A plane loaded with asylum seekers landed in Nauru; they had landed in crocodile-filled waters north of Broome in Western Australia, evading authorities

A memorial service was held at dawn on 27 October at the World War II Memorial in Aiwo to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the return of Nauruans who were exiled to Chuuk and 93rd anniversary of Angam Day, celebrating recovery from possible extinction

Australia's $2,5 billion deal with Nauru has commenced with the first arrival on Nauru island last week; Nauruan authorities confirmed the arrival on Friday, triggering the first yearly instalment of AUS$408 million

Mandatory presence, enforcement of compulsory class attendance and encouraging parents to get involved in their children’s education are part of Nauru’s education reform agenda aimed at creating “the smart nation of the Pacific”