Peters urges France to keep ‘open mind’ on new path for New Caledonia

By Russell Palmer, RNZ News political reporter New Zealand’s Foreign Minister Winston Peters has used a speech in Paris to urge France to keep an open mind about a new path forward for New Caledonia. He also wants to deepen New Zealand’s...

Major travel insurance company sees nearly 100% rise in these claims

The Future of Travel 2025 report revealed that younger Aussies feel this more acutely, with nearly three in four (71 per cent) Gen Z and Millennials backing the statement, compared to three in five (57 per cent) Baby Boomers. Interestingly, as...

The 12 countries Brits a 'banned' from visiting as India and Pakistan are added to 'no travel' list

Parts of India and Pakistan have become the latest places to be added to the 'no travel' list for Britons as the threat of conflict increases in the region. Indian missiles killed at least 26 people and wounded dozens more on Tuesday, according to...

A draw enough to send New Caledonia and Fiji through

Fiji will join New Caledonia in the semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup 26™ Oceania Qualifiers next year in New Zealand after a well-contested draw in Port Moresby. Roy Krishna’s first-half, stoppage-time penalty gave Fiji the lead before...

French legislators discuss New Caledonia sovereignty

Gérard Larcher (left) and Yaël Braun-Pivet (centre) meet New Caledonia President Louis Mapou (right) on Monday 11 November. Photo: Gouvernement de la Nouvelle-Calédonie Facebook Analysis - The presidents of France's Upper and Lower Houses of...

Top French Parliament duo in New Caledonia for three days

French Senate President Gérard Larcher and National Assembly President Yaël Braun-Pivet. Photo: Sénat Analysis - The chairs of both French Parliament's upper and lower Houses arrived in New Caledonia on Sunday night for a crucial three-day visit...

These are all the countries currently on the Foreign Office ‘do not travel’ list

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Five players who caught the eye at the Under-20 World Cup: From the ex-Messi team-mate to a 16-year-old prodigy

In the midst of a packed schedule of domestic and continental football, we’ll forgive you if you didn’t manage to catch much of the FIFA Under-20 World Cup. Twenty-four sides travelled to Chile for the latest edition of a tournament that has given...

Foreign Office releases 'do not travel' red list of world's 25 most dangerous countries

The world of travel has been turned upside down over the last few years with many once-accessible destinations now either completely off-limits or strongly discouraged due to escalating risks. Locations such as Iran, Sudan, Lebanon and Mozambique,...

How to decide which South Pacific island is best for your next trip

The South Pacific confounds even the savviest map buffs with its splatter of dots spread across the world's biggest ocean. What you can't tell from a map, or even most tourist brochures is that these palm-laden pinpricks are as diverse as the...

Every country on the Foreign Office ‘do not travel list’ right now

There are many reasons the FCDO may advise against travel to certain places (Picture: Getty Images) The holiday checklist goes something like this: think about your budget, Google the weather, and check that your passport and travel insurance are...

Foreign Office issues 'do not travel' warning for 21 countries with millions of UK tourists warned

Of 226 countries or territories with foreign travel advice pages, 73 are currently flagged as having no-go zones. The Foreign Office has slapped "do not travel" warnings on 21 countries with millions of UK tourists warned. Of 226 countries or...

UK Foreign Office ‘do not travel’ list for April after Spain issues bank holiday warning

There are many reasons the FCDO may advise against travel to certain places (Picture: Getty Images) The holiday checklist goes something like this: think about your budget, Google the weather, and check that your passport and travel insurance are...

UK advises against 'all but essential travel' to 21 countries – full list

The UK government has issued a serious alert to Brits as the Foreign Office strongly advises against "all but essential travel" to a list of 21 countries. These destinations are considered dangerous according to the latest advice from the Foreign,...

Foreign Office advises against 'all but essential travel' to 21 countries - full list

Brits have been warned that the Foreign Office is advised against “all but essential travel” to 21 countries. Venturing to these parts of the world could prove risky, according to the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). This...

Foreign Office issue 'do not travel' warnings for 52 countries over safety fears

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has issued a "do not travel" warning for 52 countries, while advising Brits against "all but essential travel" to a further 21 nations Brits gearing up for a holiday abroad are being urged to do...

Brits given 'all but essential travel' guidance for 21 countries - see full list

The Foreign Office has advised against "all but essential travel" to 21 countries. Those considering trips to these destinations should be aware of the potential dangers, as highlighted by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)....

Foreign Office 'all but essential' travel warning for 21 countries - and parts of 44 others

The Foreign Office has advised against "all but essential travel" to 21 countries. Those considering trips to these destinations should be aware of the potential dangers, as highlighted by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)....

Easter tourists warned to avoid unpatrolled beaches after swimmer dies

Lifeguards are urging swimmers to avoid unpatrolled beaches this long weekend, following the death of a man at an isolated beach on the New South Wales South Coast. The warning comes as the Bureau of Meteorolgy has forecast "hazardous" surf...

Every country currently on the Foreign Office ‘do not travel’ list

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