Business
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Fiji Hospitality Leader Wins Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2025 ANZ Fiji Excellence in Tourism Awards
Narend Kumar’s decades-long impact on Fiji’s hospitality has earned a Lifetime Achievement Award, signaling more than personal success—it’s about elevating people, mentoring the next generation, and redefining guest experiences. His leadership at Tanoa Hotel Group champions modernization, sustainable tourism, and a culture of excellence that extends far beyond any single property.
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Kolora Mason Wins 2025 Dixon Seeto Tourism Leader Award in Fiji
Kolora Mason’s win of the Dixon Seeto Tourism Leader Award spotlights service, mentorship, and resilience in Fiji’s tourism—and honors a beloved industry pioneer while hinting at a hopeful path forward for the sector.
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IHG Fiji Hotels Sweep Gold at Fiji Tourism Awards, Spotlight on Rising Star
IHG Fiji Hotels lit up Fiji’s tourism awards with multiple Gold honours for training and conference excellence, plus a Rising Star nod for Akshay Chand. Spanning InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa, Grand Pacific Hotel Suva, and Holiday Inn Suva, these wins signal a bold push in guest experiences, community initiatives, and talent development into…
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Nanuku Island Resort Wins Big in Fiji Tourism Awards for CSR and Food Tourism—A Community-Driven Triumph
Nanuku Island Resort in Pacific Harbour has bagged top honors at Fiji’s 2025 ANZ Tourism Awards, winning both CSR and Food Tourism awards after years of community dedication. A look into its health programs, local school partnerships, and celebration of authentic Fijian cuisine reveals a hospitality story that goes beyond the guest experience.
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Fiji Couple Behind Smugglers Cove Beach Resort Wins Visionary Award for Transforming Local Tourism
Mark and Janice Hinton turned a once overlooked beach into a buzzing Fiji hotspot, earning the Visionary Award for turning a dream into reality. Their grit through doubt and hardship reshaped a destination and sparked a thriving local scene.
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Fiji’s Souvenir Gap: Can Local Crafts Reclaim Tourism Revenue?
Fiji’s tourism boom could unlock a revival of its own crafts—if local artisans can lift quality and showcase authentic island-made treasures. A push for consistent standards and unique designs could keep more visitor spend in communities from north Fiji to Suva.
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Oil Surge Sparks Inflation Fears for Fiji’s Economy
Rising oil prices could push up transport costs, inflation, and household bills in Fiji as global tensions threaten the energy supply. Officials say they’re watching the situation closely, with tourism and the wider economy potentially feeling ripple effects if the disruption persists.
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Westpac Fiji Elevates Internal Talent with Two Leadership Appointments
Westpac Fiji is reshaping its leadership with two internal promotions, underscoring a steadfast focus on developing local talent. A long-serving leader steps into a key operations role, while a seasoned retail banking expert takes charge of the retail division. The moves promise a stronger emphasis on customer experience, community impact, and sustainable growth.
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Fiji-New Zealand Trade Near NZ$2B Target After NZ$1.4B Milestone
Fiji and New Zealand celebrate a major trade milestone, with two-way commerce reaching NZ$1.4 billion as of September 2025 and edging them closer to their NZ$2 billion target for 2030. Officials praise the Duavata partnership as they map a path forward, noting steady tourism and a broadened economic relationship.
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Westpac Opens Cash Withdrawals in Fiji Amid Online Banking Disruption
Westpac rolls out temporary relief as a broad service disruption hits key banking channels. Suva, Nausori, and Lautoka branches will offer cash withdrawals up to 500 while engineers work to restore full ATM, EFTPOS, Internet, and Mobile Banking services. Updates are expected as the bank works to bring everything back online.