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Drua rookie back where it all began
Angelo Smith. [Photo Credit: Fijian Drua] It was a special first day at the Drua camp for Fijian Drua rookie forward Angelo Smith, who has officially joined the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua on a two-year contract. Training with his new teammates for...
Fiji, Australia team up on fire safety
File Photo Fiji’s fire protection landscape has entered a new era of international collaboration following the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding between the National Fire Authority and the Fire Protection Association of Australia....
WHO launches first climate-health strategy in Fiji to protect lives and secure the future
The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched its first-ever regional strategy for climate and health action. The landmark plan was unveiled this week during a major health summit in Fiji, one of the Pacific island nations most acutely...
Fiji invited to co-chair high level disaster resilient meeting
[Source: Ministry of Agriculture and Waterways Fiji/ Facebook] Ministry of Agriculture’s Director for Animal Health and Production, Avinesh Dayal, officially opened a regional workshop on the Pacific One Health Emergency Preparedness and Response...
Greene discusses bipartisan issues and media attacks on The View
Source: Entertainment Weekly Amid growing calls for more conservative voices at the Hot Topics table, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene made a rare appearance Tuesday on The View — and called out the cohosts live on air over past attacks they’ve made...
Indo-Pacific Futures Fellowship Strengthens Leadership in Food and Energy Resilience
A program of the East-West Center and Doris Duke Foundation, the fellowship convenes emerging leaders from 13 countries to explore sustainable solutions for food and energy security. The East-West Center and the Doris Duke Foundation will launch...
Outsource Fiji to lead delegation to the Future CX Summit in New Zealand 2025
Outsource Fiji will be leading an eight-member delegation to the Future CX Summit in New Zealand 2025, which will be held in Auckland on Wednesday and Thursday, highlighting Fiji’s growing commitment to positioning itself as a trusted nearshore....
HAPPY DIWALI | DPM Prasad: Diwali symbolises Fiji’s renewed hope and unity
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad says this year’s Diwali celebration reflects a renewed sense of hope, energy, and unity among Fijians. “As we celebrate Diwali, there is clearly a sense of renewed energy, hope...
Employment ministry honours Fijian workers and partners
Agni Deo Singh [Source: Fiji Ministry of Employment, Productivity and Workplace Relations/Facebook] The Ministry of Employment, Productivity and Workplace Relations is extending its Diwali wishes to the people of Fiji. Minister Agni Deo Singh says...
Climate Investment Funds backs Fiji nature financing plan
LONDON (Reuters) -Multilateral lender the Climate Investment Funds said on Monday its board had agreed on a plan to help restore Fiji’s natural ecosystems and bolster the island’s ability to withstand the impacts of global warming. The move comes...
Kamikamica takes commandas youthful Fiji Bati dominate Bowl opener
FIJI Bati captain Tui Kamikamica says the team’s blend of youth and experience is energising camp after their 44-24 win over the Cook Islands Aitu in the Pacific Bowl Championships opener at Santos National Football Stadium, Port Moresby. The...
Crowne Plaza Fiji Nadi Bay Resort and Spa review: Why this resort could become Fiji’s newest hot spot
Only a short 15-minute drive from Nadi airport, the resort offers an idyllic beachfront escape on the pristine shores of Wailoaloa Beach. It also boasts convenient access to transport and is only 15 minutes from Denarau Island. Perfect for: I...
DPM Prasad extends Diwali wishes, urges unity and hope for Fiji
[Photo: Supplied] Deputy Prime Minister and National Federation Party Leader, Professor Biman Prasad, is extending his Diwali wishes to the people of Fiji. He says that Diwali brings a sense of renewed energy, hope, and a display of determination,...
Fiji and Australia strengthen Vuvale Partnership to unlock new trade and investment opportunities
Fiji and Australia strengthen Vuvale Partnership to unlock new trade and investment opportunities Fiji and Australia have reaffirmed their close Vuvale Partnership, paving the way for deeper cooperation in trade, digital transformation, and...
Police recover body of former Fiji netball coach Unaisi Rokoura
Th Fiji Police Force and Fiji Navy have recovered the body of the former national netball coach from the Rewa River. Photo: Fiji Police Force Fiji Police have confirmed the recovery of the body Unaisi Rokoura, who was reported missing on Saturday...
Pacific push for stronger, fairer, and Sustainable Tuna Industry at PTF 2025
This week, Pacific Ministers, fisheries experts, and regional partners gathered in Nadi for the 9th Pacific Tuna Forum (PTF 2025), united by a common goal – building a stronger, fairer, and more sustainable future for the Pacific tuna industry....
Lack of dialogue threatens industry’s future — Singh
THE constant lack of communication between stakeholders and those at the grassroots level may very well be the straw that breaks the camel’s back for Fiji’s sugar industry, says Ba sugarcane farmer Arvind Singh. Following a heated exchange with...
Former Fiji Netball coach Unaisi Rokoura missing after suspected drowning incident
Unaisi Rokoura, 47, was reported missing on Saturday after a suspected drowning incident. Photo: Facebook / Netball Fiji Fiji's netball community is anxiously awaiting news of a former national team captain and coach who was reported missing on...
BEHIND THE NEWS | Fiji in the spotlight
FIJI remains on Tier 2 Watch List for the second consecutive year, according to the US Department of State’s 2025 Trafficking in Persons Report. This means Fiji does not fully meet the minimum standards for eliminating human trafficking but is...