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Aliyyah Koloc Mentors Brother as Buggyra Academy Partners with CMKarting
6+ day, 5+ hour ago (325+ words) Six-year-old Sebastien Koloc is training under the guidance of his sister, 21-year-old Aliyyah Koloc, as Buggyra Academy announces a partnership with CMKarting. CMKARTING (Caravan Metropol Karting) is an indoor electric go-kart arena located in Zli'n, Prague, featuring a nearly 700-meter,…...
Youth leads Taekwondo push on international stage
1+ week, 6+ day ago (221+ words) A new generation of athletes is at the forefront of Vanuatu's taekwondo ambitions, as the national federation shifts its focus toward youth development and international exposure through key competitions in 2026. The Oceania Taekwondo Championships in Sydney, Australia, starting next week…...
Goalless draw with Auckland FC a fair result: Hopp
2+ week, 1+ day ago (397+ words) VUFC's Jordy Tasip and Auckland FC's Aidan Carey (righ) Players challenge for the ball in the match Head Coach of the Vanuatu United FC (VUFC), Lars Hopp, described the team's goalless draw against Auckland FC yesterday as a fair result....
Young women in Tanna stitching new futures through CARE Vanuatu's Leadership Program
2+ week, 6+ day ago (510+ words) In a landmark week for Pacific climate advocacy, First Natio" The government has clarified concerns regarding the new stre" When Christine Iata first joined CARE Vanuatu's Young Women's Leadership Program (YWLP), she carried with her a quiet dream'one day owning…...
Women encouraged to focus on strength building for better health
2+ week, 6+ day ago (579+ words) If you sleep better, your sugar is well controlled, weight is better, and general health is better, says Dr. Minado Paul Women are being encouraged to focus on muscle fitness and strength training to improve their health and prevent serious…...
Strong turnout at junior girls’ cricket league
3+ week, 3+ day ago (313+ words) A total of 72 girls aged 12-19 took part in junior cricket matches on Saturday, marking a strong start for the Vanuatu Cricket Association's (VCA) newly introduced weekend league for girls. The competition, which has reserved six Saturdays throughout February and March…...
Grand Hotel re-opens with new coffee blend
3+ week, 3+ day ago (214+ words) Food and Beverage Coordinator at the Grand Hotel, Beverly Bongiri, showcases the new exclusive Zagame Bros Coffee blend in an interview yesterday The Grand Hotel and Casino has unveiled a new premium coffee blend, Zagame Bros Coffee, offering guests and…...
Former women’s coach calls for changes after World Cup qualifiers exit
3+ week, 6+ day ago (336+ words) Former coach, Emanuel Vatu A former women's football coach has called for changes in the current national team setup, following their elimination from the regional qualifiers earlier this week. Emanuel Vatu is a former coach of Penama Tigers FC women's…...
Pacific journalists attending Fact-Checking Training of Trainers
4+ week, 1+ day ago (148+ words) The training brought together experienced reporters and editors from Vanuatu, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Fiji, Samoa and Tonga. The workshop is organized by BBC Media Action as part of ongoing efforts to combat misinformation and disinformation in Pacific. "The…...
Bus numbers for Efate limited to1,400: PLTA
1+ mon, 6+ hour ago (311+ words) The number of buses'operating'on Efate has been capped at 1400, according to Public Land Transport Authority (PLTA) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Reginald'Tabi." "At the moment we put the'limit'number of buses on Efate at 1,400 " not the tour operators, not'private vehicles, but the…...