The Festival
A gathering rooted in Faith,
shaped by the Pacific
“We're as strong as our faith and as young as our hope.”
The Fiji Catholic Trans-Tasman Festival of Hope 2026 brings together Fijian Catholic communities across Australia and New Zealand for three days of worship, culture and community. This a celebration of our story and our unique identity.
Participating Communities
Sydney (Host)Auckland NZ
MelbourneBrisbane
AdelaideHamilton NZ
+ more communities welcome
Festival Details
| Festival Dates | 28–30 August 2026 |
| Location | Across Sydney |
| Host | Fiji Catholic Chaplaincy Sydney (FSCC) |
| Collaborators | Fiji Catholic Chaplaincies AU & NZ |
Festival Highlights
The Five Pillars
Faith
Rooted in the Eucharist and the Catholic traditions carried from Fiji across seas and generations.
Culture
Celebrating Fijian identity and Pacific heritage. Honouring where we come from as an act of faith.
Connection
Bridging Fiji Catholic communities across Australia and New Zealand.
Communion
Gathering at one table with Christ in the Eucharist at the heart of our festival.
Pilgrimage
Your journey to Sydney is an act of faith. Come be renewed and sent to be Christ-like in the world.