Fiji
International concern for suspended Fiji prosecution chief
The NZ Law Society, along with the Fiji Law Society, has expressed concerns of slow progress by the Fijian government in dealing with its suspended Kiwi public prosecutor's case.
Call for urgent action to prevent deaths from diabetes in Fiji
Diabetes Fiji is calling for immediate and comprehensive action to prevent further tragedies and improve the quality of life for people diagnosed with diabetes. Audio
Salary cut-off: Suspended Fiji prosecutor seeks NZ intervention
Christopher Pryde, a NZ citizen, has written to Winston Peters seeking assistance to "address a grave injustice perpetrated" by the Fijian government.
LGBTQIA+ advocate found dead after alleged 'intense' online bullying
A popular Fijian LGBTQIA+ activist and social media influencer was reportedly found dead in their home in Suva on Monday.
'Critical deficiencies' found in Fiji ship grounding investigation
The vessel was midway through a two-week patrol tasking exercise when it struck the Fulaga Reef on 11 June.
Lynda Tabuya hits back at welfare allowances criticism
The Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection says financially sustaining social welfare recipients is not the government's sole responsibility.
'Time will tell': Fiji's changing political loyalties
A former cabinet minister and MP says "time will tell" where the deregistered FijiFirst party politicians' loyalties lie. Audio
Stakeholders meet to discuss climate resilience in education
Regional 'Safe Schools' lead John Lilo said Pacific school children are particularly vulnerable to the impacts of natural disasters. Audio
Fiji looks to better address climate resilience in schools
Protecting school children from climate change was the main focus of a two day a consultation in Fiji this week. Audio
Political party FijiFirst deregistered
Fiji's political parties registrar says FijiFirst - the country's largest political party in Parliament - has been officially deregistered.
'Focus on improving incomes' - Finance Minister on Fiji Budget
While delivering the coalition's second Budget, Finance Minister Biman Prasad said the government must act faster to address its serious skills shortage and drug crisis.
FijiFirst deregistration will create 'complex' political situation - Ratuva
A significant shift in Fiji's political landscape is expected Friday as the largest political party in parliament is set to be deregistered. Audio
Focus on growing economy, reducing debt, economist tells Fiji govt
Inflation, unemployment, high cost of living, labour shortage and government debt are among a host of challenges plaguing Fiji's economy.
'Magic tricks, jugglers...funny clowns' - VOU gives life to Fiji's first circus show
The dance company director Sachiko Soro says the performers have been training for more than a year with the help of coaches from Cuba. Audio