9 h. ago Ministry sees growing demand for agriculture products locally

The Ministry of Agriculture says demand for agricultural commodities has increased and is now higher than in previous years, despite Fiji having a relatively small population. Minister for Agriculture, Tomasi Tunabuna, says the rise in demand is driven by growing market needs and changing consumption patterns. He adds that, as a result, efforts are being […]

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59 h. ago Post Fiji tightens mail security to prevent drug trafficking

Post Fiji has strengthened its security and monitoring systems to prevent the trafficking of drugs and other illegal items through the country’s postal network, as drug-related crimes continue to pose a growing challenge nationwide. Post Fiji Chief Executive Officer Isaac Mow says the organization operates under strict international security compliance standards set by the Universal […]

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4 d. ago FINTEL plays critical role in Fiji’s connectivity: Naivalurua

FINTEL plays a critical role in safeguarding Fiji’s international connectivity and there is a need to plan ahead as digital demand continues to grow. This was highlighted by Minister for Policing and Communications Ioane Naivalurua during his landmark visit to FINTEL at the Vatuwaqa Communications Centre. This visit also marks the first ministerial engagement with […]

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6 d. ago Counterfeit products a growing concern, Consumer Council cautions

Counterfeit products are becoming an increasing concern in Fiji’s markets, with authorities warning that many shoppers may be unknowingly purchasing fake goods. The Consumer Council of Fiji says while counterfeit items are widely sold, very few complaints are being lodged by consumers. Chief Executive Seema Shandil says many shoppers struggle to tell the difference between […]

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7 d. ago MoU introduces film visa for international productions in Fiji

A new film visa will be introduced to streamline entry for international film crews. The move is aimed at strengthening support for the country’s growing screen industry. The visa is backed by a Memorandum of Understanding signed between the Ministry of Immigration and Film Fiji. The agreement sets clear roles and improves coordination on visas, […]

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1 week ago Idle youths vulnerable as church leaders urge national action

Church leaders are warning that Fiji cannot afford to ignore the growing number of young people roaming aimlessly in communities. They say the lack of structure and meaningful engagement is leaving them vulnerable to criminal activities. Vice Principal of Davuilevu Theological College, Reverend Taniela Baleinakorodala, says the country needs a more honest, open and practical […]

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1 week ago Kylie Cantrall joins Masked Singer as first revealed contestant

For the first time in show history, viewers won’t be asking “Who is that?” under one of the disguises on The Masked Singer season 14 — they’ll already know. Yes, before the season has even started, a celebrity contestant has unmasked themself in a new twist for the series, but don’t worry, it was all […]

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1 week ago Barrett warns Pacific facing rising transnational crime threat

Australian Federal Police Commissioner Krissy Barrett says transnational crime is no longer a problem faced by just one country, it is a growing threat that now stretches across the entire Pacific. Barrett made the comment when asked about the KVT gang, after three Fijian nationals linked to the syndicate were arrested in Western Sydney this […]

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1 week ago Bulitavu urges action as Pacific faces rising climate pressures

Minister for Environment and Climate Change Mosese Bulitavu says Pacific Island nations are confronting increasingly severe environmental threats from eroding coastlines and declining fish stocks to the growing crisis of plastic pollution. Speaking at the Seventh United Nations Environment Assembly in Nairobi, Bulitavu said that despite these mounting challenges, the Pacific continues to lead with […]

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1 week ago India’s IndiGo battles passenger fury over luggage lost in chaos

India’s IndiGo (INGL.NS), opens new tab is battling growing passenger fury over delays in finding and delivering thousands of stranded bags, with social media flooded with photos of luggage piling up at airports after last week’s large-scale flight disruptions. IndiGo, which has 65% of the domestic market, has apologised after cancelling more than 2,000 flights […]

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2 w. ago Fiji urged to boost kava production for rising overseas demand

Fiji has a huge potential to become a world leader in premium kava production, but farmers must increase their output to meet fast-growing overseas demand. This was highlighted by Fiji Kava Founder Zane Yoshida during a meeting with Minister for Agriculture Tomasi Tunabuna last week. The meeting centered on strengthening the kava industry and exploring […]

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2 w. ago Kolinisau demands sharper defence as Fiji target maximum points

Fiji Airways Fiji men’s 7s head coach Osea Kolinisau says the team must lift its defensive standards and maintain consistency as they shift their focus to this weekend’s Cape Town Sevens. Reflecting on their Dubai campaign, Kolinisau said Fiji’s performances showed promise but also exposed critical areas requiring immediate improvement. “We’ve got to try and […]

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2 w. ago PSH Hospitals becomes surprise hotspot for global medical talent

PSH Hospitals is emerging as a training destination for international doctors, with young Australian clinician Dr. Dylan Foskett the latest to join its growing cardiac program. His move to Fiji reflects the hospital’s push to build a regional centre of excellence in advanced surgery and specialist care. Foskett says he was drawn to Fiji after […]

Science

2 w. ago 7,000 seedlings mark start of The Wonderful Company’s farm plan

The Wonderful Company, parent company of FIJI Water has taken a major step in its agricultural expansion, with the first batch of seedlings arriving in Waiqele, Vanua Levu. The pilot project will grow Persian limes, Mexican limes, lemons and papayas, marking the start of what the company says is a long-term investment in Fiji’s agriculture […]

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2 w. ago Popular shows cancelled in 2025 as networks cut fan favourites

Heartbreak was almost guaranteed in 2025 as networks and streamers cut several well-loved shows, leaving fans without the characters and stories they had grown attached to. As the year closes, a number of cancellations still sting. Poker Face ended far too soon, despite a strong second season and a finale that opened the door to […]

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2 w. ago Meadow Walker remembers father Paul 12 years after his death

Paul Walker’s daughter is paying tribute to her beloved dad. On Sunday, 12 years to the day after the car accident that claimed the Fast & Furious franchise star’s life, the model and philanthropist shared a series of images accompanied by a touching caption on her Instagram to commemorate his life. “12 years without you […]

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2 w. ago Britney Spears shares update on healing after Instagram return

Britney Spears continues to share her healing journey with fans. In an emotional new post shared on Saturday after reactivating her Instagram account amid a public dispute with ex Kevin Federline, Spears wrote in a now-edited caption, “Call it childish, silly, annoying… We grow up to become women but do you dare keep the most […]

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3 w. ago Unpredictable Dubai no worry for Walker as squad depth grows

Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s coach Richard Walker says the Dubai 7s will open with its usual unpredictability as teams roll out new players and trial fresh structures. With most sides keeping their cards close until after the Dubai–Cape Town leg, he expects the early rounds of the series to be difficult to gauge. Rather than […]

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3 w. ago Fiji updates environment law to tackle pollution and illegal development

The Environment Management Act 2005 has served Fiji for 20 years but is now outdated. Minister for Environment and Climate, Mosese Bulitavu, says the Act was designed at a time when environmental legislation focused largely on administrative processes, without the pressures Fiji faces today—rapid development, expanding urban growth, climate impacts, complex waste streams, and increasing […]

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3 w. ago Perry Baker set to make first Fiji appearance for Mike Friday Selects

Global sevens icon Perry Baker is the latest superstar confirmed for the McDonald’s Mike Friday Select 7s squad, adding even more star power to what is shaping up to be one of the strongest invitational line-ups ever assembled. Baker, a two-time World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year, will make his long-awaited debut in Fiji […]

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