Features
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Rural Fiji Teacher Earns Master’s Abroad on KOICA Scholarship
From a farming village to a master’s degree abroad, this is the story of a young educator whose life is shaped by faith, family sacrifice, and unwavering discipline. His achievement transcends personal glory—it’s a promise fulfilled to the parents who taught him to strive, and a beacon for the community he serves.
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Fiji Seaplane Adventure: Adventurous Couple’s Albatross Quest
Two fearless pilots from California captivate Fiji’s Suva waterfront with a gleaming, refurbished Grumman Albatross seaplane. Beyond its rugged exterior lies a surprisingly cozy interior, a testament to a journey that blends sea, sky, and a fierce spirit of adventure. A lifestyle of discovery that leaves you dreaming of the next horizon.
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From Present to Prepared: A 25-Year-Old’s Life Insurance Wake-Up Call
At 25, Mahia Alfereti admits long-term planning isn’t her natural rhythm. A pivotal moment and her first life insurance policy opened her eyes to how thoughtful decisions today can shape tomorrow. A tale of community, bold steps, and finding financial independence in unexpected places.
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Uru Waterfall: Fiji’s Serene Family Retreat Along King’s Road
Hidden along a tranquil stretch of King’s Road, Uru Waterfalls offer a Fiji retreat where the sound of cascading water replaces the rush of traffic. With shallow pools, cooling shade, and a welcoming village spirit, it’s a perfect family-friendly escape to unwind, picnic, and reconnect with nature.
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From Suva Market Stall to Multi-Venture Success: Fiji’s Resilient Businesswoman
From a market stall to a diversified family enterprise, Navunisaravi’s 46-year journey embodies grit and growth. Not passing Form Four never slowed her—she built a yaqona business, a restaurant, and a handicraft outlet, funding six children’s education with the belief that “it’s the little steps that matter.” As costs rise and opportunities shift, she urges…
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Vadraiyawasewa: How a Chief’s Blessing Shaped a Fiji Village
From the sugar belt to a hillside settlement, a single request grew into a living, breathing community. Vadraiyawasewa’s beginnings weave migration, land, and enduring traditions underpinned by faith and shared purpose. A quiet tale of pioneers, vanua ties, and the lasting bond of neighbors across generations.
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200 Days After Necrotising Fasciitis: A Fiji Mother’s Inspiring Recovery
Ten months after a life-threatening battle with a rare flesh-eating infection, Moira Vilsoni marks 200 days since her diagnosis and the life-saving turning point that followed. A tale of faith, family, and relentless resilience, it offers a beacon of hope for anyone facing unimaginable odds and the stigma around rare illnesses.
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Fiji’s Street Humor Sparks Talks on Education and Drugs
From a shy 19-year-old volunteer on Dawasamu to a familiar face on Fiji’s streets, Greg Randin uses humor to spark serious conversations with the youth. His street quizzes and skits turn education, cultural identity, and the drug crisis into approachable dialogue. A revealing look at how laughter becomes a tool for change—and why attention has…
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Fiji’s iTaukei Film Debut Sparks Hopes for Local Cinema Boom
Fiji’s fledgling film scene is hitting a tipping point, powered by local talent and a landmark iTaukei feature premiere. With fresh collaborations and bold new projects in the works, a vibrant home-grown cinema may be on the horizon—capturing local stories like never before.
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Fiji’s Traditional Bone Healer Bridges Ancestral Gift and Modern Medicine
Hidden in a quiet Fiji suburb, a healer’s hands carry a centuries-old family legacy. Levani Tabuavulavula practices solisoli, a traditional bone-healing art that has touched thousands, guided by faith, intuition, and lineage. This is a story of tradition meeting modern medicine, and a family determined to keep the craft alive.