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Ratu Tevita Uluilakeba Mara charts a people-first path for Lau, calling for true partnership between government and traditional leaders. A renewed focus on infrastructure, local priorities, and sustainable tourism hints at a hopeful new chapter.

A new, fully automated mobile concrete batching plant is set to turbocharge Fiji’s Western Division construction scene, expanding capacity for upcoming infrastructure and hospitality projects. This multi-million-dollar investment signals growing confidence in the region’s development and local industry.

Two milestones illuminate Fiji’s evolving bond with its Chinese community—from the arrival of the first settlers to 50 years of diplomatic ties. In a keynote that honors heritage and resilience, leaders highlight a vibrant Chinese-Fijian fusion and a future built on mutual trust, trade, and climate collaboration. A story of roots, progress, and shared aspirations.

A regional partnership is accelerating the Pacific’s health workforce, with a focus on training and capacity-building across nations. Spotlighting ENT specialization and cross-border collaboration, the initiative aims to strengthen health system resilience amid evolving health challenges.

Westpac Fiji and Rotary clubs joined forces to deliver Diwali hampers to over 550 Fiji families, spreading festive cheer with groceries and traditional sweets. A heartwarming tale of community partnership and generosity this season.

Fiji is witnessing a rapid shift in its financial landscape as mobile money use climbs across the population. Ownership and activity are rising, with women making notable gains even as gaps remain. The trend points to greater financial autonomy and new economic opportunities across communities.

Radisson Blu Resort Fiji has named a seasoned MICE sales leader to steer its meetings, incentives, conferences and events strategy. With Fiji’s hospitality rebound underway, the move signals renewed momentum for corporate and incentive travel on Denarau Island.

Storm season is approaching, and a bold warning is issued against price hikes and dodgy practices. Tight rules, routine inspections, and a call for shopper vigilance aim to keep essentials affordable and safe when the weather turns.

At just 27, Mokani Village’s Eliki Qalubau has already spent four years shaping young minds with remarkable grit. From a remote school without lights or network to ongoing postgraduate studies, his story hints at how small sacrifices today can forge brighter tomorrows.

Fiji’s export scene is gaining momentum with new investments empowering women-led ventures and MSMEs through Australian partnerships. As the nation expands its digital footprint and rolls out green and climate-smart farming initiatives, fresh opportunities are emerging for local businesses and food security.

Fiji stands at the start of a bold new chapter as a major bank unveils a Pacific-wide plan to modernize core banking, ramp up digital services, and back large-scale agriculture. The move hints at faster growth, stronger tech adoption, and fresh opportunities across the region.

Transparency meets town planning in Lautoka as a new monitoring unit tracks municipal projects and invites community input. With growth and green spaces on the line, residents are weighing how development can stay true to local values.

UTOF is launching a bold property drive worth over $500 million, set to reshape Fiji’s urban future. Through UTOF Properties, a flagship commercial complex, a premium apartment tower, and a six-storey office building are planned across Suva and Nadi—paving the way for faster growth, new jobs, and sustainable development in the years ahead.

Malolo Rugby writes a historic chapter by clinching their first Skipper Cup final after a thrilling semifinal. The underdogs’ resilience and a devoted community behind them have set the stage for a dramatic championship run. The next chapter promises more Fiji rugby pride and high-stakes drama.

Late-night violence targets public transport on Fiji’s routes, with a bus near Naboro pelted by stones and passengers left anxious about safety. The incident underscores a troubling pattern, fueling calls for harsher penalties and closer collaboration among operators, police, and communities. As leaders seek practical steps to protect both drivers and riders, the push for…

Unaisi Rokoura was a cornerstone of Fiji netball, whose passing marks the end of an era. From teenage talent to captain, coach, and mentor, her unwavering dedication reshaped the sport and inspired a generation of players and coaches. Her legacy continues to empower the next wave of talent.

MSMEs in Fiji drive growth but face financing gaps, scarce data, and tight regulatory hurdles. A proposed tiered compliance model could tailor obligations to business size, potentially easing smaller firms into formal operation while protecting workers. With development plans spotlighting MSMEs, the debate signals a pivotal shift for Fiji’s economic landscape.

The climate crisis is forcing communities in Fiji to relocate, with several already displaced and more at risk. A bold plea for rapid adaptation funding and resilient solutions spotlights the human side of climate mobility.

A new prefabricated pharmacy at Lautoka Hospital promises quicker access to medications and smoother patient flow, marking a key step in a broader effort to bring essential services closer to communities. With plans for additional facilities in the region, this development signals a stronger, more patient-centered healthcare network.

An electric second half flipped the script in Fiji’s Subrails Marama Cup semifinal. A late bench-hero sparked a dramatic win, setting the stage for a historic final and a first-ever title. Grit, redemption, and rising talent shine on the rugby field.

Former Fiji Pearls midcourt star Alesi Waqa Paul reveals how late coach Unaisi Rokoura became her guiding light—a sisterly figure whose compassion carried her through injury and uncertainty. Rokoura’s quiet strength helped rebuild a life and opened doors that reshaped Fiji netball, leaving a lasting legacy for generations to come.