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Post-graduate Student in Sports Management, living and working in East Arnhem Land, NT. Co-administrator of Fiji rugby and rugby league forums. Interested in talking sports business, fandom, governance and mainly what happens behind the scenes. Also, story-telling the journey of Pasifika players. Sports segment contributor: Pacific Beat- ABC Radio Australia
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With the 2023 Rugby World Cup just around the corner, Fiji Rugby is buzzing with activity. Simon Raiwalui was recently announced as the Flying…
Between six and seven o’clock in the evening, the bell tolls signalling the hour of solemn prayer. A time for aiga (family) to come together.
Growing up in Fiji in the late 1970s, I recall that when someone crossed your front yard – we didn’t have fences back then…
On any given day, kids living in the Central Coast of NSW, ride their bikes to school, play together at ovals and skateparks, in…
Earlier this month on International Women’s Day, World Rugby announced 12 women of influence and inspiration who have been awarded executive leadership scholarships for…
There is one good thing that has eventuated from this maiden voyage experience for Fijian Drua and Fijiana Drua: that is the legitimate, authentic…
This week the Fijiana Drua face off against the Melbourne Rebels in a game worthy of kicking back and eating popcorn. Yes, it will…
In 2020, the Fijiana sevens women axed their way through the Tokyo Olympics competition, winning bronze. Internationally this move was a quiet statement with…
With the announcement of the 47-member extended squad last week, the Fiji National Rugby League (FNRL) CEO Don Natabe is now pushing forward with…
To say that the Fiji Rugby Union (FRU) has not had a good week would be an understatement. First, there was the timely release…
There is a growing concern at the Autumn Nations Cup about Fiji’s national 15s team, and it's gaining momentum as each day passes. Last…
Marika is a success story of listening, hard work and respect. These are the core values embedded in him from a very young age…
With a good start to the Wallabies comeback under coach Dave Rennie, residents of the Rugby Australia corridors have a lot of work to…
When Filipo Daugunu first kicked a soccer ball in the middle of Vanua Levu, Fiji, you can bet he would not have thought in…
It was surreal, almost a week ago, the Wallabies social media Facebook page published a post with the Wallabies singing, ‘We Shall Overcome’, an…
Fearless Sera. Truly a beautiful soul inside and out. Focused and heart set on achieving her goals as an athlete and as a credible voice in Rugby. Excellent example of possibilities when you work hard. Vinaka Sera.
'Fire in the belly': The brutal routine Wallaroos have faced in late dash to be ready for Rugby World Cup
Hey Tim hope you’re well, and what about the Kiwis at the Langford 7s. Great to have them back on the circuit! Loved watching the finals with the Aussies:)
The Wrap: Super Rugby once again finds joy and inspiration in Suva
Great article. Was such a proud moment to see our people support in numbers and yes rugby was the winner at the end of the day. I just wished Stan cameras lingered abit more after the game as I was searching to find more familiar faces in the crowd:) Vinaka Geoff
The Wrap: Super Rugby once again finds joy and inspiration in Suva
Absolutely disrespectful. A cringeworthy moment! When are we ever going to learn to show respect towards the culture, song and dance of the traditional owners of this land. We show respect towards the haka, the singing of hymns and prayers, why can’t we extend the same level of respect here?
Did Channel 9 make a blue with their coverage of Adelaide Oval Welcome to Country?
Wow thanks Sheek for adding value to the discussion and the insight: )
Filipo Daugunu: A journey to greatness
That is correct. Thanks Don for adding value to the discussion:)
Rapid analysis: The Wallabies brand
Yes it was abit of a stretch I agree. Thanks for the feedback!
Rapid analysis: The Wallabies brand
Agree! A story needs to be told and weaved to connect their audience to the brand. Great article!
TV commentary is a big part of rugby's revival
Wow what a great article. All or nothing is a great doco too that provides great insight. Hope to write like this one day!
Bledisloe 2: Ian Foster's bias and Dave Rennie's test
Australians and your random acts of kindness, am sure they would have appreciated it greatly. Thank you for sharing. Vinaka vakalevu.
Filipo Daugunu: A journey to greatness
His speech is on the Wallabies Facebook page, its quite moving:)
Filipo Daugunu: A journey to greatness
Thanks Marie. Have a lovely evening!
How this year's Bledisloe resurrected our faith in rugby
Thank you Jeznez. Thanks for taking the time to read:)
How this year's Bledisloe resurrected our faith in rugby
Thank you Monorchid for your feedback, even more so for acknowledging my passion, as this is where my passion lays. Speaking on the experiences not the technicality of the game as I am certainly not the expert thereof. Much appreciated.
How this year's Bledisloe resurrected our faith in rugby
Purdo thank you so much for your feedback. I like what someone said one day about Pasifika community- you are not migrants you are all cousins to the Australian family. Sports diplomacy in the Pacific region is evidence of this relationship with Australia that goes deeper.
How this year's Bledisloe resurrected our faith in rugby
You can’t imagine the excitement:) Thank you so much for taking the time to read:)
How this year's Bledisloe resurrected our faith in rugby
Yes that’s right Ken. Thanks for taking the time to read.
How this year's Bledisloe resurrected our faith in rugby
Thank you JD, well said. A Cherokee Chief once said, you row in your boat and I in mine, together we row in this great river of life. Finding the connection in collective understanding is the key. Vinaka
How this year's Bledisloe resurrected our faith in rugby
I so enjoyed reading this Paul!
Wallabies should take their pick of the Bulldogs litter if Gus will tell rugby code-hoppers to ‘go now’