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What the Wallabies have to get right against Fiji
The Wallabies have already secured a major victory when it comes to perception at scrum time – an area where they have been smashed by referees in the past. Scrum coach Mike Cron is so well regarded as a disciple of square, technically correct...

All current users of M-PAiSA and those who may register in future must provide additional personal information or face certain limits
All current users of M-PAiSA and those who may register in future must provide additional personal information or face certain limits With mobile wallet users now having to comply with additional regulatory requirements to continue using the...

Talanoa: Fiji film wins gold
John Pulu | Presenter/ Reporter/Director “Nothing is Impossible: The Primanavia Story” is a short film that follows the journey of Fijian choir Primanavia, who came together in a matter of weeks to compete at the World Choir Games — often...

Fiji PM wants his citizens to fill Aussie defence ranks

Sorovakarua’s journey of grit gets her Fiji Kulas debut
Akanisi Sorovakula [middle] [Source: Fiji Football/Facebook] 20-year-old US-based defender Akanisi Sorovakarua’s football career is a story of grit, forged through personal hardship and nurtured by the steadfast backing of her community and...

Specialised cane harvester for hilly terrain to arrive soon
Specialized hilly terrain cane harvester will soon arrive in Fiji as part of a research and development project under the Sugar Research Institute of Fiji due to the lack mechanical harvesters suitable for sloped and rugged farming areas, causing...

Salesi Rayasi debuts for Fiji at fullback against the Wallabies
Former New Zealand sevens rep Salesi Rayasi trains with the Flying Fijians in Sydney this week, ahead of Sunday's Test against the Wallabies. He has been named to debut for the Fijians at fullback. Photo: Supplied / Fiji Rugby Union Former New...

Fiji taps world powers for help
[File Photo] Fiji is stepping up its fight against transnational crime by expanding international policing partnerships. Permanent Secretary for Policing Berenado Daveta states talks are underway with several countries to help in key areas like...

$2b trade target
MEMBERS of the New Zealand-Fiji Business Council (NZFBC) are on a mission to fulfil their part in the $2billion bilateral trade target by 2030, initially set by the Prime Ministers of the two countries during the first official visit to Fiji by...

Fiji Kula eyes potential World Cup spot
“We’re going to take it one game at a time, and we’ll try our best to top the group and then go into the semi-finals.” The Fiji women’s football team had a solid build up to the OFC Women’s Nations Cup, featuring in three international friendlies...

Marie Kaipu shines as PNG defeat Sāmoa in OFC Women's Nations Cup opener in Fiji
The Oceania Football Confederation's (OFC) Women’s Nations Cup 2025 is underway in Fiji, and the champions from 2022 - Papua New Guinea - got off to a great start against Sāmoa, thanks to two goals from their legend Marie Kaipu. The match, played...

Raiwalui backs Fiji’s future
Simon Raiwalui. The 2025 Super Rugby Pacific campaign was a disappointing one for the Fijian Drua, with only four wins and finishing second last on the ladder. However, it would be forgiven for not being considered a misstep in the recent history...

PNG still a threat to Fiji
PNG led 2-0 at halftime with two quick goals for Marie Kaipu while Samoa scored their lone goal to Xevani Salanoa. Papua New Guinea midfielder Michaelyre Butubu shields the ball away from Samoa’s Oteta Kitiona during their Group A clash of the OFC...
A ceremony of silence: Echoes of mana and a chief's ascent
Protocol had dictated that the onlookers maintain complete silence and keep still for up to three hours. Photo: Facebook / Fiji Government In Fiji, a new chief from an eminent dynasty emerged before the crowds, shrouded in silence, accompanied...

Fiji Link concludes weight review to enhance ATR flight safety
Fiji Link states it has concluded a review of passenger and carry-on baggage weights on ATR aircrafts recently. Fiji Link said the safety of its guests and crew is our highest priority. “To ensure safe and efficient operations on our domestic...

Fiji Deaf rugby are Pacific champs
The Fiji men’s and women’s Deaf rugby teams dominated the Pacific Rim Deaf Rugby 7s tournament in Australia over the weekend. Our national men’s side stormed through the tournament unbeaten and capped off the perfect run with the 2025 title. Fiji...

Fiji Allocates $1.1M for Embassy in Israel
Further details on timelines, staffing, and location-specific arrangements are yet to be confirmed. The Government has allocated $1.125 million in the 2025–2026 National Budget to establish an embassy in Israel. The allocation, listed under the...

Fiji eyes $386M ADB deal for oceans and water projects
Fiji Government is in discussion with the Asian Development Bank to secure a $386.3 million finance package to facilitate the Fiji – Healthy Oceans and Water Supply Improvement Project (HOWSIP). This is stated in the Economic and Fiscal Update...

Former New Zealand sevens speedster Rayasi to make Fiji debut v Australia
MELBOURNE - Former New Zealand rugby sevens player Salesi Rayasi will follow in his father's footsteps by representing Fiji at test level when he starts at fullback in Sunday's clash against Australia in Newcastle. France-based Rayasi is one of...

Salesi Rayasi to make Fiji debut against Australia in Sunday's rugby test
Salesi Rayasi, a former New Zealand rugby sevens player, is set to make his test debut for Fiji, following in the footsteps of his father, Filipe Rayasi, when he starts at fullback in Sunday’s clash against Australia in Newcastle. Rayasi, now...