• 1910 – The first British Hospital in the New Hebrides was established on Iririki Island in memory of the well-known Presbyterian missionary
John G Paton. Patients were seen for such ailments as broken bones, meningitis, and rheumatic fever, and Pacific islanders were trained in tropical disease management. • 1913 – Iririki Island housed the British Residency who leased the island from missionaries for 99 years. The Residency was located at the peak of Iririki (reached by climbing 179 steps), affording it magnificent views to Port Vila and the surrounding bay. The original household was built for the Queen for an overnight visit, and subsequently accommodated the British High Commissioner. • 1980 – On independence, the residence was abandoned. • 1983 – After consideration by the Ifira Islanders, they leased the Island to Peter Nicholson to construct it into a resort. • 1987 –
Cyclone Uma hit Iririki Island and Port Vila • 2016 – Iririki was reopened after being rebuilt and refurbished. • 2017 – The resort faced possible liquidation. The original founders, Peter and Sue Nicholson expressed disappointment. • 2019 – Iririki Island Resort and Casino was listed for sale by the JLL Hotels & Hospitality Group. • 2023 – On 1 September 2023, Iririki Island Resort was purchased by Australian brothers Brendon and Mark Deeley. • 2024, April – The Jewel Casino was shut down in April 2024. ==Language==