Business
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Neptune Pacific Direct Line halts new Gulf bookings amid Middle East security concerns
Pacific freight lines pause new Gulf and Middle East bookings amid escalating regional security concerns — a temporary move that could reshape near-term trade routes and schedules.
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MSC Launches Eagle Service in Suva, Directly Linking Fiji to Philadelphia and Savannah
Fiji is stepping up its trade game with MSC’s Eagle Service—a new weekly shipping link from Suva designed to speed freight to global markets and boost reliability for exporters. With direct calls to the US East Coast and streamlined transshipments via Tauranga, the move could sharpen Fiji’s edge in fresh produce, seafood, and other high‑value…
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New Zealand braces for higher freight costs and delays as Iran conflict disrupts global shipping
New Zealand could face higher transport costs, longer deliveries and even fuel shortages as global tensions ripple through supply chains. Industry voices warn surcharges are rising and routes tightening, with knock-on effects on everyday goods. The warning underscores how a distant crisis can echo to our shelves and wallets.
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Fiji Parliament to debate widening the Higher Salaries Commission remit to eight more public-sector entities
Fiji moves to expand executive pay oversight, proposing eight more state-owned bodies join the Higher Salaries Commission. If approved, chief executives across critical agencies would fall under a single, transparent framework. The upcoming debate will weigh governance gains against potential recruitment and role-specific considerations.
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Fiji Expands Disaster Reserve Access to Termite Damage Amid AST Biosecurity Emergency
Parliament approves a tax tweak to help property owners hit by a termite outbreak access disaster reserves more easily. The change broadens coverage for biosecurity emergencies, aiming to speed repairs and protect livelihoods in affected towns.
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Fiji’s Central Division Dominates Working-Age Population, Widening Regional Labour Gaps
A new regional snapshot of Fiji’s labour market highlights the Central Division as the dominant economic hub, home to the largest share of working‑age people and job seekers. It also uncovers widening regional gaps, hinting at where policy, training, and investment may tilt next.
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KPMG Fiji expands Fiji Dynamix to 104 seats to meet rising outsourcing demand from Australian clients
KPMG’s Fiji Dynamix is expanding its Garden City hub to 104 seats, with 65 already filled—including 33 graduates from the latest intake. The move highlights a rising demand for outsourced professional services and Fiji’s emergence as a regional hub for high‑skill work.
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Jet-fuel spike could prompt Fiji Airways fare hikes amid Middle East tensions
Spiking jet fuel costs linked to Middle East tensions are prompting a cautionary note from Fiji’s national carrier. Fiji Airways says rising costs could lead to fare adjustments to keep services safe and reliable, highlighting how energy disruptions are reshaping travel in the Pacific.
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Backyard to Ministry Supplier: Fiji’s Alena Berauwa Named Nursery Farmer of the Year
From a backyard plot in Ra to national recognition, Alena Berauwa’s Alena’s Nursery turns small beginnings into big opportunities for women in farming. What started with sandalwood seedlings has blossomed into a broader plant line and a growing role in government programs—proof that starting small can lead to lasting impact.
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Alena Berauwa Wins Fiji Nursery Farmer of the Year for Alena’s Nursery and Reforestation Work
Alena Berauwa’s home-grown nursery story is turning heads. Named Nursery Farmer of the Year at the Women in Agriculture Symposium, she’s expanding from a Ra-based operation to a Fiji-wide seedling network—driven by a belief that small beginnings can grow into lasting change for farming and the environment.