Fiji
NFP suspension was lawful, says Fiji court
The High Court in Fiji has confirmed that last year's suspension of the National Federation Party was lawful.
Deported refugee to plead not guilty
The lawyer representing Loghman Sawari says his client will plead not guilty to the charge of supplying false information for the purpose of obtaining a passport. Audio
Fiji elections minister rejects criticism
The Fiji Elections Minister has accused opposition MPs of politicising issues and misinforming voters over the Electoral Act.
World in Sport for 15 February 2017
This week the World in Sport looks at... the rugby community mourns the death of former All Black Sione Lauaki, Tongan skier Kasete Skeen prepares for the World Championships, Samoa's softballers risk… Audio
Sport: Fiji 7s players offered contracts
The Fiji Rugby Union has begun offering contracts to their Olympic champion sevens squad.
Chair of Fiji elections commission vows independence
The newly-appointed chair of Fiji's Electoral Commission says he's committed to fighting for the body's independence.
Fiji to mark Cyclone Winston anniversary
The names of those who died in Cyclone Winston will be read out in a national ceremony in Fiji on Monday to mark Cyclone Winston's direct hit a year ago.
Transparency and fairness priorities for Fiji commission
The newly-appointed chair of Fiji's electoral commission says maintaining transparency and ensuring the fairest possible elections are his biggest priorities.
Hopes self censorship proof will help Fiji media
The author of a study showing continued self-censorship among Fiji's journalists hopes its findings will help move the industry forward.
Efforts to revive Fiji's cyclone-ravaged cocoa industry
Efforts are underway in Fiji to revive the country's cocoa industry, one year on from Tropical Cyclone Winston.
Amnesty brushes off Fiji Attorney-General's comments
Amnesty International has brushed off comments made by Fiji's Attorney-General about the group's latest report into human rights in Fiji, saying it expected some pushback.
Pacific travellers warned of need for permits for tabua
A Fijian woman has warned others to be more aware of the export permits needed to bring cultural items from the Pacific into New Zealand.
UN in contact with PNG over refugee's welfare
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees says it's seeking information from the Papua New Guinean authorities over the welfare of a refugee from Iran.
Fiji Times owner appeals against bail ruling
Lawyers for the Fiji Times publisher, Hank Arts, have appealed against a bail variation handed down by the High Court last month.
Australia sells military vehicles to Fiji
Australia has agreed to sell 10 refurbished military vehicles to Fiji.
Changes to Fiji's Public Order Act 'positive'
Amnesty International says changes to Fiji's Public Order Act to loosen restrictions on public meetings is a step in the right direction.
Fiji probe of Fisher brutality claim on hold
Fiji police say they have put on hold investigations regarding claims by a man Ricardo Fisher that he was beaten in police custody last year.
Australia helps Fiji prepare for COP23 hosting role
Australia's environment diplomat says Canberra is to help Fiji in its hosting role of the next big meeting on climate change. Audio
New Zealand to repatriate more than 100 Fijian Tabua
New Zealand's Department of Conservation will repatriate more than 100 Fijian cultural items seized over the last 15 years, back to Fiji. Audio
Fiji Parliament passes Public Order Amendment bill
Fiji's Parliament has passed the Public Order Amendment Bill, allowing political groups more freedom to hold meetings without a police permit.
