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Last update: 7 hours agoElectoral Roll Shake-Up: The French Senate has endorsed changes to New Caledonia’s “frozen” restricted electoral roll, easing voting access for “native” people born in the territory since 1998—aimed at letting about 10,000+ new voters take part in next month’s local elections. The move follows a long debate over whether the current rules protect Kanak voters or end up blocking too many people; France’s Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said the restriction now affects 17% and clashes with universal suffrage. Political Talks Reset: Lecornu also says a pledge was secured to restart comprehensive status talks after the 28 June 2026 provincial elections, with an outcome expected before year-end. Nature & Travel Mood: New research highlights how a branching coral species can send offspring up to 100km or more—and links breeding populations across Australia, the Coral Sea and New Caledonia, a reminder that conservation here is regional, not just local. Sports Pulse: New Caledonia’s athletes are among the Pacific standouts at the Oceania Athletics Championships in Cairns, with local hammer-thrower Erwan Cassier taking double gold in masters events.
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