News

Lau celebrates new paramount chief

Joyful celebrations are underway at Tubou grounds following the successful traditional installation of the paramount chief of Lau, Ratu Tevita Kapaiwai Uluilakeba Mara.

July 10, 2025 5:06 pm
 

News

Spirit of Lau unites community beyond Lakeba

While the island of Lakeba came alive with traditional chants and customary rituals for the installation of the Turaga ni Nayau, Sau ni Vanua o Lau, Ratu Tevita Uluilakeba Mara, the celebration was felt far beyond the shores of Lau.

July 10, 2025 4:46 pm
 

Sports

Masibaka happy to be home

While Alexander Masibaka cherished the opportunity to reconnect with his Fijian roots this week, it’ll be a different feeling on the field as he runs out for Scotland against the Fiji Water Flying Fijians in their Test match this weekend.

July 10, 2025 4:40 pm
 

News

Sugar crush surge brings early economic gains

The sugar industry is seeing a strong start to the crushing season, with the three mills collectively processing 164,807 tonnes of cane as of Monday this week.

July 10, 2025 4:34 pm
 

Sports

Elder crowned “Best Junior Male Athlete” at PMG

Young Fijian weightlifting sensation Nehemiah Elder has been crowned Best Junior Male Athlete at the 2025 Pacific Mini Games after delivering one of the most extraordinary performances in the competition’s history claiming three gold medals and smashing nine records in a single day.

July 10, 2025 4:31 pm
 

Rugby

Wye set for debut, Maqala to start

Halfback Sam Wye is in line to make his international debut, and Sireli Maqala has been rewarded with a start at centre as the Flying Fijians look to bounce back from their narrow 21–18 loss to Australia last weekend.

July 10, 2025 4:23 pm
 

Sports

More than just rugby for Yakete women

It’s more than just rugby for the Yakete women’s team in Ba as they’ve taken a bold step towards gender equality and social inclusion in sport after officially launching its partnership with the Play for Equity Fund.

July 10, 2025 4:20 pm
 

News

Officer stood down over assault charge

A Special Constable has been suspended from duty following a directive by Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tudravu.

July 10, 2025 4:20 pm
 

News

Filariasis fight gains ground

George Hughes, a survivor of lymphatic filariasis, describes the disease as an immense challenge.

July 10, 2025 4:10 pm
 

News

Mental health needs broader support: Ravunawa

Mental health goes beyond clinical settings, requiring conscious effort, awareness, and individual responsibility, says Assistant Minister for Health Penioni Ravunawa.

July 10, 2025 3:57 pm
 

Football

Modric will be remembered for the good times at Real, says Alonso

Luka Modric’s illustrious Real Madrid career ended with a painful 4-0 thrashing by Paris St Germain in the Club World Cup semi-finals but the Croatian maestro’s legacy stretches far beyond a single game, manager Xabi Alonso said.

July 10, 2025 3:12 pm
 

News

Traditional feast marks Tui Lau installation

A traditional feast is currently taking place to celebrate the installation of the Turaga ni Nayau, Sau ni Vanua o Lau, Tui Lau, Ratu Tevita Kapaiwai Uluilakeba Mara.

July 10, 2025 3:00 pm

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