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• Fiji reigns in Dubai

  Osea Kolinisau has created another feather in the cap after winning his first World 7s Series tournament in Dubai this morning as a coach

• Kolinisau delivers title

  Fiji's national anthem was heard again after two years in a World Sevens Series tournament final.

• Rewa reigns

  Rewa owned the Fiji Football Association Awards night, scooping five awards.

• Vatukoro secures victory

  Supercool Vatukoro secured a well-deserved victory in the Fiji Sports Council Men's Bowl final, defeating the formidable Western Marines 10-5 in a hard-fought match.

• Seru grateful to Silktails

  Former Queen Victoria School head boy Tomasi Seru is thankful for the opportunity to develop his rugby career through the Kaiviti Silktails program, which eventually led to his selection by La Rochelle.

• NZFFI Auckland retains Pacific Cup

  The NZFFI Auckland All Stars continued their dominance in the Pacific Community Cup, defeating Manukau All Stars 2-0 in the final at Churchill Park, Lautoka.

• Fiji 7s development

  The Fijiana 7s development team is gearing up for the Oceania 7s tournament, which kicks off next week in the Solomon Islands.

• Bears win

  Flying Fijians back-row Viliame Mata and inside center Kalaveti Ravouvou both scored a try in the Bristol Bears' impressive 48-24 victory over Harlequins, with Mata making a strong debut in the Top 14.

• Vunivalu to debut

  Former Queensland Reds winger Suliasi Vunivalu is set to make his Top 14 debut for La Rochelle.

• Ali humbled by nomination

  Navua coach Saiyad Ali is humbled by his nomination for Coach of the Year at the 2024 Extra Supermarket Fiji FA Awards.

• Boys U14 200m

  Suva Rua athlete Lawrence Fatiaki clinched the gold medal in the highly anticipated Boys Under-14 200m final this afternoon.

• Girls U14 200m

  Unaisi Rusivakula of Nadi struck gold in the Girls Division, making her mark as one of the standout athletes of the competition.

• Talei helps team secure win

  Karen Talei has expressed pride in her team’s performance at the Fiji Primary Schools Tuckers Ice Cream Games, despite finishing second in the under-12 girls' 4x4 relay event.

• Fairytale finish for Ravuyawa

  Ravuyawa shines before Australia move Mario Ravuyawa will soon bid farewell to Fiji as he prepares to migrate to Australia next month, but not before achieving a memorable milestone.

• Fijiana 7s ready to shine in Dubai

  The Fijiana 7s team is gearing up for the Dubai Sevens this weekend with a fresh squad, including nine debutants.

• Lal overcome odds to make team

  For Arnav Lal, simply securing a spot in the Ra athletics side for the Fiji Primary Schools Tuckers Ice Cream Games is an achievement in itself.

• Bua back after six years

  Team Bua is back in the Fiji Primary Schools Athletics scene after a lapse of six years.

• Ratubaka's gold reinstated

  The Fiji Primary School Tuckers Ice Cream Games saw a dramatic turn in the U13 girls’ 1500m event as Merekeleni Ratubaka of Ra was reinstated as the gold medalist after her initial disqualification was overturned.

• Taveuni out to stamp mark

  Team Taveuni is in Suva to make up the numbers at the Fiji Primary Schools Tuckers Ice Cream Games.

• Bula Bay excited for exposure

  Bula Bay 7s team from New Zeland is looking forward to their first McDonalds Fiji Coral Coast 7s in January.

• Tagi will stay at the French club for the next three years

  Flying Fijians prop, Luke Tagi, has secured a new deal with French Top 14 club Bayonne.

• Rugby a platform to advocate

  With the growing issue of gender violence in the country, rugby can be a platform where people can advocate to this rising issue.

• No blame game

  Flying Fijians coach Mick Byrne and captain Waisea Nayacalevu have taken full responsibility for their 52-17 loss to Ireland, emphasizing there was no issue with the referee or match officials' decisions.

• Loganimasi in sevens dream team

  It’s been quite a year for national rugby rep Ponipate Loganimasi after being named in the Men’s Sevens Dream Team of the Year at the World Rugby Awards.

• Corrie hockey legacy

  Hockey runs in the family for the Corries'.

• Indiscipline cost Flying Fijians in Dublin

  The Flying Fijians have ended their November tour with a disappointing 52-17 loss to Ireland at Aviva Stadium in Dublin.

• Men's final duration

  The 2025 McDonalds Fiji Coral Coast 7s is going to be slightly different compared to the previous years.

• Rehaan determined to follow dad's footsteps

  A young darts player is eager to continue the family legacy.

• Seven new reps in the side

  One of the newest members of the Fiji Warriors women’s hockey team, Glynis Valentine, is grateful for the opportunity she's been given.

• New Fijiana 7s side

  Only four out of the 13 players named by Interim Head Coach, Timoci Volavola, in his Fijiana side for the Dubai tournament have World Sevens Series experience.

• Talacolo and Naikusa send best wishes to teammates in Dubai

  Despite not making the Fiji Men’s 7s squad to the Dubai 7s, 22-year-old Viliame Naikausa is wishing his team mates all the best at the opening leg of the World Series.

• New prep for Fiji women's hockey

  The Fiji men's and women's hockey sides have been named for the Oceania Pacific Cup next month in Suva.

• France beat Argentina to Stay Unbeaten in Autumn Nations Series

  After beating the All Blacks last week, France eased to a 37-23 victory over an ill-disciplined Argentina today in a bitterly cold Paris.

• Maintaining momentum is key

  The Flying Fijians are gearing up for a massive challenge this weekend as they face world number one, Ireland, at Aviva Stadium.

• Top teams in

  Registrations for the 14th McDonalds Fiji Coral Coast 7s are now closed.

• Yalovata advocates drug free sports

  The 4th Fiji Bitter Yalovata 7s in Levuka is advocating on the theme: "Say no to drugs and keep rugby clean.”

• Nasinu excited to compete

  Despite a short period of time for preparation, team Nasinu is adamant about giving other districts a run for their money at the upcoming Fiji Primary School Tuckers Ice Cream Games next week.

• Fiji map way past Ireland

  The Flying Fijians spent the last two days mapping a way past Ireland this weekend.

• Naidei looking to stamp her mark

  After 15 years of playing rugby, 30-year-old Livia Naidei is now aiming to make her mark in the World Series.

• Yalovata 7s kicks off in Levuka

  The 4th Fiji Bitter Sevens Series Yalovata Lomaiviti 7s Tournament kicked off yesterday at Nasau Park in Levuka, bringing together a vibrant mix of rugby, volleyball, and netball competitions.

• Nakacia out to prove worth

  Pursing a career in rugby is part of Vika Nakacia's plan to help her further her studies.

• Ireland wary of Flying Fijians

  World number two side, Ireland, has stepped up their preparations for the unpredictable Flying Fijians.

• Two home games for Drua women

  The Rooster Chicken Fijian Drua Women will host the Reds and Brumbies in next season's Super Rugby W, with fixtures released.

• Pacific Cup to commence next week

  The Flick Hygiene Pacific Community Cup is just around the corner with four top teams from Fiji and four overseas teams competing in the tournament.

• New faces in Fijiana 7s

  The Fijiana 7s team is gearing up for the Dubai 7s tournament with a fresh lineup under the guidance of Head Coach Jim Volavola.

• Pool drawn for Oceania 7s

  The Fiji men’s 7s development team will face Tuvalu and Nauru in Pool A of the 2024 Oceania Rugby Sevens Championship in the Solomon Islands.

• Competition to instill moral values

  Fiji Primary Schools Athletics Association president Patrick Bower says one of the main objectives in having students take part in athletics is to instill values and morals that will benefit them in the future.

• Important week for weightlifting

  Weightlifting Fiji is preparing for a crucial week as its junior and youth lifters get ready to compete in the Oceania Weightlifting Federation online tournament.

• Fitness was key in win

  The Flying Fijians’ 33-19 win over Spain was powered by their physical fitness and resilience, key factors that helped them overcome a tough first half.

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• News Videos

• Performance gaps

  The 2024 Year 8 Examination results, while indicating an overall pass rate of 69 percent has exposed a persistent gap in academic performance between urban and rural students, as well as among different ethnic groups.

• Parliament to debate TRC bill

  Parliament members will debate on the Fiji Truth and Reconciliation Commission Bill 2024 on Wednesday.

• RFMF peacekeeping missions

  In response to concerns about the safety of Fijian troops deployed to the middle east for peacekeeping missions, Minister for Home Affairs, Pio Tikoduadua, assures that the safety of soldiers remains a top priority.

• Key findings

  The newly launched health report on Fiji’s health system reveals that women in Fiji are facing serious health risks due to non-communicable diseases.

• Celebrating innovations

  The Prime Minister’s International Business Awards last night celebrated innovations that benefit not only the present but also future generations.

• Disaster resilience

  Disaster resilience is not the responsibility of governments alone

• Google invests US$250 million in Fiji

  Fiji is set to leap into a digitally advanced economy, paving the way for innovation and opportunities.

• Tabuya defends proposal

  Minister for Children Lynda Tabuya argued that increasing the age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 14 will ease the workload for the Fiji Police Force.

• Transformative action

  Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka is calling for urgent, collaborative action to reform the health system, highlighting its critical role in addressing the nation’s non-communicable diseases crisis and ensuring long-term economic and social well-being.

• Fuel and LPG prices to increase

  Fuel and LPG prices are set to increase.

• Fiji's health system not equipped well

  Fiji's health system is neither appropriately structured nor equipped to prevent and manage the alarming disease burden.

• Medicine supply

  The Health Ministry is facing a severe shortage of essential medications, with over 100 vital drugs currently out of stock, threatening the health and well-being of patients across Fiji.

• Alleged harassment

  Following allegations of sexual harassment against some odd 30 female students at the University of the South Pacific, a male student has come forward to share troubling accounts of alleged sexual misconduct by a lecturer.

• Polydrug use a concern

  The simultaneous use of multiple substances, referred to as "polydrug use," is emerging as a growing public health concern.

• Moana 2 now in cinemas

  With Moana 2 now screening in cinemas, the excitement is off the roof, and it is a much-anticipated return after eight long years.

• Fiji's life expectancy is 68years

  The latest Fiji Health Sector Review report by the World Bank reveals that Fijians are not reaching their full productive potential due to poor health outcomes.

• WAF faces challenges in wastewater management

  The Water Authority of Fiji is grappling with critical challenges in wastewater treatment and regulatory compliance says Chief Executive Dr Amit Chanan.

• Drug use within home environment

  The rising prevalence of drug abuse is causing a domino effect on societal challenges, warns Substance Abuse Advisory Council Specialized AOD Counsellor, Vilisimani Rakikau.

• Grace road president bailed

  Grace Road President Daniel Kim has been granted bail.

• Police one with spot checks in schools

  The Fiji Police Force believes that carrying out spot checks in schools is necessary as a means of protecting children.

• Suva bus stand roads a safety hazard

  The Fiji Bus Operators Association is calling for immediate intervention to fix the critical road leading to the Suva Bus Stand.

• Lecturer resigns amidst alleged sexual harrassment claims

  A lecturer at the University of the South Pacific has resigned amidst claims that he sexually harassed more than 30 female students over the past three years.

• SAAC notes shift in the demographics

  The escalating drug crisis is no longer confined to high schools only.

• Volatabu calls for dialogue in the Vanua

  Minister for Justice Siromi Turaga says no one has the legal power to evict people from their villages.

• Improving testing and enforcement

  The Fiji Police Forensic Science Services is currently unable to test all substances classified globally as illicit drugs, as their machines cannot detect them.

• More than 3000 students implicated

  More than 3,500 students in Fiji have been involved in illicit drug activities this year, raising serious concerns about the state of the country's youth.

• PS can allow school bag checks

  The Permanent Secretary for Education, under the provisions of the Education Act of 1966, can authorize spot checks of students’ school bags.

• Hinderance in fight against illicit drugs

  The culture of silence has hindered the conversation among Fijians on the fight against illicit drugs, says Drug Free World Fiji Founder Kalesi Volatabu.

• Justice Minister calls for strengthened collaboration to tackle crime

  Justice Minister Siromi Turaga is calling for increased vigilance and strengthened collaboration among law enforcement agencies to combat rising crime rates, particularly in areas like drug trafficking, child exploitation, and cybercrime.

• Developing nations criticize $300B COP29 climate deal

  Countries at the COP29 summit in Baku adopted a $300 billion a year global finance target today to help poorer nations cope with impacts of climate change, a deal its intended recipients criticized as woefully insufficient.

• 16 Days of activism against gender based violence

  An advocate for women’s rights is calling for greater male involvement in addressing domestic violence, emphasizing that it is not solely a women’s issue but a societal problem requiring collective action.

• US Fiji strengthen relations

  Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has welcomed the active engagement of the United States in strengthening bilateral ties, particularly in defense and security.

• Child protection

  A group of parents, child advocates, and community leaders gathered today to reaffirm their commitment to ending abuse and neglect during a special event marking Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect Day and World Children’s Day.

• Summit identifies neet to strengthen gaps

  The 5th Fiji Psychological Summit focused on adapting psychological practices to Fiji’s diverse cultural landscape, ensuring mental health interventions align with both traditional values and contemporary challenges.

• Every town has HIV, says Dr Devi

  HIV cases have been reported in every city, town, and even in Fiji's maritime areas, says Dr. Racheal Devi, head of the Family Health Unit.

• Investigation underway into the passport allegation

  Acting Police Commissioner Sakeo Raikaci confirms that there are now two sets of investigations underway in relation to Grace Road.

• Court to define penalties

  Acting Chief Justice Salesi Temo has called on politicians to assist the court to define penalties for drug offenders.

• DDP annual conference

  At least one of the major telecommunications companies in the country has affirmed today that it will not invest in spy technology.

• Midwife shortage strains health

  Concerns have been raised regarding the shortage of midwives in the country, with only around 200 midwives currently serving a childbearing population of 300,000.

• Concerns over medical negligence

  Medical negligence is an ongoing issue in our healthcare system, with incidents occurring almost every day; however, only a few are ever reported or made public.

• Upward trend in drug cases

  Between 2019 and 2023, the country recorded a total of 6659 drug cases, with an upward trend in annual numbers.

• Criminal activities

  Young children in the country are becoming more frequently involved in criminal activities.

• Shift in ethical foundation

  The ethical foundations of Fijian society have undergone significant changes, impacting how children are valued and cared for.

• Direct budget support

  Fiji and other Pacific Islands nations believe that the current direct budget support from Australia and New Zealand is the best form of climate financing model for Fiji and the Pacific.

• Climate leadership

  As COP29 discussions intensify on the global stage, the newly appointed French Ambassador to Fiji, Julie Le Saos, has lauded Fiji’s unwavering dedication to climate action.

• HECF enforcement

  This year the Fiji Higher Education Commission has flagged and shut down two unlicensed institutions for providing caregiving programs.

• Exclusive culinary experience

  Food lovers were treated to an exclusive experience at the Grand Pacific Hotel in Suva, where Texas met the South Pacific in a special ‘Taste of Texas’ event.

• Slow progress

  Fiji has expressed strong concern to the President of COP29, Muktar Babayav, regarding the slow progress of key climate change initiatives.

• Female indigenous representative

  Indigenous representatives and their inclusion in delegations to COP29 should be seriously considered for the next climate summit.

• Overloaded wastewater systems

  Fiji’s wastewater treatment systems are under severe pressure with the Water Authority of Fiji’s 11 treatment plants operating well beyond capacity.

• GCC meet

  The Great Council of Chiefs is considering a review of the use of the term "Fijians" as a collective designation for all citizens of the country.