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Fiji IDC 2025 Shifts to Churchill Park for Night Fixtures
An all-star clash is back, but with a new home for the IDC. Night-time football will light up Churchill Park in Lautoka this October, as Govind Park’s… read more
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Fiji Passport Backlog Sparks Political Clash as Government Rolls Out Modernization Push
Fiji’s passport backlog has turned into a high-stakes clash over accountability and a rapid modernization of immigration services. With new stock and digital upgrades on the way,… read more
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Fiji rolls out self-swab HPV testing with same-day treatment to boost cervical cancer screening
Fiji is speeding up cervical cancer detection with self-swab HPV tests and same-day treatment. Women can collect samples themselves, get results in about an hour, and start… read more
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Fiji’s 1980s Showdown: Unions and Rotuman Title Revival
Two threads from Fiji’s 1980s public life reveal a society wrestling with democracy, unions, and a revival of traditional leadership. In Suva, a fiery FPSA meeting triggers… read more
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Suva Talks Set the Stage for the Blue Pacific Ahead of Honiara Leaders’ Meeting
Pacific foreign ministers gather in Suva for the final pre-Forum talks ahead of the Leaders’ Meeting in Honiara, as they map out the 2050 Strategy and a… read more
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Fiji to tighten court security after attack on journalists
After an attack on journalists inside a court, Fiji’s information minister calls for strengthened security and safer reporting. The move underscores a push for tougher anti-harassment laws… read more
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Fiji’s IRIS Drive: From Early Warnings to Rapid Disaster Funding
Fiji is pairing sharper disaster forecasts with a finance-ready resilience plan to safeguard communities when extreme weather hits. A flagship multi-hazard early warning system sits at the… read more
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Drua Lock In Tuidraki Samusamuvodre Through 2027
Two more seasons with the Drua cement a leadership-driven, homegrown backbone as the versatile back helps steer the club toward 2026 and 2027. read more
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Fiji Shifts Outpatient Medicines from Lautoka and Ba Hospitals to Public Dispensaries
Fiji is reshaping how outpatient medicines are dispensed, moving them from Lautoka and Ba hospitals to a growing network of public dispensaries and private pharmacies. Inpatients remain… read more
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Fiji Accelerates HIV Outbreak Plan With End-2025 Target
Fiji is accelerating its response to a rising HIV outbreak with a National Outbreak Response Plan set for completion by end-2025. Backed by government funding and international… read more
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New Caledonia Tensions Prompt Australia Travel Advisory Ahead of Paris Talks
New Caledonia stands at a delicate crossroads as political tensions intensify and a major recovery package moves to the fore. With debates over governance, citizenship, and growth… read more
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Rising Admissions at Fiji’s St Giles Spark Push for Early Treatment and Rehab
Surging admissions at Fiji’s only psychiatric hospital spotlight a widening struggle with mental illness and substance use. Health leaders are calling for earlier treatment and a new… read more
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Drua Extend Tuidraki Samusamuvodre for Two More Super Rugby Pacific Seasons
Two-season extension for versatile Drua back Tuidraki Samusamuvodre signals the club’s commitment to local talent and leadership. After a breakout season and a tough ankle rehab, the… read more
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Fiji Dengue Cases Fall as Health Authorities Scramble for Testing Kits
Fiji’s dengue outbreak is slowing, but a shortage of testing kits could complicate the diagnostic front line. Restocking is underway, yet officials warn the window to prevent… read more
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Former First Lady Kim Keon Hee Arrested in South Korea Graft Probe
South Korea’s political spotlight grows as former first lady Kim Keon Hee faces a detention warrant in a high-profile graft probe. The case arrives amid broader turmoil… read more
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Putin-Kim Call Signals Deepening Ties Ahead of Alaska Talks With Trump
Putin and Kim Jong Un discussed deepening their strategic partnership as Moscow gears up for high‑stakes talks with Trump in Alaska. The exchange signals a more coordinated… read more
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Life sentence handed down for Fiji FV Tiro II killings
Five crew members were killed in a brutal sea attack, and a life sentence with a long minimum term was handed down. Survivors and families face a… read more
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Fijiana XV Ready for Rugby World Cup with Attacking Flair and Discipline
Fiji’s Fijiana XV are banking on speed and skill, but coach Ioan Cunningham stresses smarter decisions and momentum control as they head into the Women’s Rugby World… read more
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What’s Behind Australia’s $500 Million PNG Naval Base Upgrade?
Behind the expanded Lombrum naval base lies a high-stakes mix of budget blowouts, shifting security ties, and a deeper partnership in the Pacific. As Australia and PNG… read more
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Pacific Urged to Turn ICJ Climate Ruling into Swift Loss-and-Damage Action
Pacific voices press for fast, tangible action on climate loss and damage after a landmark ICJ advisory ruling. As regional talks loom, civil society warns that momentum… read more
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Apia Roundtable in the Pacific Pushes for Concrete Action on 1.5°C Target
From Apia, Pacific leaders press for concrete action to keep the 1.5°C target within reach. The roundtable foregrounds health resilience, multisector collaboration, and accountability as climate finance… read more
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Sun-Powered Labasa Printer Slashes Costs with Climate Donor Grant
Solar power and fresh stock are transforming a family-run printing shop in Labasa, Fiji. The upgrade, funded by a climate grant, slashes costs and elevates service for… read more
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Fiji Women’s Fund Grants 970,445 FJD to 15 Groups
Fiji’s women’s movement just received a major boost: 15 organizations have been awarded 970,445 FJD to advance five strategic areas—leadership, economic empowerment, climate justice, humanitarian action, and… read more
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Fiji Diabetes Crisis Deepens as Amputations Rise, Urgent National Action Urged
Diabetes is reaching a breaking point in Fiji, affecting more than a third of the population and driving a rise in amputations. This piece explores the factors… read more
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Denarau Club Championship Sparks Fiji’s Rising Golf Talent
Denarau hosted a weekend of fierce club-championship action, with battles playing out across every division. Expect tight scores, standout moments, and a clear signal that Fiji’s golf… read more
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Participation doubles at Suva Zone Two primary schools meet, signaling momentum for Fiji athletics
Suva Zone Two’s primary schools meet marks a notable rebound in participation, with 10 schools in action and two former participants back on track. As athletes ramp… read more
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FANCA Festival Kicks Off in Nadi, Fiji with Multi-Sport Showdowns
Fiji hosts a high-energy FANCA festival in Nadi, uniting clubs from five nations for a weekend of football, volleyball, and netball. With 31 football teams in action… read more
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Unbeaten Four Set for Round 3 as Farebrother Clash Looms in Fiji Skipper Cup
Four teams remain unbeaten as Round 3 approaches, setting the stage for a thrilling weekend of Skipper Cup rugby. A marquee Farebrother clash headlines the action, with… read more
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Pacific’s Backbone: Nurses and Midwives Driving Health Resilience
Frontline nurses and midwives are hailed as the backbone of Pacific health as Fiji hosts a regional workshop on workforce resilience. The event dives into regulation, accreditation,… read more
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Fiji Women’s Fund Awards Nearly $1M to Empower Grassroots Women
Nearly a million Fiji dollars are fueling 15 grassroots groups to push gender equality, women’s leadership, and community resilience. The 2025 grants cover climate justice, economic empowerment,… read more