Fiji
Threat of cyclone near Rotuma lifted
The Fiji Met Service says there is no longer a threat of a cyclone developing near Rotuma.
Cyclone alert issued for Rotuma
A cyclone alert for Rotuma has been issued by the Fiji Meteorological Service.
Sport: Fiji and Samoa square off in Rapid Rugby's "Pacific Showcase" debut
Rapid Rugby's "Pacific Showcase Series" kicks off this afternoon with the Fijian Latui hosting Kagifa Samoa in Lautoka.
USP council supports investigation into mismanagement allegations
The Council of the University of the South Pacific says it supports an investigation currently being undertaken by the Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption.
NZ NGO sends goods for remote Fiji communities
The New Zealand Defence Force has transported 1.5 tonnes of donated clothes, toys, books and other goods destined for remote communities in Fiji.
Sport: Rapid Rugby hopes to lift Pacific game to new levels
The man in charge of Global Rapid Rugby says they want to help Pacific Island nations become genuine World Cup contenders.
Fiji govt to look into claims sex workers transported to PNG
Fiji's Ministry of Foreign Affairs is looking into an alleged incident where Fijian women were transported to Papua New Guinea to provide sexual services to local cabinet ministers.
Sport: Rapid Rugby hopes to lift Pacific game to new levels
Teams from Fiji and Samoa will make their Global Rapid Rugby debut this weekend, in the first step towards what organisers hope will help Pacific Islands countries become regular World Cup contenders.
…Extra warnings for NZ tourists to Fiji
New Zealand's foreign ministry has reviewed its advice for travellers heading to Fiji and added warnings about opportunistic crime.
USP staff and students demand transparency
Staff and students at the University of the South Pacific gathered today to demand greater transparency from the university's administration.
Fiji gets UN leader's praise for 'standing up for the planet'
The UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has praised Fiji for "standing up for the planet. Audio
Brij Lal ban subject of furore in Fiji parliament
The leader of the National Federation Party Biman Prasad has attacked the Fiji government over its ban on exiled scholar Brij Lal.
Why islanders celebrate Rotuma Day
"Noaia e mauri se aus atakoa" It's that time of the year when, if you're Rotuman like me, you feel special wherever you are. Attending this week's Rotuma Day celebrations... Video
Murder accused in Fiji court over NZ businessman death
A 32-year-old man charged with the murder of a New Zealand national has had his case transferred to the High Court in Suva.
Sport: Flying Fijians to begin RWC prep against Māori ABs
The Flying Fijians will kick off their Rugby World Cup preparations with two games against the Māori All Blacks.
Fiji develops Pacific's first Emergency Medical Team
Fiji has developed the Pacific's first Emergency Medical Team to be verified by the World Health Organisation.
Guterres in Fiji for three-day visit
The United Nations secretary general Antonio Guterres arrives in Fiji tonight as part of his Pacific tour.
Fijian man who alleged beating by police in court
A Fijian man who'd alleged he was beaten in police custody more than two years ago is expecting a decision on his case next week.
USP council chair wants probe into leak
An investigation will be ordered into the leak of confidential documents alleging mismanagement at the University of the South Pacific.
Man charged with murder in Fiji over death of NZ businessman
Reports from Fiji say a man has been charged with murder following the death of a New Zealand businessman in the capital Suva last week.