Business
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Fiji’s Methodist Church unveils Mobil-backed $3.6M service station to fund its mission
An ambitious asset-monetization plan is taking shape in Fiji as the Methodist Church opens a new service station in Davuilevu. The venture is part of a broader push to fund mission work and community programs through revenue from its assets.
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Vision 2030: Asco Motors Fiji’s People-First Plan to Transform Fiji’s Auto Sector
Asco Motors Fiji unveils Vision 2030—a five-year blueprint built on people, partnership and progress. It’s more than business as usual, aiming for safer, smarter mobility and a stronger, more vibrant community along Fiji’s automotive journey.
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Fiji Turns to Practical Climate Regulations to Boost Green Growth
Fiji is testing a pragmatic path to climate action: enforceable rules paired with finance that works for firms big and small. As digitization and targeted reforms move from theory to practice, the daily rhythm of business could shift toward resilience and greener growth.
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Fiji’s TOPEX 2025 gets a Platinum boost from Telecom Fiji
Telecom Fiji steps up as Platinum sponsor of TOPEX 2025, signaling a bold push for leadership, digital transformation, and inclusive growth in Fiji. The partnership spotlights conversations at the intersection of policy, business, and communities—shaping Fiji’s future in a fast-changing economy.
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Makoi Market Vendor in Fiji Battles Rising Veggie Prices and Competition
Forty years at Makoi Market, Pushpa Wati’s days begin before dawn and end after nine, as she and her husband work to keep their family fed. Rising costs, spotty supplies, and tough competition test the stall, yet resilience and community spirit keep them going. A closer look at Fiji’s market vendors reveals grit, daily struggles,…
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Varavu Ba 28-Lot Subdivision Sparks Landowner-Led Development
Ba’s Varavu subdivision unveils a landowner-led push funded by the iTaukei Lands Trust Board, creating 28 lots for homes and business space and a new model for turning native lands into lasting community value.
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Nemani Nadolo Named Capital Insurance Brand Ambassador in Fiji
Rugby great Nemani Nadolo takes on a new role off the field as Capital Insurance Ltd’s brand ambassador. Known for his global rugby exploits and deep ties to Fiji, he signals a partnership rooted in resilience, protection, and Pacific pride.
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Sigatoka Water Crisis: Chamber Calls for Emergency Action and Modernisation
Sigatoka’s water disruptions are tightening their grip on the town’s economy, forcing some operators to pause work and threaten public health. The Nadroga Navosa Chamber of Commerce is pressing for urgent action, daily restoration updates, and a long-term modernization plan to stabilise the water supply. Hospitality, farming, and retail leaders warn that livelihoods—and confidence—hang in…
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FIJI Water Announces Fiji-Based Restructure With 51 Roles At Risk
FIJI Water signals a proposed restructure that could affect 51 Fiji-based roles, with a 60-day employee consultation and potential severance on the table. The plan targets the Naikabula Depot and Yaqara Plant as the company seeks greater efficiency in a challenging market, a move with broad implications for staff and communities.
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Fiji Unveils Three-Phase Koro Island Development
Fiji is moving ahead with a bold plan to transform Koro Island into a modern, multi-use village. A $500 million development aims to blend housing, business, and culture into one sustainable hub—rolled out in three phases with a long-term horizon that could redefine rural growth across the country.
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TOPEX 2025: Fiji Turns Global Challenges into Growth Catalysts
TOPEX 2025 reframes Fiji’s challenges as catalysts for growth. The conference promises bold, actionable ideas across tourism, tech, and cross-sector partnerships to shape a more resilient future.
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TCL Partners With Fiji’s Home & Living to Elevate Local Home Tech
– A new Fiji partnership is expanding access to reliable, affordable TCL home tech through Home & Living, signaling smarter living for families across the islands. – TCL joins forces with Home & Living to strengthen its Fiji footprint, hinting at more accessible, quality appliances for everyday home life. – Two trusted brands are teaming…
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The Saturday Market Advantage: Fresh Local Produce on a Budget
Saturday evenings are when the market truly shines for a shopper who hinges her family’s meals on fresh, local produce and smart budgeting. A glimpse into mindful buying that highlights seasonal bites, support for small farms, and how everyday choices can boost health and the local economy.
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Courts Fiji Unveils Fijian Made Furniture Line: Local Craft Meets Modern Durability
Discover a new collection that blends traditional Fijian craftsmanship with modern design. Made from solid mahogany, these locally crafted pieces promise lasting durability and a touch of national pride. From comfortable lounges to elegant dining and bedroom options, this lineup elevates any space with stylish versatility.
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Fiji Airports Names Three Women to Lead Key Departments, Signaling a Diversity Push
Three women are stepping into key leadership roles at Fiji Airports, guiding Internal Audit, Communications & Engagement, and Marketing & Branding. The appointments signal a bold move toward diversity, stronger governance, and renewed momentum across Fiji’s aviation landscape.
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From Redundancy to All-Year Markets: Fiji Family Expands Matrix Farms
Redundancy sparks a bold pivot as a Fiji family scales up farming under Matrix Farms, aiming to supply markets all year long. Two family plots, a mix of root crops and livestock, and a network-powered push collide with water challenges and forward-looking ambition.
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Nakasi Opens New Community Retail Hub in Fiji
A new mixed-use complex is rising in Nakasi, promising a refreshed community hub for shopping, dining, and everyday services. Anchored by a supermarket and designed to boost local jobs, it aims to make daily life easier for residents. This development reflects Fiji’s growing emphasis on local, community-driven retail.
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Fiji’s Women-Owned MSMEs Surge to 9,524, Indicating Strong Economic Momentum
Fiji is witnessing a remarkable surge in women-led MSMEs, backed by fresh data and a high-energy Suva conference. New figures show growth from 464 women-owned MSMEs in 2020 to 9,524 in 2024, with 2,617 more in the first half of 2025, spanning micro to medium enterprises. This momentum hints at deeper economic empowerment and resilience…
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Fiji Airways launches AI-powered online tour platform with AncillaryBox
Fiji Airways expands into experiential travel with a new AI-powered tour platform. Discover curated experiences in Fiji and select network destinations, with smart picks highlighting top-rated activities. A forward-looking move that blends travel, tourism growth, and authentic adventures across the airline’s routes.
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Fiji formalizes private-sector role under National Disaster Risk Management Act 2024
– A landmark step formalizes private-sector leadership in Fiji’s disaster resilience, tying business expertise and financing to planning, training, and rapid recovery when hazards strike. – Fiji elevates private industry from supporter to strategic pillar in disaster risk management, backed by new legislation and financing tools that accelerate response and rebuild. – From classrooms to…
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Fiji VAT Cut Faces Scrutiny as Regulators Crack Down on Price Compliance
VAT relief is unfolding, but authorities are cracking down on price practices. A cross‑agency task force will monitor pricing in real time, with penalties looming for traders who don’t pass on savings to shoppers.
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Fiji Aims to Expand Outsourcing Footprint at CCW Winter 2025
Fiji signals a bold expansion of its outsourcing footprint, leaning on a people-first, nearshore model and stronger ties with Australia and New Zealand. A growing talent pool and diversified services promise exciting regional partnerships ahead.
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Fiji Targets EU and UK Markets with Kava as Flagship Export
Fiji is stepping up its push into European and UK markets, signaling kava as a flagship export alongside tuna while expanding the blue economy. A new trading framework and idle capacity are underpinning bold moves, with a September investor forum aimed at unlocking fresh market opportunities.
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Disney Cruise Line Unveils Bold Fleet Expansion and LNG-Powered Ships
Disney Cruise Line is setting course for a bold fleet expansion, with LNG-powered ships on the way and a larger global footprint on the horizon. A new era of bigger ships and richer itineraries hints at even more magical voyages to come.
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Sun-Powered Labasa Printer Slashes Costs with Climate Donor Grant
Solar power and fresh stock are transforming a family-run printing shop in Labasa, Fiji. The upgrade, funded by a climate grant, slashes costs and elevates service for local customers.
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Fiji Bets on Rural Farming to Unlock Higher Growth
Fiji’s rural farming sector could be the engine of faster, more inclusive growth—if incomes for farming households rise through targeted investments and strong public-private collaboration. Improved infrastructure, better market access, and farmer support could unleash ripple effects across the economy and boost food security.
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BSP’s Nayavu Upgrade Sparks Hope for Rural Fiji Health
Community-led upgrades at a Tailevu nursing station promise more reliable access to essential medicines for rural residents.
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Fiji’s Woodchip Boom: What’s Driving the Surge?
Fiji’s forestry sector is stirring with fresh export momentum and community-made furniture initiatives. A push toward value-added timber could reshape local trade.
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Hamilton Hits Plymouth — The Unexpected Payoff
Hamilton’s arrival in Plymouth is sending ripples through hotels, restaurants and the theatre scene — a high-profile run that’s already reshaping the city’s cultural and economic life.
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NZ–Fiji Trade Conference in Auckland: A Quiet Power Play?
Business leaders and ministers from New Zealand and Fiji will converge in Auckland for a focused conference and trade mission — a moment aimed at sparking new investment, partnerships and trade momentum.