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Fiji can’t afford Australia and New Zealand salary levels – FCEF CEO
Fijivillage
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Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation CEO Edward Bernard says that matching or exceeding the financial offers made by Australia and New Zealand does not make economic sense, and if the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Fiji believes otherwise,...
Fiji Pushes Back on China’s Military Ambitions, Calls for Pacific Unity
The Epoch Times
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July 8, 2025
Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka during the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) in Fiji, on Feb. 23, 2023. Ben McKay/AAP Image In a rebuke of Beijing’s growing influence in the Pacific, Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka declared during a visit to...
Fiji's ex-anti-corruption head to fight 'destroyed career' after damning inquiry
RNZ
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July 8, 2025
Ashton-Lewis, 75, was paid $AU2000 a day during the nine week hearing, which involved 35 witnesses . It took a total of six months to go through the material. Photo: RNZ Pacific / Fiji Government / FICAC The former head of Fiji's anti-corruption...
Fiji's Hotel Market: Strong growth fuelled by tourism boom - JLL
The Hotel Conversation
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JLL has released its "Fiji Hotel Market Dynamics 2025" report, highlighting the significant growth and future potential of Fiji's hotel and tourism industry. The sector has experienced substantial growth driven by record visitor arrivals, strong...
Fiji looks to make statement at home
FBC News
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July 8, 2025
Isoa Nasilasila (left) and Isaiah Armstrong-Ravula of Fiji react following their loss in the Men's Internationals Test match between the Wallabies and Fiji at McDonald Jones Stadium in Newcastle. [Photo Credit: AAP Image/Dan Himbrechts] Back on...
Fiji declares skin health a national priority
FBC News
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July 8, 2025
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services says that for far too long, skin diseases have been overlooked in global communication and dialogue, often seen either as merely cosmetic issues or only acknowledged when they become life-threatening....
Fiji’s a threat: Richie
Fiji Sun
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July 8, 2025
With deep respect for Fiji’s style of play, Ritchie empahsised the need to be prepared for both physicality and flair. Scotland’s Kyle Steyn delivers a pass during the team’s first training session at Albert Park, Suva on July 7, 2025. Photo:...
Tongan royals on historic visit to Fiji, strengthening ties and celebrating heritage
Pacific Media Network
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The Tongan King is feeling more at home after arriving in Fiji to attend the installation of one of the country’s paramount chiefs. King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipauʻu Tukuʻaho arrived in Suva on Tuesday ahead of their visit to Lakeba in the Lau...
Tongan King Tupou VI on State Visit to Fiji
Pacific News Service
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In a landmark diplomatic engagement for the Pacific region, Fiji will welcome King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipau’u, of the Kingdom of Tonga for a State visit starting today until Saturday 12 July. The official programme will commence at the State...
Leba ready to shine for Fiji Kulas in OFC match against Tonga tonight
Fijivillage
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At just 20 years old, Narieta Leba is set to light up the field tonight as she proudly represents the Fiji Kulas in their crucial clash against Tonga in the 2025 OFC Women’s Nations Cup. Leba is originally from Koroqaqa Village in Ba. She says...
PS: Fiji does not have an agritourism policy in place
The Fiji Times
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July 8, 2025
FIJI does not have an agritourism policy in place, however, a gastronomy tourism strategy being discussed at a three-day workshop could lay the groundwork for one, said Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation permanent secretary Salaseini...
Tonga's King and Queen in Fiji for historic chiefly investiture
RNZ
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July 8, 2025
The prestigious titles of Turaga Tui Nayau, Sau Ni Vanua Ko Lau and Tui Lau are being be bestowed upon Ratu Tevita this week. Photo: Facebook / Ministry of itaukei Affairs The King and Queen of Tonga are being feted in Fiji during historic...
King Tupou VI traditionally welcomed and conferred Honorary Companion of the Order of Fiji
Fijivillage
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King Tupou VI traditionally welcomed and conferred Honorary Companion of the Order of Fiji King Tupou VI arriving in Fiji. Photo: Fiji Government King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipau’u of the Kingdom of Tonga have been traditionally welcomed at the...
King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipau’u to begin historic State visit to Fiji today
Talanoa 'O Tonga
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July 7, 2025
In a landmark diplomatic engagement for the Pacific region, Fiji will welcome King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipau’u for a State visit from today until Saturday. Expect traffic disruptions and delays from Nausori to Suva between 8 to 9am to...
Mara’s installation a revival of Fiji’s chiefly dynasties
Talanoa 'O Tonga
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July 7, 2025
As I watch the joy, emotion, immense effort and exodus of people journeying to Lau for the historic installation of Ratu Tevita Uluilakeba Mara commonly known as Roko Ului – I am reminded yet again about the twists and turns of Fiji’s history,...
Young Scottish side wary of Fiji
FBC News
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July 7, 2025
Scotland has landed in Fiji with full awareness of the challenge that awaits them, heat, humidity, and a Flying Fijians side known for ferocious flair and physicality. After a narrow win over the Māori All Blacks over the weekend, the visitors are...
Scotland warned to expect a much tougher test against Fiji on Saturday
Fijivillage
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Scotland have been warned to expect a much tougher Test against the Fiji Water Flying Fijians on Saturday than when the two sides last met in November. The Scots cruised to an eight-try 57-17 victory at Murrayfield eight months ago, as Fiji had...
Tongan royals begin historic state visit to Fiji
FBC News
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July 7, 2025
King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipau’u. [Photo Credit: Fiji Government] King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipau’u of the Kingdom of Tonga will begin their state visit to Fiji today and will also travel to Lau for the installation of the Tui Nayau, Tui Lau,...
Concerns over incest rise in Fiji
FBC News
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July 7, 2025
The rise in incest cases reflects a deeply rooted social problem that requires urgent national attention. This has been highlighted by Save the Children Fiji Chief Executive Shairana Ali, who points out that several of the alleged perpetrators...
Drug use driving HIV surge in Fiji - UNAIDS
RNZ
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July 7, 2025
76.7 percent of all new infections last year were among those aged 18-34. Photo: Copyright: lightfieldstudios The United Nations says Fiji's "drug-driven" HIV surge last year, which claimed the lives of 126 people, is a "case of complacency"....