Author: Ted Wood

Riot: one dead in Noumea

15 May, 2024 | Area, Breaking News, New Caledonia, Politics

On Wednesday 15 May, one person was shot dead at a roadblock. Two people were also injured by...

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Riots in New Caledonia

14 May, 2024 | Area, Breaking News, Economy, New Caledonia, Politics

The issue of opening up the electorate led to violent riots in New Caledonia. Gendarmerie...

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300 “scientists” from the Yuang Wang 5 stuck in the boat

12 May, 2024 | Area, Environment, French Polynesia, Pacific, Politics

The large Yuang Wang 5 entered the port of Papeete on Monday. The ship’s personnel have...

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A scientist from New Caledonia is to spend eight months alone on an uninhabited islet in Polynesia

21 Apr, 2024 | Area, Environment, French Polynesia, New Caledonia

Marine biologist Matthieu Juncker is to spend eight months living alone on an uninhabited islet in...

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The two major demonstrations remained peaceful

15 Apr, 2024 | Area, New Caledonia, Politics

The aim of these two demonstrations was to put pressure on the French government and parliament....

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Riots: curfew until July 1
The curfew is maintained in New Caledonia for a further week, from 8 pm to 6 am. Carrying and transporting weapons remains prohibited. The sale of alcohol also remains prohibited, except for wine merchants, who may only sell wine or champagne-type beverages with an alcohol content not exceeding 18%. Beer sales are still not permitted.

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