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ADB, NZ Partner To Help Improve Shipping Services Vanuatu

Scoop.co.nz (press release) - Jan 23, 2012
PORT VILA, VANUATU (19 JANUARY, 2012) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the New Zealand Government are assisting Vanuatu with upgrading its ports and jetties and improving the safety, reliability, and frequency of interisland shipping services.

Vanuatu Police Commissioner's challenge against coroner's report to proceed

Radio New Zealand International

Radio New Zealand International - Jan 23, 2012
Vanuatu's Police Commissioner Joshua Bong has had his right to challenge a coroner's report implicating the force in the death of a detainee upheld by a Supreme Court decision. On Friday, the Court dismissed the application of the Attorney General to ...

Forensic evidence nets five Vanuatu suspects

Radio New Zealand International

Radio New Zealand International - Jan 23, 2012
Vanuatu police have used forensic evidence to arrest five suspects in connection with a major break-in and theft in five government departments, including the Police Service Commission in the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

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Vanuatu books

Lonely Planet Vanuatu & New Caledonia

by: Jocelyn Harewood
Grab a Lonely Planet guide and discover the benefits of comprehensive on-the-ground research. We've checked out every island, every resort, every restaurant. We've paddled lagoons, sampled coffees, croissants and cocktails and lounged poolside to make sure you get the best out of your stay in paradise.

Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.
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Lonely Planet Vanuatu

by: Michelle Bennett, Jocelyn Harewood
This is the only travel guidebook available entirely dedicated to Vanuatu - covers all the island groups - explores all options from resort holidays to home-stay in traditional villages - insightful information on diving, island hopping, bushwalking and Melanesian culture. Vanuatu is not as well-known as other South Pacific destinations, but it offers the same attractions; diving, island hopping, bushwalking and relatively unscathed Melanesian culture. The Naghol ('land diving') ceremony of Pentecost Island is the great-great grandparent of bungee jumping.
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Diving and Snorkeling Guide to Vanuatu

by: Bob Bowdey, Judy Beaty, Brian Ansell

30 dive sites in Port Vila and the outer islands, including Espiritu Santo, Tanna, Tongoa, Malekula, Pentecost, Tutuba, Malo, Sakao, Mota and Reef Islands. Dive highlights: WWII wrecks, including the world's largest diveable wreck, the S.S. President Coolidge.
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Vanuatu Country Study Guide

by: Ibp Usa, USA Internations Business Publications
Vanuatu Country Study Guide (World Country Study Guide)
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Vanuatu's showcase 7-min movie presenting the country and the highlights of tourism in the six provinces. This film should give you plenty of reasons to explore the beautiful islands yourself. The blend of traditional culture (Custom or Kastom) and beautiful nature should be irresistible to any visitor! Vanuatu is located near Australia, New Caledonia, Fiji, Solomons and New Zealand. It is an Independent Republic since 1980. The archipelago consists of around 82 islands. Port Vila, the capital, is located on Efate island. A population of over 250000 Ni-Vanuatu is spread over the islands in 6 provinces. Unspoiled nature and a traditional native culture of wonderful, happy, south sea islanders make it a fantastic territory to discover. The SHEFA province consists of: EFATE & the SHEPERDS islands. In this clip you see the sand drawings at the Cultural Center / Museum, the Mele cascades, the Roi Mata cave on Lelepa, the WWII artifacts in Port Havannah, fishing on the way to Nguna and Pele islands, banyan trees, coconuts for drinking, horse-back riding, relaxing on white sand beaches, sailing charter cruises, cruiseship in port, dolphins swimming, snorkeling, underwater post office at Hideaway island, tropical fish & corals, wrecks, dugongs, traditional sailing canoes in Epi, poulet fish, bats, kids in Sunday dress on Lamen island, Epi east coast, Tongariki island paramount chief ordination, Epule River tour, Secret Garden, Ekasup Cultural Village, string band, Vanuatu beef ...

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Downtown Port Vila - Vanuatu | Ripablik blong Vanuatu | SMS Frankfurt Adventure Tours

SCHREITER TRAVEL CHANNEL | Downtown Port Vila - Vanuatu | Ripablik blong Vanuatu | SMS Frankfurt Adventure Tours - The Vanuatu group of islands was discovered by Europeans in 1606 when the Portuguese explorer Pedro Fernandes de Queirós working for the Spanish Crown, arrived on Espiritu Santo, and called it La Austrialia del Espiritu Santo or "The Southern Land of the Holy Spirit", thinking he had arrived in Terra Australis or Australia. Europeans did not return until 1768, when Louis Antoine de Bougainville rediscovered the islands. In 1774, Captain Cook named the islands the New Hebrides, a name that lasted until independence. - SCHREITER TRAVEL CHANNEL | DownTown Food Market Port Vilas | Vodka Train Adventures in South Pacific | SMS Corporate Tours and Adventures | Ripablik blong Vanuatu -- www.Incentives-Worldwide.com

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City Highlights Tour, Port Vila, Vanuatu

www.pocruises.com.au/videoexperiences After cyclone Yasi devastated her home town, Sally decided to get out there, get on her first cruise and experience Vanuatu. Port Vila city highlights portray the fascinating history, culture, people and local cuisine that Vanuatu has to offer. On her holiday she finds that there is so much more to the world than the town you live in and your day to day life. Make Vanuatu your next holiday destination with P&O Cruises.

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Riri River Canoeing near Santo, Vanuatu

www.pocruises.com.au/videoexperiences Let Paul Harragon aka The Chief be your guide as you sail peacefully down this natural spring and get a taste of what it feels like to be a million miles away. He describes the Riri River as "once in a lifetime stuff that you never forget" and if the beautiful scenery is anything to go by, he's certainly not wrong. Make Vanuatu the destination for your next canoeing holiday and enjoy the tranquility of the Riri River. Visit P&O Cruises for more cool videos.

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