Business
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TotalEnergies Fiji unveils Raiwaqa service station renovation
TotalEnergies Fiji unveils a $2 million upgrade to a Suva service station, adding eight fueling points and a refreshed, more efficient setup. The renovation signals bigger investments in Fiji’s energy infrastructure and hints at more station upgrades on the horizon, aimed at delivering better service and local job opportunities.
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Tuvatu Gold Mine Poised to Eclipse Fiji’s Vatukoula with Arete Capital Backing
Fiji’s Tuvatu gold project is primed for a bold revival as new partnerships and record gold prices set the stage for a major leap. With Arete Capital stepping in, the mine could reshape Fiji’s mining scene and rival the long-standing Vatukoula—hinting at a generational shift ahead.
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Radisson Blu Resort Fiji Unveils 2025 Community Impact Across Education, Health and Sports
Discover how a Fiji resort’s Responsible Business program is shaping health, education, and youth in the community. From hospital upgrades and disability support to school digital labs and local sports sponsorships, staff-led initiatives are turning good intentions into lasting impact.
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TLTB Unveils Serviced Subdivisions to Boost iTaukei Landowner Leases
The TLTB is rolling out fully serviced subdivisions and targeted road upgrades to boost iTaukei land development. With financing arrangements that support landowners and new lease opportunities on the horizon, the initiative aims to strengthen community growth and long-term returns.
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Northern Division on the Rise: Will Local Youth Drive the Next Economic Boom?
Growth is reshaping the Northern Division, with Labasa at the heart of it. Maika Bukacadre, a young local entrepreneur, invites youths to invest in their community, embrace mentorship, and build ventures that keep opportunity home.
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Fiji launches semi-indoor dairy facility to boost local milk production
Fiji steps into a climate-smart era for dairy with a new semi-indoor feed facility designed to lift local milk production and cut import dependence. The project also serves as a hands-on training hub, shaping a more resilient, forward-looking dairy sector.
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Fiji’s Civil Aviation Authority Posts Strong 2024 Finances Amid Sector Recovery
Fiji’s Civil Aviation Authority reports a steadier financial footing amid a rebound in aviation activity, with a more diversified revenue mix and stronger government support. The measures hint at strategic reserves and grant timing moves designed to sustain operations as the sector recovers.
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Fiji’s 2025 Inflation Flips to Disinflation
Fiji’s 2025 inflation story swung from stubborn highs to broad disinflation, led by cheaper tradables while services kept some prices creeping up. The year closed near zero and early 2026 flashed negative readings again, signaling that disinflation may be cooling but pockets of price pressure remain.
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Fiji’s WIN Convention Sparks a New Wave in Women’s Leadership
Fiji gears up for a landmark convention aimed at unlocking women’s leadership and boosting entrepreneurship. The event spotlights confidence-building, capacity development, and cross‑gender collaboration as a path to a more inclusive future. A glimpse into how this movement could reshape communities, businesses, and society.
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RUP Investments Sets Fiji Solar Pace with 1.5 MW Expansion Across 11 Sites
RUP Investments is accelerating Fiji’s clean-energy push with a bold expansion of the Rups Big Bear solar footprint. From a 500 kW base to a planned 1.5 MW of on-grid solar across stores, warehouses, and a trailblazing sawmill, the move aims to cut emissions and set a new benchmark for private-sector sustainability.
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Fiji’s 2025 Inflation Turns Disinflationary, Yet Service Prices Hold Ground
Fiji’s 2025 inflation shift moved from pressure to broad disinflation with some deflation and pockets of service-price gains. The coming year hints at a delicate balance as cheaper tradables meet steady service costs.
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Fiji aviation regulator eyes tax and fee overhaul to boost finances
Fiji’s Civil Aviation Authority signals a push to raise its share of the departure tax and overhaul its fee structure and regulations. With discussions underway, reforms could reshape aviation funding and oversight.
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Labasa’s Extra Cut Barbershop: A Small Biz with Big Impact on Local Youth
Labasa’s Extra Cut Barbershop is shaping up as a standout example of sustainable small business, showing that regular grooming can fuel steady community growth. Owner Maika Bukacadre is creating opportunities for locals and empowering iTaukei youth through hands-on training, with seven staff already on board. It’s a story of grit, growth, and the unlocking power…
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Fiji Elections 2026: What Could Change for the Economy
Upcoming elections in Fiji could steer policy direction and influence the economy more than expected. With tourism and remittance support keeping momentum, the big question is whether policy clarity and easier business conditions will sustain private investment. In a shifting global landscape, diversification may be the key to resilience.
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Fiji Minister Sets Course for Levuka’s PAFCO in Tuna Supply Strategy
Key discussions between government representatives and PAFCO leadership spotlight Levuka’s fishing future. From securing a stable tuna supply to embracing sustainability and workforce investment, the talks point toward a clearer path and measurable progress for Fiji’s valued fisheries partner.
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Fiji Kava Bill Sparks Farmer Support as Consultations Open
Farmers rally behind a bold plan to formalize Fiji’s kava sector as nationwide consultations launch on a proposed Kava Bill. A proposed National Kava Council could set standards, unite growers, and safeguard Fiji’s prized kava brand amid rising international demand.
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Investing in Women, Transforming Fiji: WIN Convention 2026
Suva gears up for the Women Invigorating the Nation Convention 2026, centered on the bold theme: Give to Gain—Investing In Women, Transform Our Future. A two-day program will explore leadership, finance access, and the future with topics from digital tools and AI to climate action. Strong partner support hints at a powerful push toward empowering…
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Fiji Gears Up for WIN Convention 2026 to Elevate Women in Business
Fiji’s women are quietly driving a new era of economic momentum, turning barriers into breakthroughs across families, communities, and boardrooms. The WIN Convention 2026 is on the horizon, promising powerful conversations and real steps toward greater recognition and opportunity for women in business.
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Fiji Public Trustee Revenue Crisis as Trust Funds Run Dry
Fiji’s Public Trustee Corporation is facing a looming revenue squeeze as its core trust fund income dries up. With long-standing funds running out under policy changes, officials are weighing new paths to keep services going and protect beneficiaries. A pivotal transition looms as the organization rethinks its financial future.
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Fiji Kava Cooperatives Could Boost Landowner Profits
Fiji’s landowners may unlock bigger profits from kava through a cooperative, cluster-based approach that keeps more value in local hands and safeguards the land. Could this community-driven blueprint reshape rural livelihoods and the country’s export potential?
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Arete Capital Bets on Lion One’s Tuvatu Gold Mine with 9.9% Stake
Arete Capital Advisory takes a 9.9% stake in the Tuvatu Gold Mine, launching a strategic partnership that could reshape the project’s future. The deal includes management services under Lion One’s board and new leadership dynamics as the operation enters an ambitious growth phase. All eyes are on the mine’s high‑grade potential and its path to…
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Registration Opens for Fiji’s WIN Convention to Accelerate Women’s Leadership
Fiji’s 2026 Women Invigorating the Nation Convention marks a milestone in women’s leadership and empowerment. A two-day gathering exploring policy, finance, AI, and climate action promises insights into how investing in women can drive innovation and growth for the nation.
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Government Launches Micro-Entrepreneurship Drive to Empower Welfare Recipients
An ambitious shift from ongoing cash aid to practical, income-building paths is taking shape. Social welfare recipients have begun receiving essential startup gear after finishing basic business training, empowering them with the tools and know-how to launch micro-enterprises and forge sustainable livelihoods.
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Fiji’s Kava Export Boom Reshapes Rural Economy
Fiji’s kava story is more than a crop—it’s a rural revival. What began as a modest staple is now reshaping farms, livelihoods, and communities across the islands, driven by growth, quality standards, and local enterprise. Explore how this newfound momentum is redefining Fiji’s farming heartland.
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Seaqaqa’s $1.7 Million Market Upgrade to Benefit Vendors and Local Farmers
Seaqaqa’s new market project is poised to transform daily life for local vendors and farmers. Safer spaces and essential facilities are on the horizon, sparking optimism for the community and its economy.
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ANZ Fiji Chief Heads to London to Lead UK and Europe
A longtime Fiji leader steps into a European role, closing a chapter of growth, digital momentum, and strong local ties. The transition hints at broader ambitions for the bank across the Pacific and beyond.
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How a $30,000 Government Boost Transformed a Fiji Rural Poultry Farm
From a backyard venture started in 2012 to a thriving rural poultry operation, a $30,000 government boost is propelling growth in Volivoli. Two new sheds, a storage facility, and more than 2,300 layer birds are transforming the Devi family’s livelihood and boosting local supply.
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Fiji Airways CEO Paul Scurrah Named Member of the Order of Australia in 2026 Australia Day Honours
Paul Scurrah, CEO of Fiji Airways, has been recognised with a prestigious AM for decades shaping Australia’s transport and freight networks. The honour underscores transformative leadership, a steadfast safety focus, and a commitment to keeping communities connected and supply chains resilient—even amid disruption.
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Fiji’s Kava Boom: Local Farmers Drive Export Growth
Fiji’s kava farmers are driving a booming export scene, backed by new government support and local ingenuity. From village fields to wider markets, their dedication hints at a powerful economic turning point—and a future filled with promise for the industry.
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Fiji’s Productivity Crisis: Are Management Practices to Blame?
Productivity and workplace tensions may hinge on leadership and how people are managed. A rising discussion hints that fair treatment, smart supervision, and solid HR practices could be the real game-changers—beyond wage tweaks.