fiji
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Fiji Accelerates Nurse Recruitment and Training to Meet WHO Benchmarks
Fiji’s health system remains under pressure as nurse numbers lag behind international benchmarks, risking frontline care. A multipronged push to recruit, train, and retain health workers signals a plan to shore up services nationwide.
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KPMG Opens Fiji Dynamix in Suva, Expanding Australia-Focused Delivery Capabilities
Fiji steps into a bigger role as a regional delivery hub for a leading professional services firm, with a new centre aimed at fast-tracking digital work and local talent development. The move highlights a focus on staff wellbeing while positioning Fiji to support growth across regional markets, including Australia.
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Fiji Braces for Fuel-Price Shock, Not Shortage, as Regulators Push Transparency and Preparedness
Fiji may face fuel price swings rather than supply shortages as global tensions unsettles oil markets. A senior adviser urges tighter price transparency, stronger local oversight, and vigilance against misinformation that could trigger panic buying. Practical steps to protect households and small businesses—amid a shifting energy landscape—are explored.
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Fiji petrol set to rise about 25c per litre by May as Middle East tensions push global oil prices higher
Rising Middle East tensions could lift global oil prices and push Fiji’s petrol higher—potentially about 25 cents per litre over the next couple of months. Expect spillovers into aviation fuel and travel costs as markets adjust to the evolving price landscape.
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Fiji Sets Health Overhaul: 300-Bed Specialty Hospitals, Rural Outreach Expansion
Fiji is moving to reshape its health sector with plans for more healthcare workers, upgraded facilities, and expanded rural and maritime access. A flagship initiative envisions 300‑bed specialty hospitals to boost local care and cut the need for overseas referrals.
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Hilton Fiji Clinches Gold and Bronze at Fiji Excellence in Tourism Awards for Guest Experience and Staff Development
Hilton Fiji lands multiple accolades at a premier tourism awards event, highlighting standout guest experiences and a strong commitment to staff development. A milestone for Fiji’s vibrant hospitality landscape.
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Fiji MP Proposes 24/7 National Drug Surveillance Network and Death Penalty for Drug Manufacturers
Parliament considers a bold, nationwide 24/7 surveillance network—linking municipal street cameras with a central monitoring system to disrupt drug networks. The proposal sparks debate over funding, cross-agency coordination, and the balance between security and civil rights.
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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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Kadavu-born Rob Valetini to celebrate 100th Super Rugby appearance in Fiji as Brumbies face Drua in Ba
Rob Valetini is set to celebrate a major milestone—the 100th Super Rugby cap—on Fijian soil for the first time. The Kadavu-born forward heads to Ba for a historic showdown, backed by family and a hometown crowd. A moment that blends personal pride with a season-defining challenge.
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Fiji and UK Kick Off Talks to Strengthen Cross-Border Crime Response
Fiji and the United Kingdom are expanding their partnership to confront transnational crime, with talks centered on sharper intelligence sharing, joint training, and practical capacity-building to bolster Fiji’s investigative response.