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While invasive species eradications are at the forefront of biodiversity conservation, ant eradication failures are common. We reviewed ant eradications worldwide to assess the practice and identify knowledge gaps and challenges. We documented 316 eradication campaigns targeting 11 species, with most occurring in Australia covering small areas (b10 ha). Yellow crazy ant was targeted most frequently, while the bigheaded ant has been eradicated most often. Of the eradications with known outcomes, 144 campaigns were successful, totaling approximately 9500 ha, of which 8300 ha were from a single campaign that has since been partially re-invaded. Three active ingredients, often in combination, are most commonly used: fipronil, hydramethylnon, and juvenile hormone mimics. Active ingredient, bait, and method varied considerablywith respect to species targeted,which made assessing factors of eradication success challenging. We did, however, detect effects by active ingredient, number of treatments, and method on eradication success. Implementation costs increased with treatment area, and median costs were high compared to invasive mammal eradications. Ant eradications are in a phase of increased research and development, and a logical next step for practitioners is to develop best practices. A number of research themes that seek to integrate natural history with eradication strategies and methodologies would improve the ability to eradicate ants: increasing natural history and taxonomic knowledge, increasing the efficacy of active ingredients and baits, minimizing and mitigating non-target risks, developing better tools to declare eradication success, and developing alternative eradication methodologies. Invasive ant eradications are rapidly increasing in both size and frequency, and we envisage that eradicating invasive ants will increase in focus in coming decades given the increasing dispersal and subsequent impacts.

Much of the damage done on tress is caused by selective logging which conducts logging practices that uses logs for sale and commercial use. A lot of concerns on a selective logging for forests without any control, either way the trees are damaged in any way of half a hectare or land are being logged. The forest has a potential to regenerate but not after over exhausting the land and trees. The South Pacific sea level and climate monitoring project is joint initiative of South Pacific forum countries, which aims to understand the scale and implication of sea level and changing climate.

The wondering Albatross is the world's largest seabird. Tens of thousands of seabirds are dying each year on the high seas. Similar to sea turtles they die on the hooks of long line of fisheries. Scientists are now trying to establish the impact on the population and using the satellites to track the flight patterns of the wondering albatross seabird. At least 44 thousands Albatross are killed each year in the southern hemisphere by long line fishing fleets. The long line fishing fleets operates in the southern ocean just the north of Antarctica, and the south Pacific and south Indian oceans.

The amendment was to give the logging industry control by stacking it with number of over forest project, and not to address the revenue issues which is the issue of the landowner.

A voluntary group, roaming the international waters to document, investigate and enforce international environmental law by stopping ship in illegal fishing and whaling. Forestry and timber operation in PNG using helicopter to monitor the forest and logging operation by timber companies.

The South Pacific Forum Secretariat has an energy section which work on wide range of projects relating to fuel and energy. These project include working with electric utility to provide electric services on solar power to remote areas and are also developing energy database for the region. Logging on Papua New Guinea, from Asian companies and shipping them to Japan, having an endless hunger for tropical logging, and PNG have fallen victim to this. And in just 3 years exports have tripled.

A regional workshop was organized in Suva, Fiji, aimed at bolstering environmental journalism among media professionals from nine Pacific Island nations. Hosted by prominent environmental organizations, including the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP), the event aimed to strengthen reporters’ ability to cover complex environmental issues, with an initial focus on climate change The Pacific is acutely vulnerable to environmental threats such as intensifying cyclones, sea-level rise, and coastal flooding, yet regional media remain under-equipped to report these dangers effectively. Better-informed journalism is seen as essential to influence policy, raise community awareness, and support climate adaptation strategies . The curriculum encompassed: Simplifying scientific and technical environmental information for broader audiences, Investigating and sourcing credible data, Crafting impactful narratives for print, radio, digital, and broadcast formats, Networking with climate and environmental experts to deepen reporting quality . Outcomes & Goals Journalists left the training inspired and better prepared, equipped with tools to translate complex climate issues into compelling public stories. The workshop aimed to foster a durable network of informed environmental correspondents across the Pacific, strengthening regional media collaboration and coverage.

1. Overview & Concerns A regional report titled “Poisoned Paradise” examines the environmental consequences of pesticide use across South Pacific islands, highlighting the ecological risks of toxic chemicals in agriculture and disease control . 2. Tonga – Tongan Megapode (“Malau”) The report raises concerns about pesticide exposure in Tonga’s fragile ecosystems, including impacts on unique species like the endangered Tongan megapode (Megapodius pritchardii). While direct studies are limited, ongoing threats include habitat degradation and potential chemical contamination in breeding grounds—often geothermal nests on volcanic soils. 3. Rarotonga – Indigenous Fly Species In Rarotonga (Cook Islands), pesticide usage to control agricultural pests and disease vectors (e.g., fruit flies, mosquitoes) threatens endemic insect populations, disrupting local food webs and ecological balance. Residues may accumulate in soils, water, and non-target wildlife—posing risks to biodiversity and human communities. 4. Broader Regional Themes The report indicates South Pacific nations increasingly rely on pesticides without sufficient regulation, labelling, monitoring, or disposal systems, leading to misuse and environmental contamination Over half of these countries report negative impacts from toxic chemicals in agriculture and public health initiatives, raising the need for stronger governance on chemical management. 5. Recommendations & Path Forward Strengthen regulatory frameworks: Licensing, proper labelling, safe use protocols. Build local capacity: Training for farmers, pest control operatives, and environmental officers. Promote integrated pest management and safer alternatives like biological controls. Enhance monitoring and waste disposal infrastructure to prevent environmental build-up. Foster regional cooperation to share research, best practices, and regulatory support.

PNG government has released its new forestry guidelines, with and intention to reform the forestry industry operating in the country. This process began with the bar netting quarry in the late 80s portrayed part of the industry as out of control. In 1991 a new forestry act began changing the way timber were being harvested. The computing courses allow weather offices to analyse and advice on the weather of their own countries.

One of the most important outcome earth summit on environmental development held in Brazil, was an agreement to establish the United Nations commission on sustainable development. This commission has been entrusted the task of ensuring the follow up to the unsaid conference. The biological project is considered as a compost site. with organic waste to be used as fertilizers in the Federated States of Micronesia. Kiribati developing NEMS, to define the major of environmental issues faced by the countries and provide solution to face these issues.