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Vanuatu
Port Vila - It is on the island of Efate and is known for its markets and deep-sea harbor.
New Zealand
Wellington - Known as 'Windy Wellington', it's famous for its vibrant arts scene and cultural institutions.
Tonga
Nuku'alofa - Known for its royal palace and as the home of the South Pacific's only monarchy.
Marshall Islands
Majuro - The capital is a large coral atoll with a lagoon, and it is known for its US WWII relics.
Tuvalu
Funafuti - An atoll famous for its conservation area and being one of the smallest capitals.
Kiribati
Tarawa - Comprises a series of islets within a coral atoll; was the site of a famous WWII battle.
Samoa
Apia - This port city has architecture dating back to the colonial era and is the birthplace of famed writer Robert Louis Stevenson.
Fiji
Suva - A vibrant, multicultural city on the island of Viti Levu known for its colonial architecture.
Federated States of Micronesia
Palikir - A small town on the island of Pohnpei, known for its rainforest and waterfalls.
Palau
Ngerulmud - A new and sparsely populated capital located on the island of Babeldaob.
Solomon Islands
Honiara - Located on the island of Guadalcanal, which was a major battle ground during WWII.
Nauru
Yaren - An informal capital; the district hosts the government offices but is not officially designated as the capital city.
Papua New Guinea
Port Moresby - Situated on the Gulf of Papua, it's known for its nearby rich coral reefs.
Australia
Canberra - This planned city is known for its parks, political institutions, and national monuments.
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