Fiji News

Financial strain and fierce determination collide as a rugby union navigates rising prep costs, shrinking grants, and a new cooperative effort to defend the Farebrother title. With a semifinal on the horizon, the season is shaping up as a test of grit and resilience.

Lautoka’s Coronation Park becomes the focus of a budding community conversation about a planned local project. Officials say transparent, inclusive discussions with residents, businesses, and environmental groups will shape a development that respects the park’s heritage and the city’s future. As sessions unfold, the city watches how public input could steer the next steps.

Injuries open the door for rising stars as the Fiji squad reshuffles ahead of the Autumn Nations Series. New talents Kitione Salawa, Joji Nasova, and Setareki Tuicuvu step up, while coach Mick Byrne emphasizes depth and balance. Fiji heads to Europe to face Scotland, Wales, Ireland, and Spain in a contest that could redefine the…

U.S. and Chinese officials converge in Kuala Lumpur for high-stakes talks on rare earths, export controls, and tariffs. As tensions loom, the dialogue aims to steady the path toward global trade stability and homegrown production resilience.

Fiji’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission eyes healing over blame, centering on listening and recognizing all who endured upheaval as survivors. With leaders backing a safe, voluntary truth-telling space, the move promises a path toward unity and renewed trust.

Fiji is pushing for a truly connected Pacific where tourism and aviation rise together. A regional dialogue highlighted an integrated, data-driven plan to align policies, upgrade infrastructure, and boost sustainable aviation for shared prosperity—aiming to leave no island behind.

Up to 60 Fiji-based medical laboratory scientists are waiting on overdue overtime pay, despite repeated reminders to the Ministry of Health. With promised arrangements nowhere to be found and little response to emails, questions are mounting about staffing, fair compensation, and the future stability of the labs.

Australian and Fiji police are boosting their cyber crime response with new digital forensics tools for Fiji’s CID, donated by the Australian Federal Police. The handover signals a broader regional effort under the Solesolevaki framework to strengthen capabilities, leadership, and trust across the Pacific. A forward-looking collaboration that highlights shared security and lasting cooperation.

A landmark set of employment reforms is facing a tense test as unions and employers clash over its direction. After years of talks, the debate centers on workers’ rights, fairness, and how to boost productivity without compromising protections.

Bulou Ryland steps up to lead Logamakita, turning heartbreak into renewed purpose for the family farm. Through the Logamakita Farmers Club, she empowers widows and neighbors, weaving resilience and opportunity into Fiji’s farming landscape. A powerful tale of perseverance, community, and sustainable hope.

Ratu Manasa Lavanua champions a mindful approach to grocery shopping—slowing down to check freshness, expiration dates, and budget, all in service of family health. He also favors homegrown produce to keep meals clean and nourishing. A thoughtful mindset that could reshape how families shop and thrive.

Fiji’s leadership faces a defining moment as a deputy prime minister resigns amid corruption charges. Prime Minister Rabuka takes on extra portfolios, keeps his salary unchanged, and pledges continuity while questions of integrity reshape the political landscape.

By day she guides risk and futures as an insurance officer, but Losana Tuitokova’s real passion shines in her handmade Kilikali Creation. Through a one-of-a-kind “blotching” technique on fabrics, she crafts distinctive Fiji-made pieces that tell a story of culture, craft, and a hopeful dream of a local boutique and legacy for her family.

Food security in the Pacific goes beyond groceries—it’s about resilient farms, local pride, and communities shaping a healthier future. This piece reveals how markets, home gardens, and smart partnerships are building a more self-reliant island life in the face of climate challenges and shifting imports. A hopeful look at ideas and actions transforming everyday meals.

Chocolate and coffee lovers, this is a sweet invitation. A tempting biscuit lineup blends melt-in-the-mouth centers with crunchy bites and nutty twists, turning an ordinary tea break into a moment of indulgence.

Home gardens are proving to be a smart hedge against rising grocery prices. Across Fiji, families are growing their own vegetables to save money, eat healthier, and build resilience in uncertain times.

Explore a new range of Hisense appliances that blend smart design with energy efficiency. From entertainment to kitchen essentials, these solutions promise everyday comfort and reliable performance—with flexible financing to fit any home.

Fiji and Australia have launched a landmark AUD 25 million governance partnership to modernize public institutions, strengthen democratic values, and improve economic governance. The initiative signals a long-term commitment to reform and resilience that could reshape governance and citizen outcomes across the region.

Fiji’s economy is on a renewed upswing, driven by a tourism rebound and a bold push into agriculture, manufacturing, and digital trade. With a focus on SME reforms, cooperative revival, and stronger digital services, the nation aims for a more diversified, inclusive path to prosperity—and closer regional ties.

Fiji ushers in a new Speaker with a storied career in law and diplomacy. Justice Filimone Jitoko’s wide-ranging experience—from the courtroom to Fiji’s international missions—promises a fresh approach to Parliament’s work and governance.

Global trade is transforming, and Fiji stands at a pivotal crossroads. TOPEX 2025 brings together leaders to explore how Fiji can stay competitive through diversified markets, digital innovation, and value-adding strategies. Expect insights on regional partnerships, sustainability-driven trade rules, and the growing services sector shaping Fiji’s economic future.