The Springboks Women are expecting a well-balanced challenge from the Fijiana 15s, praising the hosts for the way they move the ball and combine expansive attack with structured play. The South African side says Fiji has developed a strong blend of organisation and flair, making them an exciting team to face. Despite recognising Fiji’s strengths, the visitors say their focus remains on sticking to their own systems and processes ahead of the Test match. “The expression and the dynamic of how the Fijiana plays, we like how they play the ball around and how they can actually take you out…
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Boat builder Dongara Marine has acquired Geraldton Boat Lifters and is planning a $7 million expansion at the Port of Geraldton.
World Rugby has announced the Emirates Match Official appointments for 22 men’s international matches scheduled between August and October, including the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series between South Africa and New Zealand and the 2026 Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup in Japan. Ireland’s Eoghan Cross will referee the opening match of the international window when Japan hosts Australia in Osaka on 8 August, while England’s Luke Pearce has been appointed to officiate the second Bledisloe Cup clash between Australia and New Zealand in Sydney on 17 October. The opening three tests of the South Africa-New Zealand series will be overseen…
Shares in AMP have climbed nearly six per cent after the financial services company increased its dividends due to a strong half-year.
Shares in Subiaco-based EV Resources rose by more than 10 per cent on Thursday morning, following successful conversion of an existing MOU.
Families in Tiliva Village, Kadavu, are a step closer to moving into new homes as construction under the Tiliva Village Rural Housing Scheme (Scheme 3) reaches around 70 per cent completion. The project, delivered through the Government’s Rural Housing Assistance Programme, will provide nine homes for approved families and is expected to be completed by December 2026. The initiative is a collaboration between the Ministry of Rural and Maritime Development and Disaster Management and the Ministry of Forestry. The housing project uses timber harvested from the village’s own pine plantations, with residents supplying the timber while the Government provides construction…
Qantas ground staff could soon walk off the job, potentially leaving hundreds of FIFO flights stranded, amid a bitter dispute between the airline and the Transport Workers Union over pay and conditions.
The Vanua ko Vuda is preparing to bid a final farewell to its paramount chief, Turaga na Tui Vuda, Ratu Eparama Kitione Tavaiqia, who passed away on July 30, 2026, just weeks before his 96th birthday on September 25. Speaking to Fiji One News, Mata ni Tikina and Turaga ni Koro of Veiseisei, Inoke Momoidonu, said traditional chiefly protocols have been observed over the past several days as the Vanua mourns the loss of one of its most respected leaders. Momoidonu highlighted that the Bose Vanua ko Vuda met on Tuesday afternoon to finalise funeral arrangements. As the village church…
Age has proven to be no barrier for 45-year-old Pauliasi Balawa, who graduated with a Certificate III in IT Software Application from Pacific Polytech, following a career change after 19 years in the hospitality industry. Determined to create new opportunities for himself and his community, Balawa made the bold decision to return to the classroom and pursue studies in information technology. His motivation stemmed from the lack of access to basic digital services in his village of Nadoria in Dreketi, Rewa, where residents often have to wait for tertiary students to return home during school holidays to type letters, complete…
The bid by Wests Tigers brothers Sione, Samuela and Latu Fainu to represent Fiji at the 2026 Rugby League World Cup has been unsuccessful after they were unable to provide the documentation required to confirm their eligibility. The trio, who are eligible to play for both New Zealand and Tonga, had hoped to wear the Bati jersey later this year in honour of their Fijian heritage through their grandmother. However, International Rugby League (IRL) Chairman Troy Grant confirmed that the brothers have not been able to supply accredited records from Fiji to support their application. “All three are eligible for…