2011 Pacific Games - Schedule of Events for Saturday, 3 September

The 2011 Pacific Games opened on Saturday, 27 August 2011 at Noumea, New Caledonia. The events scheduled for Saturday, 3 September, include :

• Competitions - Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Sailing-Hobie Cat, Sailing-Laser, Squash, Tennis, Volleyball;
• Finals - Athletics, Boxing, Table Tennis, Triathlon, Va'a.

Watch the 2011 Pacific Games coverage each day from 7pm onwards, on Fiji One Television.

2011 Pacific Games - Schedule of Events for Friday, 2 September

The 2011 Pacific Games opened on Saturday, 27 August 2011 at Noumea, New Caledonia. The events scheduled for Friday, 2 September, include :

• Competitions - Baseball, Basketball, Boxing, Football, Golf, Sailing-Hobie Cat, Sailing-Laser, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball;
• Finals - Cricket, Karate, Rugby 7s, Surf, Table Tennis, Va'a.

Watch the 2011 Pacific Games coverage each day from 7pm onwards, on Fiji One Television.

2011 Pacific Games - Schedule of Events for Thursday, 1 September

The 2011 Pacific Games opened on Saturday, 27 August 2011 at Noumea, New Caledonia. The events scheduled for Thursday, 1 September, include :

• Competitions - Baseball, Basketball, Boxing, Football, Golf, Rugby 7s, Sailing-Laser, Squash, Surf, Volleyball;
• Finals - DTL-Shooting, Karate, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis.

Watch the 2011 Pacific Games coverage each day from 7pm onwards, on Fiji One Television.

2011 Pacific Games - Schedule of Events for Wednesday, 31 August

The 2011 Pacific Games opened on Saturday, 27 August 2011 at Noumea, New Caledonia. The events scheduled for Wednesday, 31 August, include :

• Competitions - Baseball, Basketball, Boxing, Cricket, Football, Golf, Rugby 7s, Sailing-Hobie Cat, Sailing-Laser, Squash, Surf, Table Tennis, Volleyball;
• Finals - DTL-Shooting, Karate, Swimming, Tennis.

Watch the 2011 Pacific Games coverage each day from 7pm onwards, on Fiji One Television.

2011 Pacific Games - Schedule of Events for Tuesday, 30 August

The 2011 Pacific Games opened on Saturday, 27 August 2011 at Noumea, New Caledonia. The events scheduled for Tuesday, 30 August, include :

• Competitions - Baseball, Basketball, Boxing, Cricket, Football, Sailing-Laser, Squash, Table Tennis, Tennis, Volleyball; and
• Finals - DTL-Shooting, Sailing-Hobie Cat, Swimming, Va'a.

Watch the 2011 Pacific Games coverage each day from 7pm onwards, on Fiji One Television.

All the best to Team Fiji at the 2011 Pacific Games

The first contingent of Team Fiji has left for New Caledonia for the 2011 Pacific Games.  This is wishing them all the best at the games.  Go for Gold, Fiji!

Fiji Museum : Historical Fiji Photo Competition

The Fiji Museum is organising a Historical Fiji Photo Competition.  Pls send your best pics (has to be your own - 1 photo per person) of any site in Fiji (whether it is a sacred land site, building, anything you consider to be historical) and state in two or three sentences why you think it is. Winner to be announced on 22 September 2011.

Fundraising Dinner for CMF Secondary School

A Red Tie Dinner is being organised for Friday, 16 September 2011, starting 6.30pm, at the Novotel Convention Centre, Lami, near Suva, Fiji. Funds raised from the dinner will be used for building the CMF Secondary School at Newtown, Kinoya. Guest Speaker will be Rev Suliasi Kurulo. Tables are selling at FJD$2,000 each (i.e. FJD$200 per person x 10 pax). For more information, pls call Fonua Jioji on telephones (679) 9233172.

2011 Milo Kaji Rugby Championship

The 2011 Milo Kaji Rugby Championship will be held from Tuesday, 23 August, to Thursday, 24 August 2011, at Prince Charles Park, Nadi, Fiji. A total of 22 Kaji rugby and 21 netball teams from around the country are expected to be part of the annual affair. Kadavu, Ovalau and Moturiki are participating for the first time. The teams to beat are Suva and Nadi.

Volcom Fiji Pro will be held from 2012 to 2014

The Volcom Fiji Pro will be held from 2012 to 2014. The contest will mark Volcom’s first ASP World Title event and a much-desired return to the world-class breaks of Cloudbreak and Restaurants for the ASP Top 34. After a 3-year hiatus from the ASP Dream Tour, the Volcom Fiji Pro will host the world’s best surfers from 2012 through 2014, with a potential for further extension.  For more information, pls visit http://www.volcom.com/news/article.asp?articleID=5471.

National Netball Championships

The National Netball Championships will be held from Wednesday, 24 August, to Saturday, 27 August 2011 at the National Netball Centre, Laucala Bay, Suva.

2011 Fiji National University Open Day

The 2011 Fiji National University Open Day will be held on Friday, 9 September 2011 at the University's campuses in Suva (Samabula and Pasifika campuses), Ba, Nadi and Labasa.  Visit the University campuses if you want to know what they offer.

2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival - Program for Saturday, 27 August

The Fiji Hibiscus Festival started last weekend in Suva, Fiji. Program for Saturday, 27 August 2011 includes :

• Crowning of Miss Charity, 2.30pm, Main Stage, Albert Park;
• King’s Special Awards and Crowning, 6.30pm, Main Stage, Albert Park; and
• Queen’s Crowning, 7pm, Main Stage, Albert Park.

2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival - Program for Friday, 26 August

The Fiji Hibiscus Festival started last weekend in Suva, Fiji. Program for Friday, 26 August 2011 includes :

• Adi Senikau, 7pm, Hibiscus Marquee, Albert Park;
• Queen’s Special Awards, 7pm, Main Stage, Albert Park; and
• Pacific Night, 7.30pm, Main Stage, Albert Park.

2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival - Program for Thursday, 25 August

The Fiji Hibiscus Festival started last weekend in Suva, Fiji. Program for Thursday, 25 August 2011 includes :

• Queen’s 2nd Public Judging, 6.30pm, Hibiscus Marquee, Albert Park;
• Ladies Stage Interview, 6.30pm, Main Stage, Albert Park;
• Teens Special Awards & Crowning, 7pm, Main Stage, Albert Park;
• Ladies Special Awards & Crowning, 7.20pm, Main Stage, Albert Park; and
• Bogi Ni Taukei, 7.45pm, Main Stage, Albert Park.

2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival - Program for Wednesday, 24 August

The Fiji Hibiscus Festival started last weekend in Suva, Fiji. Program for Wednesday, 24 August 2011 includes :

• Kings' Talent Night, 6.30pm, Hibiscus Marquee, Albert Park; and
• Indian Night, 7pm, Main Stage, Albert Park.

Fiji team to the 2011 Rugby World Cup

Fiji has selected its team to the upcoming 2011 Rugby World Cup.  The team is made up of :

1. Campese Ma’afu,
2. Deacon Manu,
3. Setefano Somoca,
4. Waisea Daveta,
5. Viliame Veikoso,
6. Tuapati Talemaitoga,
7. Sunia Koto,
8. Sekonaia Kalou,
9. Leone Nakarawa,
10. Wame Lewaravu,
11. Rupeni Nasiga,
12. Dominiko Waqaniburotu,
13. Sisa Koyamaibole,
14. Akapusi Qera,
15. Netani Talei,
16. Masi Matadigo,
17. Malakai Ravulo,
18. Nemia Ranuku,
19. Vitori Buatava,
20. Waisea Luveniyali,
21. Seremaia Baikeinuku,
22. Nicky Little,
23. Albert Vulivuli,
24. Gabirieli Lovobalavu,
25. Ravai Fatiaki,
26. Vereniki Goneva,
27. Napolioni Nalaga,
28. Michael Tagicakibau,
29. Kini Murimurivalu,
30. Iliesa Keresoni.

Suva Activities, Events and Accommodation (Updated 19.8.11)

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;
• Sulu and Jaba Competition to celebrate the unique attire of Fiji women - organised by the Fiji Fashion Week 2011- Register your entry by Friday, 9 September 2011;
• 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 Tadra Kahani, on Thursday, 18 August, and Friday, 19 August 2011, Vodafone Arena, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• Fiji vs Tonga Rugby Test Match, Friday, 19 August 2011, 4.30pm, Churchill Park, Lautoka;
• Fiji Secondary Schools Soccer Championship, Friday, 19 August, and Saturday, 20 August 2011, Ratu Cakobau Park and Saraswati Primary School grounds, Nausori, near Suva;
• 2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival will be held from Friday, 19 August, to Saturday, 27 August 2011, at Albert Park, Suva;
• 2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival - Queens Research Topic, Friday, 19 August 2011, 6.30pm, Hibiscus Marquee, Albert Park, Suva;
• 2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival - Body Building Competition, Friday, 19 August 2011, 7pm, Albert Park, Suva;
• Fiji Secondary Schools Rugby Deans Trophy Finals, Saturday, 20 August 2011, starting 8am, tfl National Stadium, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• National Karate Championship, Saturday, 20 August 2011, from 8.30am, Yat Sen School Hall, Flagstaff, Suva;
• 2011 Bank South Pacific Farebrother-Sullivan Rugby Cup Challenge, Saturday, 20 August, challenge by Nadi;
• 2011 Kaila Star Search - Finals, Saturday, 20 August 2011, 5.30pm, Albert Park, Suva;
• 2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival - Teens Talent Show & Kings Public Judging, Saturday, 20 August 2011, 6.30pm, Hibiscus Marquee, Albert Park, Suva;
• 2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival - Body Building Competition, Saturday, 20 August 2011, 7pm, Main Stage Albert Park, Suva;
• 2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival - Inter-Denominational Sing Along, Sunday, 21 August 2011, 6pm, Main Stage Albert Park, Suva;
• 2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival - Ladies Talent Show & Traditionally Inspired Costume, Sunday, 21 August 2011, 6.30pm, Main Stage Albert Park, Suva;
• 2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival - Teens Fantasy Attire, Monday, 22 August 2011, 6.30pm, Main stage Albert Park, Suva;
• 2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival - Queen’s Talent Show, Monday, 22 August 2011, 6.30pm, Hibiscus Marquee, Albert Park, Suva;
• 2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival - Asian Nite, Monday, 22 August 2011, 7.30pm, Main stage Albert Park, Suva;
• 2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival - Fiji Has Talent Final, Tuesday, 23 August 2011, Albert Park, Suva;
• 2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival - Queen’s 1st Public Judging, Tuesday, 23 August 2011, 6.30pm, Hibiscus Marquee, Albert Park;
• 2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival - Youth Night, Tuesday, 23 August 2011, 7pm, Main Stage Albert Park;
• 19km Fiji Swim relay, Thursday, 25 August 2011, starting from the beach at the Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa on Denarau Island and finishing at Beachcomber Island, Fiji;
• 2.7km Fiji Swim, Saturday, 27 August 2011, at Beachcomber Island, Off Nadi, Fiji;
• 2011 Pacific Games, from Saturday, 27 August, to Saturday, 10 September 2011, Noumea, New Caledonia;
• Sulu and Jaba Competition organised by the Fiji Fashion Week 2011 - Live Judging onf Entries, Saturday, 17 September 2011, at Level 4 Tappoo City, Suva, Fiji;
• Children's School Holiday Program organised by the Fiji Museum, from Tuesday, 30 August, to Friday, 2 September 2011, 9.30am to 12.30pm on each day, Fiji Museum Verandah, Thurston Gardens, Suva;
• 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;
• World Supermodel Pageant, from Sunday, 25 September, to Saturday, 1 October 2011, Amunuca Island Resort & Spa, Fiji;
• 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 National University Film and Music Festival, from Wednesday, 19 October, to Saturday, 22 October 2011, Fiji National University's Nasinu and Raiwai Campuses, Suva;
• 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;
• Namotu World Paddle Challenge, from Sunday, 13 November, to Friday, 18 November 2011, from Natadola Beach to Namotu Island Resort;
• 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.

Listing of events is free, however, we charge a small fee for advertising products and services on the blog.

Call us on the telephone numbers (679) 3342719 or (679) 9921427, or email info@gilbert.com.fj.

Children's School Holiday Program - Fiji Museum

The Fiji Museum is organising a Children's School Holiday Program from Tuesday, 30 August, to Friday, 2 September 2011 at the Fiji Museum Verandah, Thurston Gardens, Suva.  The activities include :

• Tuesday, 30 August, and Wednesday, 31 August, 9.30am to 12.30pm - Drawing Competitions with prizes given by Dr Kamal Kishor Mishra, Director for Indian Cultural Centre, Indian High Commission.  Light refreshments will be provided on these days.
• Thursday, 1 September, and Friday, 2 September, 9.30am to 12.30pm - Pottery-making Workshop.

Entry fees are F$10.00 per person for 4 days.  For more information, pls call Mrs Prakashni Sharma on telephones (679) 3315944 or (679) 3315043 or email pasi00045@hotmail.com or sagale@hotmail.com.

Sulu and Jaba Competition

Fiji Fashion Week 2011 is holding a Sulu and Jaba Competition to celebrate the unique attire of Fiji women. Register your entry by Friday, 9 September 2011. Live judging will be held on Saturday, 17 September 2011, at Level 4 Tappoo City, Suva, Fiji. Prizes will be awarded.  Judging criteria include : creativity and uniqueness, choice of material, construction and finish, and overall look with accessories.  For more information, pls call telephones (679) 3301201 or email info@fijifashionweek.com.fj.

Fiji Secondary Schools Soccer Championship

The Fiji Secondary Schools Soccer Championship is on today, 19 August, and Saturday. 20 August 2011, at Ratu Cakobau Park and Saraswati Primary School grounds, Nausori, near Suva.  Competition starts at 8am on both days.

2011 Pacific Games starts 27 August in Noumea, New Caledonia

The 2011 Pacific Games will be held from Saturday, 27 August, to Saturday, 10 September at Noumea, New Caledonia. Check out this link for the Schedule of Events, http://ultraviewdirectory.com/Sports/pacific-games-schedule.php.

Fiji Secondary Schools Rugby Deans Trophy Finals this week

Remember to check out the Fiji Secondary Schools Rugby Deans Trophy Finals which will held on Saturday, 20 August 2011 at the tfl National Stadium, Suva. This year sees a new format where the Under 18 teams will play for the Deans Trophy. Teams to play in the are Ratu Navula Secondary School and Queen Victoria School.

2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival - Program for Tuesday, 23 August

The Fiji Hibiscus Festival starts this weekend in Suva, Fiji. Program for Tuesday, 23 August 2011 includes :

• Fiji Has Talent Final;
• Queen’s 1st Public Judging, 6.30pm, Hibiscus Marquee, Albert Park; and
• Youth Night, 7pm, Main Stage Albert Park.

2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival - Program for Monday, 22 August

The Fiji Hibiscus Festival starts this week in Suva, Fiji. Program for Monday, 22 August 2011 includes :

• Teens Fantasy Attire, 6.30pm, Main stage Albert Park;
• Queen’s Talent Show, 6.30pm, Hibiscus Marquee, Albert Park; and
• Asian Nite, 7.30pm, Main stage Albert Park.

2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival - Program for Sunday, 21 August

The Fiji Hibiscus Festival starts this weekend in Suva, Fiji. Activities scheduled for Sunday, 21 August include :

• 6pm, Inter- Denominational Sing Along, Main Stage Albert Park; and
• 6.30pm, Ladies Talent Show & Traditionally Inspired Costume, Main Stage Albert Park.

2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival starts this weekend

The 2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival starts this weekend in Suva, Fiji. Activities scheduled this weekend include :

• Friday, 19 August, 6.30pm, Queens Research Topic, Hibiscus Marquee, Albert Park;
• Friday, 19 August, 7pm, Body Building Competition, Albert Park;
• Saturday, 20 August, Kaila Star Search Final;
• Saturday, 20 August, 6.30pm, Teens Talent Show & Kings Public Judging, Hibiscus Marquee, Albert Park; and
• Saturday, 20 August, 7pm, Body Building Competition, Main Stage Albert Park.

2011 Tadra Kahani on today and tomorrow

Remember to check out the 2011 Tadra Kahani at the Vodafone Arena in Suva on evenings of Thursday, 18 August, and Friday, 19 August.   

Karate Fiji National Championship supported by Crest Chicken

What: National Karate Championship When: Saturday 20th August Venue: Yat Sen School Hall Time: From 8:30am More than 100 Karate Fiji athletes (including those participating in the Pacific Games) and 6 dojos (Tavua Karate, Karate Lautoka, Lautoka Shotokan, Karate Nadi, Abba Nadi, and China Club). Supported by: Crest Chicken.

Namotu World Paddle Challenge

The Namotu World Paddle Challenge will be held from Sunday, 13 November, to Friday, 18 November 2011 from Natadola Beach to Namotu Island Resort.

The Namotu World Paddle Challenge will not only be one of the most progressive and dynamic racing events in the history of the sport, featuring both long distance and surf sprint formats, but will also be an exciting celebration of the growth and diversity of Stand Up Paddling, one of the world's fastest growing sports.

Events planned include :

• A youth clinic for the underprivileged youth in Fiji to experience Ocean Sports leading to the culturally driven Opening Ceremony at the InterContinental Resort
• 19 mile downwinder from the InterContinental Hotel at Natadola Beach to Namotu Island Resort: following one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world, the steady tradewinds and ideal orientation of the reef will make this one of the most beautiful downwind courses to date, not to mention the beautiful landmarks along the way, such as the infamous Cloudbreak reef
• The Namotu Surf Slalom will be a dynamic and exciting short course that will go in and out of the surf in front of the beautiful Namotu Island Resort providing both thrills and spills for the crowd, the media and the athletes themselves
• The Cloudbreak Surf Exhibition will showcase the magic that Fiji has to offer in the surf, as top athletes such as World Champion Kai Lenny, legends Dave Kalama and Robby Naish and Jamie Mitchell to mention just a few will take on one of the most beautiful waves in the world
• The Musket Cove Fun Day: after all the intense action and competition, the final day of the event will be for all the family, with fun races and relays and a party atmosphere for the closing of this spectacular event.

For more information, pls visit www.watermanleague.com.

We are on Facebook

Check out and "Like" our Facebook Page on this link www.facebook.com/promotingsuva.

Inaugural Pacific Regional TVET Community & NFE Symposium

The University of the South Pacific will host the Inaugural Pacific Regional TVET Community & NFE Symposium from Tuesday, 29 November, to Thursday, 1 December 2011, at USP, Suva. For more info, participation or to submit papers, call Viliame Rabici on telephone (679) 3231359 or email rabici_v@usp.ac.fj.

Islands & Small States Tourism Conference : Current Issues and Future Challenges

The University of the South Pacific will host the "Islands & Small States Tourism Conference : Current Issues and Future Challenges" from Wednesday, 14 September, to Friday, 16 September 2011, at USP, Laucala Bay, Suva. For more info, call Dr Stephen Pratt on telephone (679) 3232815 or email pratt_s@usp.ac.fj.

2011 USP 3 Minute Thesis Competition

The University of the South Pacific (USP) will hold its annual 3 Minute Thesis Competition on Wednesday, 17 August 2011, from 5pm to 8pm at the AusAid Performance Space, USP, Laucala Bay, Suva. The event sees 9 postgraduate research students present compelling orations of their original research in 3 minutes using a single slide. For more info, pls call Shaiza Janif on (679) 3232403 or email janif_s@usp.ac.fj.

Friendly International Soccer Matches

Friendly International Soccer Matches will be held on :

• Tuesday, 16 August 2011, 4pm Fiji vs Samoa (Women) at Ratu Cakobau Park, Nausori;
• Tuesday, 16 August 2011, 6pm, Fiji vs Samoa (Men) at Ratu Cakobau Park;
• Thursday, 18 August 2011, 2pm, Fiji vs Samoa (Women) at the tfl National Stadium, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• Thursday, 18 August 2011, 4pm, Fiji vs Samoa (men) at the tfl National Stadium, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• Saturday, 21 August 2011, 3pm, Fiji U23 vs Tuvalu at the tfl National Stadium, Laucala Bay, Suva; and
• Sunday, 22 August 2011, 3pm, Samoa vs Tuvalu (Men) at Ratu Cakobau Park, Nausori.

Second Fiji vs Tonga Rugby Test Match

The second Fiji vs Tonga rugby test match will be held on Friday, 19 August 2011, starting 4.30pm at Churchill Park, Lautoka, Fiji. This is part of two home-and-away test matches between the two countries. Tickets available at E-Pay kiosks at Lautoka Market, Nadi Market and Suva's Victoria Parade.

Fiji vs Tonga Rugby Test

Fiji meets Tonga in a rugby test match on Saturday, 13 August 2011, starting 3.30pm at Churchill Park, Lautoka, Fiji.  This is part of two home-and-away test matches between the two countries.

Old Skool Dance Competition

An Old Skool Dance Competition will be held on Saturday, 13 August 2011, from 6.30pm at The Fiji Museum.  Dress Code : Yesteryear.  Competition Entry Fee is F$50.00 per couple while Admission Fee is F$10.00 per person.  Prizes include :

• 1st Prize - 2 nights at Sonaisali Resort for 2 people;
• 2nd Prize - 1 night at Mango Bay Resort for 2 people;
• 3rd Prize - 2 nights at Tubakula Beach Resort for 2 people; and
• Crowd Favourite - 1 night at Novotel Suva for 2 people.

For more information, pls call Elenoa on telephones (679) 3312633 or (679) 9907044 or email ElenoaD@wgfiji.com.fj.

Photographic Exhibit on Climate Change - Fiji Museum

A photographic exhibit on climate change will be held on Friday, 19 August 2011, from 8am to 11am, at the Fiji Museum Temporary Exhibition Space and Art Gallery, Suva.  The exhibition aims to put a youthful Pacific face to the show before it is taken to Durban, South Africa where global talks on climate change will be held.

Suva Activities, Events and Accommodation (Updated 5.8.11)

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;
• Open Day of the University of the South Pacific, Friday, 5 August 2011, University of the South Pacific, Laucala Campus, Suva;
• 2011 Bank South Pacific Farebrother-Sullivan Rugby Cup Challenge, Saturday, 6 August, challenge by Naitasiri;
• 2011 Kaila Star Search - Semi Finals, Saturday, 6 August 2011, 5.30pm, Suva Civic Centre;
• Laughing Samoans" Fiji Tour, Wednesday, 10 August, starting 6.30pm, Sheraton Fiji Ballroom, Denarau Island, Nadi;
• 2011 Battle of the Giants (Soccer) Tournament, from Thursday, 11 August, to Sunday, 14 August 2011, Ratu Cakobau Park, Nausori;
• "Laughing Samoans" Fiji Tour, Thursday, 11 August, starting 6.30pm, Vodafone Arena, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• "Laughing Samoans" Fiji Tour, Friday, 12 August, starting 6.30pm, Vodafone Arena, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• 2011 Tadra Kahani, on Thursday, 18 August, and Friday, 19 August 2011, Vodafone Arena, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• 2011 Fiji Hibiscus Festival will be held from Friday, 19 August, to Saturday, 27 August 2011, at Albert Park, Suva;
• 2011 Bank South Pacific Farebrother-Sullivan Rugby Cup Challenge, Saturday, 20 August, challenge by Nadi;
• 2011 Kaila Star Search - Finals, Saturday, 20 August 2011, 5.30pm, Albert Park;
• 19km Fiji Swim relay, Thursday, 25 August 2011, starting from the beach at the Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa on Denarau Island and finishing at Beachcomber Island, Fiji;
• 2.7km Fiji Swim, Saturday, 27 August 2011, at Beachcomber Island, Off Nadi, Fiji;
• 2011 Fiji Ocean Swim Series - 1km/2.5km/5km, Saturday, 6 August 2011, Yasawa;
• Pacific Oceania Tennis Junior Championships, from Monday, 8 August, to Friday, 12 August 2011, RTC, Lautoka, Fiji;
• 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;
• World Supermodel Pageant, from Sunday, 25 September, to Saturday, 1 October 2011, Amunuca Island Resort & Spa, Fiji;
• 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 National University Film and Music Festival, from Wednesday, 19 October, to Saturday, 22 October 2011, Fiji National University's Nasinu and Raiwai Campuses, Suva;
• 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.

Listing of events is free, however, we charge a small fee for advertising products and services on the blog.

Call us on the telephone numbers (679) 3342719 or (679) 9921427, or email info@gilbert.com.fj.

2011 Battle of the Giants Tournament - Draws

The draws for the 2011 Battle of the Giants Soccer Tournament which will be held from Thursday, 11 August, to Sunday, 14 August 2011, at Ratu Cakobau Park, Nausori, is as follows :


Thursday, 11 August

• 4.30pm, Official Opening;
• 5.30pm, Suva vs Nadi;
• 6.45pm, Navua vs Savusavu;
• 8pm, Nadroga vs Labasa;
• 9.15pm, Rewa vs Ba;

Friday, 12 August

• 1pm, Savusavu vs Tavua;
• 2.15pm, Lautoka vs Nadroga;
• 3.30pm, Fiji Women vs. South Women;
• 4.45pm, Suva vs Navua;
• 6pm, Nadi vs Tavua;
• 7.15pm, Ba vs Lautoka;
• 8.30pm, Labasa vs Rewa;

Saturday, 13 August

• 10am, West Women-Fiji Women;
• 11.15pm, Suva vs Savusavu;
• 12.30pm, Rewa vs Nadroga;
• 2pm, West Women vs. South Women;
• 3.15pm, Navua vs Tavua;
• 4.30pm, Savusavu vs Nadi;
• 5.45pm, Rewa vs Lautoka;
• 7pm, Labasa vs Ba;

Sunday, 14 August

• 8.30am, Semi Final 1 : WP1 vs R/Up P2;
• 10am, Semi Final 2 : WP2 vs R/Up P1;
• 3pm, Final;
• 4.30pm, Presentation.

2011 Battle of the Giants Tournament - First Round

The First Round of the 2011 Battle of the Giants Soccer Tournament will be held on Sunday, 7 August 2011 at the tfl National Stadium, Laucala Bay, Suva.  The draws are :

• 11am, Navua vs Nadi;
• 12.30pm, Suva vs Tavua;
• 2pm, Ba vs Nadroga;
• 3.30pm, Labasa vs Lautoka.

Fiji Open Snooker Competition

The 2011 Fiji Open Snooker Competition will be held on Saturday, 13 August, and Sunday, 14 August 2011, at Merchants Club, Union Club and United Club.  Entry fees to compete are F$25.00 for locals and F$50.00 for those from overseas.  For more information, pls email Philip on gock@hotmail.com or suresh.chauhan1000@gmail.com.

2011 Fiji Fashion Week - Designers Information & Planning Session

The 2011 Fiji Fashion Week organisers are holding a Designers Information & Planning Session on Friday, 5 August 2011, from 6pm to 7pm, at the 6th Floor, Tappoo City, Suva.  The session is to discuss the opportunity to enter the 2011 Fiji Fashion Week, the format of the show, the technical requirements and standards expected and the various categories of style and design that may suit you.  Get a copy of the Designers Information Kit on www.fijifashionweek.com.fj.  For more information, pls call telephones (679) 3301201 or (679) 7088895 or email info@fijifashionweek.com.

Pasifika Voices Talanoa

A Pasifika Voices Talanoa will be held on Wednesday, 3 August 2011, 5.30pm at the Oceania Centre, University of the South Pacific, Laucala Bay, Suva. An opportunity to part of an ensemble of musical empowerment, so if you have a passion to sing to make a difference this is it.

2011 Deans Trophy Semi Finals

The Deans Trophy Semi Finals will be held on Saturday, 6 August 2011. This year sees a new format where the Under 18 teams will play for the Deans Trophy. The Under 19 teams will now compete for the Fiji Secondary Schools Rugby Union Cup. Under 18 teams that will play in the semi finals include :

• Ratu Kadavulevu School vs Ratu Navula Secondary School;
• Queen Victoria School vs Lelean Memorial School.

Venue to be posted later.