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Stories

Solomon Islands capital hit by devastating floods

Fri, 04 Apr 2014 13:22:27 +1100

A major relief effort is under way in Solomon Islands after torrential rain and flash flooding in the capital Honiara washed away hundreds of homes and other buildings.

Dengue threatening two fifths of world population - Red Cross

Fri, 04 Apr 2014 13:22:19 +1100

A report by the International Red Cross says two-fifths of the world's population are at risk from dengue fever.

Australia's Immigration Minister makes surprise visit to Cambodia

Fri, 04 Apr 2014 13:21:56 +1100

The second trip to Cambodia by an Australian cabinet minister in two months has raised questions about whether the Abbott Government is planning to send asylum seekers there.

Afghans prepare to head to the polls in landmark election

Fri, 04 Apr 2014 13:21:45 +1100

Afghanistan goes to the polls this weekend, marking the first democratic transfer of power in the country's history.

Philippine fishermen fear returning to contested seas

Fri, 04 Apr 2014 13:21:42 +1100

The Philippines this week filed supporting documents with an international tribunal at the Hague over its territorial dispute with China in the South China Sea.

Concerns mount over Lao dam projects

Fri, 04 Apr 2014 13:21:34 +1100

When the leaders of the Mekong River Commission countries meet in Hanoi on Saturday, anti-dam protesters will be urging them to call a halt to the construction of the Xayaburi dam and to put a hold on Laos's plans to build a second dam, the Don Sahong.

Phil Kafcaloudes wraps up a week of broadcasts from Apia

Fri, 04 Apr 2014 13:21:18 +1100

Radio Australia's morning show host Phil Kafcaloudes has been broadcasting from Samoa this week - with producers Adelaine Ng and Rick Howe.

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