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<title>Naitasiri, Ba Pro in Under-19 final  </title>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[The Iliesa Gaunavinaka captained- Naitasiri Secondary School beat Nasinu Secondary School 20-16 in the Vodafone Fiji Secondary Schools Rugby League Under-19 semi-final at Prince Charles Park, Nadi, today.
Both side played a well-structured game with ball on hand.
“It was a good game and we had expected it to be tough all through out,” Gaunavinaka said.
“Our aim is to be in the final once again as we lost to RKS (Ratu Kadavulevu School) in the final last year. We have a good group of boys who had played last year.”
In the other semi-final, Ra High School had only themselves to blame as they narrowly lost 16-14 to Ba Provincial Freebird Institute in a torrid clash.
Two Ra High School players were sent off for dangerous play. Ba Pro who had won the title previously, remained calm during those heated moments and focused on their game.
Ba Pro led 16-10 at the breather.
Ba Pro captain Bale Vetaukula said, they had to work on their discipline which was paramount for them.
“The side that committed less errors and discipline was to come out winners.
“We had lost to them in the Western semi-final 12-10, which was from our indiscipline so we worked on that and it did give us the win.”
 
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<title>QVS to face MBHS in U17 final   </title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Apr 2024 04:57:19 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[QVS led 10-6 at the breather.  ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[The Josua Raqoro captained- Queen Victoria School is the team to beat in the grand final of the Vodafone Fiji Secondary Schools Rugby League Championship Under-17 division at Prince Charles Park, Nadi, next Saturday.  
This was QVS side drew 10-10 with Ba Provincial Freebird Institute after sudden death in the semi-final at the same venue. Both teams were locked 10-10 at full-time.   
QVS tries came from dummy-half Joseva Suguturaga and winger Asivorosi Kete with the conversion from Isikeli Bari. 
Ba Provincial Freebird Institute’s try came from winger Josua Lotu and the conversion from full back Jese Saukuru.   
QVS led 10-6 at the breather.  
In the second spell, Ba Pro came back with a try to second row Josese Ratu but they had to blame themselves for not playing smart rugby league.  
Raqoro said: “We knew it would be a tough one, but we were fit, and we were encouraged to play hard and up our defence well.”  
In the other match, Tevita Delaibau was the toast of the Marist Brother High School side as he dashed to score winning try in the corner to seal the 22-20 victory over Natabua High School.   
MBHS captain Saimoni Uluimoala said: “We knew that it won’t be an easy match against Natabua but we had to give our best. 
‘It did pay off as the boys had to stick to the game plan and also play to the last whistle.” 
 
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<title>Nurses raise challenges at AGM</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Minister for Health Dr Antonio Lalabavu said the improving the health workforce needs is one of the priorities of the coalition Government.]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div dir="auto">The Fiji Nursing Association is calling on Government, leaders, and planners to shift their perspectives from a reductionist approach.</div>
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<div dir="auto">This is in light of several concerns raised by the association members on the remuneration and challenges faced by nurses in Fiji.</div>
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<div dir="auto">Association president Dr Alisi Vudiniabola spoke of the challenges and faced by nurses in Fiji and the way forward during their 65th annual general meeting at the Grand Pacific Hotel in Suva.</div>
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<div dir="auto">“The Fiji Nursing Association requires our leaders and planners to shift their perspectives from that of a reductionist approach which overlooks the substantial and often underemphasized Economic value that we nurses contribute to health services and to our society as a whole,” Dr Vudiniabola said.</div>
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<div dir="auto">“Like many other countries around the world, budgetary cuts in health have always affected nursing care and nursing services.</div>
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<div dir="auto">“Governments find it easy to cut nurses’ allowance such as overtimes, risks etc during financial difficulties, while also expecting nurses to continue to provide nursing services after hours- foc.”</div>
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<div dir="auto">Minister for Health Dr Antonio Lalabavu said the improving the health workforce needs is one of the priorities of the coalition Government.</div>
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<div dir="auto">For the health workforce, he said it is no secret that the high attrition rates for health care workers from the Ministry in the last 24 months has impacted its ability to deliver the health services.</div>
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<div dir="auto">“The Ministry will continue to undertake active recruitment to improve workforce strength at the Ministry.</div>
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<div dir="auto">“Follow the implementation of the salary adjustments and remuneration incentives approved by Parliament on the national budget this year, the Ministry has noted a decrease in the attrition rate for nurses in November and December 2023,” Dr Lalabavu said.</div>
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<div dir="auto">“We are hopeful that this trend will continue.”</div>
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<title>All is well in SODELPA</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Ba West constituency president Seremaia Tuiteci walked out of the AGM a few minutes after the meeting started this morning.]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div dir="auto">“All is well in SODELPA”.</div>
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<div dir="auto">This was the response from both Minister for iTaukei Affairs Ifereimi Vasu and Minister for Education, Civil Aviation, and Tourism Viliame Gavoka when asked about the Social Democratic Liberal Party (SODELPA) Annual General Meeting (AGM) update during its break at the Civic Centre today.</div>
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<div dir="auto">Mr Vasu and Mr Gavoka are two of the three SODELPA candidates in Parliament.</div>
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<div dir="auto">Ba West constituency president Seremaia Tuiteci walked out of the AGM a few minutes after the meeting started this morning.</div>
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<div dir="auto">Mr Tuiteci expressed disappointment that agenda item eight of the AGM, which is “to appoint officers of the party as and when necessary,” was not addressed as agenda item one.</div>
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<div dir="auto">Constituencies including Nadroga and Ba West have indicated their support for MrGavoka and insisted that he remain the party leader.</div>
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<div dir="auto">This comes amid a letter from the SODELPA management board earlier this week, demanding that Mr Gavoka relinquish the position of Minister of Education and facilitate the reinstatement of Mr. Radrodro.</div>
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<div dir="auto">However, only valid party members will be allowed to participate at the AGM, and membership was registered through the respective branches, not at the AGM venue.</div>
<div dir="auto"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-609252" src="https://fijisun.com.fj/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/web-8.jpg" alt="" width="1025" height="506" srcset="https://fijisun.com.fj/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/web-8.jpg 1025w, https://fijisun.com.fj/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/web-8-300x148.jpg 300w, https://fijisun.com.fj/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/web-8-768x379.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1025px) 100vw, 1025px" /></div>
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<div dir="auto">Already, a number of constituencies, including Nadroga and Ba West, have indicated their support for Mr Gavoka and insisted that he remain the party leader.</div>
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<div dir="auto">But the SODELPA constitution is clear about the party leader application process. The party leader</div>
<div dir="auto">is appointed by the management board through a competitive, transparent, nationally recognised selection process, before the second meeting of the General Assembly following the last general election.</div>
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<div dir="auto">Last month, the party advertised the role through the Pacific People Recruitment Agency. Only three applications were received. Mr Gavoka did not apply.</div>
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<div dir="auto">Feedback: <a style="color: #0000ff;" href="mailto:wati.talebula@fijisun.com.fj">wati.talebula@fijisun.com.fj</a></div>
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<title>New 7s players tested against Japan</title>
<link>https://fijisun.com.fj/2024/04/20/new-7s-players-tested-against-japan/</link>
<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kelera Sovasiga]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Sat, 20 Apr 2024 00:41:53 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[There will be two games per day: Morning Session at 10:30am followed by the Afternoon Session at 3pm ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[The Fiji men’s rugby sevens team had another session of warm-up matches against Japan at Albert Park, Suva, this morning. 
The matches are played under the Olympic Games schedule format seeing two consecutive days of games on Friday, followed by a rest day on Sunday, before culminating in the finals on Monday. 
This mirrors the scheduling structure of the Olympic Sevens competition, allowing players to acclimatise to the demands of back-to-back matches and recovery periods. 
Fiji sevens head coach, Osea Kolinisau, said this was a great opportunity to test out his squad, particularly the younger players who didn’t feature in recent tours. 
“I’m testing the young boys by playing them against Japan. This is to give them experience of playing an overseas side. 
“We are thankful for the Japan team for this opportunity as it will help us fine-tune our preparations and assess the depth of our squad ahead of the Olympics,” Kolinisau said. 
They’ll have their final warm-up matches on next Monday. There will be two games per day: Morning Session at 10:30am followed by the Afternoon Session at 3pm 
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<title>Ba Methodist faces QVS in U15 final</title>
<link>https://fijisun.com.fj/2024/04/20/ba-methodist-faces-qvs-in-u15-final/</link>
<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kelera Sovasiga]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Sat, 20 Apr 2024 00:31:29 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA["It was a tough game as expected," he said. ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[The Osea Naura captained- Ba Methodist High School has created history when they qualified to their first Vodafone Fiji Secondary Schools Rugby League Under-15 final. 
This was after the side was awarded the win after they had scored the first points against Sigatoka Methodist College. 
Both teams tied 6-6 at full-time and continued on to extra time. 
The Matavelo-based school scored the first try through Naura with the conversion from Seruvi Vakalolo going over, 6-0. 
Halftime: Ba Methodist led 6-0. 
In the second half, Sigatoka Methodist came back strongly and engineered a move, which allowed  Manasa Telawa to score while Tikiko Naruma kicked over the conversion. 
Naura said they worked hard to come this far. 
“It was a tough game as expected,” he said. 
“We did lose to them in the Western Zone semi-final, and I guess we turned the table around.” 
In the other U15 semi-final, Queen Victoria School beat Nabua Broncos 14-8. 
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<title>Wainimala upsets Jasper in semifinal</title>
<link>https://fijisun.com.fj/2024/04/20/wainimala-upsets-jasper-in-semifinal/</link>
<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kelera Sovasiga]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Sat, 20 Apr 2024 00:18:25 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Both teams were levelled 0-0 at halftime. ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[The Iva Tunidau captained- Wainimala Secondary School rugby league team has qualified to their first grand final of the Pherrus Trophy. 
This was after they upset Jasper Williams High School 12-0 in the semi-final at Prince Charles Park, Nadi, this morning. 
Both teams were levelled 0-0 at halftime. 
WSS’s tries came from dummy half Raijieli Likudrau and Tunidau. Likudrau kicked both conversions. 
Tunidau said their aim was to make the final. 
“We lost in the quarterfinal last year, so we wanted to finish better (this year),” she said. 
“The girls played their hearts out and we will celebrate now and work on the next match from Monday.” 
In the other semi-final, Naitasiri Secondary School beat Ra High School 22-14 in a torrid encounter.  
 
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<title>Waratahs keep same prep for Drua in Super W final</title>
<link>https://fijisun.com.fj/2024/04/20/waratahs-keep-same-prep-for-drua-in-super-w-final/</link>
<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kelera Sovasiga]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Sat, 20 Apr 2024 00:11:07 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[The Super W grand final will be next Sunday, April 28, in Ballymore Field, Brisbane, Australia.]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[Hard work and patience are the winning ingredients of the NSW Waratahs women’s side as they prepare to end the Rooster Chicken Fijian Drua’s reign as the Super W champions.
The Drua beat Western Force 25-14 in the first semifinal in Suva on Friday followed by the Waratahs 47-27 win over the ACT Brumbies in the second semifinal.
“We worked on a lot during the week, and it was good to put it all into action tonight,” Waratahs winger Desiree Miller after their semifinal win.
“We stayed calm and we stayed patience and that’s what resulted in my hat-trick (of tries). I couldn’t have done it without the girls.”
Miller said they got to the same preparation for the Drua.
 “If we stick to our processes and build on those one-percenters, I feel like we’ll have a really good shot.” 
The Super W grand final will be next Sunday, April 28, in Ballymore Field, Brisbane, Australia.
 
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<title>Authority assures water will be restored</title>
<link>https://fijisun.com.fj/2024/04/19/authority-assures-water-will-be-restored/</link>
<dc:creator><![CDATA[Fiji Sun News]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2024 05:38:00 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Mr Soderberg said the reduction in production levels at the Tamavua Water Treatment Plant was affecting water supply to customers ranging from low pressure, intermittent to no water supply.]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[Water Authority of Fiji has given its reassurance to villagers of Waiqanake, just outside Lami, that water will be fully restored next month.
Chief operating officer Seru Soderberg said they were exploring ways of building new pathways to supply water in affected areas.
Mr Soderberg said the reduction in production levels at the Tamavua Water Treatment Plant was affecting water supply to customers ranging from low pressure, intermittent to no water supply.
WAF operations teams are working to rectify it by prioritising the replenishment of service reservoirs to desired levels to allow water supply to normalise to the areas impacted.
Resident Angelina Ram said she has been constantly communicating with the authority but to no avail.
“Still, for the seventh consecutive day we have not received a single drop of water in our taps,” Ms Ram claimed.
With no water supply, Waqainake villagers use the nearby creek to bathe and do laundry.
 
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<title>Porter Airlines Is New Interline Partner</title>
<link>https://fijisun.com.fj/2024/04/19/porter-airlines-is-new-interline-partner/</link>
<dc:creator><![CDATA[Fiji Sun News]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2024 03:20:49 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[“This partnership means that families in various parts of the two countries can realistically consider a holiday in Fiji,” Mr Viljoen said. ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[In an effort to increase its footprint in North America, Fiji Airways has signed an interline agreement with Toronto based Porter Airlines.
Port Airlines provides services in Canada and the United States of America.
The agreement means visitors will only need one ticket to book and fly from airports serviced by Porter Airlines and connect onto their Fiji Airways flights out of Vancouver, Los Angeles and San Francisco.
“Many of these guests are flying in from other cities to catch our flights out of the three ports that Fiji Airways serves,” said Fiji Airways managing director and chief executive officer Andre Viljoen.
“We are excited to launch this interline partnership with Porter Airlines which creates easier access, and more travel options for customers travelling to and from the important and growing list of markets Porter serves.”
 
Porter Airlines with more than 60 aircraft in its fleet provides services to more than 30 destinations across Canada and the United States, with hubs in Toronto, Ottawa, Montréal, and Halifax.
Passengers flying on Fiji-Porter itineraries can connect in Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Vancouver.
“This partnership means that families in various parts of the two countries can realistically consider a holiday in Fiji,” Mr Viljoen said.
“Guests also won’t have to book separate flights and carry their luggage from one check-in counter to another because our agreement with Porter Airlines take care of all that in one ticket.”
Senior vice president and chief commercial officer, Porter Airlines, Edmond Eldebs, said the new partnership offers passengers seamless connections between Fiji Airways and Porter at key locations along the West Coast of North America.
 
Source: Fiji Airways
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<title>Vodafone Fiji is 2024 Tourism Exchange Technology Sponsor</title>
<link>https://fijisun.com.fj/2024/04/19/vodafone-fiji-is-2024-tourism-exchange-technology-sponsor/</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2024 03:20:27 +0000</pubDate>
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<category><![CDATA[2024 Fiji Tourism Exchange (FTE)]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Brent Hill]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Suite of Business Solutions]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Technology Sponsor]]></category>
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<description><![CDATA[“Embracing the future of tourism in Fiji means integrating cutting-edge technology to elevate visitor experiences and uphold sustainable practices,” he said. ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[Vodafone Fiji has been officially endorsed as the Technology Sponsor for Tourism Fiji’s upcoming 2024 Fiji Tourism Exchange (FTE).
“We are thrilled to extend our support for FTE, a pivotal event for our tourism sector, bringing together international trade, media and local tourism operators in one location to stage a variety of Fiji’s tourism products, create business opportunities and fortify comradery,” said Vodafone’s chief marketing officer, Rajnesh Prasad.
“FTE presents a superb opportunity for Vodafone Fiji to showcase its Suite of Business Solutions, that compliments the tourism industry in providing top-notch services to our visitors. This underpins our position as industry leaders in telecommunication and digital services,”
“As Tourism Fiji’s technology partner, we are dedicated to providing all Expo attendees, organisers and participants, with seamless connectivity, that will allow them to discover more about Fiji and make the most of this prestigious event.”
Tourism Fiji chief executive officer, Brent Hill said the tourism body was excited to have Vodafone come on board for FTE.
“Embracing the future of tourism in Fiji means integrating cutting-edge technology to elevate visitor experiences and uphold sustainable practices,” he said.
“We have long standing commitments with Vodafone and are very proud to continue to work with them to showcase Fiji’s unique culture, hospitality, and natural beauty to the world.
“As we grow year on year, having Vodafone as our esteemed technology partner plays a pivotal role in amplifying the reach and impact of Fijian Tourism Exchange 2024. Their expertise and innovation empower us to connect with travellers worldwide. In this increasingly digitised world, we aim to bring world-class events experience at FTE 2024,”
The FTE will be held from May 5 to 7, 2024 on Denarau island.
 
Source: Vodafone Fiji
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<title>We don’t like losing, says hooker</title>
<link>https://fijisun.com.fj/2024/04/19/we-dont-like-losing-says-hooker/</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2024 03:07:44 +0000</pubDate>
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<category><![CDATA[Super Rugby]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Asofa Aumua]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Clark Laidlaw]]></category>
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<description><![CDATA[“We are in a good space right now at the top of the table and we’ll try to stay up there as long as we can.]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[Livewire Hurricanes hooker Asofa Aumua hopes to bring in the much-needed impact from the bench against the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua in tonight’s Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific clash in Suva.
“We’ve had a good week of preparation and the boys had a lot of fun in the captain’s run,” Aumua said.
“We need to play well and hopefully we get the win as we always strive for the win, no one likes losing.”
Aumua said the players are enjoying their time in Suva.
“We are in a good space right now at the top of the table and we’ll try to stay up there as long as we can.
“We must stay on and not switch off in the game as Fijians can do anything out of anywhere.”
Aumua said their team connection is their biggest strength.
“Our coach Clark Laidlaw has been hard on us on the lesson of connecting with each other and our families as well,” he said.
“To the Hurricanes fans in Fiji, do come down and support us as it’s going to be a good match with Fijian flair rugby. We’ve got some tricks in our sleeve as well.”
Aumua was named Super Rugby Player of the Week after Round 8 of competition.
 
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<title>Perenara out to set new record</title>
<link>https://fijisun.com.fj/2024/04/19/perenara-out-to-set-new-record/</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2024 02:14:01 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[“My recovery and progression has been great and I’m fit to play this week.”]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[Halfback TJ Perenara is out to set a new Super Rugby try scoring record in Suva tonight. Perenara tops the Super Rugby’s all-time try scoring list with 62 and wants his first try on Fiji soil to be a memorable one.
The 32-year-old said he is on a mission to do just that.
Perenara told SUNsports yesterday that he missed the experience of playing in Fiji last year after he got injured.
The Hurricanes veteran with 155 Super Rugby games under his belt knows the importance of beating the Drua on their home turf.
He said his recovery went well ever since his surgery and this motivated him to return to playing competitive rugby.
“My recovery and progression has been great and I’m fit to play this week.”
Perenara believes there is still room for improvement and growth for the current Hurricanes squad.
He said they would play open rugby if there is an opportunity to do so.
“We will try to take the space if it is given to us to run in those gaps.”
Perenara said they want to avenge last year’s loss to the Drua. The match kicks-off at 7.05pm.
 
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<title>Byrne Sets Target</title>
<link>https://fijisun.com.fj/2024/04/19/byrne-sets-target/</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2024 23:51:03 +0000</pubDate>
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<category><![CDATA[Europe]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[FIJI Water Flying Fijians head coach]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Mick Byrne]]></category>
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<description><![CDATA[Byrne spoke highly about the Flying Fijians ability to secure competitive Tier One fixtures against the All Blacks, Ireland, France and Wales, this year. ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[Newly appointed Fiji Water Flying Fijians head coach, Mick Byrne has set the benchmark for the national rugby team to be consistent in making the top 10 rankings.
The Flying Fijians dropped to 11th spot in the latest World Rugby rankings after Italy’s historical Six Nations wins against Scotland and Wales.
Byrne spoke highly about the Flying Fijians ability to secure competitive Tier One fixtures against the All Blacks, Ireland, France and Wales, this year.
“There is great opportunity for us when we play the tier one nations, especially those teams in the top half of the rankings,” he said in Suva yesterday.
Byrne expressed his appreciation to the Fiji Rugby Union interim Trustees for organising matches against Tier One countries.
“We need to play and win against these Tier One nations consistently if we are to climb the rankings,” he said.
 
With the Pacific Nations Cup a focus for Byrne, they want to reach the final and retain the title to build the perfect platform for a ranking boost.
The 66-year-old said they want to get the best results from their end of year Europe tour where they play against Northern Hemisphere giants of Wales, France and Ireland.
He emphasised the need to maintain or grow a strong team culture, which was achieved during last year’s Rugby World Cup.
Byrne said maintaining the status quo meant improving from the good Rugby World Cup performance and reaching the next level of the sport.
“This status quo will enable us to get matches against the top five in the world to improve our game and standard.”
 
Negotiations start 
Meanwhile, Byrne said with the All Blacks clash on July 20 in San Diego, USA, negotiations with overseas-based players were underway.
When approached on whether the coaching panel would escalate negotiations for the availability of overseas players for the All Blacks game, Byrne said, “I’m pretty sure there won’t be a lot of negotiations needed.
“We have spoken and it’s just a matter of working together when these players get available to us.”
Byrne confirmed that he met with Flying Fijians captain, Waisea Nayacalevu to discuss the way forward for the team.
 
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<title>Ramasibana to debut for Maroons</title>
<link>https://fijisun.com.fj/2024/04/19/ramasibana-to-debut-for-maroons/</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2024 23:34:43 +0000</pubDate>
<category><![CDATA[Skipper Cup 2024]]></category>
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<description><![CDATA[“Ramasibana will play for the first time this Saturday and hope it will boost our side. He is a cover for the Drua and he needs some game time. ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[Former Fiji Under-20 and Perpignan lock Taniela Ramasibana will make his debut for Lautoka when they take on Tailevu in tomorrow’s Skipper Cup clash in Nausori.
This was confirmed yesterday by Lautoka head coach Peniona Ranitu as the Maroons eye a spot in the top eight of the Skipper Cup competition.
They will be hosted at Ratu Cakobau Park, which will be an advantage for the green and yellow side, says Ranitu.
The Maroons will miss the services of Fijian Drua’s Sikeli Rabitu, who has been playing for the Maroons in the last few rounds.
The 19-year-old starts tonight as the Drua’s No.10 against the Hurricanes in their Super Rugby clash.
 
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However, Ranitu said they’re banking on other players to take them forward.
“Tailevu is on a high right now after they beat Nadi last week. We need some points to stay at the top eight.
“It is an away game so it’s going to be tough; Tailevu will have the advantage of the home crowd,” Ranitu added.
“Ramasibana will play for the first time this Saturday and hope it will boost our side. He is a cover for the Drua and he needs some game time.
 
“Even though we will miss Rabitu, we have other players that will step-up and we wish him well for the match against the Hurricanes.”
Ranitu indicated they would work on a few things that they lacked in their 17-11 loss to Yasawa, last Saturday.
He added that his side did not execute their game plan well and he hopes that it would change tomorrow.
The 23-year-old Ramasibana has played eight matches for Perpignan in the French Top 14 competition.
 
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<title>Tamanikaiyaroi learns from the best</title>
<link>https://fijisun.com.fj/2024/04/19/tamanikaiyaroi-learns-from-the-best/</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2024 23:31:49 +0000</pubDate>
<category><![CDATA[Skipper Cup 2024]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[SPORTS]]></category>
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<description><![CDATA[“This year is my first time playing for the Skipper Cup and I have learnt a lot,” the tight-head prop said. ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[Balancing studies and rugby has been tough for Year 13 student of Batinikama College, Sailosi Tamanikaiyaro.
However, the Vurevure, Taveuni, native has been able to juggle both and is loving his experience with the Macuata Under-20 side.
He shares maternal links to Namoli Village, Labasa, Macuata, where he was born and bred.
The 18-year-old was not interested in playing at first before he was motivated by his cousins.
He did not regret taking up the challenge to play rugby while continuing his final year at high school.
 
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He is one of the nine high school students who are part of the 30-member squad.
“This year is my first time playing for the Skipper Cup and I have learnt a lot,” the tight-head prop said.
“My cousins motivated me to play because of my built and size; they encouraged me to try for a prop.
“I have learnt a lot for my position especially knowing that my job is crucial during scrums.
 
“Attending a school that does not take part much in rugby, I know that being in the Under-20 side will open opportunities for young players like me.
“I trust in the Lord and His plans in whatever he Has for me regarding my rugby career, however I will have to finish my studies first.”
Tamanikaiyaroi hopes to pursue a career in teaching after the completion of his Year 13 studies.
The Macuata U20 takes on Yasawa tomorrow at Churchill Park in Lautoka.
 
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<title>Super Rugby Reps to Boost Nadroga</title>
<link>https://fijisun.com.fj/2024/04/19/super-rugby-reps-to-boost-nadroga/</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2024 23:12:44 +0000</pubDate>
<category><![CDATA[Skipper Cup 2024]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[SPORTS]]></category>
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<description><![CDATA[“There is no change in our preparation. We’re prepared for any team. Last week against Suva is now gone and this week our focus is Nadi.” ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[Swire Shipping Fijian Drua speedsters will play for Nadroga in this afternoon’s Skipper Cup clash against hosts Nadi at Prince Charles Park.
The Stallions have named Taniela Rakuro at wing while Waqa Nalaga starts at centre.
Also, in the Nadroga bench is former Melbourne Rebels winger Ilikena Vudogo with two Super Rugby matches under his belt.
Speaking to SUNsports yesterday Nadroga Rugby Union president Jiuta Waqavonovono said they are ready for Nadi.
“There is no change in our preparation. We’re prepared for any team. Last week against Suva is now gone and this week our focus is Nadi.”
Waqanvonovono said they have improved on what went wrong against Suva and would come out stronger against Nadi.
“We respect Nadi and we’re playing on their home ground, but we will prove ourselves to them this Friday,” he added.
The Under-20 match kicks-off at 1pm followed by the seniors at 3pm.
 
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LINE-UPS
NADI (SENIORS) – 1. Anare Caginavanua, 2. Baravi Talebula, 3. Josua Kotobalavu, 4. Jaoji Koroimataitini, 5. Aporosa Saukuru, 6. Jolame Luvevou (captain), 7. Veniona Vuki, 8. Jiuta Takubu, 9. Anasa Raqili, 10. Serupepeli Vularika, 11. Mosese Naura, 12. Tuidraki Samusamuvodre, 13. Joseva Namisi, 14. Jiutasa Nave, 15. Mesake Varo.
Reserves: 16. Maikeli Sivo, 17. Tomasi Nawaqa, 18. Marika Toga, 19, Napolioni Dawai, 20. Meli Rokoua, 21. Navitalai Tuilawa, 22. Motuisela Tawake, 23. Orisi Erenavula.
NADROGA (SENIORS)- 1. Sanaila Nahuto, 2. Josh Kina, 3. Kilioni Tabakau, 4. Aporosa Matakasa, 5. Joveci Naika, 6. Sakenasa Senivono, 7. Simeli Natuvi (captain), 8. Seva Valasiri, 9. Kaliova Veto, 10. Joeli Baleilevuka, 11. Anare Tuitai, 12. Josese Kurokavu, 13. Waqa Nalaga, 14. Taniela Rakuro, 15. Jack Volavola.
Reserves: 16. Nedly Grant, 17. Onisa Seru, 18. Atama Waqa, 19. Vinaya Kunaloju, 20. Isikeli Mawalu, 21. Jovilisi Taraka, 22. Ilikena Vudogo, Sikeli Basiyalo.
NADI (U20)- 1. Marika Soqeta, 2. Alivereti Nagiri, 3. Immanueli Penijueli, 4. Timoci Gadai, 5. Kalioni Ratunabuabua, 6. Timoci Radomodua, 7. Pauliasi Ravodio, 8. Asivorosi Raiyawa, 9. Epeli Seru, 10. Waisale Rokomatu, 11. Apenisa Racika, 12. Samuela Navale (captain), 13. Joseph Radrodro, 14. Joseva Rakai, 15. Avorosa Vuki.
Reserves: 16. Sivaniolo Naqiri, 17. Vakatawa Jitoko, 18. Sikeli Tasere, 19. Sikeli T, 20. Jone Bola, 21. Mosese Taliga, 22. Mikaele Vadei, 23. Mikaele Drotini.
NADROGA (U20)- 1. Antonio Eravatu, 2. Jemesa Tulele, 3. Taniela Qera, 4. Loqorio Naisowalu, 4. Tevita Soroutu, 6. Jonacani Delasau, 7. Isimeli Glenville, 8. Joeli Ratusala, 9. Sikeli Kama, 10. Kini Vuira, 11. Mesake Nalase, 12. Kelevi Balia, 13. Semesa Volavola (captain), 14. Eroni Tuisese, 15. Emitai Waqainaceva.
Reserves: 16. Naikahau Matalau, 17. Wame Rokotubuna, 18. Manoa Turaga, 19. Epeli Rabalotu, 20. Kini Salabogi, 21. Samuela Ledua, 22. Jone Sinaikaba, 23. Inoke Vocevoce.
 
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<title>Bottom 4 battle for survival</title>
<link>https://fijisun.com.fj/2024/04/19/bottom-4-battle-for-survival/</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2024 22:55:14 +0000</pubDate>
<category><![CDATA[SPORTS]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Akapusi Roqica]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Fijian Drua]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Skipper Cup]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Tailevu]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Vodafone Vanua Championship.]]></category>
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<description><![CDATA[Namosi head coach Maxwell Hughes said he is confident of a win over Ba. ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[The battle to stay in next season’s Skipper Cup starts tomorrow.
At Churchill Park, Lautoka, sees Macuata takes on hosts Yasawa while at Thomson Park, Navua, is the clash between hosts Namosi and Ba.
The four teams are in danger of playing in the promotion relegation.
Namosi needs to beat Ba to register their first win in the competition after narrow losses to Suva and Naitasiri.
In an earlier interview Namosi captain, Akapusi Roqica, said they have been on a development phase after losing key players like Vinaya Habosi, Kalaveti Ravouvou, Peni Matawalu, Alivereti Veitokani and Johnny Dyer to the Fijian Drua or to overseas clubs.
 
Namosi head coach Maxwell Hughes said he is confident of a win over Ba.
“Majority of our players in our team are playing in the Skipper Cup for the first time,” Hughes said.
“I am confident that these players will do their job on the field on Saturday.”
Macuata Rugby Union president Saimoni Cabelawa has reiterated the importance of them avoiding being demoted to the Vodafone Vanua Championship.
He said the team knows the importance of the last two remaining games against Yasawa and Tailevu.
 
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“We want to improve our position on the points standing and remain in the Skipper Cup next year,” he said.
After Yasawa’s upset 17-11 win last Saturday, coach, Taione Ratu said they have turned their focus on Macuata.
Yasawa have found their mojo and are now gunning their second win.
Ba coach Vilimoni Delasau said they are more focused on team-work.
 
Lines-up
Ba (Seniors): 1. Viliame Richard, 2. Peniasi Sokia, 3. Joeli Ranitu, 4. Saimone Tagitagivalu (captain), 5. Peni Dekedeke, 6. Taniela Kunavue, 7. Ponipate Bainivalu, 8. Simione Gusuivalu, 9. Tevita Malimali, 10. Maleli Tuvusa, 11. Bill Scott, 12. Epineri Goneva, 13. Peni Waqamaira, 14. Jone Natanu, 15. Isimeli Tikomaimereke.
Reserves: 16. Aminisitai Sowani, 17. Waisea Navakabau, 18. Ponipate Katololo, 19. Joseva Sasoni, 20. Gabby Naliva, 21. Samisoni Sadole, 22. Tomasi Osborne, 23. Manasa Dauvakatini.
Ba (U20): 1. Semi Rokoua, 2. Sikeli Cawe, 3. Mosese Tomailagi, 4. Aminio Seruinoka, 5. Josh Laveti, 6. Sakiusa Takirua, 7. Samuel Kalioni, 8. Marika Latianara, 9. Asivorosi Raileqe, 10. Tesoni Daku, 11. Gervases Rauga, 12.Joeli Rokowaqa, 13. Jolame Melrose,14. Viliame Gaunavinaka, 15. Josateki Baca.
Reserves: 16. Ilisoni Koro, 17. Simione Raisokula, 18. Sikeli Suliasi, 19. Silovate Tuivuya, 20. Josefa Lalilevu, 21. Ilaisa Cakacakavinaka, 23. Misimua Bari, 23. Jioji Temesia.
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2024 22:47:07 +0000</pubDate>
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<category><![CDATA[Garvey Park]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[John Kamoe]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Nanukuloa]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Ra]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Royal Tea Ranadi Cup]]></category>
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<description><![CDATA[“We have been undefeated but we will not underestimate Northland, it’s the quarterfinals and all teams prepare accordingly.”]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[It will be a do-or-die for the Vatukoula women’s rugby team when they host Northland tomorrow in their Royal Tea Ranadi Cup quarterfinal at Garvey Park in Tavua.
Speaking to SUNsports yesterday Vatukoula women’s head coach John Kamoe said they want to continue with their dominant performance after they topped the points table
“However, we understand that Northland will not be easy to beat as all teams have been preparing well for the quarterfinals,” he said.
Vatukoula was in the same pool with Tavua, Ra and Nanukuloa.
“We’re glad to make it to the top eight this year because we did not reach the quarterfinals last year,” Kamoe said.
“It’s all about learning the basics right with this team; our preparations have been on track.
 
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“We have been undefeated but we will not underestimate Northland, it’s the quarterfinals and all teams prepare accordingly.”
Kamoe added that his players are selected based on their performance during training.
He is adamant that some of his players would be selected for the women’s high performance unit programme and hopefully for the Fiji Drua women’s side given their performance this season.
These players include captain, Vulori Veibau, Mereilisoni Nasau and Akeneta Nabalarua.
“Fijian Drua’a Ilisapeci Delaiwau started her rugby career in Vatukoula before she joined Nadi. She used to play netball before she was introduced to rugby. I’m certain there are other players here that will follow suit.”
Other Ranadi Cup quarterfinal matches will see Kadavu take on Tavua at Lawaqa Park, Sigatoka, Macuata will host Rewa at Subrail Park followed by Cakaudrove taking on Ba.
 
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<title>Tawake Excited to be in Drua Colours</title>
<link>https://fijisun.com.fj/2024/04/19/tawake-excited-to-be-in-drua-colours/</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2024 22:04:34 +0000</pubDate>
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<category><![CDATA[Super Rugby]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Bitila Tawake]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Chiefs Manawa]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Drua]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Fiji]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Mosese Rauluni]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Rooster Chicken prop]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Super Rugby Aupuki]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Super W]]></category>
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<description><![CDATA[“This is their time. I’m excited and keen to be back to play freestyle rugby rather than structured rugby.” ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[Rooster Chicken prop Bitila Tawake is excited to start from the bench as they face the Western Force in today’s Super W semifinal at the HFC Bank Stadium in Suva.
The former Drua captain returned after being part of the Chiefs Manawa side in the Super Rugby Aupuki competition in New Zealand.
“It is special to be part of those girls that started the (Drua) team,” she said.
“We need to celebrate this as well as we are playing alongside the men’s, not only women’s rugby but women in general.
Tawake led the side to hoist the Super W title in 2022 and 2023.
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She has been watching the team especially the new players and firmly believes that it is an exciting time for women’s rugby.
“This is their time. I’m excited and keen to be back to play freestyle rugby rather than structured rugby.”
Buna wants more tries
Drua top try scorer Atelaite Buna said she is ready to explode from her position at fullback.
“We are ready despite the short period. We have learned a lot from last week’s match. I have to work on my defence and attack as well.
“I hope to get more opportunity on the field, they give me the ball and I will try to turn it into a try,” she said.
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All ready to go 
Drua head coach Mosese Rauluni said the girls are excited and trained well during the captain’s run.
“Training had been hard and we’ll take this to face the Western Force.
“Nine (halfback) and ten (first-five eighth) have been playing well against Force and Brumbies and we’ll keep that intact.”
The side will miss out on the services of strong running second-five eighth Merewai Cumu who had a concussion against the Rebels last weekend.
The Fijian Drua is calling on fans to come and cheer them in their first Super W home semi-final.
The Drua is hoping to retain the Super W title for the second year in-a-row.
The match kicks-off at 4,30pm.
 
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