Fiji’s Under-19s are gearing up with a 20-man squad after a grueling six-day trial, as coaches keep the door open for more selections. With upcoming friendlies against an Australian side, the focus is on development and exposure ahead of future qualifiers.

A fuel slick in Suva Harbour triggered a coordinated inspection, with boats and drone surveillance scouring the area. As the tide disperses the spill, investigators remain vigilant and authorities urge heightened precautions in handling fuels and other hazardous substances to protect the marine environment.

Weightlifting Fiji capped a remarkable year with record-breaking performances and a string of podium finishes across regional and global events. A small, devoted team turned elite training and unwavering belief into strong momentum, hinting at an even brighter 2026.

Fiji is intensifying its tobacco crackdown with a five-day training for 46 future prosecutors, backed by the WHO. The program aims to modernize legal tools, boost prosecution skills, and seal enforcement gaps to safeguard public health.

Regional maritime travel gets a new milestone with Nabouwalu’s passenger terminal now open. The next phase hints at safer, more comfortable journeys—featuring a 200-meter covered boardwalk and a modern, connected travel hub—while broader upgrades to nearby terminals loom on the horizon.

Fiji advances its healthcare reform with a practical Primary Health Care Roadmap and an Essential Service Package. Leaders emphasize turning plans into real action to deliver quality care across every community. A bold step toward universal, accessible health awaits.

Delays in obtaining legal instructions from government ministries are tightening court deadlines and racking up penalties, threatening public confidence in the system. The piece explores the cost of slow responses and how better coordination could strengthen justice and protect taxpayers.

Vulnerability assessments are driving a proactive push to protect communities before disaster strikes. In rural and maritime regions, locals receive hands-on guidance and tools to map risks, plan ahead, and build lasting resilience.

An audit is underway into ten unused ambulances at the Ro Qomate facility in Labasa. Officials say the investigation will reveal whether the vehicles were properly assessed, written off, or caught in administrative delays—and what comes next for emergency response in the region.