Fijian Wallabies backrower Valetini wins first John Eales Medal
Fijian Wallabies’ backrower Rob Valetini has claimed his first-ever John Eales Medal at the Rugby Australia Awards. The recipient of this medal is usually voted
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My mother is a significant influence in my rugby journey – Kalaveti Ravouvou
Former Swire Shipping Fijian Drua and Bristol Bears centre, Kalaveti Ravouvou says his mother has been a significant influence in his journey as a rugby player. Ravouv
200 cases of congenital heart defects recorded annually in Fiji - Dr Lalabalavu
200 cases of congenital heart defects are recorded annually in Fiji while in the South Pacific, 2,500 children are born with the condition. This was highlighted by the
Suva Rugby says FRU has no trust at all in our local coaches
Suva Rugby Union General Secretary, Nemani Tuifagalele says there is no trust shown towards our local coaches by the Fiji Rugby Union and that is a big issue that needs t
Fiji Rugby Union takes strides in Women's Rugby Development for future growth
In enhancing the future of rugby for our local Women's teams, the Fiji Rugby Football Union Trust Board today organised a one-day Women in Rugby Talanoa session where rep
Ro Filipe promises collaboration with city council to address flooding concerns
Following serious concerns raised regarding blocked drains causing flooding in the greater Suva area, Minister for Public Works, Ro Filipe Tuisawau says they are liaising
Bower makes starting lineup for Crusaders v Munster clash
Crusaders prop George Bower who has links to Fiji makes the run on side for the highly anticipated Crusaders vs Munster clash in Cork, Ireland. Bower who was out for m
Substandard potatoes, onions and eggs sold by some supermarkets
Serious concerns have been raised about rotten potatoes, onions and eggs being sold at some supermarkets and shops. The Consumer Council of Fiji confirms they have rec
Rasta Rasivhenge holds first-ever referee clinic for the Kadavu Rugby Union
While giving his time to help our local referees become more competent and raise their level of performance, renowned international rugby referee Rasta Rasivhenge yesterd
Sky Pacific to show 2024 Six Nations Rugby tournament
Good news for rugby fans in the country as Sky Pacific will be showing the 2024 Six Nations rugby tournament from this weekend. Digicel Fiji Chief Executive Officer Fa
Former Highlanders coach Tony Brown linked to Springboks role
Tony Brown could be unveiled as part of the new-look Springboks coaching panel as early as this week, according to a report in South Africa. Afrikaans newspaper Rappor
Erasmus in hospital after suffering chemical burns
South Africa's Director of Rugby, Rassie Erasmus, has been admitted to hospital after a freak accident left him with chemical burns but he is expected to be back at work
Thousands of people to benefit from the newly renovated Koronubu Cemetery Crematorium
Good news for thousands of people living in the Koronubu, Benai and neighbouring areas as they will benefit from the newly renovated Koronubu Cemetery Crematorium in Ba.
Matavesi scores for Saints in 38-13 bonus win over Newcastle
Fiji Water Flying Fijians hooker Sam Matavesi scored a try to help his Northampton Saints side to a 38-13 bonus-point victory over Newcastle in the English Premiership Ru
Sweden based Cardiologist conducts echocardiograms at Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Heart Screening Centre
Sweden-based pediatric cardiologist, Doctor Vasiliki Vourvoulaki is currently at the Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Heart Screening Centre conducting free echocardiogra
Flying Fijians will play the All Blacks later this year
The Fiji Water Flying Fijians will play the All Blacks later this year however the venue is expected to be confirmed soon. Although it was earlier suggested that Fiji
No FRU officials were present at the Wairiki 7s as the focus turned to the Coral Coast 7s – Valenitabua
Fiji Rugby Interim Administrator Simione Valenitabua has confirmed to fijivillage News that no national selectors or talent ID personnel were present at the recent Fiji B
Ref Jaco Peyper retires
Test rugby referee Jaco Peyper has retired, in part because of a lingering Achilles tendon injury. Peyper called time on a 12-year test career including three Rugby Wo
Schmidt announced as Wallabies Coach
Rugby Australia has confirmed Joe Schmidt has been appointed as Wallabies coach. Schmidt signs a two-year deal starting in March, committing to the side until the end
Elton Jantjies handed four-year ban for doping
The South African Institute for Drug Free Sport has announced South Africa fly-half Elton Jantjies has been given a four-year ban from the sport for doping. Jantjies,
Former Ireland and All Blacks coach Schmidt set to take up Wallabies’ head coach role
The Wallabies are set to welcome former Ireland and All Blacks coach Joe Schmidt as their new head coach and finally put an end to the head coach saga behind the Austral