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An unlikely gathering in Washington Square Park turned a crowd of Timothée Chalamet look-alikes into a catalyst for friendship and new ambitions. The lighthearted contest teased big moments—from budding online communities to front-row invites—proving that playful connections can spark real opportunities.

Fiji’s Mohamed Ali makes a last-minute dash into the international boxing scene, stepping into the ring with limited time to prepare. At 24, he faces a tough New Zealand challenger and a chance to turn a setback into a defining moment. A night fueled by grit, ambition, and the rise of Fiji boxing.

Suva unveils an 18-storey flagship tower that marks a bold milestone for indigenous entrepreneurship and Fiji’s evolving economy. A symbol of resilience and green ambition, the project hints at ambitious expansion plans that could reshape the island nation’s business landscape.

A vibrant Fiji reception spotlighted the Indonesia–Pacific Cultural Synergy 2025, uniting ministers, artists, and Pacific communities to celebrate shared heritage and collaboration. Two workshop participants are set to travel to Jakarta for the next milestone, signaling deeper regional ties through music, weaving, and curation. A promising chapter in Pacific–Indonesian cultural diplomacy unfolds.

Rohit’s latest victory in Suva showcased a rising force in the welterweight ranks, delivering sharp technique and a dramatic finish. The night also highlighted fresh talents ready to carry Fiji’s boxing scene forward, signaling an exciting new chapter for the sport.

Sunny Morini crowned the NZPBC welterweight champion with a dramatic second-round KO at the Stratum Construction ZEG Kings Boxing Day. The night spotlighted rising talents from Fiji and New Zealand, delivering drama, skill, and a glimpse of a thriving regional boxing scene.

Fiji’s road network is getting a boost with ongoing seal maintenance and resurfacing projects. As work progresses in Tavua and beyond, drivers may encounter brief delays. The aim? Safer, longer-lasting journeys for communities across the islands.

Fiji’s FHCL marks a new era with its first local CEO and an innovative deputy chair, signaling bold governance reforms and a push toward international forest certification. The move aims to boost sustainable mahogany management, unlock broader markets, and empower local communities.

Rotuma Hospital staff are sowing more than care—after a short Grow Your Own Food training, they planted a vegetable garden and began sharing fresh harvests with patients in just two months. With weekly Thursday gardening sessions, this effort blends nutrition, teamwork, and community resilience, hinting at a broader move toward healthier, home-grown meals.

Fiji celebrates a historic public health milestone: trachoma has been eliminated, joining a select group of nations that conquered a preventable blight. Bold leadership, steady investment, and strong partnerships powered a focused plan to safeguard future generations. A story of collaboration, lasting changes, and renewed hope for health across communities.

Fiji is pursuing a sweeping reform to formalize informal settlements on state land, pairing secure leases with community-based land arrangements. The plan aims to give residents formal tenure and unlock economic opportunities, even in densely populated areas. As officials weigh lessons from past programs and the challenges ahead, the path to lasting housing security remains…

With elections on the horizon, SODELPA is ramping up preparations, focusing on greater youth and women participation and a new candidate portal. As the party readies its AGM and a refreshed grassroots push, eyes will be on how leadership and strategy may reshape Fiji’s political map.

Fiji’s labor market is shifting: demand for foreign workers is cooling even as wages keep rising. With hiring plans wavering and sectors adjusting, the economy faces a delicate balance between stability and uncertainty.