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Woman who allegedly drank bottle of wine on flight from New Caledonia to Sydney charged with assault of flight attendant

Woman who allegedly drank bottle of wine on flight from New Caledonia to Sydney charged with assault of flight attendant

A woman who allegedly drank a whole bottle of wine she had carried onto a flight to Sydney has been charged with the aggressive assault of a crew member. The 64-year-old dual Italian-Australian national allegedly became disruptive when cabin crew...

Graduates set to walk the stage at the College of New Caledonia

Graduates set to walk the stage at the College of New Caledonia

More than 700 graduates will be walking the stage in the College of New Caledonia’s convocation ceremonies. The first ceremony is scheduled for this afternoon (Thursday) in Prince George, with the second taking place Tuesday at CNC’s North Cariboo...

Life-threatening disease erupts on Australia's doorstep as urgent travel warning is issued

Life-threatening disease erupts on Australia's doorstep as urgent travel warning is issued

Deadly dengue fever outbreaks have been rising amongst Australia's Pacific neighbours, prompting a travel warning for holidaymakers. The Cook Islands declared the most recent outbreak of the disease after 19 cases of the disease, including two...

'Relentless' disease taking more and more lives on Australia's doorstep

'Relentless' disease taking more and more lives on Australia's doorstep

Dengue fever outbreaks in the western Pacific and south-east Asia have prompted travel warnings for Australians, but experts are now saying the problem is likely to only get worse. Cook Islands declared an outbreak of the potentially deadly...

‘It quickly becomes clear that things are not good. What follows is a blur of suppressed panic and a mad fumbled search of the boat…’

‘It quickly becomes clear that things are not good. What follows is a blur of suppressed panic and a mad fumbled search of the boat…’

A terrifying medical episode in a remote anchorage tests liveaboards Miranda Baker and Elliot Russo – but reveals the strength of the cruising community Friday evening, 21 February, 2025, and we are anchored inside a reef lagoon in a remote part...

From Roots to Radiowaves: Meet ABC Nesia Daily's Dynamic Duo

From Roots to Radiowaves: Meet ABC Nesia Daily's Dynamic Duo

The airwaves crackle with an infectious energy each morning, a vibrant tapestry of Pacific voices weaving stories that span continents and cultures. It’s the sound of Nesia Daily, and its two dynamic hosts, Jacob McQuire and Michael Chow, whose...

Exploring wonders of northern Meliau Range in Central Sabah

Exploring wonders of northern Meliau Range in Central Sabah

Bukit Masasau is one of the highest hills in the northern part of the Meliau Range, with an elevation of over 800 metres. Introduction THE ultramafic land in Sabah covers approximately 4.6% of the landmass, highlighting its limited yet significant...

Training a community to combat coral disease

Training a community to combat coral disease

While the coral reefs surrounding American Samoa remain relatively healthy, resource managers are preparing for the possibility of future outbreaks—especially as coral diseases have devastated reefs elsewhere, such as those in the Western...

Full list of the countries where rabies is 'high risk' after UK tourist dies

Full list of the countries where rabies is 'high risk' after UK tourist dies

A woman has tragically died in the UK after becoming infected with rabies in Morocco. She is said to have contracted the fatal viral disease while coming into contact with a stray dog during a visit to Morocco, the UK Health and Security Agency...

The 2025 Healthcare Workforce Management Report

The 2025 Healthcare Workforce Management Report

This report is provided by both HomeCare and the sponsor who may follow-up with you regarding their products and/or services. Please complete the form below to download this report. Country - Select - Afghanistan Albania Algeria American Samoa...

The health impact of nuclear tests in French Polynesia – archive, 1981

The health impact of nuclear tests in French Polynesia – archive, 1981

Pacific islanders agitate in the shadow of the bomb By Christopher Price 17 September 1981 A recent Canard cartoon shows Adam and Eve looking at an H-bomb. “Look, H for Hernu,” (the new Socialist defence minister), says Adam. “Yes and for Horror,...

'What's going on': Norfolk Island emergency number down since May

'What's going on': Norfolk Island emergency number down since May

The number has been faulty since early May. Photo: Norfolk government A Norfolk Island local says people are outraged that the emergency or 000 number is still down. The number has been faulty since early May. Norfolk Island regional council...

Ramu Nickel Mine thrives despite market fluctuations

Ramu Nickel Mine thrives despite market fluctuations

The Ramu Nickel Mine in Madang continues to operate successfully, despite recent depreciation in global nickel prices. Country Manager Tommy Tomscoll announced this during the Media Launched of the 2025 PNG Resources Golden Exhibition at the Apec...

United Nations Ocean Conference: Indigenous peoples and local communities dialogue in the framework of the Ocean Decade

United Nations Ocean Conference: Indigenous peoples and local communities dialogue in the framework of the Ocean Decade

During the United Nations Ocean Conference 2025, various traditional knowledge experts and representatives from Indigenous communities gathered for a workshop to shape key objectives for the second half of the United Nations Decade of Ocean...

Burns Lake nurses recognized for mentorship roles

Burns Lake nurses recognized for mentorship roles

Kris and Ayumi Shively, longtime nurses at Lakes District Hospital, have been recognized for their dedication to mentoring students through their shared role as clinical preceptors. Preceptors provide.guidance and mentorship to students working at...

Alleged 'wine-fuelled' rage on international flight  lands woman in court

Alleged 'wine-fuelled' rage on international flight lands woman in court

A woman will front court today over an alleged "wine-fuelled" assault that unfolded on an international flight earlier this month. The 64-year-old Australian-Italian dual citizen allegedly consumed a bottle of wine she brought on board a flight...

Flight attendant kicked during wine-fuelled incident on Sydney flight

Flight attendant kicked during wine-fuelled incident on Sydney flight

A woman has been charged with assaulting a crew member on a Sydney-bound flight after allegedly drinking a bottle of wine on the plane. The 64-year-old was flying from Noumea, New Caledonia to Sydney on June 3 when she was told she could not...

Crusader of the Month: Staff Sgt. Ian Stembridge

Crusader of the Month: Staff Sgt. Ian Stembridge

Tech. Sgt. Savannah L. Waters The 42d Air Base Wing’s Crusader of the Month award highlights outstanding members who contribute significant effort toward Team Maxwell’s mission, vision and priorities. For the month of May, U.S. Air Force Staff...

Brits Should Avoid Travelling To These Countries In 2025 – According To Foreign Office

Brits Should Avoid Travelling To These Countries In 2025 – According To Foreign Office

One of the most useful things Brits can do before taking an overseas trip is checking whether the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has deemed that country as safe to travel to. The FCDO says they help tens of thousands of British...

CNC celebrates success at convocation

CNC celebrates success at convocation

Graduates walked the CN Centre stage in front of cheering family, friends and supporters The College of New Caledonia (CNC) celebrated its graduating class on Thursday, June 5 with a crowd of several hundred supporters at the CN Centre. The total...

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