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$5.3m Canadian homes owned by couple targeted for seizure over alleged drug-trafficking links

Police allege Aneeza Rehnaaz Ali and Mohammed Saiyad Ali were running a large-scale drug operation across the Lower Mainland and into regional communities.

Five arrested and nearly 700kg of Fijian kava seized in major East Arnhem drug crackdown

“Alcohol, kava and cannabis misuse are directly linked to violence, anti-social behaviour and social harm.”

Fiji scientists create world’s first cassava-based edible coating to replace plastic food wraps

“Fiji’s cassava solution shows that small island nations can lead big changes in the global sustainability movement.”

Riya Bhagwan wins top online award for story on Fiji’s plastic pollution crisis

Launched during the 7th Pacific Media Summit by Niue’s Prime Minister, Dalton Tagelagi, the Vision Pasifika Media Awards celebrate excellence in environmental journalism across the Pacific region.

Indian boxers Aarti Hoodha and Rohit clinch stunning victories in Fiji

Indian High Commissioner to Fiji, Suneet Mehta, who attended the event along with Acting President Chief Justice Salesi Temo, congratulated the winners and highlighted the growing sporting ties between India and Fiji.

India sends lifesaving HIV drugs to Fiji, strengthening Global South health ties

This latest consignment continues India’s long-standing medical support to Fiji, which includes the supply of ARV drugs in the past and the donation of 100,000 COVID-19 vaccines during the pandemic.

Australia and PNG strengthen policing partnership to tackle regional crime networks

To cap off her visit, Commissioner Barrett will attend the NRL Pacific Championships match between PNG and Fiji, highlighting the spirit of unity and partnership across the Pacific.

Australian citizen’s email to Fiji PM sparks political scrutiny as NFP flags potential conspiracy

NFP General Secretary Kamal Iyer said Alexandra Forwood emailed Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, claiming that NFP leader Prof. Biman Prasad was blaming the PM for forcing his removal from Cabinet.

Indian boxers ready to take on Australia and Fiji at Suva showdown

Three professional boxers from India — Aarti Hoodha, Pawan Kumar, and Rohit — have arrived in Fiji for the Stratum Construction ZEG Kings Boxing Promotion.

Fijian pastor accused of calling Diwali and Ram Naumi ‘demonic’; Hindu group lodges police complaint

SSDPSF described the remarks as “deeply disrespectful, divisive, and contrary to Fiji’s foundational values of racial and religious harmony”.

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Melbourne family shattered by loss of 16-year-old son, calls for better pedestrian protection

Chris Rua Antony died in hospital on February 20, a week after he was struck by a car while walking home from school along Pound Road in Narre Warren South.

Gaza’s endless War: Proxies, misinformation, and the civilians caught in between

Many senior Hamas leaders have lived for years in luxury abroad, in places such as Qatar and elsewhere, far removed from the consequences of the war they help direct.

Albanese and ministers join Ramadan celebrations, encouraging wider community participation

Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek described Ramadan nights in Lakemba as one of Sydney’s great traditions, pointing to the bustling streets and strong sense of community.
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