"My mum taught me to stand up for myself and multiculturalism… No Australian can make me feel like a stranger in my country.”

39-year-old Arvind Ajay Singh was remanded in custody before being granted bail in April 2023, with strict conditions including the surrender of his passport.

Established by Parliament in December 2024, the FTRC is tasked with facilitating open, safe and inclusive truth-telling around Fiji’s coup years of 1987, 2000 and 2006.

Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration today re-affirmed existing medical guidelines that it’s safe for pregnant women to take paracetamol at any stage of pregnancy.

Iqbal, who grows watermelon, cucumber, pumpkin, maize, cabbage, and dhania, dedicated the award to the memory of his late father, crediting him as the inspiration behind his farming journey.

First introduced by Rabuka at UNGA78 in 2023, the Ocean of Peace initiative seeks to strengthen regional unity and encourage international partners to collaborate in resolving issues peacefully through the Pacific Way.

Renuka Chand was taken to Liverpool Hospital in a serious condition where she is recovering from her injuries.

Prof. Prasad added that the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had expressed strong support for the vision when he met with Fiji’s Prime Minister in Delhi.

"Our presence here reflects our desire to build bridges—not walls—between nations, cultures, and peoples. God bless Israel, God bless Fiji.”

Dr Paresh Pant, who holds a PhD in Tourism Strategy & Aviation Management from Griffith University, brings over 25 years of tourism, hospitality, and aviation leadership experience.