The Melanesian: Dark-skinned people with blonde hair region of Oceania (guardian.ng)

The article describes Melanesia in the South Pacific, including countries such as Vanuatu, the Solomon Islands, Fiji and Papua New Guinea, and explains that many Melanesians have dark skin and occasionally blond hair. It discusses competing theories for how blond hair developed in the region, and notes research suggesting it evolved independently of the genes associated with European blond hair. The piece also outlines genetic diversity across Melanesian islands and touches on cultural and religious change following European contact and Christianisation.