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3 weeks, 4 days ago

What do we know so far about the alcohol poisoning at Fiji's Warwick Resort?

ABC

It was described as a "terrifying sense of déjà vu". The Australian tourists were taken to Lautoka Hospital after becoming critically ill. People at a different bar at the Warwick drinking the same cocktail at the same time told the ABC they were "fine". But yesterday, Fiji's Tourism Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Viliame Gavoka said he "doesn't believe it …

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Fijian authorities investigate suspected mass poisoning

ABC

Rachel Mealey: Fiji's Health Minister says toxicology tests haven't yet been completed to determine the cause of a suspected alcohol poisoning event at a five-star resort on the country's coral coast. Lice Movono: Rachel, today the Ministry of Health have told us they are awaiting the toxicology reports conducted by the Fiji police force into the two serious patients who …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Leonardo DiCaprio blasted as 'snob' for ‘disrespecting’ Fijian welcome: ‘The fake old act…’

Hindustan Times

Leonardo DiCaprio is under fire after a video surfaced showing him seemingly ignoring a traditional Fijian welcome ceremony at a hotel. Leonardo DiCaprio labeled ‘snob’ and ‘disrespectful’ In a now-viral TikTok video, the Titanic star Leonardo DiCaprio was seen leaving a hotel in Nadi on November 20 as staff lined up to perform a traditional farewell serenade. Leonardo DiCaprio’s 50th …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

China trade exhibition to be held in Fiji

China Daily

A China trade exhibition will be held in Suva, the capital of Fiji, from Thursday to Sunday, featuring leading Chinese companies and some Fijian enterprises. The event will be jointly hosted by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade and the Fijian Ministry of Trade, Co-operatives, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Communications, with the participation of around …

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3 months ago

Why Fiji's new anti-corruption commissioner was arrested on her first day in the job

ABC

Even by Fijian standards of high political drama, the arrest of the country's new anti-corruption commissioner on her first day in the job was extraordinary. "The public needs to know that the appointment was done in haste," said Ms Puleiwai, who promptly resigned as acting deputy after Ms Malimali's arrest. "FICAC can be used to protect the interests of Fiji, …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Failed coup leader George Speight is free from jail — leaving Fiji grappling with its history of 'coup culture'

ABC

It was a failed coup that unleashed nearly two years of violent turmoil in Fiji — events that brought suffering still deeply felt by victims. And one of the loudest voices calling for him to reveal more is Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, who this week said he was a "victim" of Speight's silence about the events of 2000. Fiji's third …

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

Miss Universe Fiji voting drama erupts, as authorities investigate its Australian organisers

ABC

It has all the hallmarks of a bad reality TV script. There has been accusations of racism, vote-rigging, conflicts of interest and "conspiracy theories" — and that's just from the "official" Miss Universe Fiji organisation. "At the end of the day, the Miss Universe is carrying forward Fiji's name," well-known Fiji pageant director Andhy Blake told the ABC. Two days …

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4 months, 1 week ago

How a group of Pacific Island workers saved the Taralga Tigers — and breathed new life into local rugby

ABC

It's half-time on a windswept rugby field in Australia's Snowy Mountains as a group of Pacific Islander players huddle and listen to their coach. "Without the Pacific Islander boys joining our club, I don't think we'd have a team at the moment," coach Evan Rees said. The club has also helped the players feel connected to their new home in …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Fijian government to meet Australian PALM workers following tragic death of Christine Lewailagi

ABC

Members of the Fijian government will visit Australia in October to investigate claims of racism, bullying, unsafe practices, and exploitation in the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility scheme. Ms Lewailagi's friends saw her death as a chance to speak out about the plight of PALM workers across Australia that Mr Johnston equated to "modern slavery". Mr Johnston said the shared grief …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

A win-win relationship that shows country size, population don't matter

China Daily

The talks between Premier Li Qiang and visiting Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka on Sunday afternoon and the signing of multiple agreements on bilateral cooperation in fields such as trade and infrastructure construction are expected to raise the partnership between China and the Pacific island country to a new level. Fiji was the first Pacific island country to establish diplomatic …

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5 months ago

Chris Hemsworth shows off his rippling muscles as he arrives in Sydney via private jet with brother Luke after Fijian getaway

Daily Mail

Chris Hemsworth has just arrived in Sydney after a trip to Fiji. The group had visited the tropical paradise to celebrate the 40th birthday of Chris' best mate and longtime personal trainer, Luke Zocchi. The 40-year-old superstar showed off his rippling arm muscles in a black tank top paired with black trousers. The Hollywood superstar arrived at the airport in …

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5 months ago

President Droupadi Murmu Conferred With Fiji's Highest Civilian Award

News 18

President Droupadi Murmu was on Tuesday conferred the Companion of the Order of Fiji, the country’s highest civilian award, as she hailed the ties between the two countries and said India stands ready to partner with Fiji to build a stronger, resilient, and more prosperous nation. “President Ratu Wiliame Maivalili Katonivere of Fiji conferred the Companion of the Order of …

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7 months, 1 week ago

ISL 2024-25: Fijian striker Roy Krishna signs one-year contract extension at Odisha FC

The Hindu

Fijian striker Roy Krishna extended his stay in India with a one-year contract extension at Odisha FC, the Indian Super League club announced on Monday. Krishna, who has previously played for Bengaluru FC and ATK Mohun Bagan, scored 13 goals and assisted three more last season for the Juggernauts, who finished as runner-up in the Kalinga Super Cup, narrowly missing …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

Explore Fiji: Your Ultimate Guide From Visas To Accommodation In The Archipelago

ABP News

Did you know that more than 18,000 km from India, crossing all of the southwest Pacific, there is a paradise perfect for your year-round vacation with enough people speaking Hindi and living the Indian way of life? Types of Visa Fiji offers different types of permits depending on the purpose and length of your visit: Work Invest Study Reside with …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

As the Super Rugby Pacific playoff race continues, stragglers begin to take stock

Associated Press

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — While jostling for final positions in Super Rugby Pacific continues in the weekend’s penultimate regular-season round, ramifications have already begun for teams that have failed to make the playoffs. Mainsbridge said during the news conference “a line of questioning was undertaken from a reporter present concerning Rob Penney’s future as Crusaders head coach. I feel some …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

Pacific workers move from farms to service stations in expansion of Pacific Australia Labour Mobility scheme

ABC

In short: A group of Fijian nationals have been employed in Queensland service stations amid a local worker shortage. A group of Fijian nationals have taken up work in service stations in regional Queensland as the federal government allows more industries to recruit workers from Pacific nations. Wessel Petroleum, which owns 19 service stations between Townsville and the Sunshine Coast, …

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

Fijian Drua face crucial home match against Queensland Reds in Super Rugby Pacific

Associated Press

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — The Fijian Drua may have their last chance of sealing a playoff spot in Super Rugby Pacific when they meet the Queensland Reds in Suva on Saturday with three rounds remaining in the regular season. Last week’s 48-10 loss to the Force in Perth was perhaps the low point of the season for the Fijians, and …

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

Hurricanes overcome yellow cards to beat Fijian Drua 38-15 in Super Rugby Pacific

Associated Press

SUVA, Fiji — The Wellington-based Hurricanes overcame a poor second half in which they incurred three yellow cards to beat the Fijian Drua 38-15 in Super Rugby Pacific on Friday, stretching their winning start to the season to eight matches and ending the Drua’s unbeaten record at home. That situation was reversed in the second half as the Hurricanes, tiring …

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

Mick Byrne appointed head coach as Fiji targets Nations Championship

Associated Press

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Drua head coach Mick Byrne has been hired to guide the Fijian national men’s rugby team as part of an agreement which could see Fiji play in the upcoming Nations Championship. “World Rugby clarified that performance and ranking at the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France has put Fiji in strong position to be part of …

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9 months ago

Fijian Drua scrumhalf Lomani banned 6 weeks for elbowing Super Rugby rival in the head

Associated Press

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Fijian Drua scrumhalf Frank Lomani has been banned for six weeks for striking Melbourne Rebels lock Josh Canham’s head with an elbow during a Super Rugby Pacific match last weekend. He was referred to Super Rugby’s foul play review committee which found him guilty Wednesday of “deliberate physical abuse of striking with an elbow to the …

Fiji Super Rugby Drua Scrumhalf Elbowing Super Lomani

10 months, 2 weeks ago

Sotutu, Sullivan score two tries each as Blues beat Fijian Drua 34-10 in Super Rugby Pacific

Associated Press

WHANGAREI, New Zealand — Fiji rugby’s long season of success came to a sudden end Saturday when the Fijian Drua were beaten 34-10 by the Auckland-based Blues in the first round of Super Rugby Pacific. The Blues always were dangerous in the outside channels and captain Dalton Papali’i scored in the right corner when the Drua cover defense was fully …

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11 months ago

Fiji's former prime minister Frank Bainimarama to spend night in police custody after abuse of office charge

ABC

Fiji's former prime minister Frank Bainimarama will spend the night in police custody after being charged with abuse of office. Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum, Fiji's former attorney general In a detailed statement of charges released on Tuesday evening, police allege the three men "failed to comply" with statutory requirements for tenders as stipulated under Fiji law. Former Fiji prime minister Frank Bainimarama …

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11 months, 1 week ago

All Blacks and Flying Fijians will play a rugby test match in San Diego on July 19

Hindustan Times

SAN DIEGO — The New Zealand All Blacks are moving a home test match abroad for the first time when they face South Pacific rival Fiji at San Diego State's Snapdragon Stadium on July 19. “It’s a massive step for New Zealand rugby, bringing a home test over to the States,” said Ma’a Nonu, a former All Blacks star who …

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11 months, 1 week ago

All Blacks and Flying Fijians will play rugby test in San Diego in July

Associated Press

SAN DIEGO — New Zealand is playing a home test abroad for the first time when it faces South Pacific rival Fiji at San Diego State’s Snapdragon Stadium on July 19. “It’s a massive step for New Zealand rugby, bringing a home test over to the States,” said Ma’a Nonu, the All Blacks great who recently re-signed with the San …

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What do we know so far about the alcohol poisoning at Fiji's Warwick Resort?

Fijian authorities investigate suspected mass poisoning

Leonardo DiCaprio blasted as 'snob' for ‘disrespecting’ Fijian welcome: ‘The fake old act…’

China trade exhibition to be held in Fiji

Why Fiji's new anti-corruption commissioner was arrested on her first day in the job

Failed coup leader George Speight is free from jail — leaving Fiji grappling with its history of 'coup culture'

Miss Universe Fiji voting drama erupts, as authorities investigate its Australian organisers

How a group of Pacific Island workers saved the Taralga Tigers — and breathed new life into local rugby

Fijian government to meet Australian PALM workers following tragic death of Christine Lewailagi

A win-win relationship that shows country size, population don't matter

Chris Hemsworth shows off his rippling muscles as he arrives in Sydney via private jet with brother Luke after Fijian getaway

President Droupadi Murmu Conferred With Fiji's Highest Civilian Award

ISL 2024-25: Fijian striker Roy Krishna signs one-year contract extension at Odisha FC

Explore Fiji: Your Ultimate Guide From Visas To Accommodation In The Archipelago

As the Super Rugby Pacific playoff race continues, stragglers begin to take stock

Pacific workers move from farms to service stations in expansion of Pacific Australia Labour Mobility scheme

Fijian Drua face crucial home match against Queensland Reds in Super Rugby Pacific

Hurricanes overcome yellow cards to beat Fijian Drua 38-15 in Super Rugby Pacific

Mick Byrne appointed head coach as Fiji targets Nations Championship

Fijian Drua scrumhalf Lomani banned 6 weeks for elbowing Super Rugby rival in the head

Sotutu, Sullivan score two tries each as Blues beat Fijian Drua 34-10 in Super Rugby Pacific

Fiji's former prime minister Frank Bainimarama to spend night in police custody after abuse of office charge

All Blacks and Flying Fijians will play a rugby test match in San Diego on July 19

All Blacks and Flying Fijians will play rugby test in San Diego in July