AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFiji Tourism: Fiji has introduced a new 5% Tourism Services Tax, with rules that depend on what you buy and who sells it, and a key exemption for bookings made before Sept 1. Surfing Spotlight: Canada’s Erin Brooks won the Fiji Pro for a second straight World Surf League Championship Tour title after Isabella Nichols withdrew with an ankle injury, keeping Fiji’s surf stage firmly in the global spotlight. Hibiscus Festival Fashion: Miss Fiji Rugby Union Suliana Latianara took Best Traditional-Inspired Attire on iTaukei Night, with her masi-and-natural-material look built over three days by a team of about 10. Film & Culture: Pasifika TV’s Nicole Rex Taofinu’u is in Fiji for POP48, urging local filmmakers to “tell their own stories” as teams race to produce short films in 48 hours. Sport Development: Badminton Fiji is pushing badminton into primary schools via a new national primary tournament, aiming to build stronger fundamentals for future players. Community Safety: Fiji Police will ramp up presence across towns and cities for the busy weekend, including roadblocks and snap checks around Hibiscus Festival and major sporting events.
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