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24/04/2026
Crusaders christen new stadium with 35-20 win over Tahs'
The red and blacks christened One New Zealand Stadium with a 35-20 win over the Waratahs, giving the sold-out crowd of 25,000 plenty to cheer about along the way.Sure, th
8 days ago
Drua winger Rakuro excited to play against the Chiefs
Swire Shipping Fijian Drua winger, Taniela Rakuro will return to action this Sunday after time on the sidelines due to injury and says he is eager to get back on the
8 days ago
Drua under no illusion, Chiefs game will be a cracker
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua are under no illusion about their contest in Christchurch, against the Chiefs, in round 12 of the Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific, despite
8 days ago

Jerry Tuwai appointed as Assistant Fiji Airways 7s Coach
Two-time Olympic Gold medalist Jerry Tuwai has just been announced as the Assistant Coach for the Fiji Airways Men's National 7s side this afternoon.Tuwai will join his f
8 days ago
NRL: Roosters makes comeback win over the Knights 38-24
Roosters sensation Mark Nawaqanitawase scored a double to help his Sydney Roosters side come back to win 38-24 over the Newcastle Knights.The Roosters were down 24-12 at
8 days ago
Drua and Moana Pasifika battle injuries ahead of Super Rugby Super Round
Injuries continue to disrupt both the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua and Moana Pasifika as they prepare for the Super Rugby Pacific ‘Super Round’ in Christchurch. Both s
8 days ago

NRL: Wests Tigers return to top two after 34-14 win over Raiders
The Wests Tigers have moved back into the top two on the NRL points table after a 33-14 win over a spirited Canberra Raiders side last night.27-year-old Adam Doueihi scor
8 days ago

23/04/2026
Grammar athletes urged to have fun and enjoy the Coke Games - Delai
The Suva Grammar School Athletics team has been told to have fun and enjoy the Coca-Cola Games. Grammar Head Coach, Jone Delai shared this with fijivillage Sports, sayi
9 days ago
Who ever wins the breakdown wins the match - Jackson
The battle at the breakdown will be crucial when the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua take on the Chiefs, with the outcome in that area likely to determine the winner.Drua head
9 days ago
Koroisau and Turuva to start for Tigers against the Raiders tonight
Vodafone Fiji Bati players Apisai Koroisau and Sunia Turuva will line up for the Wests Tigers as they look to rebound from a one-point loss to the Broncos last weekend.Co
9 days ago

Leileiwasa played his first 80-minute rugby and dictated the game well - Jackson
Issak Fines Leileiwasa completed the first full 80-minute match of his professional rugby career against the Brumbies, earning praise from his coach for his composure, ex
9 days ago
Sititi returns to no.8 while 22-year-old Hutchinson makes debut at fullback
After a brilliant performance against the Hurricanes last weekend, the Chiefs have named All Black Wallace Sititi to start at number 8 against the Swire Shipping Fijian D
9 days ago
MGM fine-tunes preparations ahead of Coca-Cola Games
As schools prepare for the 2026 Coca-Cola Games starting next week, Mahatma Gandhi Memorial High School is now focusing on fine-tuning their performances, with training h
9 days ago

22/04/2026
Havili and Taylor return for Crusaders while Fainga’anuku starts at flanker
Crusaders captain David Havili and hooker Codie Taylor make their returns to the starting lineup this week, with Leicester Fainga’anuku named to start at openside flan
10 days ago
Lomani and Rakuro back for Super Round
Swire Shipping Fijian Drua co-captain and halfback Frank Lomani and wing Taniela Rakuro are back for the crucial clash against the Chiefs in this week's Shop N Save Super
10 days ago
Armstrong-Ravula’s rise draws attention as Tupaea leads Player of the Year race
Isaiah Armstrong-Ravula is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about young playmakers in Super Rugby Pacific, and his rising influence for the Fijian Drua is now star
10 days ago

Drua determined to secure a quarterfinal spot
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua players are determined to secure a quarter-final spot and have been putting in intense work at training to make it happen. Head coach Glen
10 days ago
Drua vs Highlanders game to kick off 30 minutes earlier next week
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua has confirmed that the kickoff for their game against the Highlanders next Saturday has been moved forward by 30 minutes.Fijian Drua CEO Je
10 days ago
Promising midfielder Riley Higgins quits Hurricanes for Scotland
Hurricanes midfielder, Riley Higgins rejected a new two-year contract with the team to sign with Edinburgh, a move that could see the promising player switch allegiance t
10 days ago

Pacific bid team reaffirms strength after failed Moana Pasifika acquisition attempt
The founder of a Maori and Pacific-led professional rugby club says her group has the funding, strategy, and expertise needed to sustain the Moana Pasifika franchise, des
10 days ago

21/04/2026
QVS wants to improve from last year's performance during Coke Games - Tabakaucoro
The goal for Queen Victoria School is to improve on last year’s performance and continue progressing each season, and they are on track to achieve that this year.This w
11 days ago
Mayanavanua says away win boosts Drua ahead of Chiefs clash
Swire Shipping Fijian Drua captain Temo Mayanavanua says securing an away win is a significant boost for the team, and they aim to carry that momentum into their upcomi
11 days ago
Jackson grateful for support as he nears Drua exit
I will sorely miss the team.These are the words of Swire Shipping Fijian Drua Head Coach Glen Jackson following his announcement last week that he will leave the franchis
11 days ago

Canberra is a hard place to win a rugby match - Jackson
Winning a Super Rugby match in Canberra the home of the ACT Brumbies, is widely considered one of the toughest challenges, making the Swire Shipping Drua’s victory ther
11 days ago

20/04/2026
Bula FC targets long-term consistency after securing top-four spot in OFC Pro League
With Extra Bula FC in the top four of the OFC Pro League, head coach Stéphane Auvray says satisfaction comes from transforming amateur players into professionals with de
12 days ago
Drua players took to the field with clear intent, to win - Captain
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua players took to the field with clear intent, determined to make history by defeating the Brumbies on their home turf.This sentiments was sh
12 days ago
Dragons part ways with Flanagan after seven straight losses
Shane Flanagan sacked as St George Illawarra Dragons head coachJust eight months after the Dragons handed him a two-year contract extension, the last-placed club confirme
12 days ago

Cokanauto aims to break sub-junior long jump record at the Coke Games
Queen Victoria School athlete Jhaire Cokanauto is looking forward to participating in his first Coca Cola Games this year and will be aiming to etch his name in the recor
12 days ago
Hughes credits teamwork as Bula FC secure crucial win over Auckland FC
Extra Bula FC midfielder, Setareki Hughes has credited teamwork, faith and determination following their crucial 2-1 victory over table leaders Auckland FC in Round 5 of
12 days ago
Rhodes retains title after chaotic WrestleMania main event
Cody Rhodes has retained the undisputed WWE Championship after defeating Randy Orton in a dramatic and chaotic main event at WrestleMania 42 on Saturday.The match was thr
12 days ago

Blitzboks thrash Argentina 35-7 to claim first-ever Hong Kong 7s title
The Blitzboks have finally won their first-ever HSBC Hong Kong 7s title after thrashing defending champions Argentina 35-7. Selvyn Davids scored a double, with the other
12 days ago
Fijian Drua climb to 8th, playoff hopes still alive
After an impressive performance in Canberra against the Brumbies, the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua have moved up to eighth place in the Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific poin
12 days ago

19/04/2026
Hong Kong 7s: Black Ferns beat Australia 19-14 to win Cup final
The Black Ferns have won the Cup final at the HSBC Hong Kong 7s after beating trans-Tasman rival Australia 19-14.This is the 10th straight time these two teams have met
13 days ago
Hong Kong 7s: Fiji claims 5th place after beating Australia 26-10
The Fiji Airways Men's National side has claimed 5th place at the HSBC Hong Kong 7s which is the first World Champions tournament, by holding off Australia 26-10.Tomasi V
13 days ago
Hong Kong 7s: Fijiana thump Spain 31-7 to secure 7th place
The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s side has just won its second game at the HSBC Hong Kong 7s, after beating Spain 31-7 in the 7th place playoff this afternoon.Reapi Ulunisau an
13 days ago

Ba secure 2-nil win over Navua
Ba FC have claimed all three points after a determined 2-0 victory over Navua FC in their Extra Premier League clash.After a goalless first half, Ilisoni Logaivau broke
13 days ago
The game plan was to pressure the Brumbies for the entire 80 minutes - Jackson
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua entered their match against the ACT Brumbies with a clear objective; to apply pressure for the full 80 minutes, and the approach proved eff
13 days ago
Real Sociedad edge Atletico on penalties to win Copa del Rey
Real Sociedad have claimed their fourth Copa del Rey title after defeating Atletico Madrid on penalties in a thrilling final. Sociedad got off to a perfect start, scoring
13 days ago

Mataele dedicates win to the nation and the late Ratu Epeli Nailatikau's family
Swire Shipping Fijian Drua winger Manasa Mataele, who was named Player of the Match in their thrilling clash against the Brumbies last night, has dedicated their victory
13 days ago
Man United edge Chelsea to boost Champions League hopes
Manchester United have strengthened their push for a Champions League spot with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, thanks to a first-half strike from
13 days ago
Krishna credits fans and honours Manuca after Bula FC’s big win
Extra Bula FC captain Roy Krishna has credited teamwork and strong fan support following their impressive 2-1 win over table leaders Auckland FC in Round 5 of the OFC Pro
13 days ago

Drua create history beating the Brumbies 33-28 in Canberra
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua have created history, beating the ACT Brumbies 33-28 in Canberra.While Brumbies winger Ollie Sapsford drew first blood to lead 7-0Manasa Ma
13 days ago
Bula FC stun Auckland FC 2-1, secures spot in Leaders Group
Extra Bula FC have pulled off a stunning 2-1 upset over table leaders Auckland FC in a dramatic Round 5 encounter of the OFC Pro League at 4R Stadium, Govind Park in Ba,
13 days ago
Hong Kong 7s: Fiji goes down fighting 17-24 to Argentina
The Fiji Airways Men's National 7s team has gone down fighting 17-24 to Argentina in the last quarterfinal at the Hong Kong 7s.Indiscipline cost the Fiji side the game, a
13 days ago

Hong Kong 7s: Fijiana go down 45-5 to Australia
The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s side went down 45-5 to Australia in their quarterfinal at the Hong Kong 7s.The Levi sisters, Maddison and Teagan, scored doubles, with the oth
13 days ago
Sititi Super Point hero as Chiefs pull off thrilling win over Hurricanes
Returning star Wallace Sititi has proven to be the hero for the Chiefs, crossing four minutes into Super Point for a 22-17 win over the Hurricanes.The All Black crossed f
13 days ago

18/04/2026
Intensity key for Bula FC against Auckland FC - Auvray
Extra Bula FC coach Stephane Auvray says matching the intensity of the top team will be key as they prepare to face table leaders Auckland FC tonight in their final match
14 days ago
Fijian Drua brace for tough clash against Brumbies
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua are bracing for a physical battle when they take on the ACT Brumbies in Canberra tonight in round 10 of the Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific
14 days ago
Bula FC target key improvements before facing Auckland FC
Extra Bula FC will be looking to fix the small details in their game as they take on table leaders Auckland FC in their final match of Round 5 in the OFC Pro League tonig
14 days ago

Sam Tawake to play his 50th match against the Brumbies tonight
It will be a special night for veteran prop Samuela Tawake as he marks his 50th appearance when the Fijian Drua face the ACT Brumbies in Round 10 of the Shop N Save Supe
14 days ago
Auvray backs long-term approach as Bula FC faces crucial clash with Auckland FC
As Extra Bula FC prepares for their crucial match against Auckland FC today, head coach Stéphane Auvray says the team knows where they stand and he understand the lack
14 days ago
Anahira McCutcheon establishes herself as one of Fiji's leading young swimmers, winning medals in Australia
16-year-old Fiji Swimmer Anahira McCutcheon is establishing herself among Fiji’s leading young swimmers after winning one gold and two silver at 2026 Australian Age
14 days ago

Raiders beat Storm 26-22 while Panthers edge Dolphins 23-22
The Canberra Raiders opened last night’s NRL action with a 26-22 victory over the Melbourne Storm in Canberra.This marks five straight losses for the Storm, only the th
14 days ago
Fijiana scores 13 tries to demolish Tonga 83-5 at Churchill Park
The Vodafone Fijiana XV team opened their Oceania Rugby Women’s Championship campaign, scoring 13 tries to demolish the Tongan women’s national rugby union team 83–
14 days ago
Fiji Football mourns passing of former National Midfielder Tuimasi Manuca
The Fiji Football Association is grieving the loss of former national team and Ba midfielder Tuimasi Manuca, who passed away following a brave fight against cancer. Assoc
14 days ago

Waratahs fight home to 29-14 victory over Moana Pasifika
The NSW Waratahs have fought their way back for a 29-14 win over Moana Pasifika.It came after players were forced off the field for nearly 45 minutes due to lightning.The
14 days ago

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Seaqaqa and Labasa cane farmers fear for livelihood due non-renewal of leases
While hundreds of leases have been renewed, non-renewals and subdivision of cane land for residential use in Seaqaqa are leaving many farming ...
3 days ago

Citizens to oppose proposed TNG Waste-to-Energy incinerator in Saweni, Vuda
Serious concerns are being raised regarding a proposed Australian company's TNG Waste-to-Energy incinerator in Saweni, Vuda, and a group of concerned ...
4 days ago

Drug lord Jone Vakarisi dies in military custody as investigations find unauthorised weapons outside RFMF inventory
Druglord, Jone Vakarisi has died in military custoday, 3 other associates have been released after questioning, 1 RFMF personnel remains in military ...
11 days ago

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