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By Talaia Mika, RNZ Pacific Samoa correspondentThere’s been a call for police in Samoa to attend local sports matches after the death of a man during a rugby league game over the weekend.The incident has raised questions about safety at community sporting events, but police say discipline cannot depend solely on officers being present.A Marist Saints rugby league player, known as Saveatama Faamavaega Saveatama, died as a result of an altercation at the Vaiala Rugby Fields on Saturday during a match between Marist Saints and the Apia Barracudas.Social media was flooded with footage of the brawl between players which continued…

Yesterday’s clash between NSW Fijians and Auckland Fijians. [insert: Vilimaina Davu] Giving back to the sport that shaped her career remains a driving force for former Fiji Pearls and New Zealand representative Vilimaina Davu as she guides the Auckland Fijians at the Netball Fiji Invitational Tournament. Davu, who is coaching the Auckland Fijians side, believes former players have a responsibility to help develop the next generation and contribute to the growth of netball. “Giving back to netball is always part of our journey as former players. It’s about growing netball and looking at the future we have in Fiji.” The…

South Africa women at training this morning in Albert Park. [insert: vice captain Libbie Janse van Rensburg] South Africa Women’s vice-captain Libbie Janse van Rensburg says the team has quickly settled into life in Fiji and is eager to take on the Vodafone Fijiana XV this Saturday. The Springbok Women arrived in the country last week ahead of the opening Test of the two-match series and have spent the past few days recovering from the long journey and adjusting to local conditions. Van Rensburg says the squad is now refreshed and focused on the challenge ahead. “I think we’ve had…

[Source: File] This weekend’s Vodafone Deans and Weetbix Raluve quarterfinals are going to be played at four different venues. Suva, Tavua, Vatukoula and Savusavu are going to host the games. Vatukoula’s Theodore Park will host three games and six at Garvey Park. Ganilau Park have three games, which include two Raluve quarterfinals plus the U19 game between Navatu Secondary School and Suva Grammar School.Article continues after advertisement Seven games, including the Fijiana 15s and South Africa, have been confirmed for the HFC Stadium in Suva. The Test match is the curtain-raiser to the U18 quarterfinals between Lelean Memorial School and…

Global law firm Ashurst Perkins Coie has advised Solar Pacific Pristine Power on the expansion and financing of a major solar and battery energy storage project in Palau. Solar Pacific is a subsidiary of Philippine renewable energy company Alternergy. The expanded project is now one of the largest combined solar and battery energy storage installations in the Pacific island nation, supporting Palau’s transition toward cleaner and more reliable energy. Before the project, Palau depended heavily on imported diesel fuel for electricity generation, with more than 99% of its power produced using automotive diesel. The expansion is expected to significantly reduce…

The new Fijian Drua head coach has set the tone for the Fiji-based franchise moving forward, making it clear that players will have to work hard to ensure the team environment is enjoyable and positive.Brad Mooar, a former All Blacks and Scotland assistant coach, was announced as Drua head coach last month, after spending the past two years with the Crusaders.Speaking to the media in Nadi in his first press conference in his new role, Mooar said he will use his experience to help the club in the Super Rugby Pacific competition.But the way forward is clear: everyone must work…

[Photo: File] The United Nations wants Fiji to play a bigger role in global peacekeeping, saying the Pacific must have a stronger voice as conflicts around the world become increasinglycomplex. UN Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix says Fiji’s 50-year contribution to peacekeeping has positioned the country as a key partner for futureoperations. During his visit to Fiji, the UN Under-Secretary-General for Peace praised the country’s contribution of military and police personnel to missions across the world. He says Fiji’s experience and commitment to multilateralism provide a strong foundation for expanding cooperation. “We do believe, and I do believe personally,…

KOROR, Palau — Nearly the entirety of the Pacific Ocean separates the United States from the Republic of Palau. While the physical distance between the two countries is considerable, in terms of historical, social and cultural ties, the U.S. and Palau enjoy a close relationship. During World War II, Palau was a location of immense strategic importance and the scene of many bloody battles between the U.S. and Japan. Since this time, Palau continues to be a strategically important location and the U.S. has maintained a close and mutually beneficial relationship to the country and people of Palau.Similarly, the current…

[Photo: File] Anyone who enters politics aspires to become Prime Minister, says PM Sitiveni Rabuka. Rabuka explained that Kamikamica’s role in forming the People’s Alliance puts him in a strong position to take over leadership in the future. He says Kamikamica has always been someone he considered capable of leading the party. Rabuka states that he remains confident in leading the party into the next general election. However, he says the party cannot assume victory and must continue working tomaintain public confidence. The comments come as Kamikamica returns to cabinet after being cleared in court.Article continues after advertisement He says…

[Photo: FILE] A new publication documenting six decades of women’s contributions to Fiji’s Parliament is being used to inspire more women and girls to consider leadership roles. The Commonwealth Women Parliamentarians Fiji Group has launched a booklet highlighting the journeys and achievements of women leaders who have served in Fiji’s Parliament andSenate from 1966 to 2026. Minister for Women Sashi Kiran says the publication aims to preserve the legacy of women who helped shape Fiji’s democratic institutions and encourage future generations tofollow their path. “We have been doing a lot of work through our Women’s Caucus, and we decided to…