Fiji batters down for TC Mona
By Samisoni Pareti Air and sea travel have almost grounded to a halt in Fiji as the island nation batters down for the approaching tropical cyclone now named Mona. Fiji Airways’ domestic operator, Fiji Link
Fiji airport disruptions
Nadi, Fiji – Ground-handling of aircraft at Fiji’s largest airport Nadi were disrupted a week before Christmas (and disruptions continued as we went to press) following a dispute between workers and the
Fiji deports land reform critic
Land sold for US$10 as retrospective law takes effect OUR ‘Paradise Lost’ story last month about controversial land sale law changes was just hitting the streets in Fiji when news broke of the deportation of
Fiji’s tourist numbers soar
Strong growth in China, India markets Strong growth in the emerging source markets of China and India should see increases in tourist numbers in Fiji in the new year. That’s the prediction of Tourism Fiji’s
Skydive Fiji acquires Sunflower Aviation
SkyDive Fiji has purchased Sunflower Aviation for an undisclosed amount after American Samoan airliner Inter Island Airways failed to complete the acquisition last year. The new owners are husband and wife duo, Susan
Fiji engages Solomon Islands in flight fight
FliFlights between Fiji and Solomon Islands by the two countries’ national airlines have remained suspended due to disputes over flight times. Solomon Island authorities say Fiji started the dispute when it banned
Capital Investment Immigration Plan money used for Airbus purchase safe: Vanuatu Government
The Vanuatu Government has received assurances that funds paid to Airbus for the purchase of A220 aircraft are safe and will be returned once the domestic service of Air Vanuatu is resolved to improve connectivity.
Movers and Shakers
Former Papua New Guinea Chief Justice and Madang Governor, Sir Arnold Amet, has been appointed asthe new PNG Ambassador to the United States of America. Palau has appointed Stan Shih, founder of Taiwan’s PC brand Acer
Movers and Shakers
Jotham Napat has been elected as Vanuatu’s new Prime Minister, securing the top post unopposed. Former Prime Minister Charlot Salwai, leader of the Reunification Movement for Change, nominated Napat, the MP for Tanna.
Excellence in tourism honoured at FETA 2024
Dance and events company VOU was one of the big winners at the 2024 Fiji Excellence in Tourism Awards (FETA) on Saturday night. The event, held at the Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort in Denarau, brought together
Skilled construction workers return to contribute to Vatu Talei Resort development
Many skilled Fijian construction workers with experience abroad are returning to Fiji to help build Vatu Talei – The Jewel, a luxurious resort set to open in late 2026. The $230 million project on Denarau Island in
