The Latest Breaking News from Fiji

As the world reacted to the death of Queen Elizabeth II, our Observers in Commonwealth countries that were once British colonies had mixed reactions. While many said the British monarch played little a role in their day-to-day thoughts in the 21st century, her death brought out feelings that endure decades…

Eleven Pacific countries are part of the Commonwealth, though many have become young republics in the last few decades

A mobility scheme to bring in hospitality workers from the Pacific Islands to fill labour shortages may be "good for Australia", but local businesses say there has been an exodus and now they are struggling to find skilled workers when the tourism industry needs them the most.

The latest rugby headlines from Wales and around the world

Both the Irish rugby team and Stephen Kenny's Republic of Ireland football team will be in action at the Aviva Stadium in the coming months

In Pacific countries, people have lived in harmony with the physical environment for centuries, now even the riverbed mussels are affected

Animal welfare groups who say wild pig hunters are stealing and mutilating dogs in western Fiji are calling for tighter laws and greater awareness to help protect people's pets. WARNING: Distressing content.

David Lambourne, an Australian citizen, is in immigration dentation after a dramatic deportation attempt at Kiribati's international airport where Fiji Airlines pushed against the government, refusing to fly the judge against his will.

The release of the collectors' item, which features the Chinese god of wealth and money tree, is causing confusion in Fiji, with many questioning its timing and significance.