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Fiji sees investment boost
Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad says Fiji is experiencing an increase in investment confidence, with $5.8 billion worth of projects either underway, completed, or in...

Fiji’s Dr Prasad unveils $4.8b budget as deficit widens
By Kaya Selby, RNZ Pacific journalist The Fiji government is spending big on this year’s budget. The country’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Biman Prasad, unveiled a FJ$4.8 billion (about NZ$3.5 billion) spending package,...
Fiji to seek answers on bizarre no-try after Wallabies get out of jail
Fiji coach Mick Byrne said he would seek clarification with World Rugby about a contentious review that overturned a potential match-winning try against the Wallabies in Newcastle - but was based on an Australian error, and not a Fijian one. The...
Fiji gov't launches initiatives to boost affordable housing
SUVA, June 30 (Xinhua) -- Fiji's Ministry of Housing has launched three initiatives aimed at boosting affordable housing in Fiji. The three initiatives are the Housing Authority Model Homes, the Village Housing Loan Scheme, and the further...

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Fiji steps up qualification policy development
To improve the quality of national qualifications, the Higher Education Commission (HEC) Fiji, in collaboration with the Pacific Community (SPC), is working to strengthen the outcomes of local qualifications, aligning with the Pacific...

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Wallabies survive Fiji flair for comeback victory
Despite perfect conditions in front of a 28,000-strong crowd for the day match at McDonald Jones Stadium and with the prime ministers of both countries in the stands, Australia failed to mount any real pressure in the first half with too many...

'What a match. What a crowd. What a city': Prime Minister, fans on high after nail-biting Wallabies win
Wearing jerseys, waving flags and belting chants, the 28,132-strong crowd brought a roaring atmosphere to the stadium, with supporters from across the region streaming in, as well as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and his Fiji counterpart...

Fiji records 2,446 drug cases from May 2024 to 2025, majority involve marijuana
A total of 2,446 illicit drug cases were recorded from May 2024 to May 2025. Commissioner of Police, Rusiate Tudravu highlighted this during the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking event, where he stated that 2,098 cases...
Stunning Fiji try ignites Newcastle crowd

Kiwi travellers urged to prioritise health insurance as dengue outbreaks surge across the Pacific
Travellers from New Zealand planning a getaway to tropical destinations are being urged to grab comprehensive travel insurance, as dengue fever cases continue to climb in certain Pacific countries. Fiji has been particularly hit hard, reporting...

Fiji Deaf Rugby 7s crowned Pacific champions
Excitement filled the air as the Fiji Men’s Deaf Rugby 7s team defied all odds to defeat Australia 40–10 and secure the 2025 Pacific Rim Deaf Rugby 7s Championship title. The men’s team delivered a stellar performance throughout the tournament,...

Fiji eyes blacklist exit
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Professor Biman Prasad said Government is working to remove the country from the European Union’s tax blacklist, with a key focus on reviewing the Export Income Deduction (EID) scheme. Speaking at the...

Fiji Baseball targets podium finish in Palau
For Tavu Sorovakatini and Inoke Niubalavu, this week’s Pacific Mini Games in Palau will be more than just another tournament, it will be the closing chapter of a journey they started over 20 years ago. Sorovakatini, who plays first base and...

Fiji Budget 2025-26: Reduction in VAT
The Ministry of Education has been allocated a total budget of $675.4 million, an increase of $24.9 million from the 2024-2025 budget. Starting the financial year, the free education grant of $65.1 million will become fully flexible. The current...

Former New Zealand sevens speedster Salesi Rayasi to make Fiji debut v Australia
MELBOURNE – Former New Zealand rugby sevens player Salesi Rayasi will follow in his father's footsteps by representing Fiji at test level when he starts at fullback in Sunday's clash against Australia in Newcastle. France-based Rayasi is one of...

How to watch Australia vs. Fiji online for free
TL;DR: Watch Australia vs. Fiji for free on 9Now. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN. The Lions have secured big wins over the Western Force, Queensland Reds, and Waratahs, but it's all about preparation for...

Ahead of Lions Test: Wallabies plan to throw everything at Fiji, says skipper Wilson
Skipper Harry Wilson vowed Saturday Australia will throw everything they have at Fiji to avoid a morale-sapping loss ahead of the British and Irish Lions series. The last time the two sides met, the Pacific Islanders pulled off a stunning 22-15...