Features
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Arti Devi Champions Inclusive Data Governance to Empower Pacific Women and Girls
Arti Devi’s journey—from village roots to database leadership—shows how lived experience, technical skill, and family choices are driving more inclusive, data‑driven programs for women and girls across the Pacific. A story of reliable data, ethical governance, and community‑centered impact.
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Fiji mother of seven expands family pineapple and dalo farm after National Women in Agriculture Symposium
With a newborn in her arms and seven children at home, a rural mother attends a national Women in Agriculture symposium and returns with a plan to scale her family’s roadside farm. From e-commerce to new market connections, she’s turning learning into growth amid a changing climate.
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Fiji’s Arieta Tunidau Redefines Fisheries Governance by Balancing Enforcement and Ministerial Support
Two roles, one vocation: in Fiji, Arieta Tunidau blends maritime investigations with ministerial support to turn enforcement into education and stewardship. A portrait of leadership forged from craft, calm under pressure, and a strong family foundation—she signals how women in government are reshaping a traditionally male‑dominated field.
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Fiji rolls out school-based eye screenings to boost learning outcomes
Blurred vision is quietly hindering learning for many Fiji students. From squinting in class to headaches during study, undiagnosed eye problems can derail progress—unless early screening and access to glasses help bridge the gap.
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Chocolate Queen Kirsten Tibballs Launches Fiji Dessert Residency with Suva High Tea at Grand Pacific Hotel
Renowned chocolatier Kirsten Tibballs makes a rare Suva appearance with an elevated high tea, kicking off a Fiji dessert residency that promises intimate, chef-led creations and a charitable twist. The journey continues later this year at Natadola Bay with more exclusive experiences.
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Fiji Public Servant Marks 37 Years in Civil Service, Wears a Sari Daily
In Suva, a civil servant marks 37 years of continuous service — and a daily sari that keeps culture visibly alive in government life. Her steady presence and care for pensioners show how tradition and public service can intertwine to shape a community.
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Redemption Through Woodworking: A Prisoner’s Path to Freedom and a Fresh Start
At 35, Balekivuya has spent nearly half his life behind bars. With release set for August, his story hints at a second chance born from craft, faith, and the hope of rebuilding a life anew.
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Tulagi Debuts Sevataki on VT1S’s Ga Ni Vatu Album
Emerging Fijian artist Tulagi makes a striking entrance with Sevataki on the Ga Ni Vatu album. The track navigates heartbreak with an unexpected upbeat pulse, blending intimate lyrics with a refreshing rhythm. A personal journey—from local contests to a professional studio—signals a bold new chapter in his music.
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From Fruit Picker to Family Builder: A PALM Worker’s Quiet Rise
Four years of overseas work have become a promise for Luisa Delana and her family. By turning every paycheck into lasting investments—from a Kadavu home to a village boat and a small canteen, with more plans on the horizon—she shows how determination and smart saving can reshape a future. A story of resilience and self-belief…
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When the Tap Goes Dry: A Fiji Mother’s Battle with Water Shortages
Before dawn, Sevutia rises to keep her family moving—washing by rainwater and planning every day around unpredictable taps. When water runs dry for days, survival becomes a shared routine, and the dream of a steady tank grows brighter. A portrait of resilience, daily labor, and quiet hope in the face of scarcity.