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Fiji Airways makes aviation history with APEX award
FBC News
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September 13, 2025
Fiji Airways, has won the APEX World Class Airline for 2026 Award – the most prestigious recognition in global aviation. This awards places Fiji Airways among the Top 10 Airlines in the World. It is the smallest airline by fleet size ever to earn...
Financial barriers still leave Fijian women behind: RBF report
FBC News
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September 13, 2025
The Reserve Bank of Fiji’s inaugural Gender Inclusive Finance Report, reveals ongoing barriers that limit women’s access to formal financial services, despite recent progress in inclusion rates. Launched this month, the report identifies several...
ADB approves $135m for Fiji’s water and ocean health
FBC News
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September 13, 2025
The Kinoya wastewater treatment plant in Suva The Asian Development Bank has approved a $125 million concessional loan and $10 million grant to strengthen Fiji’s water security and improve ocean and environmental health. The Healthy Oceans and...
Kamikamica tells NZ business leaders Fiji is reforming to boost $6B investment pipeline
Fijivillage
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Kamikamica tells NZ business leaders Fiji is reforming to boost $6B investment pipeline Fiji is serious about investment — and we are reforming to match that seriousness. We are here to build bankable partnerships that deliver for both our...
Fiji’s mining sector might be heading for its time in the sun
Stockhead
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September 12, 2025
Fiji is keen to build its mining sector. Pic: Getty Images Fiji has rich mineral wealth as demonstrated by the giant Vatukoula gold mine Pro-mining government has enjoyed political stability for more than a decade Country keen to build mining...
Fiji Airways makes global top 10
Islands Business
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September 12, 2025
THE Solomon Islands has abolished all taxes on menstrual products, becoming the first Pacific nation to combat period poverty. For years, menstrual hygiene has remained a critical but often overlooked issue in the Solomon Islands. Stigma, lack of...
Mining emerging to back Fiji’s tourism sector
Townsville Bulletin
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September 12, 2025
Fiji has rich mineral wealth as demonstrated by the giant Vatukoula gold mine Pro-mining government has enjoyed political stability for more than a decade Country keen to build mining sector after COVID devastated tourism Better known for its...
Youth entrepreneur launches Labasa play centre
FBC News
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September 12, 2025
An 18-year-old entrepreneur in Labasa has invested $50,000 into a new play centre for children, combining fun and learning while also creating a family-friendly space. The centre, called Twinkle Creams, features slides, a ball pit, and a book...
HIV, the 'explosive epidemic': Fiji suffers world's fastest spread
1News
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Pacific Correspondent Barbara Dreaver investigates the rapidly increasing cases of HIV in Fiji, and what the country is doing to tackle the problem. John* sits quietly, his skin is covered with scars from recently healed sores. He’s 16 but with a...
One&Only sets its sights on Fiji
Hotel Designs
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September 12, 2025
This milestone One&Only pipeline development reflects Fiji’s rising prominence as a destination for international investment, made possible through a strategic alliance between Kerzner and BSP Life. The collaboration unites Kerzner’s global...
Fiji Airways celebrates historic win as APEX World Class 2026 airline
Travel Weekly
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September 12, 2025
Fiji Airways has achieved a historic milestone, by winning the APEX World Class Airline for 2026 Award – the most prestigious recognition in global aviation that places the airline among the Top 10 Airlines in the World. Fiji Airways, the national...
Fiji Airways now recognised as one of the Top 10 Best Airlines in the World by APEX
Fijivillage
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Fiji Airways now recognised as one of the Top 10 Best Airlines in the World by APEX It is a historic achievement for Fiji Airways, as it is now recognised as one of the top 10 best airlines in the world - APEX WORLD CLASS 2026 by APEX (Airline...
Fijian Drua appoints Jeff Miller as new CEO
RNZ
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September 12, 2025
New Fijian Drua CEO Jeff Miller will start his new role on 7 January 2026. Photo: Queensland Rugby The Fijian Drua has appointed Jeff Miller, a 1991 Rugby World Cup winner with Australia and a senior rugby administrator, as its new chief...
5G rollout to begin from Monday
Fijivillage
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5G Spectrum Licences have been issued to telecommunications operators, enabling them to begin offering 5G services to the public from Monday. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Manoa Kamikamica says the deployment of 5G addresses Fiji’s...
ADB approves 135 mln USD loan, grant to support ocean health, water security in Fiji
Xinhua News Agency
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MANILA, Sept. 12 (Xinhua) -- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Friday said it approved a concessional loan of 125 million U.S. dollars and a grant of 10 million dollars to strengthen Fiji's water security and improve ocean and environmental...
Pacific Fishing Company aims to bring canned Fiji delicacy to new consumers
SeafoodSource
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With its canned Lomaiviti Special product, the Pacific Fishing Company is looking to introduce a Fiji delicacy to new consumers around the world. “This is albacore flakes, and we have put them in coconut cream,” Pacific Fishing Company CEO Saiyad...
Manuvao returns to help boost economy
Samoa Observer
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Manuvao Nateli Niusulu, 23, returns home post-degree from Fiji, vowing to contribute to local economic development. She is back home after earning her Bachelor of Arts degree in Fiji. Her goal is to serve Samoa and stimulate economic growth, using...
RC Manubhai Fiji Golf Tournament draws over 140 participants
FBC News
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September 12, 2025
The annual RC Manubhai Fiji Golf Tournament 2025 wrapped up last weekend at the Fiji Golf Club with an outstanding turnout and a thrilling display of golfing excellence. Drawing over a 140 participants, the two-day event highlighted the...
Koroi recognized as a fearless voice in Fijian journalism
FBC News
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September 12, 2025
Former News Editor and Fijian Broadcasting Corporation Board Member Mesake Koroi was honoured today as a powerful communicator and a man of deep intelligence, despite never holding a formal Degree. At his funeral service at Samabula East Church in...
'This place has mostly flown under the radar compared to Bali or Fiji - until now'
Nine
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September 12, 2025
Here's one of the best travel tips you'll hear from me this year: if there's ever a time to make sure you book the window seat - it's on your flight to Palau. I'd never even heard of this small island nation, until my editor offered me the...