Houston-based Woodside executive Daniel Kalms will leave the business after 25 years, with the company announcing his exit this morning.
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West Perth-based Windsor Knight is punching above its weight in retail property development.
Rehabilitation works have begun at Albert Park in Suva following concerns over the condition of the ground after the 70th Hibiscus Festival. Parts of the park were left muddy after the festival, particularly in the area where amusement rides were located. The condition of the ground has raised concerns from members of the public, with questions also being raised about the impact of major events on the park. Local Government Minister Maciu Nalumisa says the condition of Albert Park is a concern and the Suva City Council needs to ensure the ground is restored to its normal condition. He says…
Concerns continue over illegal “pari” vehicles taking jobs from licensed taxi operators who rely on those fares to support their families. With operating costs already putting pressure on drivers, they want stronger action to ensure licensed taxis are given a fair chance to earn. The issue of illegal pari operations was raised during the Fiji Zone Taxi Association’s submission on taxi fares, with operators calling for practical measures to protect their daily income and improve transport services. Nausori taxi driver Inoke Moto wants a solution that gives licensed taxi operators more opportunities to work during hours when pari vehicles are…
Pacific leaders have formally endorsed the Gender and Climate Pact, marking a historic shift by recognizing women as central climate leaders and officially linking domestic violence to climate-induced pressures across the region. The landmark agreement was formalized in the final communique of the recent Blue Islands Climate Summit (BIFS) in Palau, moving the intersection of gender dynamics and climate change from mere discussion into actionable policy. Speaking following her return from Palau, Minister for Environment and Climate Change Lynda Tabuya highlighted the summit as a pivotal turning point for Pacific women. “One very epic moment that’s happened in the Palau…
Consumers seeking employment opportunities overseas are being urged to exercise extreme caution when engaging with migration and recruitment services advertised through social media platforms. The Consumer Council of Fiji has noted that scammers operating online often lure consumers with promises of quick and easy migration assistance, guaranteed overseas jobs or fast-tracked opportunities. Consumers are asked to pay upfront fees, only for the operators to cease communication once payment has been made. Two such cases involving an operator using the name Austral Migration have recently come to the Council’s attention. In these cases, individuals representing the agency allegedly collected money from…
US stocks have closed lower as oil prices soared above $US100 a barrel while Apple dipped and Treasury yields rose ahead of crucial inflation data expected later in the week.
Football supporters are in for a big weekend in Ba, with four teams set to battle for places in the 2026 Extra Battle of the Giants final at Four R Stadium, Govind Park, this Saturday. The first semi-final kicks off at 2pm, with Group A winners Global Care Suva FC taking on hosts Dayals Steel Ba FC. Suva comes into the knockout stage with strong momentum after beating Blue Gas Navua FC and defending champions Extra Supermarket Labasa FC during the pool matches. Coach Pita Rabo’s side scored seven goals across its three pool games and will look to carry…
Fiji has used a major Indo-Pacific defence gathering to strengthen military partnerships, promote Pacific priorities and explore new opportunities for training and cooperation. Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) Commander Major General Ro Jone Kalouniwai Logavatu attended the 28th Annual Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defence Conference in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, from August 31 to September 2, 2026. The conference, jointly hosted by the Canadian Armed Forces and the United States Indo-Pacific Command, brought together senior defence leaders and representatives from 29 countries under the theme, “Strengthening Collective Security: Navigating Challenges in a Dynamic Indo-Pacific Landscape.” For Fiji, the discussions provided…
Two separate alcohol-related incidents in the Central Division have resulted in arrests and police investigations, prompting another warning from the Fiji Police Force about excessive drinking. The first incident occurred at Caubati New Subdivision on September 5, 2026. Police allege that a man in his 40s stabbed a 26-year-old several times with a pair of scissors following an argument. Both men suffered injuries during the altercation and were taken to Colonial War Memorial Hospital for treatment. Police say both were heavily intoxicated at the time. The older man was later discharged from hospital and remains in police custody as investigations…