Petition updateDemand fair treatment for Pacific and Polynesian teams at the RWC

Petition Withdrawal in Good Faith A Step Towards Positive Change: Petition Update

Akesa AlipiaAustralia
10 Nov 2026

Dear family and friends, After careful consideration, I have decided to withdraw and cancel this petition, trusting that the matter will be handled in good faith by the appropriate people who have the authority to bring meaningful change.

It is encouraging to see more people speaking up, with concerns gaining attention through news headlines and conversations reaching a wider international audience. This shows that the importance of fairness, equality and accountability deserves to be heard.

Every nation, regardless of its culture, background or size, deserves equal treatment and respect. I sincerely hope the concerns surrounding the officiating and bunker decisions during the Samoa and Australia RWC are taken seriously, with appropriate reviews, accountability and penalties where necessary to prevent similar incidents.

To everyone who signed, shared and generously donated, thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your support and generosity have not gone unnoticed. I am committed to ensuring donations are handled transparently and responsibly, with appropriate updates provided to contributors.

Although I am withdrawing this petition, I am not withdrawing from the values behind it. 

Fairness has no nationality. Respect has no boundaries. Accountability should have no exceptions. God bless you all and take good care. Peace out.