A record win but 'not perfect': Jillaroos get picky Australia have steamrolled all their opponents in the women's Rugby League World Cup but insist Fiji are a dangerous side to face in the semi-finals. AAP · 20h ago
Rugby League World Cup: adversaries gather at Australia’s gate but main threat comes from within Any of the three remaining teams will provide a test for the Kangaroos, who have failed to shake off the errors and disconnection of their first two games The Guardian - AU · Nov 2
On the brink of ruin due to climate change, Pacific Islanders know who is to blame SPECIAL DISPATCH: Living on the brutal frontline of climate change, locals are urging the world to take urgent action at the upcoming COP31 summit in Antalya - warning that the consequences otherwise will be catastrophic. Alex Croft reports from Fiji The Independent UK · Nov 1
Identities of pilots who landed hijacked FlyDubai plane after attack on Captain Smit Machchhar revealed Henson Steven from Fiji and South Africa's Rowan Tooth honoured by UAE government The Independent UK · Nov 1
Send off mars Kiwis' thumping Fiji win to secure semi Both teams had a player sent off but New Zealand were far too strong for Fiji in a fierce Rugby League World Cup clash, scoring 13 tries. AAP · Oct 31
'Why would we want to leave?': Fiji islanders work on climate resilience to avoid relocation Residents of Fiji's tiny Serua Island have rejected calls to relocate, instead opting to renovate flimsy coastal homes. Euronews · Oct 30
How ex-Kiwis coach kept Fijian tough nut's career alive As his country prepares to face New Zealand, Fiji forward Kitione Kautoga says he has ex-Kiwis coach Michael Maguire to thank for rescuing his NRL career. AAP · Oct 29
Invasive Shrub Chokes Forests: researchers untangle Koster’s curse; biocontrols target its spread Koster's curse, scientifically known as Clidemia hirta, was first identified in Hawaii back in 1941, having traveled from its original habitats in Central and South America. This invasive plant threatens local ecosystems by suppressing the growth of native flora and inhibiting natural regeneration processes. Seeds are often spread to new… The Times of India · Oct 29
Kangaroos make fullback call for last pool match Reece Walsh will have another chance to push his claims to start as Kangaroos fullback for the rest of the World Cup after being named to face the Cook Islands. AAP · Oct 27
Fiji star playmaker gives Dolphins a good No.6 headache Kurt Donoghoe, man of the match at five-eighth in the gallant loss to Australia, insists Fiji can beat New Zealand and advance to the World Cup semi-finals. AAP · Oct 25
Australia survive scare against Fiji to book place in World Cup semi-finals Australia 36-22 Fiji: The Kangaroos are into the last four, while New Zealand bounced back from an opening defeat by thrashing the Cook Islands The Independent UK · Oct 25
Tedesco gets Australia out of jail against fab Fiji Australia are into the World Cup semi-finals after a 36-22 win over a Fiji side that threatened one of the biggest upsets in rugby league Test football. AAP · Oct 25
Australia 36-22 Fiji: men’s Rugby League World Cup – as it happened Minute-by-minute report: The Kangaroos were far from their best but did enough to see off Fiji at Suncorp Stadium The Guardian - AU · Oct 25
Fiji claim record win with World Cup thrashing of PNG Fiji have one foot in the Women's World Cup semi-finals after demolishing Papua New Guinea 40-4. AAP · Oct 24
AAP · Oct 20 Fab four debut for Australia against Fiji in World Cup Australia will field four debutants against Fiji, with David Fifita to play his first game for the Kangaroos after previously representing Tonga.
International Business Times UK · Oct 19 Shopkeeper Proudly Showcases Historical Cannibalism Tools, Says They 'Eat People for the Power' A viral video from Fiji has prompted debate about historical cannibalism, cultural beliefs and archaeological evidence showing the practice occurred in varied societies and circumstances.
AAP · Oct 18 Fiji women say they'll keep surprising at World Cup Fiji Bulikula say they've got plenty of surprises left for the women's World Cup after pushing New Zealand close in their opening match.
AAP · Oct 18 Local hero makes a successful return for fantastic Fiji Jacob Saifiti has made a winning comeback after a month-long suspension to be among Fiji's tryscorers in big World Cup victory over the Cook Islands.
AAP · Oct 18 'Not here to make up the numbers': Fiji coach Fiji have given New Zealand a real scare in their World Cup opener, going scoreless in the second half while losing by just six points in Newcastle.
Radio France Internationale · Oct 17 Pacific nations await climate billions, as fossil fuel divide looms over Cop31 Ahead of next month’s United Nations Cop31 climate summit, as a strengthening El Niño drives Pacific sea temperatures towards record levels, more than $5 billion promised to the region remains unpaid. Cop31 co-hosts Turkey and Australia are pushing to speed up the switch to electric transport, heating and industry, but…
AAP · Oct 16 Grassroots work leads Fiji to a historic World Cup spot Fiji's fullback Cassie Staples and assistant coach Tony Herman have spoken about the country's growing pathways ahead of their World Cup debut.
AAP · Oct 15 Details of drone deal could 'tip off drug dealers' Maritime drones that are virtually undetectable will be given to Fiji as early as next year, as part of an ongoing defence deal.
The Economic Times · Oct 14 India must seek UNESCO tag for ports to mark oceanic journeys of girmitiyas: Fiji envoy Fiji's High Commissioner to India, Jagnnath Sami, has urged the Centre to consider seeking UNESCO World Heritage recognition for Kolkata, Visakhapatnam and Madras ports to commemorate the historic journeys of Indian indentured labourers, known as girmitiyas. He also called for India and Fiji to collaborate on preserving archives and documenting…
The Independent UK · Oct 13 Fiji appoint Springboks World Cup winner Jake White as new coach White will lead the Pacific Islanders into next year’s World Cup in Australiata
AAP · Oct 10 'Pioneers': Fiji women set to inspire at World Cup Fiji are looking to make a splash at the upcoming Women's Rugby League World Cup but also want to keep building pathway programs in the Pacific nation.