Fiji
Fiji opposition leader Prasad escapes charges over complaint
Fiji's Director of Public Prosecutions, Christopher Pryde, has instructed the Police not to lay any charges against National Federation Party leader Professor Biman Prasad.
New insurance promises quick payouts after Pacific cyclones
As the cyclone season gets underway in the South Pacific, it's hoped a new type of insurance on offer could help ease the burden of a storm's aftermath for those on lower-incomes. UNCDF programme… Audio
Fiji election head defends polls from critics
The head of Fiji's election management body has taken a swipe at those who have tried to "discredit" elections, and says broad acceptance of the outcomes of the past two polls answers those critics.
Fiji activist says more women should stand in December election
A renowned human rights activist in Fiji says there is a need for more female candidates in the upcoming general election.
Fiji’s 2022 general elections: What you need to know
Fijians will head to the polls on December 14, which will mark the country's third democratic elections under the new 2013 Constitution.
Fijians go to the polls in December
Fijians will go to the polls to choose their next government on December 14.
New Zealand opposes seabed mining in international waters
The New Zealand government has announced it will back a conditional moratorium on deep sea mining in areas in international waters.
Fiji teachers sacked for disciplining unruly students
Five teachers from a school in Gau Island, Fiji, have been sacked by the Education Ministry over a disciplinary case that has since been thrown out by a judge.
Meli Bainimarama pleads not guilty to all charges
The son of the Fijian Prime Minister has pleaded not guilty to criminal charges he faces in Australia over domestic violence-related allegations.
Canberra strengthens military bond with Fiji
Australian and Fijian military movements between the two countries will increase and be made easier by an agreement signed in Fiji.
