politicsAug 15, 2026
The surprising story behind Fiji's deep ties to Israel
Fiji's origin story began in a newspaper. Its echoes now reach from village faith to foreign policy.
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- worldAug 14, 2026
Pacific news in brief for 15 August
A round-up of news from around the region, including a figure for how many political parties are registered to contest Fiji's upcoming general elections.
RNZ - worldAug 14, 2026
Sydney-based boxing trainer calls for head to roll in Fiji
There's a call for Fiji Boxing chair to resign, after a Melbourne fiasco involving Fijian boxer James Singh
RNZ 
businessAug 14, 2026Oceania declares support for Infantino in boost for Fifa president but New Zealand breaks ranks
OFC’s 11 votes could prove crucial in Fifa election Stance shows continued backing from smaller nations The Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) has declared their support for Gianni Infantino following demands for the F…
The Guardian- worldAug 14, 2026
Fiji court rules COI report into Malimali appointment was unlawful, null and void
The Fiji High Court has ruled that the Commission of Inquiry report into the appointment of Barbara Malimali as FICAC Commissioner, in its entirety is null and void.
RNZ - worldAug 12, 2026
Pacific news in brief for 13 August
A round-up of news from around the region, including a Fiji military commander calling for stronger military ties with Australia.
RNZ - worldAug 11, 2026
Fiji corrections officer charged over alleged assault of Australian prisoner
One of seven Fiji corrections officers alleged to have been involved in the assault of an Australian citizen at the Lautoka Remand Centre has been charged.
RNZ 
worldAug 11, 2026From Xuan Paper to Xidi Village: Diplomats in China Explore Anhui's Cultural Heritage
A news report from CRIOnline: On August 3, fifteen diplomats based in China — representing Ethiopia, Fiji, ...
Antara News- worldAug 10, 2026
Paramount Lau chief urges Australia to introduce visa-free travel for Fijians
Ratu Tevita Uluilakeba Mara says when Fijians can travel to Australia just like an Australian travels to Fiji, "then vuvale (family) will mean the same thing" for both countries.
RNZ - healthAug 9, 2026
Fijiana player still waiting for ACL surgery months after injury
Fijiana XV and Fijian Drua women flyhalf Salanieta Kinita ruptured her anterior cruciate ligament while playing for the national team at the Oceania Women's Rugby Championship in April.
RNZ - worldAug 9, 2026
Springbok Women cruise past Fijiana XV in Suva
The South Africans completely dominated their hosts, scoring nine tries at the HFC Banks Stadium in Suva.
RNZ - worldAug 9, 2026
Missing boat with six aboard found by NZ Air Force plane
The six people had left Namuka Island for Fulaga in the Lau Group in Fiji on Thursday morning but failed to reach their destination.
RNZ - worldAug 8, 2026
New Zealand Air Force rescues six people from rough waters near Fiji
The six were aboard a small vessel which failed to reach Fulaga.
RNZ - worldAug 8, 2026
RNZAF Poseidon finds six people missing at sea in Fiji
The six people were found after a six-hour search in strong winds and 3.5-metre swells before a Fijian Navy ship came to their rescue.
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sportsAug 8, 2026Fiji rugby player dies in Japan of suspected heatstroke as high of 35C hit
Saimoni Vunilagi was hospitalised with symptoms of heatstroke after rugby team training on Monday, but died on Friday.
Al Jazeera
worldAug 7, 2026China missile test top of agenda as Pacific diplomats meet in Fiji
SUVA, Fiji — New Zealand and other Pacific nations pushed Friday for a joint statement condemning China’s recent test of a nuclear-capable missile but faced resistance as the region’s top diplomats met for an annual conf…
Philippine Daily Inquirer- politicsAug 7, 2026
Australia commits US$10 million for Fiji's HIV response
Australia's foreign minister has announced more than US$10.6 million for Fiji's HIV response.
RNZ - sportsAug 6, 2026
Fiji Rugby defends scheduling after women's test match put between school games
The Fiji Rugby Union has defended its scheduling of the women's test match against South Africa on Saturday.
RNZ - sportsAug 6, 2026
Rugby League World Cup: FNRL helping Wests Tigers Fainu brothers prove their Fijian heritage
The Fiji National Rugby League will continue its assistance to the Fainu brothers - Sione, Samuela and Latu - who are interested to play for the Fiji Bati at the 2026 Rugby League World Cup.
RNZ - politicsAug 6, 2026
Winston Peters says Pacific missed chance to issue statement after Chinese missile test
The Foreign Minister is in Fiji for the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers' Meeting.
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