PACNEWS SPORTS, 14 SEPTEMBER 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup 2026: Fiji and Japan seal final spots2. RUGBY — Historic first for Fijiana as Hong Kong China complete Brazil comeback and the Netherlands
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Fiji Olympian joins US coaching event
FIJI Olympian Venice Traill will travel to the United States next week to undertake the next stages of an International
PACNEWS SPORTS, 11 SEPTEMBER 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — Fiji chase third straight Pacific Nations Cup title2. RUGBY — Seruvakula names young Flying Fijians squad for PNC3. RUGBY — Canada plans to frustrate Flying Fijians4.
PALM workers honored for service, strengthening Fiji–Australia ties
FIJIAN workers who helped rescue residents and distribute emergency supplies during the devastating 2022 Lismore floods in
Fiji reports on increased influenza activity across Fiji
FIJI is reporting a marked rise in influenza-like illnesses and acute respiratory infections in the past three
Fiji and UAE to explore new trade and investment opportunities
FIJI will welcome United Arab Emirates (UAE) Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Dr Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi on an official visit this week, with discussions expected to focus on trade and investment, climate
PACNEWS SPORTS, Thursday 3 September 2026
In this bulletin: 1. FOOTBALL — New Zealand and Fiji open Group B with big victories2. RUGBY — O’Connor eyes Wallabies return after Force move3. RUGBY — Force squad locked in for upcoming Super
Fiji formally joins landmark Pacific Rugby League Partnership
FIJI has joined the Pacific Rugby League Partnership, with Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Fiji Minister for Youth and Sports Jese Saukuru signing the Statement of Intent in Parliament
PACNEWS SPORTS, 18 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY LEAGUE — Fiji formally joins landmark Pacific Rugby League Partnership2. RUGBY LEAGUE — Young players are key to ARLC’s long term plans in Fiji3. RUGBY LEAGUE
Law student challenges Fiji’s HIV approach
FIJI’S youth have been challenged to take a greater part in the national HIV epidemic.
Fiji urged to strengthen cyber defences as AI-driven threats rise
FIJI is facing a rapidly evolving cybersecurity threat landscape, with cybercriminals increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) to launch attacks at greater speed and scale, a regional cybersecurity expert has
Fiji targets major expansion of digital economy
FIJI is targeting 40,000 new information and communications technology (ICT) jobs over the next five years as the Government accelerates its digital transformation and strengthens national
Taylor calls for Pacific leadership grounded in culture and collective action
FORMER Pacific Islands Forum secretary general Dame Meg Taylor has called for Pacific leadership to be grounded in the region’s own philosophies, relationships and cultural values rather than borrowed models.
Fiji and Korea strengthen strategic
FIJI and the Republic of Korea are looking to strengthen their strategic partnership, with discussions focusing on energy security, technology, maritime development and economic cooperation.
Pacific ministers turn unity into test of action ahead of Palau summit
FOR Pacific foreign ministers, unity is no longer just a diplomatic slogan — it is becoming the region’s test of survival in a crowded, uncertain and increasingly contested world.
Taveuni’s Forests – Home to Endemic Ants
In the upland forests of Vanua Levu and Taveuni in Fiji, a remarkable and largely unknown form of agriculture has been unfolding
Australia tables Ocean of Peace Alliance and Vuvale Union treaties with Fiji
AUSTRALIA and Fiji have tabled treaties to deepen military cooperation, integrate their economies and strengthen joint efforts against transnational crime, illicit drugs and regional insecurity, Australian Foreign
ABM Galaxy demolished Lae City for group B top spot.
ABM Galaxy has claimed top spot in Group B, defeating Lae City Dwellers 3-1 in the OFC Men’s
Fiji launches HIV Response Hub as Australia commits $23.5m
FIJI has opened its new National Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) and HIV Office, marking a major step in strengthening the country’s response to what has now been recognised as a generalised HIV
US Visa bonds hit five Pacific nations
NATIONALS from five Pacific Islands Forum member countries will continue to face United States visa bonds of up to $USD20,000 for temporary travel under the Trump administration's now-permanent Visa Bond Program.
Fiji strengthens defence ties with Indonesia
FIJI has strengthened defence ties with Indonesia after 14 Republic of Fiji Military Forces personnel took part in a major multinational peacekeeping exercise in Bogor.
The Lifeline in Your Phone: How a New Mobile App Could Change the Future of Blood Donation in Fiji
Every two seconds, someone in the world needs blood. A mother haemorrhaging after childbirth. A child mid-surgery. A road accident
PACNEWS SPORTS, Tuesday 4 August 2026
In this bulletin: 1. COMMONWEALTH GAMES — Team Pacific signs off Glasgow26 with a judo medal, Silver Ferns gold as all eyes turn to 20302. COMMONWEALTH GAMES — Tarona Taafaki earns tiny Tuvalu first-ever
