for communities
Farmers of Nambahuk village in rural Santo can now transport their produce to markets in Luganville easily thr…
ICAO training strengthens airport security
Effective airport security depends not only on screening passengers and baggage, but also on how well those sy…
A Voice of Purpose, Vision and Quiet Power
Titan FX supports VTO Japan Expo push
A 22-inch LCD monitor donated by Titan FX will support the Vanuatu Tourism Office’s (VTO) efforts to promote t…
Fiji businesses eye expansion opportunities in Vanuatu
Fiji-linked businesses already operating in Vanuatu are looking at opportunities to expand and reinvest, as th…
Where the palms bend, communities endure – resilience in the Pacific
Pacific people have long known how to look after their own. Across the region, extended families, churches and…
Vanuatu still lacks updated data on disengaged workers in Australia
Vanuatu’s Department of Labour (DOL) says it still does not have updated figures on the number of Vanuatu work…
Loanne Russet returns for International Rally
Vanuatu international swimmer, Loanne Russet, has returned home for a week to take part in motorsport, joining…
International Rally kicks off in Port Vila
Futsal Refereeing development reaches new milestone in Oceania
Futsal refereeing in Oceania took another step forward as match officials from across the region and Australia…
The Kings Men Prom promotes Vanuatu music and tourism
Aoba Volcanic Ash Advisory: ash plume to 21,000 ft (6,400 m) as of Aug 27, 21:31 UTC
Explosive activity continues. The Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) Wellington warned of a volcanic ash plum…
Independent candidate leads Northern Ward in unofficial results
Independent candidate Lopez Adams is leading the number of votes in the Northern Ward of the Port Vila City Co…
Voters urged to take responsibility and verify their cards before election
It is very sad to see that many voters have failed to verify their ID cards and confirm their names on the ele…
They came to Australia to build a better life. The cost was more than they imagined
More than 30,000 men and women with PALM visas are working in Australia at any one time, mostly in farms and a…
Vanuatu Daily Post Issue 7609
View the Vanuatu Daily Post for Thursday, August 27, 2026