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Stories, news, podcasts and webinars from Business Link Pacific and the SMEs we work with.
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Case study · Niue
NIUE: Style and Success - Soul Merchandise
Situated in the newest shopping hub of Niue, Soul Merchandise has been a cornerstone of local retail fashion since its successful opening in 2019. Owned and operated by Saofia Asanso—affectionately known to her customers as Fia—this female-owned business has become the island’s go-to destination for wardrobe updates and fresh kicks.
17 August 2026
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Case study · Fiji
FIJI: Transforming a green vision into commercial reality in Fiji
Caption: Alex Reddaway, the founder and Managing Director of Leaf Capital with Lanieta Senirosi from Business Assistance Fiji
17 August 2026
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Case study · Vanuatu
VANUATU: Reviving a creative business after the earthquake
For Ketty Lovo and her family, art is both a livelihood and a way of keeping culture alive.
14 August 2026
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Case study · Cook Islands
COOK ISLANDS: Enhancing guest experience at Tai Roto Bay
In the tourism industry, creating memorable guest experiences is essential for business success. With support from Business Link Pacific, one boutique accommodation business on the island of Aitutaki, Cook Islands has been able to further enhance its beachfront facilities and provide an even more enjoyable stay for visitors.
12 August 2026
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Case study · Fiji
FIJI: Health Plus Diagnostics - transforming cervical cancer screening
For too many women in Fiji, cervical cancer is detected only when symptoms have become severe and treatment options are limited. Fiji based Health Plus Diagnostics is working to change that reality.
7 August 2026
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Case study · Solomon Islands
SOLOMON ISLANDS: Improving tourism access to a historical site
In April 2025, the Solomon Islands WWII Heritage Association (SIWHA) applied for a BLP grant on behalf of a WWII heritage tourism operation, the Pagoda Tunnels in Henderson, Honiara.
27 July 2026
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Case study · Fiji
FIJI: Transforming aquaculture vision into reality
With support from Business Assistance Fiji and BLP, Apenisa Maracava turned his aquaculture growth ambitions into reality—strengthening its business strategy, investing in key infrastructure, scaling production and improving operational efficiency.
24 July 2026
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News · Vanuatu
VANUATU: Standards & Certification – a smart move for business
We spoke to one of BLP’s quality approved advisors, Dion Paul from Quality Solutions about the wide-ranging benefits that accrue to businesses when they take the strategic step to get certified to international standards.
22 July 2026
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Case study · Fiji
FIJI: Building a brighter family farming future!
For Labasa farmer Aiyaz Buksh, building a brighter future for his family has been a journey shaped by hard work, persistence, and the courage to keep trying. After years of growing his farming operations while facing costly delays from unreliable machinery, support from Business Link Pacific’s Co-Investment Fund (CIF) grant has helped him take a…
13 July 2026
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Case study · Samoa
SAMOA: Quality driven - DAT Car Rentals
For more than two decades, DAT Car Rentals has helped keep Samoa moving—serving locals and international visitors with reliable, well-maintained vehicles, trusted service, and genuine Samoan hospitality.
1 July 2026
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Case study · Fiji
FIJI: Naua Investment powers ahead with solar energy
On the remote island of Rabi in Fiji, Naua Investment has become more than just a small retail enterprise; it is a lifeline for its community.
22 June 2026
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Case study · Fiji
FIJI: BLP supporting woman-led hardware business Dispatch & Delivery
“Why don’t I open my own hardware business?” was a question that often crossed Laleena Devi’s mind while managing purchasing at Custom Bilts Sheet Metal Co. Ltd, where she served as one of the directors.
5 June 2026