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Rural and maritime communities are benefiting from a government Small Grant Scheme that has funded hundreds of projects—from classroom renovations to new community facilities. The program is shifting toward community-led development, with a stronger focus on women’s and youth entrepreneurship and renewable energy. As communities join hands to own and sustain these initiatives, a more…

Typhoon Fung-wong pounded northern Luzon with fierce winds and heavy rains, leaving towns cut off and communities scrambling to assess the damage. As dawn reveals debris and damaged infrastructure, officials warn that the danger may linger and recovery efforts are just getting underway.

Concerns are mounting over the treatment of Fijian seasonal workers in Australia, with officials pressing for safer housing, clearer contracts, and stronger support. As dialogues continue, leaders promise accountability and reforms to safeguard welfare, while families back home hope for fair conditions and sustainable livelihoods.

Fiji’s Back-to-School Support is back for 2026, offering relief to families as students gear up for the new term. The initiative targets eligible households and promises meaningful assistance as preparations get underway.

Antigua and Barbuda unveiled the CHOGM 2026 theme—Accelerating Partnerships and Investment for a Prosperous Commonwealth—marking a bold push for unity, growth, and collaboration across 56 nations. A new logo and a high-profile envoy signal a milestone gathering on the horizon.

Fiji’s Prime Minister heads to Tokyo for talks that could reshape bilateral ties and regional cooperation. With climate resilience, security, and development on the agenda, the discussions signal momentum toward a Free and Open Indo-Pacific and closer Pacific collaboration.

Six people, including two police officers, face court action over alleged methamphetamine shipments in Fiji. As the case advances to the High Court, the broader fight against drug trafficking and calls for accountability take on renewed urgency.

Four players from the Drua’s development program have earned spots in the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific main squad—a milestone for Fiji’s local talent pathway. With a bold academy launch and a broad scouting network fueling rapid progress, the club is shaping a sustainable future for rugby in Fiji.

Rugby fans can expect a bold pre-season as the Drua unveil plans that pair marquee matches with a focused push on local talent and community outreach. The approach signals a season centered on growth, competition, and Fiji’s rugby future.

Vatulele prepares to launch its first Sports Development TOT and ETE program, uniting local youths, teachers, and police partners for three days of sporting education and leadership. The initiative weaves sport with community safety and aims to build a sustainable, locally-led sports infrastructure across Fiji’s villages.

An aid pause between New Zealand and the Cook Islands tests a long-standing Pacific partnership. With security concerns and new partnerships on the table, trust and defense ties face a delicate rebalancing—leaving readers curious about what comes next.

A global push for a faster, fairer shift from fossil fuels to clean energy is reshaping the climate conversation ahead of a major conference. With renewables now driving the majority of new capacity and massive investments flowing in, the discussion centers on jobs, equity, and the infrastructure needed to power a just transition. The coming…

COP30 is shaping a stark warning: action must speed up, and finance must scale up, now. Renewables are rising fast, but many say Paris commitments aren’t moving quickly enough to avert a risky warming path. A bold plan to accelerate investment in resilience could redraw the map for global growth, health, and security.

Urban cemeteries across Fiji are approaching full capacity, fueling urgent debates over land, culture, and end-of-life choices. As officials weigh new burial sites and a push toward cremation, a proposed Burial and Cremation Amendment Bill aims to modernize laws dating back more than a century.

Belém hosts a high-stakes climate summit, billed as the COP of truth, where the fate of 1.5°C hinges on what negotiators decide. Vulnerable island nations push for urgent action and fair finance as talks cover mitigation, adaptation, and loss and damage. Two weeks could forge a clear path toward a net-zero future—or reveal just how…

New Zealand suspends aid to the Cook Islands amid disputes over China-linked deals and how foreign matters are handled. The move highlights delicate trust, regional security questions, and the evolving dynamics of Pacific diplomacy.

Prince Harry’s Toronto stop has people buzzing about more than a royal visit—a bold fashion moment and a quick-flared apology tour are stirring up questions about his place between a royal legacy and a California life. As he threads tensions around homeland ties and personal identity, what comes next for the duke and his connections…

Fiji ends the 2024-25 year with a tighter deficit and record government revenue, signaling improved fiscal discipline. Yet forecasts for 2025-26 point to a larger deficit and rising debt, suggesting the road to stability may still have headwinds.

Historic night as the Cook Islands seal a place in RLWC26 with a blistering second-half surge, becoming the 14th nation on rugby league’s world stage. A bold new chapter awaits in 2026, powered by rising talent and momentum that could redefine the tournament’s landscape.

Papua New Guinea’s prime minister critiques climate talks as long on talk and short on action, even as he heads to Cop30 in Brazil with guarded optimism. He’s pushing for fair financing for vulnerable nations, stronger protections for forests and oceans, and a new regional path forward.

Two days of high-energy sport brought together youth from all 12 Lomaiviti districts at Nasau Park, spotlighting talent in rugby, netball, and volleyball. Behind the cheers, leaders emphasized tackling social issues like drug use and building safer communities, with plans for more youth events on the horizon. The festival highlights a growing drive to empower…