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“Wallaroos Brace for Intense Test Battle”
Former Fijian Drua captain Bitila Tawake is anticipating a challenging match against the Wallaroos in tonight’s Test clash at Allianz Stadium in Sydney. Tawake, a determined prop… read more
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Fijian Footballer Thomas Dunn to Attend A-League Trials
Digicel Fiji Bula Boys and Navua attacker Thomas Dunn is set to depart Fiji this Sunday to attend trials with A-League club Sydney FC. If successful, the… read more
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Islands Secure Dramatic Win in OFC U-19 Opener
Solomon Islands began their OFC U-19 Men’s Championship with a determined 1-0 win against Vanuatu in Apia today. Captain Paul Francis played a key role by slicing… read more
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Young Fiji Captain Steals the Show: What Did He Do?
Fiji Captain Penisoni Tirau earned the Man of the Match accolade after scoring twice against Tahiti in the opening game of the OFC U19 Men’s Championship in… read more
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Debut Delight: Winger shines with double victory in Flying Fijians’ win
Winger Peniasi Dakuwaqa made an impressive debut for the FIJI Water Flying Fijians, scoring two tries in their 21-12 victory over Georgia at the Adjarabet Arena this… read more
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“Advancing the Sugar Industry: Strategic Plans Unveiled”
Sugar Industry Stakeholders convened today to discuss the progress of Government-funded capital projects. The meeting included Chief Executives from various sugar industry institutions. The objective was to… read more
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$33 Million Infrastructural Boost: Australia’s Commitment to Fiji’s Future
The Australian Government has pledged FJD $33 million to enhance education and health infrastructure throughout Fiji. The Fiji Social Infrastructure Program was inaugurated at Jagindra Singh Primary… read more
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Dignity Facility Revolutionizes Recycling Community in Ba
Nearly a hundred Collection Pillars of Recycling (CPR) at the Maururu Dumpsite in Ba celebrated the official opening of the Dignity Facility, a portable washroom and break-room… read more
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“Labasa Claims Top Spot with Dramatic Comeback Win”
Labasa has ascended to the top of the Digicel Fiji Premier League standings after a come-from-behind victory against Nadroga in their Round 11 clash at Subrail Park.… read more
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Revolutionizing Fiji’s Outsourcing Industry: A $1.2 Million Boost Unveiled
Fiji’s outsourcing industry is poised for unprecedented growth following a notable increase in government funding as announced in the 2024-2025 National Budget. The government has allocated $1.2… read more
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Champion of Pacific Youth Calls for Unprecedented Preparation for FESTPAC
Renowned advocate for youth development in Fiji and the Pacific, Broderick Mervyn, has emphasized the critical need for meticulous preparation for the upcoming Festival of Pacific Arts… read more
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New Zealand U-19 Team Begins Title Defense with Dominant Win
New Zealand have initiated their title defence with a decisive 3-0 victory over New Caledonia in the opening Group B match of the OFC Men’s U-19 Championship… read more
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Samoa Triumphs Over Papua New Guinea in Thrilling Showdown
Host nation Samoa triumphed over Papua New Guinea in their opening Group B match of the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship in Apia today. Captain Pharrell Trainor scored… read more
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Operation Yavirau Strikes: K9s Lead Drug Trade Bust
The deployment of K9 capabilities continues as Operation Yavirau intensifies its efforts to disrupt the illicit drug trade and associated crimes. Assistant Commissioner of Police – Operations… read more
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Empowering Civil Servants: A Vital Role in Government
President of the Republic of Fiji, His Excellency Ratu Wiliame Katonivere, emphasized the vital role civil servants play in the government’s operations. While speaking at the 2024… read more
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“Fijiana XV Suffers Crushing Defeat Against Wallaroos!”
The Vodafone Fijiana XV faced a crushing 64-5 defeat against the Wallaroos at Allianz Stadium in Sydney. Despite a promising start with an opening try by winger… read more
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Fiji Man Pursues Dream in Australian Football League
It was all a dream for 27-year-old Kelevi Natokalau to represent his country in the Australian Football League (AFL), and now he stands on the cusp of… read more
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Bullish Forecast: Fiji Economy Poised for 3.4% Growth
The ANZ Bank is forecasting Fiji’s economy to grow by 3.4 percent this year, which is higher than the 2.8 percent estimate by the Reserve Bank of… read more
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Fiji Urged to Tap into Climate Financing Sources
Calls are being made for concrete actions in Fiji to enable access to climate financing from the Green Climate Fund (GCF), which would facilitate the implementation of… read more
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“Meet Fiji’s New World Bank Group Leader”
Stefano Mocci, formerly the World Bank country manager for the South Pacific, has been appointed as the World Bank Group’s country manager for Fiji, the World Bank… read more
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“Unlocking Opportunities: Company to List on South Pacific Stock Exchange”
With liquidity at record levels and the economy gaining momentum, it is an opportune time for companies to consider listing on the South Pacific Stock Exchange (SPX),… read more
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Fiji Prime Minister Turns Back Time: Rabuka Wins Bronze in Shot Put at Oceania Championships
Fiji’s Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, 75, turned back the clock to secure a bronze medal in the shot put at the Oceania Athletics Championships on Wednesday. Rabuka,… read more
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Unlocking Fiji’s Economic Potential
Fiji has recently experienced a notable post-pandemic revival led by the tourism sector. While there is potential for continued growth in tourism, challenges such as room shortages… read more
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Empowering Change: Transforming the Landscape of Gender-Based Violence
As a committed advocate for gender equality, I recently attended the commemoration of the completion of Phase I and the launch of Phase II of the Pacific… read more
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Tribute to Fiji’s Legendary Editor: A Life-Changing Education
Vijendra Kumar, my first boss, interviewed me for a reporter’s job in 1981 when I was just 18 years old. The one question that stood out from… read more
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Independence Ensured: MP Usamate stands firm
Opposition MP Jone Usamate has affirmed that he will not join the current government, maintaining his loyalty to his deregistered party. Usamate stated that he remains and… read more
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Dreams Deferred: The Untold Journey of Fiji’s First Local Editor
Journalism was in his blood. Why else would a young boy continue working for a newspaper without being regularly paid his wages? When he began his journalism… read more
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Tribute to Fiji’s Legendary Newsman
Reflecting on Vijendra Kumar’s enduring legacy, I turned to his 2016 publication, “A Fiji Diary, Reminiscences and Reflections of a Newsman.” His narratives stand out for their… read more
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Illegal Operation, Fatal Consequences: Woman Jailed
A Chinese national who performed an illegal and fatal breast augmentation surgery will spend an additional two-and-a-half years in prison. Jie Shao was convicted of manslaughter earlier… read more
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Tribute to Fiji’s Legendary Newspaper Editor
Vijendra Kumar was a giant in both the literal and figurative sense. Born in Nadi and a teacher by profession, he stood well over six feet tall.… read more