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Fiji’s hotel scene is facing staffing gaps, but local communities are stepping in in unexpected ways. From multi-generational family support to fresh, locally sourced ingredients, a more connected approach to island hospitality is taking shape.

Public input is sought as Suva’s planned 13-storey Barret Place development undergoes environmental review. The process aims to capture diverse community perspectives to help shape the project’s environmental outcomes.

New Year’s Eve in Fiji could be dampened by a slow-moving trough bringing rain, thunderstorms, and the risk of flash floods. Showers may linger into Thursday, with conditions gradually easing from the west and a twist to celebrations across the islands.

Deborah Bulai isn’t just chasing medals—she’s rallying a team. Her fundraising push to outfit Bullet Academy United athletes reveals a rare blend of ambition and selflessness, drawing praise from peers and sparking a broader conversation about community support in sport.

All 58 Fiji post offices are now connected to a centralized online network, marking a major leap in service delivery. The upgrade promises faster transactions, fewer errors, and broader access to banking and government services—especially for rural communities. A bold step toward a more modern, connected postal system and new opportunities in e-commerce and digital…

As 2026 nears, a year-in-review from the Pacific Recycling Foundation highlights bright milestones in leadership and policy, while also flagging persistent gaps that marginalize grassroots recyclers. Despite progress in 2025, everyday workers and community groups face exclusion from key decisions, sparking a bold push for inclusion and people-centered recycling in the year ahead.

Farmers are raising alarms about post-harvest gaps and limited market access that cut into earnings. Yet a wave of adaptability is emerging—diversifying products and reaching buyers directly—giving hope as the kava market evolves.

Faith leaders in Fiji are sounding a caution as Christmas celebrations drift toward excess. They urge a return to the season’s true meaning—God’s love and the birth of Christ—and call families to reflect, unite, and embrace faith-centered traditions over revelry. A message of hope and renewed devotion seeks to restore the holiday’s spiritual heart.

Suva’s kava stalls are under pressure as sales slip and prices climb amid changing farming traditions and a shift toward kava bars. With thinning supplies and evolving buying habits, vendors are diversifying into virgin oil and handicrafts to weather an uncertain year.

New trash booms are slated for key waterways as part of a bold nationwide effort to curb marine litter. With strategic partnerships, site assessments, and active community involvement, this initiative aims to protect rivers, urban creeks, and coastal areas from debris—and set the stage for future expansion.

A comprehensive safety plan is unfolding as the festive season approaches, boosting manpower, gear, and around-the-clock readiness. Enhanced patrols, checkpoints, and real-time monitoring promise a safer holiday for communities.

Nasinu is battling a growing litter issue tied more to illegal dumping and waste sorting than to pickup delays. As crews clear hotspots and residents are urged to sort and recycle, the community’s role could reshape the town’s cleanliness and sustainability.