May 11, 2023

Younis Bese Nominated for Women’s HSBC 7s Rookie of the Year Award

Former Fiji Secondary School sprinter Younis Bese has been nominated for the Rookie of the Year Award at this weekend's Women's HSBC 7s Awards. Bese burst onto the scene during the Dubai tournament in November last year, just a few months after joining the Fijiana Drua team. Her pace and speed have captured the attention of fans and experts alike, with one of her standout moments being a 70-meter dash-try at the Cape Town tournament in December 2022. CLICK ON HEADLINE FOR MORE

Fijiana Seek Olympic Qualification, Amidst Stiff Competition from Ireland, Great Britain

The Fijiana 7s team must finish ahead of Great Britain and two places above Ireland at the Toulouse 7s tournament, which starts tomorrow, to automatically qualify for the Paris Olympics next year. Already assured of their places at Paris 2024 are the Black Ferns 7s, France, Australia, and the USA. The remaining spot will be contested this weekend between the Fijiana, currently with 62 points, Ireland with 64 points, and Great Britain with 60 points. CLICK ON HEADLINE FOR MORE

Fiji Police Detains Man at Nadi Airport for Alleged $38,000 Fraud Scheme

Fiji authorities have apprehended a 27-year-old man at Nadi Airport this week on charges of defrauding six individuals out of a total sum exceeding $38,000. The suspect, identified as a former sales executive at a car and parts dealership, was taken into custody while attempting to board a flight out of Fiji. CLICK ON HEADLINE FOR MORE
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