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23 August 2026

Fijian lawmakers repeal Bainimarama-era surfing law despite opposition criticism

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Source reporting: rnz.co.nz

Fijian lawmakers repeal Bainimarama-era surfing law despite opposition criticism

Fiji's lawmakers have repealed a 2010 law that opened all surfing breaks to public access, despite opposition criticism that the replacement legislation is "flawed".

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