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Fiji’s housing ministry unveils a broader push to support families in informal settlements and those evicted, with a targeted First Home Grant pilot starting in Suva. The program focuses on households earning up to $30,000, with no age limit and a requirement of registered land ownership—opening a potential path to formal housing for hundreds.

Strokes are no longer a distant concern for Fiji’s young. Rising cases are linked to daily choices around diet, activity, and stress, threatening futures at work and within families. A new wave of awareness and lifestyle initiatives aims to turn the tide—but momentum is crucial.

Rugby is more than a game in this community—it’s a pathway to change. A focused team uses discipline and mentorship to guide young men away from trouble and toward leadership on and off the field. Their drive for success is reshaping what sport can achieve in the community.

Fiji’s COP30 team signals a bold shift: a smaller government presence and a larger mix of development partners, researchers, and regional voices. External funding covers most travel, while university experts are set to shape key discussions—hinting at a new approach to Fiji’s climate diplomacy.

A tense diplomatic tug-of-war is underway over who will host COP31, pitting regional climate urgency against competing national interests. As Pacific island leaders press the vulnerability of rising seas, Turkey and Australia push diverging cases amid stalled talks and looming deadlines. The outcome could reshape the path of global climate diplomacy.

Facing COP30, Pacific island leaders push for real action on climate—insisting predictable funding and tangible resilience are essential to protect communities, reefs, and livelihoods. With youth leadership and a regional vision driving accountability, a Blue Pacific future hangs in the balance.

Fiji welcomes a new finance minister as Esrom Yosef Immanuel takes the helm amid renewed momentum in the investment landscape. With construction activity on the rise and prices easing, the coming months could reveal how policy and governance shape the island nation’s economic trajectory. A pivotal moment for Fiji’s financial leadership and future growth.

Tunisia’s U17s hit the ground running in Qatar with a bold, technically sharp performance. The opening-day display signals a rising generation and sets the tone for a tournament full of potential and tough lessons on the world stage. An exciting start that hints at big things to come for both teams.

Questions swirl over how Fiji’s $62 million climate package will be used, with a split between a grant and a 1% concessional loan over 40 years, plus a new access system for farmers and communities. The move sits within a broader push to boost biodiversity, coastal restoration, and resilience.

Pacific leaders outline a bold path toward sustainable growth, focusing on agriculture, fisheries, and smarter trade to lift communities while protecting vital resources. A new regional strategy and cross-border cooperation signal stronger jobs, resilience, and inclusive development across the region.

Fiji is exploring a bold upgrade to Yasawa Island connectivity with a major feasibility study for a possible new airport, paired with expanded sea services. The review will weigh technical, environmental, and economic factors to boost tourism, trade, and local livelihoods while keeping sustainability at the forefront. This broader push to connect underserved regions hints…

Robbie Dolan arrives at the Melbourne Cup with a new ride and a bold dream: win back-to-back Cups on different horses. After Knight’s Choice fell to a virus, he now steers Royal Supremacy—carrying 51kg from barrier 21 in a race that could redefine his career. It’s a test of luck, skill, and the kind of…

A high-profile figure is at the center of a major drug probe in Suva as authorities push a sweeping crackdown. The unfolding court case hints at broader efforts to disrupt illicit networks and keep communities safer.

Vatutavui residents are voicing frustration after a ban on water carting deepens a fragile supply. Some households in the low-lying areas are left without water, while others report irregular distribution from a solar-powered borehole. Amid calls for action and upgrades, the community hopes relief is on the horizon.

Vatutavui Village is scrambling as weeks of water shortages push families to ration and improvise with tanks and distant streams. A single solar-powered borehole, paired with halted relief deliveries, has hundreds of residents seeking a reliable supply amid a widening Fiji-wide water crisis. The situation raises urgent questions about access, safety, and what comes next.

Denarau’s bus crash has spotlighted the daily risks faced by Fiji’s hotel workers, shining a light on unsafe, overcrowded transport and troubling wage deductions. As unions and authorities push for stricter safety checks, the hospitality sector faces renewed scrutiny over workers’ rights and conditions.