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Call for legal shield for Fiji National Provident Fund in review hearing
Asia Pacific Report
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August 18, 2025
By Elena Vucukula in Suva The main problem in for Fiji retirement is that there is no law to protect the Fiji National Provident Fund, claims a leading trade unionist. Fiji Trades Union Congress national executive board member and National Union...
Fiji announces 2026 tourism talks, eyes sustainable and authentic experiences
Pacific Media Network
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Fiji has announced that its Tourism Exchange (FTE) will return next year to unite the global travel trade, media, and local tour operators from the Pacific region. Scheduled for 27 and 28 March, the event aims to create valuable business...
Fiji Rugby teams up with RNK Group Hong Kong as official Tours Partner
Fijivillage
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RNK Group Australia company has partnered with Fiji Rakavi Football Union Limited as the Official Tours Partner of Fiji Rugby. The agreement was formally signed on Friday, in Hong Kong by Fiji Rugby’s Acting CEO Koli Sewabu and Commercial Director...
PNG to strengthen ties with Fiji
The Fiji Times
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August 18, 2025
THE Pacific’s biggest market by population and landmass size is reaching out to Fiji to strengthen business ties. Papua New Guinea, a market of approximately 10 million people and untold riches in minerals, oil, gas, agriculture, cultural...
Good depth | Nadolo commends Flying Fijians squad for PNC
The Fiji Times
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August 18, 2025
Former Flying Fijians winger Nemani Nadolo believes Fiji is ready to make a serious statement on the international stage, starting with the Pacific Nations Cup (PNC), as he backs the team’s growing depth to topple Tier 1 opposition. Speaking ahead...
Flying Fijians prepping for first PNC Test against Tonga
Fijivillage
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The FIJI Water Flying Fijians have officially entered camp as they gear up for their first Test match in the 2025 Pacific Nations Cup against Tonga next Saturday. This is their final home Test of the year before they travel to New Zealand to face...
Farmers hit production targets
FBC News
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August 17, 2025
[Photo Credit: Ministry of Agriculture and Waterways Fiji/ Facebook] Frontline agriculture staff in Serua and Namosi are delivering record results despite facing logistical and environmental challenges. Crop teams achieved 90 percent of their...
New push to boost agriculture
FBC News
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August 17, 2025
[File Photo] The Agriculture Ministry is converting rejected fruits and vegetables into processed goods to cut waste and boost farmer incomes. Agriculture Minister Tomasi Tunabuna said produce that fails to meet export standards in size, shape, or...
Greenwashing vs. Genuine Sustainability: How Fashion Retail Can Build Consumer Trust
Fibre 2 Fashion
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The term ‘Greenwashing’ was coined by an environmentalist Jay Westerveld in 1986 when he was a student. During one of his visits to a hotel in Fiji, he came across the hotel’s request to reuse towels for the planet’s sake. Jay could see through...
BATI puts Fijian stories on the global stage
FBC News
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August 17, 2025
Source: Bati - the movie Fiji’s film industry has reached a historic milestone as BATI, the country’s first locally produced feature film screens at the New Zealand International Film Festival. The movie marks a major step for Fijian cinema,...
BEHIND THE NEWS | Unlocking Fiji’s economic through women in energy
The Fiji Times
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August 16, 2025
Fiji stands to boost its GDP per capita by a staggering 30 per cent by closing the gender gap in employment, according to the World Bank latest Pacific Economic Update. But entrenched barriers, from childcare shortages to workplace discrimination...
YOUR FIJI, YOUR VOICE | PM responds to pressing concerns
The Fiji Times
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August 16, 2025
Constitution Selwa Nandan argues that former president Ratu Josefa Iloilo acted illegally in revoking the 1997 Constitution, which the Court of Appeal had upheld in 2009. He warns that recognising the 2013 Constitution would legitimise an illegal...
Fiji Airways launches new platform to book tours and activities
Wayfarer
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August 15, 2025
Fiji Airways has launched a dedicated online tour booking platform, offering guests curated access to a wide selection of tours and activities, both in Fiji and across key destinations in the airline’s network. This new service enhances the...
FIJI Water plans restructure
The Fiji Times
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August 15, 2025
FIJI Water has announced a proposed restructure that could see 51 positions made redundant across its Fiji operations. This was announced in a letter to staff dated August 13, 2025, by senior vice president of operations, Damir Hlebec. “The need...
Fiji’s Specialist Healthcare Strengthens Visitor Confidence and Regional Link
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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August 15, 2025
Jean-Yves Galinie, who had previously suffered a heart attack, began experiencing chest pain several months ago. The discomfort worsened over time, and doctors discovered he had three blocked arteries. Following medical advice from a private...
Vodafone Fiji Relaunches Pacific Island TopUp in Partnership with Elemt Technologies
Web NewsWire
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August 16, 2025
Vodafone Fiji has actually formally relaunched its Pacific Island TopUp (PITU) platform, through a tactical collaboration with Elemt Technologies, marking a significant advance in local digital connection. Chesterbrook, PA, USA|August 08,...
Fiji’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission Aims To Restore Trust and Peace After Decades of Political Crises
Inter Press Service
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August 14, 2025
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Fijian makes history
The Fiji Times
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August 14, 2025
A Fijian has made history by setting a Guinness World Record for the most companies identified by their logo in just 30 seconds. Anush Maharaj, 20, known as The Mystic, correctly named 60 companies from their logos during the official attempt in...
Agriculture show to strengthen agritourism
FBC News
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August 14, 2025
National Agriculture Show 2024 [File Photo] The much-anticipated National Agriculture Show for 2025 aims to highlight the critical role of agriculture in boosting food security, nutrition, and economic growth across Fiji’s islands. The Minister...
Meet the Fijian female engineers making their mark in Marshall Islands
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
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August 15, 2025
Thirty years ago, the presence of a female worker in the power plants in the Marshall Islands wasn't just unusual; it rarely occurred. Fast-forward to 2025, and five women engineers from Fiji are working for the Marshall Islands Energy Company in...