AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFiji Arts & Culture: The 2026 Fiji Performing Rights Association (FIPRA) Music Awards have been pushed back to Saturday, 5 September 2026, with the board citing the current economic climate and promising ticket and finalist details later. Child Protection Policy: A Parliamentary Standing Committee says there’s no place for corporal punishment in the Education Bill because Fiji’s Constitution already bans violence against children, and it recommends widening the Education Advisory Council and curriculum bodies with arts and sports representation. Sport—Swimming: Team Fiji is leading the men’s medal tally at the Oceania Swimming Championships with 4 gold and 1 bronze, while Samuel Yalimaiwai targets an even faster final after breaking the 50m breaststroke record in heats. Sport—Rugby & Beyond: Reports say Blues playmaker Stephen Perofeta is set to sign with Japan; meanwhile, Fiji’s military commander admits the institution was “at fault” in the custody death of Jone Vakarisi, as a murder investigation continues. Human Stories: Ex-Bati and NRL prop Kane Evans marks 100 days sober after a period of addiction and homelessness.
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