The Commonwealth’s dispute with Allen Caratti over charges of financial deception continues in court, with the property developer calling in former attorney-general Christian Porter as his lawyer.
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The McDonald’s Coral Coast Fiji 7s will introduce a new player sanctions trial at its 2027 tournament, with organisers aiming to improve fairness while maintaining the fast-paced nature of Rugby Sevens. The law trial, developed following consultations between tournament officials and High Performance Unit Referees Manager James Bolabiu, introduces changes to how yellow and red cards will be managed during matches. Under the proposed system, a yellow card will serve as an official warning only, allowing the player to remain on the field. However, a second yellow card in the same match will automatically become a red card, resulting in…
A merger between Perth cyber safety software developer Qoria and Boston-based Aura Consolidated Group has received the green light from the Federal Court of Australia.
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For decades, Fijians visiting family, doing business, or studying in Australia have faced tighter travel rules than the ones Australians enjoy when they come here. Under the newly signed Vuvale Union, that imbalance is set to disappear. Under the new terms, Fijians will be able to apply to stay in Australia for up to four months, matching what Australians already receive on arrival in Fiji. Business travelers stand to gain even more: five-year, multiple-entry visas that would let entrepreneurs, traders and officials move between the two countries without reapplying for each trip. Speaking at a joint press conference in Suva…
The government says it received advance notification from the Government of the People’s Republic of China regarding a military training activity conducted in the Pacific yesterday. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade says China advised that the activity was part of a scheduled military training exercise and assured Fiji it was not directed at any Pacific country and posed no security threat to the region. The ministry adds Fiji remains firmly committed to the vision of the Pacific as an Ocean of Peace, where dialogue, transparency, mutual respect and adherence to international law underpin regional…
The Cowaramup winemaker has obtained approval to accommodate more patrons and run more events, at its off-grid winery.
Fuel supply arrangements for Taveuni continue to be strengthened, with Government working closely with shipping operators and fuel suppliers to ensure households, businesses and essential services on the island are supported. Minister for Public Works, Meteorological Services and Transport, Ro Filipe Tuisawau, reassured the people of Taveuni that Government understands the importance of maintaining reliable fuel supplies and is coordinating with all relevant stakeholders to ensure deliveries continue without unnecessary disruption. As part of these efforts, a Pacific Energy fuel tanker departed Buca Bay this morning on a barge vessel bound for Taveuni to supplement existing fuel stocks. Interlink Shipping…
The founder of WA labour hire company Ochre Workforce Solutions is facing years in prison after being convicted of several offences following an ASIC investigation.