Sylvia Coombe serves on multiple state, federal, and local boards and advisory committees, including those for the PALM Scheme in Victoria, which strengthens Australia–Pacific Island relations.
McDonald’s Fiji has maintained that its chicken products, including McChicken and Chicken McNuggets, continue to be certified Halal by the Federation of Islamic Associations of New Zealand (FIANZ).
Rabuka paid tribute to Fiji’s founding fathers and communities, acknowledging contributions from iTaukei, Indo-Fijians, Rotumans, Chinese, Europeans, Pacific Islanders, and all who call Fiji home.
Prof. Prasad accused the former FijiFirst government, in which Seruiratu was a senior member, of concealing ethnic data by classifying all citizens simply as “Fijian” — despite a United Nations recommendation to retain disaggregated statistics.
Prior to joining ADB, she led state teams in the Indian civil service on social sector projects and advised the Indian Finance Minister on policy matters.
Victorian Members of Parliament are in Suva this week as part of a seminar with Fijian MPs aimed at strengthening the legislative process in Fiji through improved scrutiny of bills.
“Your culture, tradition, religion, language, food and dress – these are essential components of your identity. Preserve them, and preserve your Nepali heritage.”
“Seeing young people involved in sports like golf is a great sign. It’s not only good for building relationships but also essential for one’s well-being.”
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.
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.
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.
