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Sports tourism boost
The Fiji Times
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June 23, 2025
The remote and picturesque islands of Yasawa has witnessed the potential of a new era for sports tourism in Fiji. Last month, the Grassroots Fiji Nacula 7s, a Fiji Sports Council initiative, brought together talented local rugby teams,...
ENTREPRENEURSHIP – Redefining the kava drinking experience
The Fiji Times
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June 22, 2025
In a bold and innovative move that seeks to redefine how Fijians and visitors enjoy one of the country’s most cherished traditional beverages, leading yaqona retailer Lami Kava launched its brand-new kava lounge, Vale Kava, last Friday. Situated...
Superyacht Australia showcases South Pacific at 2025 Tahiti Rendezvous
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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July 6, 2025
Superyacht Australia’s 2025 Tahiti Rendezvous fostered regional ties, showcasing South Pacific cruising and services to captains and crew. Superyacht Australia successfully hosted the 12th annual Australia Tahiti Rendezvous at Marina Taina,...
Live Tsunami Siren Test for Suva – Nausori corridor at 11am
Fijivillage
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The National Disaster Risk Management Office will be conducting live tsunami siren tests for the Suva – Lami corridor at 11am today. They say this exercise is part of government’s continued commitment towards improving its state of readiness for...
No expansion for Savusavu Airport
FBC News
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July 7, 2025
[File Photo] The existing Savusavu airport will not be expanded to accommodate larger aircraft, following a World Bank-backed decision that it can no longer meet the growing demand for regional air connectivity. NaVualiku Local Project Coordinator...
Why Did Cierra Ortega Leave ‘Love Island USA’ Season 7? Controversy Explained
Forbes
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LOVE ISLAND USA — Episode 726 — Pictured: Cierra Ortega — (Photo by: Ben Symons/Peacock via Getty ... More Images)Ben Symons/Peacock via Getty Images Love Island USA Season 7 contestant Cierra Ortega is no longer in the villa, becoming the second...
Heritage Kava eyes expansion
FBC News
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July 6, 2025
[Photo Credit: Supplied] A locally owned kava enterprise based in the interior of Lovoni Village on Ovalau Island is working to expand market access and create employment for rural communities. Heritage Kava, founded by Sowane Saunitoga and his...
Scratchy Lions win has simplified the Test selection equation for Andy Farrell | Robert Kitson
The Guardian
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July 6, 2025
For some reason Dame Edna Everage sprang to mind in the wake of the British & Irish Lions’ less-than-marvellous display against the NSW Waratahs on Saturday. As Edna once waspishly told a fellow grand dame: “I’m trying to find a word to describe...
Scratchy Lions win has simplified the Test selection equation for Andy Farrell
The Guardian
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July 6, 2025
For some reason Dame Edna Everage sprung to mind in the wake of the British & Irish Lions less-than-marvellous weekend display against the NSW Waratahs. As Edna once waspishly told a fellow grand dame: “I’m trying to find a word to describe your...
Visits to India ‘reflect strong political will’
The Fiji Times
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June 22, 2025
More than 21 Cabinet ministers together with Fiji’s three deputy prime ministers have undertaken visits to India in the past year. While highlighting this during the International Day for Yoga celebration in Suva yesterday, Deputy Prime Minister...
FSC rejects claims
The Fiji Times
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June 24, 2025
THE Fiji Sugar Corporation Ltd (FSC) has rejected claims by the National Farmers Union (NFU), saying no sugar has been lost during the recent disruption of operations at the Lautoka Mill. FSC chief executive officer Bhan Singh said all harvesting...
China’s first Legoland resort packed on opening day
FBC News
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July 5, 2025
[Source: Reuters] Tourists and residents in Shanghai on Saturday braved sweltering heat for the official opening of China’s first Legoland resort, featuring thousands of structures built with over 85 million Lego bricks. Entry tickets to the new...
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei makes first public appearance since Iran-Israel war
The National News
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Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei made his first public appearance since the 12-day war between Israel and Iran, attending a mourning ceremony on the eve of Ashura. Mr Khamenei was seen in a video broadcasted by state media greeting...
Conroy to tour Melanesia in bid to cement Aust’s Pacific presence
Papua New Guinea Post Courier
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June 24, 2025
AUSTRALIA’S Minister for Pacific Island Affairs and Defence Industry, Pat Conroy, will visit Fiji, Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands this week to strengthen Australia’s partnership with the Pacific region. In PNG, Mr Conroy will meet with key...
Back in History | $16m development plan
The Fiji Times
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June 20, 2025
In 1990, the Lautoka-based Blue Lagoon Cruises Limited embarked on a $16million five-year development program which included the construction of three new cruise vessels. According to an article published by The Fiji Times on March 7 that same...
FSC prime lots sold at cut price
The Fiji Times
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June 24, 2025
THE Fiji Sugar Corporation sold nine of its most valuable freehold and state land properties between 2019 and 2020 at a little over a $250 million. A price FSC chairman Nitya Reddy pointed out was significantly lower than what the 633 acres of...
PSC appoints Dr Vinesh Kumar to lead Multi-Ethnic Affairs and Sugar Ministry
The Fiji Times
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June 23, 2025
The Public Service Commission has announced the appointment of Dr Vinesh Kumar as incoming Permanent Secretary for Multi-Ethnic Affairs and Sugar Industry. Dr Kumar is currently the CEO of the Sugar Research Institute of Fiji. PSC Chairman Luke...
Nasilasila extends contract
The Fiji Times
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June 21, 2025
The 2026 Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific season looks very promising as Swire Shipping Fijian Drua lock, Isoa Nasilasila, expresses his excitement about signing a contract extension to remain with the Club. The 25-year-old from Viseisei, Vuda, was...
Melanesian Spearhead Group discusses Middle East conflict - Marape
RNZ
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June 23, 2025
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape says the Middle East conflict was discussed at the recently-concluded Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) meeting, Photo: Fiji Ministry of Foreign Affairs/Facebook Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James...
‘Love Island USA’ Cierra Ortega’s Team Speaks Out On Racist Behavior
TV Shows Ace
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July 6, 2025
Love Island USA star Cierra Ortega is in extremely hot water over a racial slur she made in 2015 and 2020. Now, her team is speaking out on what happened and where they stand with the Season 7 islander amid all of the drama. So, what are their...