Cane growers to receive 2024 final payment tomorrow

The Sugar Industry Tribunal has confirmed that the final cane payment for the 2024 sugar season will bring the total payout to growers to $101.13 per tonne of cane — one of the highest payments on record. In a statement, Sugar Industry Tribunal...

Outcry over park project

A three-storey building project proposed for the heart of Lautoka City has attracted strong opposition from local residents and social media users. Funded by the Lautoka City Council, the project at Coronation Park, which borders the Coronation...

WFF 2025: Pioneering Common Future For Humankind At Global-Hub On Indigenous Peoples’ Food Systems

Indigenous Peoples leaders, Ministers and High-level delegates convened today at the headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) for the Global-Hub on Indigenous Peoples’ Food Systems. Hosted in two Sami...

Golden Boot Star: Orobulu nets 7 to claim top award

John Orobulu has clinched the Golden Boot award at the FMF IDC 2025, scoring an impressive 7 goals throughout the tournament. The Stratum Construction Solomon Islands International Rewa FC striker delivered a sensational performance, showcasing...

Nalumisa visits Davuilevu Housing Project site

[Photo Credit: Housing Authority of Fiji] Minister for Housing and Local Government, Maciu Nalumisa, visited the Housing Authority subdivision in Davuilevu, where construction is currently underway for 50 model homes, including modern two-bedroom...

New Travel Guide for American Samoa Marks Major Leap for Tourism

160+ In-Depth Articles Now Live on AmericanSamoaPocketGuide.com, Providing the Ultimate Encyclopedia for Traveling in American Samoa The tourism industry in American Samoa has taken a leap forward with the launch of American Samoa Pocket Guide,...

FMA town hall forums in Tavua on Wednesday and Ba on Thursday

Building on the successful town hall forums held in Savusavu and Labasa in July 2025, the Fiji Media Association will have two new “Meet the Public and the Press” Town Hall meetings in the Western Division. These events will take place in Tavua...

Kerzner, BSP Life in Yasawa luxury resort deal

INTERNATIONAL developer and operator of luxury resorts Kerzner International Holdings Limited has partnered with institutional investor BSP Life to develop an ultra-luxury resort and community of private homes in Nacula, Yasawa under the One&Only...

Nine Upfronts: 2026 Olympics leads a slate filled with defining Australian moments, sharks, and outback murder highways

Share Tweet Share Email The Olympics were front and center at Nine’s pitch to advertisers and media today with the 2026 Nine Upfronts. Nine confirmed its full hosting and commentary lineup for the sporting event, while unveiling its roster of new...

Survivor 49: Dream Tribe Swaps

The Survivor 49 Kele tribe had a historically rough start to the season. They lost the first five challenges, which left them without flint, survival supplies, and safety. Their hunger was evident to viewers who witnessed them forget names,...

How Is XRP Helping New Zealanders Access Faster International Payments?

New Zealand sits at the edge of the world, which sounds romantic until you need to send money anywhere. Traditional banks have gotten better at international transfers, major routes clear in 1-2 days, but they still hit you with high fees,...

UAE's oldest museum to reopen following redevelopment

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi has announced that Al Ain Museum will reopen on October 24 following extensive redevelopment. Established in 1969 by UAE Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Al Ain Museum...

Whanganui rugby coach Junior Nepia excited for future of women’s rugby

The side was coached by Nepia, Sosoli Talawadua and Isoa Talawadua. Nepia said the side had a good balance of youth and experience, crediting the boosts of energy in teenagers Carrie and Teresa Rennie, Armani Martin and Diaz Gabriel. “They have...

Letters to the Editor | October 15, 2025

Seating arrangements – DEPESH RAMANLAL VARADOLI, BA I AM writing to formally express my concern and disappointment regarding the seating arrangements and crowd management during the last two days of the IDC soccer tournament held in Ba. The...

From prison to the runway: Sachin Sharma to showcase first men’s collection at Makete Show

From prison to the runway: Sachin Sharma to showcase first men’s collection at Makete Show Former inmate Sachin Sharma is preparing to make a remarkable debut as a fashion designer at this Saturday’s Makete Fashion Show, where he will showcase his...

iEPA is a gamechanger, says Kamikamica

THE Interim Economic Partnership Agreement (IEPA) between the European Union and Pacific Island countries is a game-changer for Fiji’s economy and has helped bring tangible benefits across various sectors, from renewable energy to fisheries. This...

Ultrabreaks and NGC Partner to Launch ‘Carson City Chase’ Certified Coin Break Packs

Image: Ultrabreaks / CoinWeek. By CoinWeek… Ultrabreaks, a company specializing in gamified coin collecting, announced Tuesday a partnership with Numismatic Guaranty Company to launch “Carson City Chase,” the first NGC-certified break packs in its...

Housing Authority green lights $39m loan, plans 4700 lots in 5 years

THE Housing Authority (HA) Board has given the green light to a new loan of $39million to help the entity in its planned delivery of 4700 housing lots over the next five years. The Authority made the announcement this week, saying the approved...

Discipline off the field builds performance on it – Sotutu

Discipline, commitment, honesty, integrity and punctuality are key off-field traits that shape players into better rugby players on the field. This was highlighted by Swire Shipping Fijian Drua’s Strength and Conditioning Coach, Eroni Sotutu who...

NFP President hits back at Chaudhry over cane payment claims

National Federation Party President Parmod Chand has strongly criticised Fiji Labour Party Leader, Mahendra Chaudhry for what he calls a misleading and false statement about the government’s top-up to the final cane payment for the 2024 season....