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BOOK REVIEW | From struggles to success
The Fiji Times
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July 6, 2025
THE book “Journey into the Unknown through Faith” by Sakiusa Tubuna (Senior) is a must read. From sharing his hardship of being raised single-handedly by a strong God-fearing mother to rising through the ranks of education, the book will inspire...
LEADERSHIP | Know who you are
The Fiji Times
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July 6, 2025
THE profound importance of iTaukei identity extends far beyond mere cultural heritage, it’s fundamentally about understanding one’s place in the vanua. Therefore, in order for indigenous people to serve the vanua they must know their place and...
A soulful tribute to eternal Hindi film classics
Indian Newslink
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July 6, 2025
Khamoshiyaan Eight promises melodies embellished by legendary voices at Sky Theatre, Auckland on July 19, 2025 A confluence of Raag, Swar and Vyanjan: Vidya Teke promises the best at the Eighth Edition of ‘Khamoshiyaan Gun Gungunane Lagi’ on July...
Government skips mention of game day appearance as PM leads high-level delegation to Australia ahead of Fiji vs Wallabies match
The Fiji Times
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June 30, 2025
In the week Fiji is playing the Wallabies, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka is leading a Fijian delegation on a high-level visit to Australia. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese had earlier announced that Mr Rabuka and he will attend the...
ACT Chief Minister to visit Fiji
The Fiji Times
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June 30, 2025
CHIEF Minister of the Australian Capital Territory Andrew Barr will lead an ACT government and Canberra Business Chamber trade mission to the Pacific this week. The trade mission will focus on the capital cities of Wellington in New Zealand and...
Dr Unaisi Baba paves the way for women leaders, transforms Pacific education
Pacific Media Network
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Dr Unaisi Nabobo Baba is a trailblazer in the Pacific, particularly in her home country of Fiji, where she is breaking down barriers that have historically kept women from reaching the top levels of leadership. Baba is the wife of the late Dr...
No mercy for fund misuse in schools
FBC News
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July 6, 2025
[File Photo] Principals and heads of schools have been warned that any misuse or mismanagement of school funds will face serious consequences. Education Minister Aseri Radrodro issued the reminder while officiating the 2025 Nadi Muslim College...
Rising yacht arrivals, weak port checks spark alarm
FBC News
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July 6, 2025
The Ministry of Immigration has admitted that border control at the Savusavu port including Nawi Island Marina is not fully operational despite its status as a recognized entry point. Assistant Minister Ratu Rakuita Vakalalabure told FBC News that...
HIV crisis deepens in Fiji with alarming rise in child infections, deaths
Xinhua News Agency
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SUVA, June 30 (Xinhua) -- Serious concerns continue to mount over the impact of HIV in Fiji, as eight children were among the 126 people who died from HIV-related illnesses last year. The grim figures were shared by UNAIDS Pacific Adviser Renata...
Drug abuse and trafficking threatens to rewrite Fiji’s story with addiction and suffering - Naivalurua
Fijivillage
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Drug abuse and trafficking threatens to rewrite Fiji’s story with addiction and suffering - Naivalurua Drug abuse and trafficking are trying to rewrite Fiji’s story with addiction and suffering, a story written by greed that places profit above...
$4.1m boost for gender equality
FBC News
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June 30, 2025
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad says the government has allocated $4.1 million to promote gender equality. Speaking at the Budgeting for Women’s Leadership and Governance Transformation Panel this morning,...
Youths urged to reject drugs and protect Fiji’s future
FBC News
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June 30, 2025
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad has delivered a powerful message to the nation’s youth, urging them to say no to drugs and take control of their futures. Speaking amid growing concerns over drug abuse among...
Fijians to get bus fare relief
FBC News
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June 26, 2025
All Fijians will pay less for bus travel from August under a new government subsidy announced in the 2025–2026 National Budget. Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, Professor Biman Prasad says a 10 percent bus fare subsidy will be provided...
UOG TO HOST PACIFIC TEACHER EDUCATION FORUM
PNG Haus Bung
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June 30, 2025
The University of Goroka (UoG) in the Eastern Highlands province is set to host the inaugural Pacific Teacher Challenge Conference from July 5th to 7th, 2025. This landmark event, the first of its kind for UoG and a significant gathering for the...
Fiji’s cyber workforce plan
FBC News
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June 26, 2025
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Communications Manoa Kamikamica Limited local training and high global demand make it difficult for Pacific countries, including Fiji, to attract and retain cybersecurity talent. In response, Fiji is...
Meryl Streep Surprised by SNL’s Cue Card Culture
FBC News
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June 29, 2025
Source: Entertainment Weekly Meryl Streep has no trouble memorizing lines, but on Saturday Night Live, cue cards are part of the process—even for legendary actors. When she appeared on SNL50 as the mother of Kate McKinnon’s character in the...
‘Education must prepare students for life’
The Fiji Times
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June 26, 2025
“Education must prepare students for life, not exams.” That was the message from Education Minister Aseri Radrodro as he officially opened the 2025 National Education Forum in Suva yesterday, the first such gathering in nearly a decade. “The last...
Uttar Pradesh Association plans an evening of culture
Indian Newslink
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June 29, 2025
Sawan Milan at Mount Roskill Tennis Club on July 5 Venkat Raman Auckland, June 30, 2025 An evening of fun and energy awaits New Zealanders of all communities as ‘Sawan Milan’ gets on its course at the Mount Roskill Tennis Club located at 34 Foch...
Fiji maps its path to climate resilience through a GIS capacity-building workshop
Pacific Community (SPC)
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24 government representatives from Fiji have successfully completed a week-long training on geospatial mapping and carbon stock assessment, marking a significant step forward in the country’s efforts to protect its blue carbon ecosystems and...
Fijians assured of balanced, forward-looking budget
FBC News
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June 26, 2025
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Professor Biman Prasad Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Professor Biman Prasad assures Fijians the 2025/2026 National Budget will be balanced and people-focused. He says the budget responds to...