Palau Mini Games: Samoa, Fiji and Northern Marianas break Tahiti's golden streak in the pool

Samoa continue to stay in second place with a total haul of 13 gold, four silver and 14 bronze. Photo: Facebook / TeamSamoa Tahiti's dominance in the pool on day four of the 2025 Pacific Mini Games in Koror was broken by some golden moments shared...

‘Fijians radiate joy’ — how one writer found his happy in Fiji

“Time travel doesn’t require a DeLorean. Trust me, because I’m contacting you from the land of tomorrow.” That’s the gist of most of my social media posts and phone conversations as I lounge on sandy beaches nearly halfway around the globe after...

Fiji Opposes Chinese Military Base In Pacific, Says PM Rabuka

Home China Fiji Opposes Chinese Military Base In Pacific, Says PM Rabuka Strategically placed between the United States and Asia, the Pacific Islands are a focus of rivalry between Washington and Beijing for security ties. Fiji opposes China...

Team Fiji clinches two more gold medals at Pacific Mini Games

Team Fiji added two more gold medals to their tally last night at the Pacific Mini Games in Palau after swimmer, Hansel McCaig clinched gold in the Men’s Freestyle event while the Mixed 200 metres Freestyle Relay team also secured a first-place...

Fiji PM says China military presence not welcome in Pacific

Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka said on Wednesday that he is opposed to China gaining a permanent military foothold in the South Pacific region. "If they want to come, who would welcome them? Not Fiji," Rabuka told reporters during an address...

Singh feels right at home with Fiji Kulas

Source: FFA / Facebook US-based midfielder Preeya Singh’s return to the Fiji Kulas squad brings not only her skill and youthful energy but also a deep sense of connection and belonging. The 20-year-old, who last represented Fiji at the 2024 FIFA...

ANZ Bank backs 2025–2026 budget as smart stimulus for Fiji’s economic shift

ANZ Pacific states Fiji’s 2025-2026 budget is a pro-growth plan. Their assessment states Fiji is transitioning from a tourism-led economy to a more balanced economy. ANZ Bank adds Government stimulus is needed to sustain demand and support the...

Identifying forest invasive species in Fiji and Tonga using machine learning: A Pacific Islands case study

Army Rugby Union head off for historic tour of Australia, New Zealand and Fiji hoping for glory

The British Army men's rugby union team have jetted off for a history-making tour of Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. Timed to coincide with the British and Irish Lions' series down under, the Army are set for some important tests including a...

Fiji Women and Marshall Islands Men Take Day One Wins

KOROR (Palau) – The FIBA 3x3 Youth Nations League – Oceania, Conference 1tipped off with an exhilarating Stop 1 in Koror, setting the stage for an action-packed week of 3x3 action. After a day of intense competition, Fiji's women's team and...

Thinking of visiting Fiji? 'Love Island USA,' cheap flights and no visa make now the time

You got a text! But are you getting a flight? If the latest season of Love Island USA has you considering seeking your own romance in Fiji, it could be a great time to go, and you won't be alone. According to Expedia, hotel searches for Fiji were...

Fiji says would not welcome China military presence in Pacific

SYDNEY — Fiji’s prime minister said Wednesday that China should not be allowed to gain a permanent military foothold in the strategically contested South Pacific region. China has spent years cementing its influence in a string of Pacific island...

Fiji look to soften up Wallabies before Lions series

MELBOURNE :All but forgotten in the hype of a British and Irish Lions tour, Fiji have gathered in a rain-soaked corner of eastern Australia to plot a confidence-killing defeat of Joe Schmidt's Wallabies. Fiji's Australian coach Mick Byrne has...

Fiji says China military base not welcome as Pacific islands steer between superpowers

By Kirsty Needham SYDNEY (Reuters) -Fiji is opposed to China setting up a military base in the Pacific Islands, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka said on Wednesday, adding that it did not need such a base to project power, as shown by an...

Fiji steps up to fill ADF soldier shortage

Fijians may soon enlist in the Australian Defence Force as part of a potential deal between the two countries. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka said he was open to formalising an arrangement that would allow Fijians to serve in the ADF, following...

China Denies Pacific Military Base Ambitions After Fiji PM Flags Concerns

Home China China Denies Pacific Military Base Ambitions After Fiji PM Flags Concerns Fiji's Prime Minister said on Wednesday his country had development cooperation with China, but was opposed to Beijing establishing a military base in the Pacific...

Fiji looking forward rather than at Wallabies triumph

"Totally, we've done it once, so surely we can do it again and to get a win over Australia in Australia, that would be massive for the whole team," said Mata, who started at No.8 in their World Cup clash.

Fiji Va’a bags two more

Team Fiji Va’a continued their successful run at the 2025 Pacific Mini Games in Palau, adding two more medals to their collection on the second day of competition. This was their fifth medafter winning two bronze and a silver on Day One. The Super...

Fiji and Australia to collaborate on cybercrime, border security and defence

Fiji and Australia are stepping up their partnership to tackle cybercrime, strengthen border security, and deepen defence cooperation, following high-level talks between Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Australian Minister Tony Burke. Rabuka...

Fiji swimmers top 100 meters breaststroke heats event, through to the finals

22-year-old Samuel Yalimaiwai and 18-year-old Kelera Mudunasoko have both qualified for the 100 meters breaststroke final this afternoon at 5pm. Clocking a time of 1.02.67 and 1.14.20 the two athletes are currently the fastest in their individual...