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Ministry of Agriculture boosts capacity in plant and soil health
Cook Island News
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June 19, 2025
Two specialists from the Pacific Community (SPC) are in Rarotonga this week delivering vital training to help the Ministry of Agriculture build more sustainable farming systems. Standing from left: Dr Rohit Lal, a soil scientist, William Wigmore,...
Concerns over VAT monitoring system
The Fiji Times
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July 8, 2025
A SIGNIFICANT number of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) fear that their system will not be compatible with the Fiji Revenue Customs Services database. Nadi businessman Chandu Lodhia raised this concern while posing a question to Fiji...
Inside the Pacific's largest exotic animal export industry
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
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June 20, 2025
On the outskirts of Honiara, the capital of Solomon Islands, a row of metal cages clings to the side of a forest-covered hill. Inside, birds screech and shuffle. A large hornbill pecks at the wire with its giant curved beak. Another hops...
Minister for Sugar orders reactivation of cane rail system in Tavua
Fijivillage
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Following concerns raised by sugarcane farmers regarding the closure of the rail line between Lausa Loop and Tawatawa Point in Tavua, Minister for Sugar Industry Charan Jeath Singh has directed the Fiji Sugar Corporation to immediately reactivate...
Teen charts future in fishing industry
Fiji Sun
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June 19, 2025
"I faced a lot of challenges during my education, but God's plan is always the best plan," he said. Graduate Marika Raloga. Photo: Ronald Kumar At just 19, Marika Raloga from Makadru Village in Matuku, Lau, has taken a bold step towards securing...
Yachting market strong
The Fiji Times
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July 8, 2025
THE 2024 yachting industry survey conducted at Port Denarau Marina has revealed strong and sustained growth in Fiji’s yachting sector. According to a media statement from Tourism Fiji, Fiji welcomed 831 visiting yachts in 2024, marking a 4 per...
The best luxury Fiji resorts and hotels to book for 2025 holidays
Gourmet Traveller
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June 18, 2025
Every recommendation you see has been handpicked by our editors. If you click, buy or book through our links, we may earn a commission. Read more here. Fiji. The name alone conjures up tropical island bliss: white sand beaches, crystal clear...
Taiwan donates USD100,000 worth of Solar Home Units to support remote communities in Fiji
Talanoa 'O Tonga
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June 18, 2025
In a gesture of lasting friendship and partnership within the Pacific family, the Government of Taiwan, through its Taipei Trade Office in Fiji, donated Solar Home Unit Systems valued at USD$100,000 to the Fiji Government Tuesday. The handover...
Smith joins Fijian Drua
The Fiji Times
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June 18, 2025
Former Melbourne Rebels lock Angelo Smith will be returning to Fiji to play for the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua, on a two-year contract. Hailing from Nananu, Tailevu, with family ties to Lomati, Kabara in Lau, Smith has made a commitment to the...
Exciting times ahead as fans await what Byrne has in store for the Flying Fijians with his multiple coaching skills
Fijivillage
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Exciting times ahead as fans await what Byrne has in store for the Flying Fijians with his multiple coaching skills Exciting times lie ahead for Fiji rugby fans as we await what Coach, Mick Byrne has in store for the Fiji Water Flying Fijians with...
Race on to replace Viljoen at Fiji Airways
FBC News
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[file photo] Minister for Civil Aviation Viliame Gavoka has described the performance of Fiji Airways’ outgoing chief executive as phenomenal. Gavoka says Fiji will be seeking the best there is to continue the momentum set by Viljoen. Viljoen will...
Gencom Technology Upgrades Fijian Parliament’s Video Monitoring Distribution System with AJA Dante AV 4K Solutions
Sound & Video Contractor
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June 17, 2025
In today’s connected world, constituents expect real-time access to live government proceedings. In the last decade, governments worldwide have responded by implementing dedicated on-campus broadcast production facilities to meet the demand. But...
Taipei Trade Office in Fiji donates solar home units system to communities in Wailevu West
Fijivillage
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Taipei Trade Office in Fiji donates solar home units system to communities in Wailevu West Villagers of Naviavia and students of St Paul Primary School in Wailevu West, Cakaudrove will improve their daily living conditions and enhance their...
Ciwa Music Fiji set to light up the stage at Fiji Showcase 2025
Fijivillage
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Local music group Ciwa Music Fiji, made up of artists Peni Roqara also known as Ju Ben, Asinate Mekemeke, and Aisea Buliruarua, are thrilled and honoured to be performing at this year’s Fiji Showcase. Roqara, who hails from Tailevu, told...
$3.5m project – Yavusa Nawaibuta targets ownership in next 10 years
The Fiji Times
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July 7, 2025
A $3.5 million commercial development that is expected to give Korovou Town a facelift will be partly owned by the Yavusa Nawaibuta from the Namalata district of Tailevu through a joint venture between Nawaibuta Holdings Ltd (NHL) and Fijian...
Anti-Scam Taskforce Warns Fijians Of New Recruitment Scam Targeting Overseas Job Seekers
Scoop
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The Anti-Scam Taskforce is alerting members of the public to a new wave of recruitment scams targeting Fijians via iMessage herein below: “Hi, my name is Karina-Jo and I'm a Recruiter. We are currently looking for a part-time assistant to join our...
Trailblazing Women in Media Fiji Conference kicks off, Championing gender equality and leadership in Pacific Journalism
Papua New Guinea Post Courier
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June 17, 2025
SUVA, 17 JUNE 2025 (WOMEN IN MEDIA FIJI/FBC NEWS/FIJI TIMES): The inaugural Women in Media Fiji Conference has officially commenced at the Grand Pacific Hotel in Suva. This landmark event brings together female media professionals from across the...
PNG among regional participants in inaugural Women in Media conference underway in Fiji
NBC PNG
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Representatives from Women in Media various Pacific Islands (NBC News) The inaugural Women in Media Fiji Conference is currently underway in Suva, bringing together women content producers from across the Pacific region for two days of...
Making workplaces disability-inclusive
The Fiji Times
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July 8, 2025
ABOUT 40 business management and human resources representatives from Fiji’s outsourcing services, tourism and agriculture sectors undertook specialised training on workplace accessibility and disability inclusion. This is in line with a growing...
Angelo Smith returns home to sign with Fijian Drua for next 2 Super Rugby Pacific season
Fijivillage
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Angelo Smith returns home to sign with Fijian Drua for next 2 Super Rugby Pacific season Former Melbourne Rebels player and Marist Brothers High School student Angelo Smith Former Melbourne Rebels player and Marist Brothers High School student...