Tahitian boxer Édith Tavanae, representing BC Victoria, has won the French amateur championship in the under 80 kg category. The 37-year-old athlete secured a unanimous decision victory against Camille Vincent in La Rochelle, marking a significant achievement in her career and setting her sights on the 2027 Pacific Games.
French Polynesia's dengue epidemic, which began in November 2023 and saw over 2,500 cases, has been officially declared over by the ARASS. The declaration follows two consecutive weeks of case numbers remaining below established epidemic thresholds, marking a significant public health milestone for the territory.
The third edition of the Tahiti Soul Jazz Festival, scheduled from October 20 to 25, 2025, will host a significant Environment Village at the Museum of Tahiti and the Islands. This initiative, open to the public, will gather over 50 Polynesian environmental organizations, offering workshops, debates, and activities focused on ecological awareness and sustainable practices.
The Tikehau Airport terminal extension project has been officially launched in French Polynesia, aiming to significantly expand the terminal from 280 m² to 980 m². The initiative, driven by increased passenger traffic, also includes new runway lighting for night operations and a modern control tower.
