Big plans are underway to shield Fiji’s coastal communities from rising seas and stronger storms. The initiative focuses on nature-based solutions—rejuvenated coastlines, mangroves and riverbank restoration—while prioritizing the most vulnerable, including women-led households. Could this approach redefine resilience for communities that rely on the coast?

Farmers are pressing for urgent relief as a major sugar mill remains shut after a fire, leaving thousands of tonnes of cane unharvested. With relentless rain and a tight labor market, compensation talks and policy fixes are on the table to ease farmer losses.

Global health expert Dr. Saia Ma’u Piukala calls for a balance-focused approach that honors traditional medicine and equitable care for all. A holistic vision links mind, body, community, and nature—and envisions a healthier future for people and the planet.

Barotu village in Ra is turning a milestone into momentum with a mangrove nursery that sparked a six-figure payout and a fresh path for local livelihoods. Backed by conservation partners and government support, the project is reshaping coastlines and community pride—showing how resilience and stewardship can grow together.

Fiji Airways faced a wave of frustrated travelers after an Auckland-bound flight was canceled on a busy Christmas day. The airline issued a formal apology and flagged steps to boost real-time updates, frontline training, and future travel discounts. It’s a glimpse of peak-season pressures and a carrier aiming to do better.

New Fiji Police recruits are being urged to embrace “total policing”—a commitment that goes beyond the clock and into every moment of service. Leaders emphasize courage, discipline, and integrity as the foundation for earning public trust in a rapidly evolving policing landscape.

Rugby’s next generation in Fiji could be taking shape under a development-driven grassroots push. A renowned referee-ambassador shares how this program is cultivating young talents and a pathway toward bigger stages for Fiji rugby.

FSC U20s open their campaign with a dominant win, but the effort is just beginning. The squad is tightening defense, sharpening support play, and boosting communication under Isireli Bobo’s guidance, with sponsors’ backing and Christmas plans on the horizon.

An ambitious regional effort is underway to protect Pacific coastal and marine ecosystems and bolster community resilience. Backed by international support and a focus on shared knowledge, the initiative aims to safeguard biodiversity, bolster climate resilience, and sustain island livelihoods—hinting at meaningful changes for Pacific communities ahead.

As COP31 looms, Pacific leaders are rallying to shape climate talks through strategic partnerships and stronger regional representation, focusing on the climate-ocean nexus and resilience funding. A new regional facility and aligned development roadmaps signal a coordinated push to put Pacific priorities at the heart of global climate action.