The Tongan fishermen bringing NRL players together
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Flying Fijians to face Scotland in Suva on 12 July
The Fiji Rugby Union has announced that the Flying Fijians will take on Scotland in a test match scheduled for July 12th, 2025, at 3:00 PM at the HFC Bank Stadium. This marks the 13th encounter between the two rugby
‘One of the greatest’: PNG trailblazer Olam retires
Wests Tigers centre Justin Olam has announced his immediate retirement after struggling with a long-term knee injury. The decision means the premiership-winning centre won’t be available to play for the Papua
Palau gears up to host 2025 Pacific Mini Games
Preparations are nearing completion as Palau gets ready to host the 2025 Pacific Mini Games (PMG), scheduled from 29 June to 09 July. A total of 24 Pacific nations and territories, including Australia and New Zealand,
Seven more rugby legends to be inducted into Pasifika Rugby Hall of Fame in Auckland
The Pasifika Rugby Hall of Fame (PRHF) will induct seven former Pasifika rugby stars at the Eden Park Centre next month. It is the second induction since its inception 12 months ago. Former Black Ferns halfback Monique
Ikitau hat-trick, Reimer cameo steers Brumbies home past defiant Drua
A Len Ikitau treble proved the difference in Friday night’s high-octane clash with the Wallabies centre scoring twice before half time and icing his hat-trick in the 51st minute. Ikitau’s third pushed the margin to
Search for new Manu Samoa Coach
The search for a new head coach for the Manu Samoa rugby team is approaching its final stages, with the chairman of Lakapi Samoa, Tuilaepa Sa’ilele Malielegaoi, confirming that interviews was completed by the end
Fijiana Drua secure last-minute victory over Brumbies in Lautoka
The Rooster Chicken Fijiana Drua Women clinched a dramatic last-minute victory over the ACT Brumbies, winning 21-15 in Round 3 of the Super W competition at Churchill Park in Lautoka. The match began with both sides
No Miracle as Moana Pasifika take down Hurricanes in Auckland
Moana Pasifika have produced an unbelievable 40-31 win over the Hurricanes to get their maiden win of 2025. It ensures Ardie Savea bragging rights over his old team in their first meeting since he joined the expansion
Oceania Rugby extends suspension of Papua New Guinea Rugby Union
Oceania Rugby has extended the suspension of the Papua New Guinea Rugby Union (PNGRU) for an additional six months, issuing a final request to President Paul Siwi for outstanding documentation related to the
Reds edge out Fijiana Drua 22-19 in Lautoka
The Rooster Chicken Fijiana Drua Women fell short in a thrilling comeback attempt, going down 22-19 to the Queensland Reds Women in a hard-fought Super Rugby Women’s clash at Churchill Park in Lautoka on Saturday. The
Drua secures first win for the season over Chiefs at home
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua pulled off a historic victory at Churchill Park in Lautoka, defeating Super Rugby Pacific table-toppers, the Chiefs, scoring 28-24 on Saturday. The win marks Drua’s first home victory
“No pressure, just excitement”, Lomani fired up for Drua’s clash against Chiefs
Drua fans are in for an exciting day as the men’s and women’s team gear up for a double-header at Churchill Park in Lautoka. “We had a good week this week. No pressure on us because we’ve put in the work,”
Scotland and Samoa lead the PacificAus Netball series
The PacificAus Sports Netball Series is heating up, with Scotland and Samoa emerging as the dominant teams after the first three rounds of matches at Nissan Arena in Brisbane. As the competition progresses towards its
Vancouver set to get the party started with 10-year anniversary celebrations | World Rugby
Captains of the world’s top 12 men’s and women’s teams gathered on the shores of Sunset Beach on Tuesday in Downtown Vancouver ahead of the Vancouver Sevens tournament running across 21-23 February. Teams were met
2025 PacificAus Sports Netball Series to start 5th edition of tournament
From today to Saturday the fifth edition of the PacificAus Sports Netball Series will be held at Nissan Arena in Brisbane. The series is hosted by Netball Australia and funded by the Australian Government. The five
Donaldson delivers magical 83rd minute try to steal win for Force over Moana Pasifika
With new captain, All Blacks superstar Ardie Savea, at the helm, Moana looked headed for an upset victory at HBF Park. Looking to honour his Samoan heritage, Savea joined the Moana after 12 seasons with the Hurricanes
Heartbreak at home for the Drua
The Fijian Drua put on a spirited display at the National Stadium yesterday, but were unable to get across the line against the ACT Brumbies during their Super Rugby Pacific 2025 season opener. The Fijian Drua won the
Brumbies ready for Fijian first in tough opening fixture
Brumbies forward Tom Hooper, and the side are embracing their long-awaited first game in Fiji in preparation for a tough match against the Drua. Incredibly, Saturday’s fixture in Suva will be the Brumbies’
Mana Pasifika bid For NRL expansion unveiled
A new chapter in rugby league is set to unfold with the launch of new Auckland franchise Mana Pasifika, Auckland’s official expansion bid to join the National Rugby League (NRL). This bid aims to bring a Pasifika
‘It’s God’s purpose’ – Ardie Savea to lead Moana Pasifika
Ardie Savea has been named captain of Moana Pasifika for the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season. Savea made the shock move to the Super Rugby minnows from the Hurricanes last July, after spending astint playing in Japan.
Thanks Dad: Samoan thrower’s tribute
The 2024 Paris Olympics brought out some of the best sporting stories and accolades in the Pacific region. One in particular is the story of Alexander Rose who represented Samoa in the discus throw and became the first
Lucrative tax breaks will be ‘vital’ in PNG team’s bid to attract top NRL players
Tax concessions and safe accommodation loom as non-negotiables for players as an NRL team in Papua New Guinea plans its entry the competition 2028, but the opportunity to have a social impact has emerged as a potential
