Baby island emerges in Pacific after Tonga underwater volcano erupts
A new 'baby' island has been spotted in the middle of the ocean near Tonga.
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Pacific region pays tribute: 'Her passing is felt in the remotest corner of the Commonwealth'
Queen Elizabeth II visited the Pacific region many times during her 70-year reign.
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Pasifika musical honours cultural roots and brown talent
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Trouble in paradise: Kiwi soldier locked up in Niue after boozy brawl
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Commonwealth Games: 13 medals to Pacific nations, a historic first medal for Niue
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PM Jacinda Ardern set to arrive in Samoa as borders reopen
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