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Minister for Sugar orders reactivation of cane rail system in Tavua

Fijivillage ·

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...

REALB talanoa session addresses industry challenges

FBC News ·

The Real Estate Agents Licensing Board today held its quarterly talanoa session, aimed at fostering open dialogue with industry professionals about ethical conduct, performance, and ongoing challenges within the real estate sector. Registrar Peni...

Swire Shipping fosters positive change by signing a donation agreement with Aruka Fiji

Fijivillage ·

Swire Shipping fosters positive change by signing a donation agreement with Aruka Fiji The donation agreement signed today by Aruka Fiji and Swire Shipping Services marked a significant milestone in their commitment to fostering positive change...

$3.5m project – Yavusa Nawaibuta targets ownership in next 10 years

The Fiji Times · 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...

PNG opposes Deep Sea Mining: PM Marape

Papua New Guinea Post Courier · June 10, 2025

Prime Minister, James Marape, told world leaders at the United Nations Oceans Conference held yesterday in Nice, France that Papua New Guinea does not support deep seabed mining. Papua New Guinea (PNG) will not support deep-seabed mining within...

Telecom Fiji, Google to Build Terrestrial Fiber Link Between Vatuwaqa, Natadola

The Fast Mode · June 10, 2025

In a significant boost to digital infrastructure and regional connectivity, Telecom Fiji and Google have signed a landmark agreement to design, build, and maintain a terrestrial fiber optic link connecting FINTEL’s international cable landing...

UNDP provides agriculture training for women market vendors in Kwara’ae

The Islandsun · June 10, 2025

BY SAMIE WAIKORI A group of 37 women market vendors from Busurata and Gwailiki communities in Central and West Kwara’ae constituencies of Malaita province, have benefited from a four-day agriculture training on post-harvest management and pest and...

Namoce Signs Two-Year Deal with Fijian Drua

Fiji Sun · June 10, 2025

Namoce who plays at centre is to replace Iosefo Masi who has moved on to join Lyon in the French Top 14 competition. Iosefo Namoce. Australia-based Iosefo Namoce has signed a two-year deal with the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua ahead of next season’s...

Iosefo Namoce signs two-year deal with Fijian Drua

Fijivillage ·

Former Suva centre and current Gungahlin Eagles outside back Iosefo Namoce has forced his way into the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua after signing a two-year deal with the franchise starting next season. The Nakama, Macuata man was a standout player...

Yachting market strong

The Fiji Times · 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...

Telecom Fiji, Google link up for fiber optic deal

FBC News · June 9, 2025

Telecom Fiji and Google have signed a landmark agreement to design, build, and maintain a terrestrial fibre optic link connecting FINTEL’s international cable landing station in Vatuwaqa, Suva to Google’s ICT facility in Natadola. This...

5 reasons Love Island USA went completely off the rails this year By Daysia Tolentino

Entertainment Weekly ·

Last year’s season of Love Island USA had audiences falling in love with the global franchise after years of trying to get the American version off the ground. But as the current season 7 comes to a close, many viewers are ready to be done with...

Making workplaces disability-inclusive

The Fiji Times · 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...

Ikanivere excited for Japan move

Fiji Sun · July 7, 2025

The other players included Trevor Hosea, Yuta Shirasaka, Rakuhei Yamashita, Akauola Manu and Haruto Takahashi. Swire Shipping Fijian Drua co-captain Tevita Ikanivere bursts through a gap with flanker Kitione Salawa and nippy halfback Simione...

Palau president on Pacific Mini Games: 'It is all about...lifting each other up'

RNZ · July 8, 2025

President Whipps presenting a medal at the 2025 Pacific Mini Games in Plaau. 1 July 2025 Photo: Facebook / Office of the President, Republic of Palau Hosting the 2025 Pacific Mini Games is a significant undertaking - particularly for a small,...

FHL-NHL break ground on new commercial development

The Fiji Times · July 8, 2025

Indigenous investment company Fijian Holdings Limited (FHL) in partnership with Nawaibuta Properties Pte Limited (NPPL) held a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the commencement of a new commercial development in Korovou, Tailevu. This development...

Manusina player asks for financial help for Rugby World Cup

RNZ · July 9, 2025

Manusima Samoa players celebrate following the WXV 3 2024 match between Samoa v Madagascar at The Sevens 2 Stadium on October 11, 2024 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, as they qualify for the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup. Photo: Christopher Pike -...

9th Traveler Visits Hawai'i With Dengue Virus

Precision Vaccinations ·

(Vax-Before-Travel News)The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) recently confirmed its ninth travel-related case of dengue in 2025. As of the end of June 2025, the DOH reported eight dengue cases on Oʻahu and one case on Maui. Several countries in...

Russian minister implicated in embezzlement investigation before death

FBC News · July 8, 2025

[Source: Reuters] A sacked Russian official who was found dead with a gunshot wound in a park outside Moscow was implicated in an official investigation into the embezzlement of funds for strengthening the border with Ukraine, two sources told...

Moving Towards A $2billion Trade Target

Scoop ·

Members of the New Zealand Fiji Business Council (NZFBC) are gearing up and preparing themselves for a Business Mission to build and strengthen ties with their Fijian counterparts in Fiji. NZFBC President Chandar Sen highlights that the mission is...