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National Taskforce Begins Urgent Sewage Assessment in Port Vila CBD

Today, the National Waste Water Taskforce Assessment Team commenced a comprehensive sewage system assessment across the Port Vila Central Business District (CBD). This follows a key resolution passed during the National Waste Water Taskforce Board meeting held on March 20th, 2025.

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Updated Traffic Management Plan for Port Vila's Central Business District

The Department of Urban Affairs and Planning, in collaboration with the Port Vila City Council, has announced an update to the Traffic Management Plan for Port Vila's Central Business District (CBD).

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Joint Inspection Conducted Ahead of Haifeng Supermarket Demolition

On April 7th, 2025, a joint team comprising Town Planner and Enforcement Officers carried out a site visit ahead of the planned demolition of the Haifeng Supermarket store. 

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Sanma Provincial SG and Foreshore Development Unit Collaborate on Sustainable Development Plans

In a recent strategic meeting, Sanma Provincial Secretary General, Mr. Jonathan Lavare, met with the Acting Principal of the Foreshore Development Unit and two senior officers to discuss key sustainable development priorities for Sanma Province, particularly focusing on the growing needs of Luganville.

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Collaborative Workshop Highlights Zoning Plan for Etas Subdivision and Its Role in Greater Port Vila Urban Planning

A vital workshop was recently held to discuss the Zoning Plan for the Etas Subdivision and its broader significance for urban planning across Greater Port Vila. The session brought together stakeholders from multiple initiatives, with a focus on how their work interlinks and how to strengthen coordination moving forward.

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  1. Strengthening Coastal Resilience: Nature-Based Protection for Fatumaru Bay
  2. Draft Vanuatu National Building Code 2025 Under Review
  3. Site Inspections at Korman, Seaside, and Freshwota Evacuation Centers
  4. One-Day Refresher Training on Comprehensive Legislative Policy Development

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