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Kadavu Farmers Help Shape National Kava Bill Draft in New Consultations
Kadavu buzzes with candid feedback as kava growers weigh in on a proposed national Kava Bill. Large village meetings reflect strong views and a push to shape… read more
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Fiji Corrections Taps Educator to Boost Inmate Vocational Training and Certificate Programs
From lecture halls to correctional centres, a former university teacher pivots toward rehabilitation—teaching trades, practical skills, and portable certificates to inmates. Could turning prisons into learning hubs… read more
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Fiji nurse and single mother wins Commissioner’s Book Prize after pushing through injury to finish training
A registered nurse and single mother from Rara, Naitasiri, defies the odds to win a prestigious prize. She pressed on through a serious setback early in her… read more
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Fiji joins the 1979 International Maritime Search and Rescue Convention to boost regional cooperation and rescue readiness
Fiji takes a major step in maritime safety by joining an international search-and-rescue framework, aiming to align its response with global standards and boost regional cooperation. A… read more
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Fiji Approves $16.7M ADB-Led Coastal Resilience Project Combining Mangrove Restoration and Seawalls
Fiji unveils a bold coastal resilience push, pairing nature-based restoration with engineered protections to defend vulnerable shorelines from rising seas. Led by the Asian Development Bank, the… read more
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Fiji advances life-long nutrition policy to unite health, agriculture and education
Fiji edges closer to a landmark lifelong nutrition policy that could unite health, agriculture and education. Described as a womb-to-tomb approach, the plan aims to ensure safe,… read more
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Fiji-Australia Business Mission Kicks Off in Melbourne as Vinay’s Foods Plans Labasa Expansion to Grow Exports
Fiji’s private-sector–led mission to Australia kicked off in Melbourne, setting the stage for closer ties with Australian distributors. Leaders discussed expanding exports of cowpeas, plantain and other… read more
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Fiji’s Byron Aviation diversifies into medical equipment production, creating 50–60 jobs
A Fiji-based aviation company, Byron Aviation, is signaling a bold pivot into healthcare manufacturing, planning to locally produce essential medical gear and create new jobs. The move… read more
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Fiji launches renewed TB awareness drive with free testing and treatment
Fiji rolls out a renewed TB awareness drive focused on prevention, early diagnosis and reducing stigma. Free testing and treatment are available, with practical tips to protect… read more