PACNEWS SPORTS, 17 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — ‘Devastating’: Fijian Drua coach backs Moana Pasifika to stay in Super Rugby Pacific2. RUGBY — Fiji 7s to honour Ratu Epeli3. RUGBY — Fiji fired up for historic
Sports
PACNEWS SPORTS, 16 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — ‘Don’t give up’: Moana Pasifika CEO opens door to rescue as new interest emerges2. RUGBY — ‘Make it simple’: Calls for streamlined Super Rugby format after
PACNEWS SPORTS, 15 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY —Moana Pasifika to be dumped from Super Rugby Pacific: report2. RUGBY — Knockout hope still alive for the Fijian Drua3. RUGBY — Fijiana 7s sharpen up in Hong Kong build-up4.
PACNEWS SPORTS, 14 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. IOC — ONOC welcomes IOC President Coventry to Oceania at XLVI Annual General Assembly in Auckland2. RUGBY — Jackson proud of Fijian Drua’s response3. RUGBY — Manusina’s new
PACNEWS SPORTS, 9 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — Tupou set for Moana Pasifika debut and Paea returns home for Chiefs clash2. RUGBY — Fijian Drua debut for Basiyalo3. RUGBY — Great Council of Chiefs questions future of
After cyclone, Drua brace for Force
THE Fijian Drua are desperate for a win against the Western Force to boost the spirits of the nation, still feeling
PACNEWS SPORTS, 7 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — Lakapi Samoa appoints Fuimaono Bella Milo as new Manusina head coach2. RUGBY LEAGUE — Social impact programmes continue to expand across the Pacific3. RUGBY — Fijian
PACNEWS SPORTS, 6 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — Crusaders run riot over Fijian Drua in historic Christchurch farewell2. MSG PM CUP — Vanuatu to host next year’s MSG PM Cup3. RUGBY — Suva Rugby backs Seruvakula for
PACNEWS SPORTS, 3 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — World Rugby confirms Women in Rugby Careers Programme cohort for 20262. RUGBY LEAGUE — PNG Chiefs entry justified3. RUGBY LEAGUE — Attitude, heritage, purpose
PACNEWS TWO, 1 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Forum SG Waqa pushes truth and accountability on nuclear legacy2. NEW|CALE — Thousands take to the streets of Nouméa ahead of French Parliament debate3. SOL — Top
PACNEWS SPORTS, 1 APRIL 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — World Rugby Nations Cup heads to the Americas in July for inaugural 2026 edition2. RUGBY LEAGUE — PM Marape welcomes PNG Chiefs CEO Peters3. RUGBY LEAGUE — PNG
PACNEWS SPORTS, 31 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY LEAGUE — Storm shock as forward suffers suspected stroke2. RUGBY LEAGUE — PNG Chiefs coach reveals NRL recruitment ambitions3. RUGBY — Radradra: I’m ready to play for
PACNEWS SPORTS, 26 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — ‘Ikale Tahi prop Latu set for Super Rugby Pacific debut – Moana Pasifika2. RUGBY — Umaga eyes strong finish with ‘struggling’ Moana Pasifika before All Blacks
PACNEWS SPORTS, 25 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — Fijiana XVs prepare for Wallaroos showdown as Pacific rivalry returns2. RUGBY — Moleka excited by new Wallaroos faces ahead of Fijiana test3. RUGBY — Tana Umaga to re-join
PACNEWS SPORTS, 24 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — Samoan PM: Government will set up new rugby union2. RUGBY — Fijian Drua target breakthrough on the road in Auckland3. FOOTBALL — Draw confirmed for OFC Women’s
PACNEWS SPORTS, 20 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — Queensland Reds flanker Seruu happy to be back home, excited for Drua clash2. RUGBY LEAGUE — Strengthening cultural ties across the region: PacificAus TV Brings NRL to the
PACNEWS SPORTS, 19 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. FOOTBALL — Vanuatu United FC and Auckland FC battle to goalless draw2. FOOTBALL — PNG Hekari FC and Tahiti United share spoils after late drama3. RUGBY — Julian Savea back, Joel
PACNEWS SPORTS, 18 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY LEAGUE — ‘Kids get stuck’: Iro’s vision for Cook Islands pathway to NRL2. RUGBY — Fijiana step up preparations, eyes on Vuvale Bowl3. BOXING — Tongan boxer
Slow starters Melbourne FC grind out 4-1 win over South Island United FC
ANY trans-Tasman battle is guaranteed to be full of energy and passion. The OFC Pro League clash between the two was no
Fijian Drua make key changes against Hurricanes in Lautoka
KEY changes will be made in the starting line-up as the Fijian Drua scramble to stop a losing streak when they take on the rampant Hurricanes in Lautoka on Saturday.
Fiji’s sports economy to contribute $FJD250 million per year
FIJI'S economy relies heavily on tourism, the largest foreign-exchange earner, which boosts the country's Gross Domestic Product
MSG Prime Minister’s Cup Strengthens Leaders’ Vision of Unity
As the curtains fell on the 2025 Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Prime Minister’s Cup, two weeks of intense competition and sportsmanship came to a close ending with a spectacular awards evening in amazing Port
AS PTT beat Southern Legions FC to take OFC third spot
SOUTHERN Legions FC and AS PTT had went into the play-offs of the OFC Futsal Championship evenly matched.
