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Cross-Format stars spearhead Fiji’s Fijiana push as 15s and Sevens converge
Adi Salote Nailolo and Alfreda Fisher are at the forefront of Fiji Rugby’s bold push to blend 15s and sevens talent. Their journey highlights a broader plan… read more
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Ba Methodist’s Rugby Academy Boosts U18 Deans Prospects
Ba Methodist High’s Under-18s are stepping into a new era, fueled by a newly launched Ba Rugby Union Youth Academy. With a growing talent pool and a… read more
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Transcript Delays Push Fiji Murder Case to July Court Date
Prosecutors seek extra time in a Lautoka murder case to produce crucial interview transcripts as the High Court grants a fresh adjournment. With the next session looming… read more
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Fiji FA Injury Insurance: What’s Covered and When Private Care Applies
Patel warns that Fiji FA’s player insurance largely covers injuries treated at government hospitals, with private care rarely included unless in emergencies. He urges swift injury reporting… read more
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Vatia cocaine bust: Officials clarify suspects’ nationality amid social media rumors
New statements confirm the four suspects in the Vatia cocaine case are Ecuadorian nationals with valid Ecuadorian passports—not Fijians. Immigration Permanent Secretary Aliki Salusalu says reports otherwise… read more
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Fijian Drua Poised for Super Rugby Push With Fittest Squad Yet
Glen Jackson says the Drua are at their peak—physically and mentally—as they usher in a new era with a fresh chief executive. A united, ambitious squad is… read more
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Fiji’s Community Seaweed Farm Sets Stage for Big-Scale Growth
A Fiji community-led seaweed farming project has taken a major step forward, pairing village partnership with expert training and plans to scale up operations. It hints at… read more
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Women Break Barriers at Fiji’s Suva Bowling Club
From a male-only club beside Suva’s library to a symbol of inclusion, Fiji bowls has a surprising history. The turning point came in 1955 when women were… read more
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Fijian Drua Announces Curtain-Raiser Double-Header for 2026 Super Rugby Pacific Home Games
Double the action awaits as the Fijian Drua roll out curtain-raisers ahead of three key home games. The Drua Development squad takes the field first, giving fans… read more
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Fiji Weather Alert: Heavy Rain Warning in Force Across the Fiji Group with Northwest Winds Gusting to 85 km/h for Yasawa and Mamanuca and Localized Flooding Risk
Fiji braces for unsettled weather as heavy rain and strong winds sweep across many islands. Gusts, thunderstorms, and rough seas could bring localized flooding in low-lying areas.… read more
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Palau puts deportee resettlement deal on hold ahead of referendum
Palau’s Senate delivers a surprising turn in a high-stakes immigration debate, pausing a controversial resettlement plan after a rare three-day session. A national referendum now looms as… read more
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Fiji on High Alert as Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Loom
A powerful weather system brings heavy rain and strong winds, with flood warnings in effect across the region. Communities are urged to prepare and secure belongings as… read more
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Rainy Day Clean-Up: Lautoka Church Volunteers Rally for a Greener City
Rain couldn’t dampen the resolve of Lautoka’s church volunteers as they hit the streets for a weekend city clean-up. About 30 members, including their children, combed routes… read more
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Raiwaqa Residents Rally for Holiday Clean-Up in Suva
During school holidays, Raiwaqa residents turned frustration into action, uniting families and students for a hands-on clean-up to tackle litter and clogged drains. A small, hopeful stride… read more
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Lautoka Cleanup by Shincheonji Volunteers Sparks Civic Spirit
Faith in action: volunteers from a Lautoka church turned a Saturday into a mission of service, tackling litter along a busy route and proving that community spirit… read more
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Fiji Mangroves: Coastline Shield, Climate Asset, and Blue Economy Catalyst
Mangroves are more than a coastline safeguard—they’re busy nurseries for fish and a key ally in fighting climate change. As experts warn of illegal cutting and explore… read more
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Fiji Weather Alert: Heavy Rain Warning in Effect for Fiji Group with Strong Wind Warnings Across Yasawa, Mamanuca and Northern Regions
Across Fiji, a potent weather trough is marching in, bringing heavy rain, gusty winds, and rough seas. Expect changing skies with bursts of showers and possible thunderstorms… read more
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Fiji’s Tapa Textile Returns Home After Eight Decades Abroad
Nearly 80 years after departing Fiji, a treasured tapa returns home, reviving a living thread of Fijian identity. The homecoming signals renewed cultural connections and a lasting… read more
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Pacific Islands Tighten Vaping Rules as WHO Warns of Youth Addiction Wave
Vaping is triggering a regulatory overhaul across the Pacific as governments race to curb a rising nicotine crisis among youths. With outright bans, tighter permits, and a… read more
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Fiji on Alert as TD07F Approaches With Heavy Rain and Strong Winds
A tropical disturbance is edging closer to Fiji, bringing heavy rains and gusty winds across many regions. As conditions shift through the day, residents in flood-prone areas… read more
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LTA Rolls Out Flexible Payment Plan for Long-Overdue Traffic Fines
Long-standing traffic fines may soon be settled through structured repayment plans. A new rollout targets older notices, with strict terms and potential consequences for missed payments, and… read more
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Fiji and Malaysia Eye Climate-Smart Agriculture and Trade Boost
Fiji and Malaysia are expanding ties to boost agricultural innovation and trade, with a strong focus on coconut derivatives, local market access, and climate-smart farming. Leaders highlighted… read more
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Fiji Strike Looms as CETWUF Demands Pay and Allowances From EFL
An escalating labor stalemate in Fiji could disrupt operations at a key energy provider as talks between a workers’ union and management intensify. With a strike looming… read more
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Pacific Cooperatives Unite to Shape a New SDG Action Agenda
Pacific region leaders and cooperative networks are coming together to tackle climate change, food security, and economic vulnerability through innovation and inclusive policy. A three-day dialogue will… read more
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Fiji Launches Fleet-wide Ship Safety Audits Under SSMS Regulations
Fiji’s maritime safety authority has launched a sweeping audit of ships and operators, signaling a new emphasis on safe ship management. Over the coming months, compliance will… read more
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Fiji on alert as heavy rain and strong winds loom from tropical disturbance
Fiji faces worsening weather as a tropical disturbance approaches, bringing heavy rain, gusty winds, and rough seas. Widespread showers and thunderstorms are likely across the islands, with… read more
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Fiji’s Education Bill 2025: Do Short Courses Redefine Qualifications?
Fiji’s Education Bill 2025 sparks a heated debate over micro qualifications: can short, modular courses be stacked toward formal credentials without diluting standards? Supporters say they offer… read more
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Namuka Secondary School: Homegrown Teachers Transform Rural Education
Returning teachers bring homegrown wisdom to Namuka as a new secondary school opens in Macuata, blending family and community values with urban teaching experience to shape a… read more
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Fiji LTA’s New Traffic Fine Payment Plan: Clear Recent Infringements to Qualify
A new payment plan could help motorists tackle long‑standing traffic fines, but eligibility hinges on clearing recent infringement notices first. The approach promises transparency and safety upgrades,… read more
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Fiji Cracks Down on Unlicensed Doctors as Regulators Push for Stricter Oversight
Public safety is at risk as unregistered doctors move through Fiji’s healthcare system. Regulators are calling for tougher licensing rules and closer agency cooperation to ensure every… read more