The leader of Australia’s biggest investment bank has announced her retirement as the group prepares to face questions over everything from its executive pay packages to the financing of fossil fuel projects.
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DevelopmentWA is gearing up for a major expansion of land for housing.
The Nasdaq led Wall Street lower with a mixed performance from technology stocks, as investors waited for key earnings reports to gauge the health of a market rally fed by enthusiasm for artificial intelligence.
New Zealand have qualified for a 13th FIFA U-17 World Cup and secured progression to the final of OFC U-16 Men’s Championship 2026 with a 3-0 win over Papua New Guinea at the PNG Football Stadium in Port Moresby. They move on to face Fiji in Saturday’s title-decider at the same venue, overcoming a spirited display from the tournament hosts with three second half goals and a starring display from Cruz Pietersen. Papua New Guinea had the gloves of goalkeeper Luther Rodney to thank for keeping New Zealand frustrated through the first 45 minutes. Twice he denied opposing captain Ben…
Fiji have defeated the Solomon Islands in a penalty shoot-out to qualify for FIFA U-17 World Cup 2027 and book their tickets to the final of OFC U-16 Men’s Championship 2026. The first semi-final at the PNG Football Stadium was decided by the lottery of penalties after a goalless 90 minutes, where Fijian goalkeeper Kirikiti Biu kept his cool to make two decisive stops to win the contest. It’s the third year in a row that Fiji have qualified for the FIFA U-17 World Cup, and just the third time they have reached the final of the OFC U-16 Men’s…
The final weekend of the 2026 Nations Championship and World Rugby Nations Cup delivered a series of standout individual performances, with several players making decisive contributions before the international rugby break. From established international stars to emerging talents, the weekend highlighted players who made their mark through attacking brilliance, physicality and match-winning moments. Damian McKenzie – New Zealand Damian McKenzie appears to be thriving in an All Blacks side that is embracing a more attacking style of rugby under Dave Rennie’s leadership. Following New Zealand’s impressive victory over Ireland, McKenzie spoke positively about the freedom the team has been given…
Communities across Rewa are expected to see continued improvements in essential services and infrastructure as Government maintains its investment in rural development projects throughout the province. The commitment was highlighted by the Minister for Rural and Maritime Development and Disaster Management, Mosese Bulitavu, during the opening of the 2026 Rewa Provincial Council Meeting at Lokia Village yesterday. The ongoing investment is expected to support communities through initiatives focused on safer evacuation centres, reliable water supplies, housing assistance, improved access roads and disaster risk reduction. Following the provincial council meeting, Minister Bulitavu officially commissioned the refurbished Lokia Village Evacuation Centre, which…
Fiji’s political parties are being encouraged to place integrity and accountability at the centre of their leadership as the Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption (FICAC) expands its public awareness efforts. FICAC, through its Good Governance Unit, held its first-ever Anti-Corruption Awareness Talanoa Session with a political party in Fiji today, engaging the Social Democratic Liberal Party (SODELPA). The initiative forms part of the Commission’s broader effort to engage all registered political parties on corruption prevention, ethical leadership and the importance of political organisations in maintaining public confidence in democratic institutions. The engagement was conducted under section 12 of the Fiji…
Visitors, tourism operators and the wider business community at Port Denarau now have an added layer of security following the opening of a new police post at the marina on yesterday. The new community police post was established through a partnership between the Fiji Police Force and the private sector, with Port Denarau Marina Pte Limited (PDML) providing the land and Flame Tree Ltd purchasing and refurbishing the container used for the facility. Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu formally received the new post during the opening ceremony, recognising the continued contribution of Fiji’s business community towards strengthening law enforcement and public…
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