FIRST INTERVIEW: Fiji Airways incoming MD & CEO on securing the airline’s future as a major player in the region

Fiji Airways’ incoming MD & CEO Paul Scurrah has over two decades of executive experience across aviation, transport, logistics and tourism, including holding recent roles for Pacific National and Virgin Australia. Before he even had a chance to...

Nemani Nadolo appointed development coach for Fijian Drua

Nemani Nadolo is Fiji's second highest try scorer of all time. Photo: PHOTOSPORT Former Flying Fijians and Crusaders winger Nemani Nadolo has been appointed as the new development coach for the Fijian Drua. The Fiji-based Super Rugby franchise...

Fiji urged to build resilience

BECAUSE there is limited funding and countless competing priorities for national governments, the real focus should be on strengthening resilience within communities rather than relying solely on costly infrastructure. This was the message from...

Ex-Virgin Australia CEO takes top job at Fiji Airways

Former Virgin Australia CEO Paul Scurrah. (Image: Supplied) Former Virgin Australia boss Paul Scurrah has been appointed the new chief executive of Fiji Airways. Scurrah, who led Australia’s second-largest airline group from 2019 until his...

Urgent call for climate-resilient health infrastructure upgrades in Fiji

An urgent call has been made for climate-resilient and disaster-resilient health facilities across Fiji to support surgical outreach and patient care. This was highlighted during the ECO Care Equity in the Asia-Pacific Conference at University of...

Fiji bounces back from pandemic as economic powerhouse

THE Australia-Fiji trade and investment relationship continues to strengthen with significant growth across multiple sectors. Two-way goods and services trade have grown significantly, with Australia ranking as Fiji’s second-largest export...

Fiji and Australia launch $AUD25 million governance partnership

FIJI’S economy soared past pre-pandemic levels in 2023, recording an impressive growth rate exceeding eight per cent, driven largely by a tourism revival that welcomed over one million international visitors last year. As the government unveils a...

Fiji eyes new agriculture opportunities with Israel

Source: Fiji Government / Facebook Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says opportunities to grow Fiji’s agricultural sector are taking shape, with Israel expressing strong interest in supporting the industry. Israel’s Deputy Foreign Minister, Sharren...

Fiji reaffirms friendship with Korea

Source: Fiji Government / Facebook The Government of Fiji has extended its warm congratulations to the Government and people of the Republic of Korea on the occasion of Korea’s National Foundation Day. The Acting President and Head of State, Chief...

Paul Scurrah appointed new Fiji Airways CEO

Fiji Airways has announced the appointment of Paul Scurrah as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 November 2025. Chairman of the Fiji Airways Group, Nalin Patel, said the Board was confident in Mr. Scurrah’s ability...

China backs Fiji’s Ocean of Peace vision

Fiji’s Ocean of Peace Vision is now supported by China, the world’s largest economy by Purchasing Power Parity (PPP). This was confirmed last Saturday to Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka during the celebration of the Chinese community’s 170 years...

BREAKING: Ex-Virgin CEO takes top Fiji Airways job

Fiji Airways has announced Paul Scurrah as the incoming managing director and chief executive officer of Fiji Airways, effective 1 November 2025. Scurrah brings to the role more than two decades of executive experience across aviation, transport,...

Paul Scurrah is new Fiji Airways Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer

Former CEO of Virgin Australia, Paul Scurrah is the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fiji Airways, effective 1st November 2025. Scurrah served as CEO of Pacific National, Australia’s largest private rail freight company, where...

Fijian Warriors match gate takings to be donated to FCS

[Photo Credit: Fiji Rugby] Shop N Save Supermarket Fijian Warriors coach Cohen Politini says today’s match against the Australian Country’s Stockman is part of the team’s social responsibility, using rugby as a platform to raise cancer awareness....

Pacific Defence Ministers unite on regional security, climate, and maritime threats

Defence Ministers from across the South Pacific have reaffirmed their commitment to regional security, resilience and cooperation at the 10th South Pacific Defence Ministers’ Meeting (SPDMM), held in Chile last week. Ministers and representatives...

Fiji Warriors attachment for Vanua coaches

Kadavu Rugby coach Josevata Bola and Navosa Rugby coach David Dakuitoga are attached with the Shop N Save Fiji Warriors coaching staff. This initiative is part of the FRU’s new Coach Development Pathway, aimed at providing local coaches with...

FCEF says Fiji must balance ILO obligations with local realities

The Fiji Commerce & Employers Federation (FCEF) says while Fiji must uphold international labour commitments, any amendments to the Employment Relations Act must reflect the country’s socio-economic realities. FCEF Chief Executive Officer Edward...

Reflections from a descendant: Rotuma’s first royal reunion in Fiji and the path ahead

As I reflect on the inaugural reunion of the descendants of Riamkau Sau II, the last King of Rotuma, I am filled with a profound sense of pride and anticipation. The historic gathering, held in Fiji over the past week, was more than a celebration;...

Environment Minister says Fiji’s marine ecosystem under strain

Fiji’s ocean is under mounting pressure from climate change, marine pollution, and biodiversity loss, and the government is taking action to reverse the trend through a new national strategy. Speaking during the opening of the three-day...

Fiji’s cyclone-ravaged coral reefs show “remarkable recovery”

In the aftermath of one of the strongest storms ever recorded in the Southern Hemisphere, scientists have uncovered a story of recovery and resilience playing out beneath the waves of Fiji’s barrier reefs. A collaborative study led by the Wildlife...