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70-year-old sacred Hanuman statue stolen from Fiji Hindu temple

The theft follows a string of sacrilegious attacks on Hindu temples in Fiji.

Senator Penny Wong leads Australia’s push for stronger Pacific ties at Suva summit

Speaking from Suva during the Pacific Island Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, Wong described the Pacific as standing "at a pivotal juncture."

Fiji releases first-ever citizens’ budget in three languages, including Hindi

He stressed that the trilingual release is not just a translation project but a symbolic act of respect for Fiji’s cultural diversity.

Fijian student breaks Indian-held Guinness World Record for logo recognition

Maharaj had to correctly recognise and name logos from a broad spectrum of global companies, all within a strict 30-second time limit.

Fiji’s Deputy PM Prasad warns of rising disaster costs, pushes for climate-smart fiscal strategies

He warned that the growing frequency and severity of natural disasters threaten Fiji’s people, economy, and development progress.

Marles, Wong and Conroy to advance Australia’s Blue Pacific vision through island nations’ visit

“It is a privilege to be joining Pacific Islands Forum foreign ministers in Suva, to come together to make decisions for our region”

New Zealand launches two game-changing work visas — here’s what you need to know!

These changes aim to provide New Zealand businesses with reliable access to temporary overseas workers while maintaining balanced immigration policies.

Can Fiji’s rugby success drive youth opportunity and economic growth?

With over 17,000 students leaving school each year – and fewer than half finding formal work – such a Centre would give many young people a real chance at a sustainable career in sport.

Are you in a mid-career to senior job? Don’t fear AI – you could have this important advantage

There’s a growing narrative that artificial intelligence (AI) is inherently ageist, that older workers will be disproportionately hit by job displacement and are more reluctant to adopt AI tools.

Can I eat instant noodles every day? What does it do to my health?

For many international students and migrants, they’re a familiar taste in an unfamiliar place.

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Indian-origin journalist Harjinder Singh Basiala awarded King’s Service Medal for Punjabi community media work

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon also congratulated Basiala in an official letter, acknowledging his longstanding commitment to the community.

Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan extends free public transport, slashes fares to half

Under the plan, free trains, trams and buses — originally due to end in April — will now continue until June 1. From that date, fares will be reduced by 50 per cent through to the end of 2026.

PM Modi says opposition “let Indian women down” after quota bill fails in Parliament

The constitutional amendment fell short of the required two-thirds majority, with 298 MPs voting in favour and 230 against, marking a rare legislative setback for the government.
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