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Good news as Pacific Engagement Visa numbers climb

44% of those granted visas are primary applicants; the rest are partners and dependants. 52% of all visas have gone to men and 48% to women.

Jyotsana Varma appointed Regional Director–Pacific at Asian Development Bank in Sydney

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.

Fijian students explore pathways to careers and cultural experiences

For Fiji National University (FNU), Open Day 2025 transcends a mere calendar event; it represents a celebration of education, culture, job opportunities, and community involvement.

Fiji deputy PM urges UN to deliver “multilateralism with edge and purpose” for Pacific nations

“We see ourselves not merely as a host, but a solid partner to the UN — investing in a regional hub to bridge Pacific nations, the UN system and the broader development system.”

Rhyelle Aisea crowned Miss Hibiscus 2025, Fijis’s Acting PM Prasad calls festival ‘beating heart of our nation’

Alongside Miss Hibiscus 2025 Rhyelle Aisea (Miss National Fire Authority), Miss Unique Rubber Stamps Temalesi Tuiwalese was named first runner-up, and Miss Leleuvia Resort Tiare Colavoli took second runner-up.

Albanese strengthens global ties with UN, UK and UAE push on climate, trade and digital safety

Albanese held one-on-one talks with Starmer, praising the UK-Australia Free Trade Agreement that came into force in May 2023 and noting rising exports, particularly in food and agriculture.

Fiji government reaffirms support for truth and reconciliation process addressing coup years

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.

Fiji’s Prime Minister Rabuka in New York for UNGA80 to promote Pacific as Ocean of Peace

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.

Fiji and India share vision for Ocean of Peace, says DPM Prof. Biman Prasad

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.

Pukpuk Treaty marks new defence chapter for PNG and Australia

The agreement will formally elevate the defence relationship between the two nations into a mutual defence alliance.

Must-read

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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