Pacific Rugby Cup : Tonga A vs Samoa A

Tonga A will play Samoa A in a Pacific Rugby Cup match on Saturday, 26 March 2011, starting 3.30pm at Lawaqa Park, Sigatoka. Tickets are F$2.00 per adult and F$1.00 per child under 12 years of age and can be bought at the gates.

Round 5 2011 Vodafone Fiji Secondary School (Rugby League) Cup

Round 5 of the 2011 Vodafone Fiji Secondary School (Rugby League) Cup will be held on Saturday, 26 March 2011, from 9am to 3pm, at Buckhurst and Bidesi Parks, Laucala Bay, Suva. Schools playing include Lelean Memorial School, Ratu Kadavulevu School, Queen Victoria School, Suva Grammar School, John Wesley, Sila Central, Nasinu Secondary School, Waidina Secondary School and Nabua Secondary School.

Investment Seminar

A seminar covering Savings and Investment above Consumption and Security of Investors' Financial Future, will be held on Tuesday, 29 March 2011, from 1pm to 2pm at JJ's on the Park, Suva. Topics covered include :

• How to buy or sell shares;
• Fundamentals of share market investing;
• Returns from share investments;
• Risks of investing in shares; and
• How to choose the right shares for investment.

No fee will be charged for attendance.

For more information or to register, pls call the South Pacific Stock Exchange on telephone (679) 3304130 or email info@spse.com.fj.

Candlelight Interfaith Memorial Service

A Candlelight Interfaith Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, 26 March 2011, from 7pm to 8pm at the AusAid Lecture Theatre, University of the South Pacific, Laucala Bay, Suva, for those that lost their lives in the recent disasters at Japan, Christchurch and Queensland. The service will be led by Father John Bonato, USPSA and students and also mark Earth Hour 2011. All are invited.

Suva Activities, Events and Accommodation (Updated 25.3.11)

The following events are scheduled for Suva:

One-off Events:

• Rent a home for short stays and use it as your base to explore the rest of Fiji. The home is a split level 3 bedroom residence with fencing and gate. It is newly renovated and tastefully furnished. Check out the photos of the home by searching for "Photos of Suva Short Stay Accommodation" on this blog. Discounts can be given for stays over 2 weeks. To enquire further, pls email info@gilbert.com.fj or call telephones (679) 3342719 or (679)9921427;
• 2011 FASANOC Lottery now on. This is part of Team Fiji’s fundraising efforts towards participation at the Pacific Games to be held in Noumea, New Caledonia, in August 2011. For tickets, pls call Team Fiji on telephone (679) 3303525 or email teamfiji@fasanoc.org.fj;
• 2011 Datec Golf Summer Cup, from Saturday, 5 February, to Saturday, 26 March 2011, Fiji Golf Club, Vatuwaqa, Suva;
• 2011 Suva Darts Association's League Competition, starts Monday, 14 March 2011 and to continue every Monday for 22 weeks, Defence Club, Suva;
• 18th Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Summit, from Wednesday, 23 March, to Thursday, 31 March 2011, Boselevu Vakaturaga Complex, Nasese, Suva;
• Fiji Trade Expo, from Monday, 28 March, to Thursday, 31 March 2011, Boselevu Vakaturaga Complex, Nasese, Suva;
• 2011 IRB Hong Kong Sevens Tournament, from Friday, 25 March, to Sunday, 27 March 2011;
• Super 15 Rugby - Crusaders vs Sharks, Friday, 25 March 2011, 7.35pm, Christchurch, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Rebels vs Hurricanes, Friday, 25 March 2011, 9.40pm, Melbourne, Australia;
• Round 5 - 2011 Vodafone Fiji Secondary School (Rugby League) Cup, Saturday, 26 March 2011, from 9am to 3pm, Buckhurst and Bidesi Parks, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• Holi Festival Celebration, Saturday, 26 March 2011, from 1pm to 6pm, UN Park, Suva;
• Pacific Rugby Cup match - Tonga A vs Samoa A, Saturday, 26 March 2011, starting 3.30pm, Lawaqa Park, Sigatoka;
• Super 15 Rugby - Reds vs Cheetahs, Saturday, 26 March 2011, 5.40pm, Brisbane, Australia;
• Save The Children Fiji Masquerade Ball, Saturday, 26 March 2011, from 6pm to 12 midnight, Novotel Suva, Lami;
• Candlelight Interfaith Memorial Service (for those that lost their lives in the recent disasters at Japan, Christchurch and Queensland), Saturday, 26 March 2011, from 7pm to 8pm, AusAid Lecture Theatre, University of the South Pacific, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• Super 15 Rugby - Chiefs vs Blues, Saturday, 26 March 2011, 7.35pm, Hamilton, New Zealand;
• 2011 Earth Hour, Saturday, 26 March 2011, 8.30pm to 9.30pm - switch off your lights for one hour and share the positive act;
• Super 15 Rugby - Brumbies vs Waratahs, Saturday, 26 March 2011, 9.40pm, Canberra, Australia;
• Super 15 Rugby - Stormers vs Western Force, Sunday, 27 March 2011, 2.00am, Cape Town, South Africa;
• Super 15 Rugby - Bulls vs Lions, Sunday, 27 March 2011, 4.05am, Pretoria, South Africa;
• Seminar covering Savings and Investment above Consumption and Security of Investors' Financial Future, Tuesday, 29 March 2011, from 1pm to 2pm, JJ's on the Park, Suva;
• Super 15 Rugby - Highlanders vs Brumbies, Friday, 1 April 2011, 7.35pm, Invercargill, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Waratahs vs Chiefs, Friday, 1 April 2011, 9.40pm, Sydney, Australia;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - 4th sprint regatta, Saturday, 2 April 2011, Nadi;
• Concert of Hope - providing a full day of good live music, dance performances, etc, to aid Save The Children Fiji and victims of the Christchurch earthquake, Saturday, 2 April 2011, from 2pm to 8pm, Albert Park, Suva;
• 2011 IRB Adelaide Sevens Tournament, Saturday, 2April, and Sunday, 3 April 2011;
• Super 15 Rugby - Blues vs Cheetahs, Saturday, 2 April 2011, 5.30pm, Auckland (NEC), New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Hurricanes vs Bulls, Saturday, 2 April 2011, 7.35pm, Napier, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Western Force vs Rebels, Sunday, 3 April 2011, 12.05am, Perth, Australia;
• Super 15 Rugby - Lions vs Reds, Sunday, 3 April 2011, 2.00am, Johannesburg, South Africa;
• Super 15 Rugby - Sharks vs Stormers, Sunday, 3 April 2011, 3.05am, Durban, South Africa;
• University of the South Pacific Students Association - Cultural Night (to raise funds for victims of the natural disasters in Christchurch, Japan and Queensland), Friday, 8 April 2011, from 7pm to 10.30pm, Vodafone Arena, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• Super 15 Rugby - Highlanders vs Cheetahs, Friday, 8 April 2011, 7.35pm, Dunedin, New Zealand;
• 2011 Fiji Ocean Swim Series - 1km/2.5km/5km, Saturday, 9 April 2011, Pacific Harbour, Deuba;
• 2011 Pacific Islands Fashion Week - Model Casting Call, Saturday, 9 April 2011, starting 9.30am, 72 McGregor Road, Suva;
• Super 15 Rugby - Crusader vs Bulls, Saturday, 9 April 2011, 7.35pm, Christchurch, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Brumbies vs Hurricanes, Saturday, 9 April 2011, 9.40pm, Canberra, Australia;
• Super 15 Rugby - Western Force vs Waratahs, Sunday, 10 April 2011, 12.05am, Perth, Australia;
• Super 15 Rugby - Stormers vs Reds, Cape Town, Sunday, 10 April 2011, 3.05am, South Africa;
• Super 15 Rugby - Sharks vs Lions, Sunday, 10 April 2011, 5.10am, Durban, South Africa;
• South Pacific Assemblies of God Youth Conference, from Monday, 2 May, to Thursday, 5 May 2011, Vodafone Arena, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - Fiji International, Friday, 22 April and Saturday, 23 April 2011, Nadi;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V1 Marathon #1, Saturday, 7 May 2011, Pacific Harbour;
• Fiji International Jazz & Blues Festival, from Thursday, 12 May, to Sunday, 15 May 2011, Port Denarau, Denarau, Nadi;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V1 Marathon #2, Saturday, 21 May 2011, Suva;
• Fiji Ocean Swim Series - 1km/2.5km/5km, Saturday, 21 May 2011, Natadola, Sigatoka;
• Fiji Open Tennis Tournament, from Thursday, 2 June, to Monday, 6 June 2011, Denarau Golf and Racquet Club, Denarau, Nadi;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V1 Marathon #3, Saturday, 4 June 2011, Nadi;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - Suva BHR, Saturday, 11 June 2011, Suva;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V6 Marathon #1, Saturday, 18 June 2011, Suva;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - Nadi BHR, Saturday, 25 June 2011, Nadi;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - Suva BHR, Saturday, 2 July 2011, Suva;
• 2011 Fiji Ocean Swim Series - 1km/2.5km/5km, Saturday, 2 July 2011, Natadola, Sigatoka;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V6 Marathon #2, Saturday, 9 July 2011, Pacific Harbour;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - Nadi BHR, Saturday, 16 July 2011, Nadi;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V6 Marathon #3, Saturday, 23 July 2011, Suva;
• 2011 Fiji Ocean Swim Series - 1km/2.5km/5km, Saturday, 6 August 2011, Yasawa;
• Nomura Cup 2011 organised by the Asia Pacific Golf Federation Team Championship (APGC), from 16 to 19 August 2011, Denarau and Natadola Golf Courses;
• 2011 Rugby World Cup - Fiji vs Namibia, Saturday, 10 September 2011, Rotorua International Stadium, Rotorua, New Zealand;
• 2011 Rugby World Cup - Fiji vs South Africa, Saturday, 17 September 2011, Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand;
• 2011 Rugby World Cup - Fiji vs Samoa, Sunday, 25 September 2011, Eden Park, Auckland, New Zealand;
• 2011 Rugby World Cup - Fiji vs Wales, Sunday, 2 October 2011, Waikato Stadium, Hamilton, New Zealand;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V6 Marathon #4, Saturday, 8 October 2011, Savusavu;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V6 Marathon #5, Saturday, 22 October 2011, Vuda;
• 2011 Fiji Ocean Swim Series - 1km/2.5km/10km, Saturday, 29 October, and Sunday, 30 October, Plantation Island;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V1 Uprising Challenge, Saturday, 12 November 2011;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - Fiji Outrigger Awards Night, Saturday, 19 November 2011;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V6 Uprising Challenge, Saturday, 3 December 2011;

Recurring Events:

• Small boat cruises, daily, Nabukalou Creek, Suva;
• Harbour Cruises around Suva Harbour and to Nukulau Island;
• Fiji Arts Council Art Gallery opens daily, including Saturdays, Procera House, opposite RB Patel, Waimanu Road, Suva;
• Fiji Museum displays, daily at The Fiji Museum, Suva;
• Oceania Centre Gallery, opens daily, at the Oceania Centre for Arts & Culture, University of the South Pacific, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• Bridge night, every Monday nights, from 6.30 to 9.30pm, The Fiji Club, 1 Selbourne Street, Suva;
• The ROC Market, every third Sunday of the month, outside Dolphins Foodcourt, FNPF Plaza, Victoria Parade, Suva;
• Sunday Church Services, 8am or 10.45am, Wesley Church, Butt Street, Suva;
• Sunday English Church Services, 9am, Calvary Temple, Samabula, Suva.

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IRB Hong Kong Sevens Weekend

The 2011 IRB Hong Kong Sevens Tournament is on this weekend with matches starting today, Friday, 25 March, from 8.30pm Fiji Time. Fiji's matches will be on as follows :

• Friday, 25 March, 9.14pm, Fiji vs Malaysia;
• Saturday, 26 March, 5.26pm, Fiji vs Russia; and
• Saturday, 26 March, 9.50pm, Fiji vs Kenya.

All finals (from the quarters onwards), will be played on Sunday, 27 March 2011, starting at 1pm. The whole tournament will be aired live on Fiji One Television.

Holi Festival

The Holi Festival will be celebrated on Saturday, 26 March 2011, from 1pm to 6pm, at the UN Park. The festival is a fun-filled and popular occasion in the northern part of India but also celebrated by Hindus around the world. It is an occasion where people smear each other with bright coloured powders, which is known as Gulal, and coloured water. It is believed that the bright colours represent energy, life, and joy.

Tsunamis and Nuclear Radiation : Causes & Efffects - Information Session

An Information Session for the general public on "Tsunamis and Nuclear Radiation : Causes and Effects" will be held on Monday, 21 March 2011, from 6pm to 7.30pm, at the AusAid Lecture Theatre 092-001, University of the South Pacific, Laucala Bay, Suva. The session organised by the School of Engineering & Physics will include short presentations and demonstration of some equipment used in monitoring radiation. For more information, pls call Martha Volau on telephone (679) 3232223 or email volau_m@usp.ac.fj.

Concert of Hope

A Concert of Hope providing a full day of good live music, dance performances, etc, will be held on Saturday, 2 April 2011, from 2pm to 8pm at Albert Park, Suva. Funds raised from the concert will be provided to the Save The Children Fund Fiji and to victims affected in the Christchurch earthquake. Donations can be donated at your nearest Westpac Bank, Account No 9800026128.

Fiji Trade Expo and 18th MSG Summit

Fiji will host the 18th Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Summit from Wednesday, 23 March, to Thursday, 31 March 2011, at the Boselevu Vakaturaga Complex, at Nasese, Suva. At the same time, a Fiji Trade Expo will be held from Monday, 28 March, to Thursday, 31 March at the same venue. For more information, pls call Ms Frances Tavaiqia on telephone (679) 3315988 or email frances@ftib.org.fj.

Suva Activities, Events and Accommodation (Updated 18.3.11)

The following events are scheduled for Suva: One-off Events:

• Rent a home for short stays and use it as your base to explore the rest of Fiji. The home is a split level 3 bedroom residence with fencing and gate. It is newly renovated and tastefully furnished. Check out the photos of the home by searching for "Photos of Suva Short Stay Accommodation" on this blog. Discounts can be given for stays over 2 weeks. To enquire further, pls email info@gilbert.com.fj or call telephones (679) 3342719 or (679)9921427;
• 2011 FASANOC Lottery now on. This is part of Team Fiji’s fundraising efforts towards participation at the Pacific Games to be held in Noumea, New Caledonia, in August 2011. For tickets, pls call Team Fiji on telephone (679) 3303525 or email teamfiji@fasanoc.org.fj;
• 2011 Datec Golf Summer Cup, from Saturday, 5 February, to Saturday, 26 March 2011, Fiji Golf Club, Vatuwaqa, Suva;
• 2011 Suva Darts Association's League Competition, starts Monday, 14 March 2011 and to continue every Monday for 22 weeks, Defence Club, Suva;
• Super 15 Rugby - Chiefs vs Sharks, Friday, 18 March 2011, 7.35pm, Hamilton, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Reds vs Rebels, Friday, 18 March 2011, 10.40pm, Brisbane, Australia;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - 3rd sprint regatta, Saturday, 19 March 2011, Suva Point, Suva;
• Super 15 Rugby - Highlanders vs Crusaders, Saturday, 19 March 2011, 5.30pm, Dunedin, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Blues vs Hurricanes, Saturday, 19 March 2011, 7.35pm, Auckland, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Waratahs vs Cheetahs, Saturday, 19 March 2011, 9.40pm, Sydney, Australia;
• Super 15 Rugby - Lions vs Western Force, Sunday, 20 March 2011, 4.05am, Johannesburg, South Africa;
• Super 15 Rugby - Bulls vs Stormers, Sunday, 20 March 2011, 6.10am, Pretoria, South Africa;
• Brijlal Open Chess Championship - organised by the Fiji Chess Federation, Sunday, 20 March 2011, starting 8am, Pasifika Campus, School of Medicine, Suva;
• 18th Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Summit, from Wednesday, 23 March, to Thursday, 31 March 2011, Boselevu Vakaturaga Complex, Nasese, Suva;
• Fiji Trade Expo, from Monday, 28 March, to Thursday, 31 March 2011, Boselevu Vakaturaga Complex, Nasese, Suva;
• 2011 IRB Hong Kong Sevens Tournament, from Friday, 25 March, to Sunday, 27 March 2011;
• Super 15 Rugby - Crusaders vs Sharks, Friday, 25 March 2011, 7.35pm, Christchurch, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Rebels vs Hurricanes, Friday, 25 March 2011, 9.40pm, Melbourne, Australia;
• Holi Festival Celebration, Saturday, 26 March 2011, from 1pm to 6pm, UN Park, Suva;
• Super 15 Rugby - Reds vs Cheetahs, Saturday, 26 March 2011, 5.40pm, Brisbane, Australia;
• Save The Children Fiji Masquerade Ball, Saturday, 26 March 2011, from 6pm to 12 midnight, Novotel Suva, Lami;
• Super 15 Rugby - Chiefs vs Blues, Saturday, 26 March 2011, 7.35pm, Hamilton, New Zealand;
• 2011 Earth Hour, Saturday, 26 March 2011, 8.30pm to 9.30pm - switch off your lights for one hour and share the positive act;
• Super 15 Rugby - Brumbies vs Waratahs, Saturday, 26 March 2011, 9.40pm, Canberra, Australia;
• Super 15 Rugby - Stormers vs Western Force, Sunday, 27 March 2011, 2.00am, Cape Town, South Africa;
• Super 15 Rugby - Bulls vs Lions, Sunday, 27 March 2011, 4.05am, Pretoria, South Africa;
• Super 15 Rugby - Highlanders vs Brumbies, Friday, 1 April 2011, 7.35pm, Invercargill, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Waratahs vs Chiefs, Friday, 1 April 2011, 9.40pm, Sydney, Australia;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - 4th sprint regatta, Saturday, 2 April 2011, Nadi;
• Concert of Hope - providing a full day of good live music, dance performances, etc, to aid Save The Children Fiji and victims of the Christchurch earthquake, Saturday, 2 April 2011, from 2pm to 8pm, Albert Park, Suva;
• Super 15 Rugby - Blues vs Cheetahs, Saturday, 2 April 2011, 5.30pm, Auckland (NEC), New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Hurricanes vs Bulls, Saturday, 2 April 2011, 7.35pm, Napier, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Western Force vs Rebels, Sunday, 3 April 2011, 12.05am, Perth, Australia;
• Super 15 Rugby - Lions vs Reds, Sunday, 3 April 2011, 2.00am, Johannesburg, South Africa;
• Super 15 Rugby - Sharks vs Stormers, Sunday, 3 April 2011, 3.05am, Durban, South Africa;
• Super 15 Rugby - Highlanders vs Cheetahs, Friday, 8 April 2011, 7.35pm, Dunedin, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Crusader vs Bulls, Saturday, 9 April 2011, 7.35pm, Christchurch, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Brumbies vs Hurricanes, Saturday, 9 April 2011, 9.40pm, Canberra, Australia;
• Super 15 Rugby - Western Force vs Waratahs, Sunday, 10 April 2011, 12.05am, Perth, Australia;
• Super 15 Rugby - Stormers vs Reds, Cape Town, Sunday, 10 April 2011, 3.05am, South Africa;
• Super 15 Rugby - Sharks vs Lions, Sunday, 10 April 2011, 5.10am, Durban, South Africa;
• South Pacific Assemblies of God Youth Conference, from Monday, 2 May, to Thursday, 5 May 2011, Vodafone Arena, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - Fiji International, Friday, 22 April and Saturday, 23 April 2011, Nadi;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V1 Marathon #1, Saturday, 7 May 2011, Pacific Harbour;
• Fiji International Jazz & Blues Festival, from Thursday, 12 May, to Sunday, 15 May 2011, Port Denarau, Denarau, Nadi;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V1 Marathon #2, Saturday, 21 May 2011, Suva;
• Fiji Open Tennis Tournament, from Thursday, 2 June, to Monday, 6 June 2011, Denarau Golf and Racquet Club, Denarau, Nadi;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V1 Marathon #3, Saturday, 4 June 2011, Nadi;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - Suva BHR, Saturday, 11 June 2011, Suva;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V6 Marathon #1, Saturday, 18 June 2011, Suva;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - Nadi BHR, Saturday, 25 June 2011, Nadi;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - Suva BHR, Saturday, 2 July 2011, Suva;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V6 Marathon #2, Saturday, 9 July 2011, Pacific Harbour;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - Nadi BHR, Saturday, 16 July 2011, Nadi;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V6 Marathon #3, Saturday, 23 July 2011, Suva;
• Nomura Cup 2011 organised by the Asia Pacific Golf Federation Team Championship (APGC), from 16 to 19 August 2011, Denarau and Natadola Golf Courses;
• 2011 Rugby World Cup - Fiji vs Namibia, Saturday, 10 September 2011, Rotorua International Stadium, Rotorua, New Zealand;
• 2011 Rugby World Cup - Fiji vs South Africa, Saturday, 17 September 2011, Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand;
• 2011 Rugby World Cup - Fiji vs Samoa, Sunday, 25 September 2011, Eden Park, Auckland, New Zealand;
• 2011 Rugby World Cup - Fiji vs Wales, Sunday, 2 October 2011, Waikato Stadium, Hamilton, New Zealand;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V6 Marathon #4, Saturday, 8 October 2011, Savusavu;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V6 Marathon #5, Saturday, 22 October 2011, Vuda;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V1 Uprising Challenge, Saturday, 12 November 2011;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - Fiji Outrigger Awards Night, Saturday, 19 November 2011;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V6 Uprising Challenge, Saturday, 3 December 2011;

Recurring Events:

• Small boat cruises, daily, Nabukalou Creek, Suva;
• Harbour Cruises around Suva Harbour and to Nukulau Island;
• Fiji Arts Council Art Gallery opens daily, including Saturdays, Procera House, opposite RB Patel, Waimanu Road, Suva;
• Fiji Museum displays, daily at The Fiji Museum, Suva;
• Oceania Centre Gallery, opens daily, at the Oceania Centre for Arts & Culture, University of the South Pacific, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• Bridge night, every Monday nights, from 6.30 to 9.30pm, The Fiji Club, 1 Selbourne Street, Suva;
• The ROC Market, every third Sunday of the month, outside Dolphins Foodcourt, FNPF Plaza, Victoria Parade, Suva;
• Sunday Church Services, 8am or 10.45am, Wesley Church, Butt Street, Suva;
• Sunday English Church Services, 9am, Calvary Temple, Samabula, Suva.

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2011 Earth Hour

The 2011 Earth Hour will be held on Saturday, 26 March 2011. Switch off your lights for one hour from 8.30pm and share the positive act.

Fiji International Regatta

The Fiji International (Canoeing) Regatta will be held from Friday, 22 April, to Sunday, 24 April 2011, at Wailoaloa Beach, Nadi.

Fiji Outrigger races

Fiji Outrigger races are scheduled for this Saturday, 19 March 2011, starting 10am at Suva Point, Suva.

Brijlal Open Chess Championship

The Brijlal Open Chess Championship organised by the Fiji Chess Federation will be held on Sunday, 20 March 2011, starting 8am at the Pasifika Campus, School of Medicine, Suva. For more information, pls call Krishneel Nair on telephone (679) 9497600.

Fundraising concert for Christchurch earthquake survivors

A concert will be held tonight, Thursday, 17 March 2011, at The Playhouse, Selbourne Street, Suva, to raise funds for the survivors of the earthquake that hit Christchurch last month. Artists to perform include Beth Vuatalevu, Salome Baravilala, Nicole Montu, Mone Kevu and Gary Manuel. Tickets are selling at F$10.00 per person.

Super 15 Rugby - Weeks 7 and 8

The Super 15 Rugby matches for Weeks 7 and 8 are provided below : Week 7

• Friday, 1 April 2011, 7.35pm, Highlanders vs Brumbies, at Invercargill, New Zealand;
• Friday, 1 April 2011, 9.40pm, Waratahs vs Chiefs, at Sydney, Australia;
• Saturday, 2 April 2011, 5.30pm, Blues vs Cheetahs, at Auckland (NEC), New Zealand;
• Saturday, 2 April 2011, 7.35pm, Hurricanes vs Bulls, at Napier, New Zealand;
• Sunday, 3 April 2011, 12.05am, Western Force vs Rebels, at Perth, Australia;
• Sunday, 3 April 2011, 2.00am, Lions vs Reds, at Johannesburg, South Africa;
• Sunday, 3 April 2011, 3.05am, Sharks vs Stormers, at Durban, South Africa;

Week 8

• Friday, 8 April 2011, 7.35pm, Highlanders vs Cheetahs, at Dunedin, New Zealand;
• Saturday, 9 April 2011, 7.35pm, Crusader vs Bulls, at Christchurch, New Zealand;
• Saturday, 9 April 2011, 9.40pm, Brumbies vs Hurricanes, at Canberra, Australia;
• Sunday, 10 April 2011, 12.05am, Western Force vs Waratahs, at Perth, Australia;
• Sunday, 10 April 2011, 3.05am, Stormers vs Reds, Cape Town, South Africa;
• Sunday, 10 April 2011, 5.10am, Sharks vs Lions, at Durban, South Africa.

Most matches are aired live on Sky Pacific, Channel 10.

Fiji 7s Rugby team for 2011 Hong Kong & Adelaide IRB Sevens

The Fiji 7s Rugby team for the 2011 Hong Kong & Adelaide IRB Sevens Tournaments comprises :

1. Jerry Burotu
2. Watisoni Votu (co-capt)
3. Setefano Cakau
4. Dale Tonawai (co-capt)
5. Waqabaca Kotobalavu
6. Nikola Matawalau
7. Emosi Vucago
8. Mitieli Nacagilevu
9. Ilai Tinai
10. David Batiratu
11. Joeli Lutumailagi
12. Osea Kolinisau

Non-travelling reserves include :

1. Kelemedi Bola
2. Livai Ikanikoda
3. Sailosi Rabonaqica; and
4. Nemani Nagusa.

Uto Ni Yalo prepares for another journey

The Uto Ni Yalo is preparing for another journey to protect and preserve our oceans. Organised by the Fiji Islands Voyaging Society, the 'Uto ni Yalo' will sail for New Zealand this month. It will take an estimated 7 to 8 days. While in Auckland, the Uto ni Yalo will be fitted with solar powered engines before embarking on a trip to Hawaii. In the Tuamotu Islands in Tahiti, the Vaka of the Cook Islands and Tahiti will join the flotilla. All seven canoes will undertake the voyage to Hawaii using traditional navigation methods. Crew from all seven vaka will be acting as cultural and environmental ambassadors of the Pacific. For more information, pls call Colin Philp of the Fiji Voyaging Society President Colin Philp on telephone (679) 9992340 or Sitiveni Tawakevou on telephone (679) 9224750.

Suva Activities, Events and Accommodation (Updated 4.3.11)

The following events are scheduled for Suva: One-off Events:

• Rent a home for short stays and use it as your base to explore the rest of Fiji. The home is a split level 3 bedroom residence with fencing and gate. It is newly renovated and tastefully furnished. Check out the photos of the home by searching for "Photos of Suva Short Stay Accommodation" on this blog. Discounts can be given for stays over 2 weeks. To enquire further, pls email info@gilbert.com.fj or call telephones (679) 3342719 or (679)9921427;
• 2011 FASANOC Lottery now on. This is part of Team Fiji’s fundraising efforts towards participation at the Pacific Games to be held in Noumea, New Caledonia, in August 2011. For tickets, pls call Team Fiji on telephone (679) 3303525 or email teamfiji@fasanoc.org.fj;
• 2011 Datec Golf Summer Cup, from Saturday, 5 February, to Saturday, 26 March 2011, Fiji Golf Club, Vatuwaqa, Suva;
• 2011 Marist Sevens Rugby Tournament, on Friday, 4 March, and Saturday, 5 March 2011, tfl National Stadium, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• Inaugural 2010 Fiji Sports Awards - presented by Fiji Sports Council (FSC) and FASANOC, Friday, 4 March 2011, Tattersalls Leisure Centre, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• Super 15 Rugby - Crusaders vs Waratahs, Friday, 4 March 2011, 7.35pm, Christchurch, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Lions vs Blues, Saturday, 5 March 2011, 6.10am, Johannesburg, South Africa;
• Super 15 Rugby - Chiefs vs Rebels, Saturday, 5 March 2011, 7.35pm, Hamilton, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Brumbies vs Reds, Saturday, 5 March 2011, 9.40pm, Canberra, Australia;
• Super 15 Rugby - Western Force vs Sharks, Sunday, 6 March 2011, 12.05am, Perth, Australia;
• Super 15 Rugby - Stormers vs Cheetahs, Sunday, 6 March 2011, 4.05am, Cape Town, South Africa;
• Super 15 Rugby - Bulls vs Highlanders, Sunday, 6 March 2011, 6.10am, Pretoria, South Africa;
• Super 15 Rugby - Crusaders vs Brumbies, Friday, 11 March 2011, 7.35pm, Christchurch, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Rebels vs Sharks, Friday, 11 March 2011, 9.40pm, Melbourne, Australia;
• Super 15 Rugby - Stormers vs Highlanders, Saturday, 12 March 2011, 6.10am, Cape Town, South Africa;
• Super 15 Rugby - Hurricanes vs Chiefs, Saturday, 12 March 2011, 7.35pm, Wellington, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Western Force vs Blues, Sunday, 13 March 2011, 12.05am, Perth, Australia;
• Super 15 Rugby - Cheetahs vs Lions, Sunday, 13 March 2011, 4.05am, Bloemfontein, South Africa;
• 2011 Suva Darts Association's League Competition, starts Monday, 14 March 2011 and to continue every Monday for 22 weeks, Defence Club, Suva;
• Fundraising Concert to raise funds for the survivors of the earthquake that hit Christchurch last month, Thursday, 17 March 2011, 6pm, The Playhouse, Selbourne Street, Suva;
• Super 15 Rugby - Chiefs vs Sharks, Friday, 18 March 2011, 7.35pm, Hamilton, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Reds vs Rebels, Friday, 18 March 2011, 10.40pm, Brisbane, Australia;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - 3rd sprint regatta, Saturday, 19 March 2011, Suva Point, Suva; Super 15 Rugby - Highlanders vs Crusaders, Saturday, 19 March 2011, 5.30pm, Dunedin, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Blues vs Hurricanes, Saturday, 19 March 2011, 7.35pm, Auckland, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Waratahs vs Cheetahs, Saturday, 19 March 2011, 9.40pm, Sydney, Australia;
• Super 15 Rugby - Lions vs Western Force, Sunday, 20 March 2011, 4.05am, Johannesburg, South Africa;
• Super 15 Rugby - Bulls vs Stormers, Sunday, 20 March 2011, 6.10am, Pretoria, South Africa;
• Brijlal Open Chess Championship - organised by the Fiji Chess Federation, Sunday, 20 March 2011, starting 8am, Pasifika Campus, School of Medicine, Suva;
• Super 15 Rugby - Crusaders vs Sharks, Friday, 25 March 2011, 7.35pm, Christchurch, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Rebels vs Hurricanes, Friday, 25 March 2011, 9.40pm, Melbourne, Australia;
• Super 15 Rugby - Reds vs Cheetahs, Saturday, 26 March 2011, 5.40pm, Brisbane, Australia;
• Save The Children Fiji Masquerade Ball, Saturday, 26 March 2011, from 6pm to 12 midnight, Novotel Suva, Lami;
• Super 15 Rugby - Chiefs vs Blues, Saturday, 26 March 2011, 7.35pm, Hamilton, New Zealand;
• 2011 Earth Hour, Saturday, 26 March 2011, 8.30pm to 9.30pm - switch off your lights for one hour and share the positive act;
• Super 15 Rugby - Brumbies vs Waratahs, Saturday, 26 March 2011, 9.40pm, Canberra, Australia;
• Super 15 Rugby - Stormers vs Western Force, Sunday, 27 March 2011, 2.00am, Cape Town, South Africa;
• Super 15 Rugby - Bulls vs Lions, Sunday, 27 March 2011, 4.05am, Pretoria, South Africa;
• Super 15 Rugby - Highlanders vs Brumbies, Friday, 1 April 2011, 7.35pm, Invercargill, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Waratahs vs Chiefs, Friday, 1 April 2011, 9.40pm, Sydney, Australia;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - 4th sprint regatta, Saturday, 2 April 2011, Nadi;
• Super 15 Rugby - Blues vs Cheetahs, Saturday, 2 April 2011, 5.30pm, Auckland (NEC), New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Hurricanes vs Bulls, Saturday, 2 April 2011, 7.35pm, Napier, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Western Force vs Rebels, Sunday, 3 April 2011, 12.05am, Perth, Australia;
• Super 15 Rugby - Lions vs Reds, Sunday, 3 April 2011, 2.00am, Johannesburg, South Africa;
• Super 15 Rugby - Sharks vs Stormers, Sunday, 3 April 2011, 3.05am, Durban, South Africa;
• Super 15 Rugby - Highlanders vs Cheetahs, Friday, 8 April 2011, 7.35pm, Dunedin, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Crusader vs Bulls, Saturday, 9 April 2011, 7.35pm, Christchurch, New Zealand;
• Super 15 Rugby - Brumbies vs Hurricanes, Saturday, 9 April 2011, 9.40pm, Canberra, Australia;
• Super 15 Rugby - Western Force vs Waratahs, Sunday, 10 April 2011, 12.05am, Perth, Australia;
• Super 15 Rugby - Stormers vs Reds, Cape Town, Sunday, 10 April 2011, 3.05am, South Africa;
• Super 15 Rugby - Sharks vs Lions, Sunday, 10 April 2011, 5.10am, Durban, South Africa.
• South Pacific Assemblies of God Youth Conference, from Monday, 2 May, to Thursday, 5 May 2011, Vodafone Arena, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - Fiji International, Friday, 22 April and Saturday, 23 April 2011, Nadi;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V1 Marathon #1, Saturday, 7 May 2011, Pacific Harbour;
• Fiji International Jazz & Blues Festival, from Thursday, 12 May, to Sunday, 15 May 2011, Port Denarau, Denarau, Nadi;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V1 Marathon #2, Saturday, 21 May 2011, Suva;
• Fiji Open Tennis Tournament, from Thursday, 2 June, to Monday, 6 June 2011, Denarau Golf and Racquet Club, Denarau, Nadi;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V1 Marathon #3, Saturday, 4 June 2011, Nadi;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - Suva BHR, Saturday, 11 June 2011, Suva;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V6 Marathon #1, Saturday, 18 June 2011, Suva;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - Nadi BHR, Saturday, 25 June 2011, Nadi;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - Suva BHR, Saturday, 2 July 2011, Suva;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V6 Marathon #2, Saturday, 9 July 2011, Pacific Harbour;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - Nadi BHR, Saturday, 16 July 2011, Nadi;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V6 Marathon #3, Saturday, 23 July 2011, Suva;
• Nomura Cup 2011 organised by the Asia Pacific Golf Federation Team Championship (APGC), from 16 to 19 August 2011, Denarau and Natadola Golf Courses;
• 2011 Rugby World Cup - Fiji vs Namibia, Saturday, 10 September 2011, Rotorua International Stadium, Rotorua, New Zealand;
• 2011 Rugby World Cup - Fiji vs South Africa, Saturday, 17 September 2011, Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand;
• 2011 Rugby World Cup - Fiji vs Samoa, Sunday, 25 September 2011, Eden Park, Auckland, New Zealand;
• 2011 Rugby World Cup - Fiji vs Wales, Sunday, 2 October 2011, Waikato Stadium, Hamilton, New Zealand;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V6 Marathon #4, Saturday, 8 October 2011, Savusavu;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V6 Marathon #5, Saturday, 22 October 2011, Vuda;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V1 Uprising Challenge, Saturday, 12 November 2011;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - Fiji Outrigger Awards Night, Saturday, 19 November 2011;
• Fiji Outrigger Event - V6 Uprising Challenge, Saturday, 3 December 2011;

Recurring Events:

• Small boat cruises, daily, Nabukalou Creek, Suva;
• Harbour Cruises around Suva Harbour and to Nukulau Island;
• Fiji Arts Council Art Gallery opens daily, including Saturdays, Procera House, opposite RB Patel, Waimanu Road, Suva;
• Fiji Museum displays, daily at The Fiji Museum, Suva;
• Oceania Centre Gallery, opens daily, at the Oceania Centre for Arts & Culture, University of the South Pacific, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• Bridge night, every Monday nights, from 6.30 to 9.30pm, The Fiji Club, 1 Selbourne Street, Suva;
• The ROC Market, every third Sunday of the month, outside Dolphins Foodcourt, FNPF Plaza, Victoria Parade, Suva;
• Sunday Church Services, 8am or 10.45am, Wesley Church, Butt Street, Suva;
• Sunday English Church Services, 9am, Calvary Temple, Samabula, Suva.

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Super 15 Rugby - Weeks 5 and 6

The Super 15 Rugby matches for Weeks 5 and 6 are provided below : Week 5

• Friday, 18 March 2011, 7.35pm, Chiefs vs Sharks, at Hamilton, New Zealand;
• Friday, 18 March 2011, 10.40pm, Reds vs Rebels, at Brisbane, Australia;
• Saturday, 19 March 2011, 5.30pm, Highlanders vs Crusaders, at Dunedin, New Zealand;
• Saturday, 19 March 2011, 7.35pm, Blues vs Hurricanes, at Auckland, New Zealand;
• Saturday, 19 March 2011, 9.40pm, Waratahs vs Cheetahs, at Sydney, Australia;
• Sunday, 20 March 2011, 4.05am, Lions vs Western Force, at Johannesburg, South Africa;
• Sunday, 20 March 2011, 6.10am, Bulls vs Stormers, at Pretoria, South Africa;

Week 4

• Friday, 25 March 2011, 7.35pm, Crusaders vs Sharks, at Christchurch, New Zealand;
• Friday, 25 March 2011, 9.40pm, Rebels vs Hurricanes, at Melbourne, Australia;
• Saturday, 26 March 2011, 5.40pm, Reds vs Cheetahs, at Brisbane, Australia;
• Saturday, 26 March 2011, 7.35pm, Chiefs vs Blues, at Hamilton, New Zealand;
• Saturday, 26 March 2011, 9.40pm, Brumbies vs Waratahs, at Canberra, Australia;
• Sunday, 27 March 2011, 2.00am, Stormers vs Western Force, at Cape Town, South Africa;
• Sunday, 27 March 2011, 4.05am, Bulls vs Lions, at Pretoria, South Africa.

Most matches are aired live on Sky Pacific, Channel 10.

Women in Business Luncheon

Women in Business is organising an International Women's Day Celebration Luncheon on Monday, 7 March 2011, from 12.30pm to 2pm at JJ's on the Park, Suva. For more information, pls call Olivia Naigulevu on telephone (679) 3314044.

Suva busy this weekend

Suva will be busy this weekend with the Marist Sevens Tournament held from Friday, 4 March, and Saturday, 5 March 2011 at the tfl National Stadium, Laucala Bay, and the Inaugural 2010 Fiji Sports Awards organised jointly by the Fiji Sports Council (FSC) and FASANOC to be held on the evening of Friday, 4 March 2011 at the Tattersalls Leisure Centre, Laucala Bay. For more details, check specific entries on this blog.

Save The Children Fiji Masquerade Ball

The Save The Children Fiji Masquerade Ball will be held on Saturday, 26 March 2011, from 6pm to 12 midnight at the Novotel Suva, Lami. There will drinks, dinner and dance with music provided by Ken Janson & The Hearts. Dress code is formal. Tickets are F$150.00 per seat. For more information, pls call telephone (679) 3313178.