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Former Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has received a hero's welcome at Sydney Airport after helping Iraq qualify for its first FIFA World Cup in 40 years.

A gale warning is now in force for parts of Fiji waters as Tropical Cyclone Vaianu continues to strengthen and move southeast of the group. The Fiji Meteorological Service said the gale warning applies to Yasawa, Mamanuca and the Southwest Viti Levu waters, while a gale alert is in place for the Kadavu Passage. A strong wind warning remains in force for the rest of Fiji waters. At midday today, Tropical Cyclone Vaianu was moving southeast at around 10km/h. Forecasters say the system is in a favo

A weather presenter has claimed to have the "last laugh" by eating the same crab that bit her finger and sent her to hospital.

This is to respond to emergency cases across Western Province By ULUTAH GINA Solomon Star, Gizo The Western Provincial Disaster Operations Committee (PDOC) has officially declared that the Provincial Emergency Operations  Centre (PEOC) is now activated. This is to respond to emergency cases affecting parts of Western Province following the current natural disaster brought about the severe tropical cyclone Maila which had generated strong winds, heav

Brisbane coach Michael Maguire is facing a brand new selection challenge against North Queensland with Ben Hunt, Adam Reynolds and Reece Walsh set to be absent at the same time.

Government vehicles have been directed to reduce fuel consumption by 30 per cent and if misused, the vehicles would be impounded on the spot. In a circular issued on April 2, Finance permanent secretary Shiri Gounder said the move was part of proactive measures to manage rising costs linked to the war in the Middle East. “The recent conflict in the Middle East has triggered a major risk to global fuel supply with significant price hikes. This has translated into domestic fuel price increas

Australia's aging men's cricket side is not about to "drop off" in performance, but the chairman of selectors says expectations should be managed as the squad goes through a change in the near future. 

WHILE many around the country were commemorating Resurrection Sunday, four children of Votua Village in Ba, received the painful news in church that their father and sole breadwinner, Gaberieli Walu, had died while collecting mussels. Mr Walu is believed to have drowned while attempting to cross the Ba River on Saturday. The tragic incident has left, Eneriko Qoro, 18, Kelera Ramoce, 14, Amelia Droka, 10, and Adrea Seru, 9, without both parents as they had also endured the loss of their mother, A

The risk of flooding in low-lying and flood-prone areas remains high as Tropical Cyclone Vaianu continues to influence weather conditions across the country. The Fiji Meteorological Service said high intensity rainfall is expected, which could lead to rising river levels and flash flooding nationwide. At midday today, Tropical Cyclone Vaianu was analysed about 500 kilometres west-northwest of Yasawa-i-Rara and was moving southeast at about five knots. The system is expected to intensify further

The Tenancy Tribunal has ruled that a landlord was justified in evicting a tenant with a traumatic brain injury who is now living on his mother’s couch after he hospitalised a neighbour in a violent assault.

A deeper human struggle lies behind the growing concern over substance abuse among youths, said Peter Loy Chong, who is urging young people to rebuild their sense of self-worth and spiritual identity. Speaking at the Easter youth celebration at the Civic Centre in Suva yesterday, Archbishop Loy Chong said the issue goes beyond drugs, pointing to a need for love, belonging, and guidance. “There’s a lot of discussion about drugs, behind the drugs is a person that is hungry for love,&#8

Police in Kavieng, New Ireland province, have confirmed the apprehension and detainment of eight boys involved in the armed robbery at Huiyang Trading this morning. All eight boys were picked up by police with the assistance of the general public after the robbery. To access this post, you must purchase Web, Web – One-Day, Web – 14-Day, Web – One-Month, Web – Three-Month, Web – Six-Month, Web – Annual, Web & eBook, Web & eBook – One-Day, Web & eBook – 14-Day, Web & eBook – One-Month, Web

Fiji's Cabinet has approved a contingency fund of $1.96 million (US$869,623) to support the possible evacuation of Fijians from Israel, the United Arab Emirates, and the wider Gulf region if the Middle East conflict worsens. The post Fiji’s Cabinet approves a contingency fund for evacuation of citizens in the Middle East appeared first on Post Courier.

Parramatta looks to bounce back after last week's mauling by the Panthers by taking on the in-form Wests Tigers on Easter Monday. Follow live.

Independent economist Tony Alexander says a record number of mum-and-dad landlords are planning to sell their properties.

Traffic chaos SAMU SILATOLU NAKASI ALMOST weekly, I am certain, a letter would comment on the “donkey years” issue, regarding everyday traffic. And it has been concentrating, I believe, within a 3km radius, from our urban centres. Not only weekends or long public holidays, but everyday. Is the Government going to just cope with the status quo? Is the “complacent mindset” of leaders not being disturbed by the existing scenario? In fact, what is the expected proactive action to resolve our traffic

Princess Cruises have set the bar remarkably high for this first-time cruiser with levels of service, and experiences that will last a lifetime.

All Blacks midfielder David Havili is on the cusp of returning to a Crusaders side that has buried the demons which plagued it at the start of the season.

MetService said the Category 2 Cyclone Vaianu to the east of Vanuatu is gaining in speed and power.

The Central Provincial Administration and Government are now setting systems in place to monitor the performance of ward councillors in 16 local-level governments. Provincial Local Level Government Advisor Mr Guma Tau revealed this in an interview with Post-Courier online this week. To access this post, you must purchase Web, Web – One-Day, Web – 14-Day, Web – One-Month, Web – Three-Month, Web – Six-Month, Web – Annual, Web & eBook, Web & eBook – One-Day, Web & eBook – 14-Day, Web & eBook