Business
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Labasa Airport Closure Triggers Northern Fiji Economic Alarm
Labasa’s business sector braces for a temporary airport shutdown, with talks of phased upgrades and safeguards to protect livelihoods. As new travel arrangements are rolled out, questions linger about balancing immediate disruption with long-term regional growth.
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Fiji Tourism Boom: Record Arrivals and a $2.1B Revenue Milestone
Fiji’s tourism rebound is gathering steam, delivering record visitor arrivals and stronger spend. With new accommodation projects and expanded air capacity on the horizon, the destination is pursuing sustainable, year‑round growth while keeping its cultural charm intact.
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Fiji Agripreneurs Tap Global Knowledge from Indian AgHub Delegation
An intensive week of collaboration between Fiji’s agripreneurs and an AgHub India delegation signals a bold leap toward mentorship, incubation, and broader market access. Fresh insights and cross-border partnerships promise to boost resilience and growth for Fiji’s vibrant farming communities.
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UB40 in Nadi Set to Boost Local Economy
UB40’s Nadi appearance is sparking a noticeable uptick in town life, with hotels filling up, dining spots booked solid, and transport buzzing. The ripple effects point to a broader boost for local businesses and a brighter outlook for future investments in the area.
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Fiji’s 1985 Budget Triggers Price Hikes on Everyday Goods
– In 1984, a budget nudged daily life as prices on staples, tobacco, and fuel climbed. A look back at how these shifts reshaped everyday Fiji. – Price tags rose on everyday essentials and duties shifted in a year of bold budget moves. Discover how Fiji’s 1984 landscape began steering the economy. – A quiet…
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Fiji Rugby Sets Global Brand Valuation to Unlock Bigger Sponsorships
– Fiji Rugby is pursuing a bold, global valuation to define its international worth and unlock fresh sponsorship opportunities, all while staying true to its core values. – A strategic market valuation could redefine Fiji rugby’s growth, opening doors to new partnerships while preserving the sport’s distinctive identity. – This move aims to quantify Fiji…
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Fiji Public Enterprises Deliver Dividend, Signaling Governance Push
Fiji’s public enterprises just got a boost: a $3.9 million dividend from YPCL. It signals growing strength and profitability, even as officials push for timely audits and stronger governance.
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Fiji Bets on Data, Dialogue and AI to Redefine Tourism
Fiji’s tourism leader outlines a steadier, data-driven path forward—built on collaboration, authentic dialogue, and community-led growth. From regional conversations to smart tech use, the aim is smarter decisions that benefit every corner of the archipelago. A future where culture, sustainability, and opportunity are woven into every visitor experience.
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Farm-to-Tourism Drive: Hotels to Source More Local Produce
Local farms could play a bigger role in hotel menus as a new plan to secure fresh, locally grown food takes shape. Modernizing farming, boosting agritourism, and stronger supply networks promise new opportunities for farmers and a more resilient link between tourism and agriculture.
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Shreedhar Motors Launches $9M SPX IPO, Sparks Fiji’s IPO Momentum
Shreedhar Motors’ $9 million IPO marks a bold leap into the public market, signaling renewed investor appetite in the South Pacific. The Fiji company with a 60-year legacy is aiming for a March listing as the offer runs through late February. The move underscores a rising wave of IPO activity and hints at fresh opportunities…
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Westpac Fiji’s Angeline Ram Retires After 54-Year Career Shaping Pacific Banking
After more than five decades shaping Pacific banking, a pioneering leader steps into retirement. Her journey—from humble early roles to regional leadership—has left a lasting legacy and inspired a new generation of financial professionals to push boundaries.
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YPCL Dividend Sparks Government Push for Audits and Stronger Public-Enterprise Governance
A significant dividend from a key public agricultural enterprise signals a renewed emphasis on transparency, audits, and strong financial governance. The discussion points to tougher reporting and disciplined growth as pathways to greater value for communities.
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Fiji Bets on Coconuts to Boost Farmers’ Incomes
Diversifying coconut farming could unlock bigger incomes for farmers and boost sustainability. Early surveys point to a scalable coconut industry, with seedling distributions and planting support rolling out to communities—hinting at a brighter future for rural livelihoods.
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Kadavu Women Rally for Decentralized Licensing to Speed Up Approvals
Women in Kavala, Kadavu are turning a difficult licensing maze into a wake-up call for change. Delays, travels, and mounting costs threaten the ability of local women to earn a living from selling produce and crafts. Grassroots groups are pushing for faster, closer services to safeguard these families’ livelihoods.
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BRED Bank Opens Sigatoka Branch, Expanding Western Fiji Presence
BRED Bank opens a new Sigatoka branch, signaling a fresh chapter for Fiji’s Coral Coast. With a focus on accessible, customer‑friendly service and digital banking, this move hints at bigger plans to empower homes, farms, and local businesses—and energize the region’s growth.
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BRED Bank Opens Sigatoka Branch, Boosting Farmers and Local Businesses
Sigatoka just welcomed a new banking hub, hinting at easier access to finance for farmers and small businesses across Nadroga–Navosa. With fresh competition and digital options on the horizon, the region could be on the cusp of a new wave of growth and resilience.
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Sigatoka’s New BRED Bank Branch Boosts Coral Coast Community and Youth
A new Sigatoka branch is hailed as a catalyst for local growth, expanding modern financial services for families, businesses, and the Coral Coast youth. The debut pairs with a high-profile youth development sponsorship, hinting at a collaborative push to empower the community and its next generation.
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Tradition Meets Banking: BRED Bank Opens Sigatoka Branch in Nadroga
BRED Bank marked its Sigatoka branch opening with a traditional sevusevu ceremony honoring Nadroga’s paramount chief, Ratu Tevita Makutu. The event signals the bank’s long-term commitment to the community, blending cultural respect with plans for financial literacy and broader access to banking services.
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BRED Bank Opens Sigatoka Branch, Sparking Growth in Nadroga-Navosa
A new BRED Bank branch brings a wave of change to Sigatoka, promising better access to modern financial services for residents and businesses. Local leaders describe the investment as a milestone for Nadroga–Navosa and a vote of confidence in the town’s bright, growing future.
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BRED Bank Opens Sigatoka Branch, Elevating Local Banking in Fiji
Sigatoka welcomes a new BRED Bank branch, signaling a stronger commitment to local businesses, families, and the Nadroga–Navosa community. Blending personal service with digital convenience, this expansion aims to keep communities connected while broadening local financial support.
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Fiji to Launch First Licensed P2P Lending Platform for MSMEs
Fiji is poised to launch its first licensed peer-to-peer lending platform for MSMEs. Backed by government agencies and international partners, the move could streamline funding, cut costs, and broaden access for local businesses. A major shift in Fiji’s financial landscape may be on the horizon.
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Punjas Backs UB40 Festival with Heineken and Hey Days
Punjas has teamed up with Heineken and Hey Days for the UB40 Music Festival in Nadi, promising a night of premium drinks and standout live moments. With under ten days to go, anticipation is high for a vibrant, community-focused celebration.
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OETS launches three Fiji institutes, forges industry ties to boost graduate employability
OETS reshapes the job landscape with industry-backed training as it opens three new institutes—Oceania Institute of Technology, Pacific Study Hub and Canterbury Language Academy—and links education to real work through partnerships with Telecom Fiji, Datec Fiji and Empower Pacific, plus internship pathways.
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Fiji Tourism Hits Record Arrivals in 2025 as Cruise Passengers Rise
Fiji’s tourism rebound accelerates into the September quarter, with room and bed sales edging higher and occupancies ticking up in hotspots like Nadi and Coral Coast. As 2025 heads toward record visitor numbers and a cruise surge, experts say sustainable, inclusive growth will shape the next chapter of travel.
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Fiji Tourism Growth Hinges on Stable Policies and Fast Approvals
Stability and smarter incentives are being pitched as the keys to Fiji’s tourism growth. A top Investment Fiji official argues for performance-based rewards that favor job creation, sustainability, and long-term investor certainty.
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Deluxe No. 1 Limited Extends Sunday Hours to Ease Back-to-School Shopping
Suva’s back-to-school rush is in full swing, testing families’ time and patience. Deluxe No. 1 Limited responds with extended hours and two convenient locations outside the city, promising a calmer, quicker shopping experience for the busy season.
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Fiji’s Tourism Boom Hangs on Infrastructure and Faster Projects
Fiji’s tourism boom is reshaping the economy, but experts warn momentum could stall without smarter infrastructure planning and a stronger workforce. The glare is on faster project delivery, tighter government collaboration, and investment strategies that keep the industry competitive. What changes could sustain Fiji’s visitor surge?
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Fiji Sets Data-Driven, Community-Focused Tourism Growth Plan
Fiji’s third Tourism Convention lays out a bold roadmap for the sector’s next growth phase, emphasizing data-driven decision-making and inclusive, community-led development. The gathering points to closer cross-sector collaboration to turn vision into action—with focus on digital access, e-commerce, and strategies to attract transit visitors—while keeping sustainability at the forefront.
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Fiji’s Outer Islands Struggle for Airlift as Aviation Delays Hamper Luxury Resort Growth
Rising demand for Fiji’s outer-island getaways and luxury resorts is meeting a snag: delays in aviation licensing and regulation could limit access to remote destinations. With helipad approvals and flight rules in limbo, the industry faces a bottleneck even as waves of travellers await island escapes. Could smoother skies spark a new era of island…
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DMC Fiji Drops Beef from Menu in Inclusivity Push
Fiji’s DMC is shaking up its menu and kitchen routines in the name of inclusivity. With beef removed and cooking practices under review, the move signals a stronger commitment to transparency and diverse dietary needs.