Press Release
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Design Fiji 2026: Jack’s of Fiji Launches Aisokula Textile Challenge
Jack’s of Fiji unveils Design Fiji 2026, a nationwide call to textile designers under the Aisokula label. Original hand-drawn designs could bloom into a new collection, with winners earning rewards and ongoing royalties. Beyond fashion, the contest shines a spotlight on Fiji’s creative economy and the vibrant Fijian identity woven into Bula wear.
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Midnight Bypass Opens on Queens Highway Near Semo Village
A new bypass at Semo Village along the Queens Highway is set to open at midnight, easing recent traffic disruptions. Officials praise the cooperation of local communities and remind drivers to heed signs and travel with care as the route comes online.
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Fiji Unveils Two Journals to Track Students and Athletes’ Progress
Two new journals launched in Suva aim to fuse academic achievement with sporting progress for Fiji’s students and athletes. Champions Mindset and Reach for the Stars invite young people to document their journeys, turning milestones into a tool for teachers and coaches. A locally driven, woman-led initiative that could reshape how progress is tracked in…
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Lent Hope: Fiji’s Archdiocese Mobilizes Youth to Fight Drug Abuse
During Lent, we are invited to metanoia—a turning of the heart toward hope, purpose, and the image of God in every person. In response to a hidden crisis, faith communities are shaping a journey of prayer, youth leadership, and healing through prevention, justice, and care this season.
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GIS Training Empowers Farmers to Access New Markets
Frontline officers are gaining GIS and data-collection skills to sharpen farm planning and expand market access. Early successes—such as targeted pineapple surveys enabling exports to New Zealand—show how data-driven decisions can boost farmers’ livelihoods.
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Labasa Airport Runway Upgrade Triggers Temporary Closure in Fiji
Labasa Airport is kicking off a major runway upgrade aimed at boosting safety and reliability for Fiji’s Friendly North. The works will close the airport from February 16 to March 27, 2026, as the project team engages with Nakama Village and local communities. A glimpse at a stronger future for regional air travel, with impacts…
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What Will Fiji’s Girmit Museum Reveal About Its Multicultural Heritage?
Fiji is moving forward with plans for a national Girmit Museum, a new cultural landmark meant to preserve a pivotal chapter of the nation’s history. With early consultations under way among architects, engineers, and partners, the project aims to create a space of remembrance, learning, and pride near Lautoka—honoring the Girmityas and their descendants for…
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Leadership Fiji Partners with TISA Insurance to Celebrate 25th Anniversary
Leadership Fiji marks 25 years of cultivating leaders with a forward-looking partnership alongside TISA Insurance Fiji Limited. The collaboration aims to boost the Leaders Lounge—a series of monthly dialogues that bring leaders together to reflect, connect, and shape Fiji’s leadership future. Expect conversations around resilience, inclusion, and nation-building as Fiji mobilizes its next generation of…
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Fiji’s FETA 2025: Global Judges and Strong Sponsorship Elevate Tourism Awards
With strong sponsor backing and a transparent, international judging process, Fiji’s 2025 FETA is poised to elevate local tourism onto a global stage. A celebrated theme and plans for future growth hint at a watershed moment for Fiji’s vibrant tourism sector.
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Fiji Vows to End Corporal Punishment, Embrace Non-Violent Discipline for Children
Fiji’s human rights commission is urging a shift away from corporal punishment, tying protections for children to international treaties and the constitution. The call promotes non-violent, constructive discipline that respects every child’s dignity while honoring cultural and religious values.