FHTA rejects claims tourism industry backed 5% Tourism Services Tax
The Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association says the tourism industry did not propose, endorse or broadly agree to the Government's proposed 5 percent Tourism Services Tax or
Author: Mansi Chand
FCOSS stresses social welfare support must reach those who need it most
The Fiji Council of Social Services says while the allocation of over $200 million for social welfare in the 2026/2027 National Budget is a positive step, the key issue r
Retaining teachers remains an ongoing challenge - Radrodro
Education Minister Aseri Radrodro says retaining teachers remains an ongoing challenge as many continue to leave the profession for better opportunities both overseas and
Home semi-final spot driving Drua Women ahead of crucial Reds clash
McDonald's Fiji Drua Women's Head Coach Mike Legge says they have made only one positional change to the side ahead of their crucial Super Rugby Women's clash against the
FCEF calls for reduction in corporate tax, departure tax and VAT on hybrid cars
The Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation has called for reductions in VAT for hybrid vehicles, corporate tax and departure tax as part of its submission for the 2026/20
Need for more chef training as skilled workers leave Fiji - Gavoka
Following the identification of 95 distinct skills in the National Skills Gap Survey Report, including chefs, Minister for Tourism Viliame Gavoka says increased traini
Consistency key as Drua Women chase semi-final spot
McDonald's Fiji Drua Women's Head Coach Mike Legge says while the team's ultimate aspiration is to win the Super Rugby Women's competition, his immediate focus is seeing
No court order stopped family from accessing Vatulaulau cemetery, says plaintiffs' lawyer
The lawyer representing the plaintiffs in the ongoing Vatulaulau Hindi Cemetery trustees says there was never a court order preventing the family of the late Arun Kumar f
Police to investigate alleged preferential treatment claims involving Imran Khan escort
Police have confirmed that their Internal Affairs Unit will investigate claims of alleged preferential treatment involving Imran Khan, also known as King Khan, during rec
Imran Khan’s application to vacate guilty plea ruling set for July 9th
Suva High Court Judge Justice Thushara Rajasinghe will deliver his ruling on July 9th in a matter where Imran Khan, also known as King Khan, has filed an application to v
Bail hearing for former Fiji football player scheduled for Monday
A former Fiji and district-level football player will have his bail hearing on Monday.The matter was called before Magistrate Yogesh Prasad this morning.The investigating
King Khan’s sentencing hearing for unlawful possession of meth adjourned to tomorrow
Imran Khan, also known as King Khan will have his sentencing hearing tomorrow after the matter was adjourned in court today.The hearing was initially scheduled for today,
Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and Sagar's lawyers seek more details on alleged loss in Volkswagen case
Former Fijian Broadcasting Corporation Chief Executive Officer Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and current Chief Financial Officer Vimlesh Sagar have sought further details from FICA
Keir Starmer resigns as UK Prime Minister and Labour Leader
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as both Prime Minister and leader of the Labour Party after months of growing pressure from within his p
FIFA World Cup: Ten-man Belgium hold Iran to goalless draw
Belgium and Iran played out a tense 0-0 draw in their FIFA World Cup Group G clash, with both sides unable to find a breakthrough despite creating several chances. Belgiu
Fiji FACT semi-final showdown set as four teams secure their spots
Defending champions Labasa, Ba, Lautoka and Navua will battle for the BiC Fiji FACT 2026 title after securing their spots in the semi-finals.Labasa booked their place aft
41-yr-old man remanded over alleged meth possession and proceeds of crime
A 41-year-old man has been remanded in custody by the Nasinu Magistrates Court after being charged with unlawful possession of illicit drugs and possession of proceeds of
Spain cruise past Saudi Arabia 4-0 in FIFA World Cup clash
Spain delivered a dominant performance to defeat Saudi Arabia 4-0 in their FIFA World Cup Group H match.Teenage sensation Lamine Yamal opened the scoring in the 10th minu
Fiji Showcase opens today with over 100 booths, entertainment and great bargains
The gates for Fiji Showcase 2026 open today at the Vodafone Arena, featuring more than 100 booths offering great bargains and special deals.Fiji Showcase will also provid
Ba ready for Fiji FACT challenge as coach backs new-look squad
Ba FC head coach Ravinesh Kumar says his side is well prepared and ready for the challenge ahead as the 2026 BiC Fiji FACT gets underway in Labasa.Kumar says the Men in B
25-year-old man to be sentenced on July 20th for raping a boy
A 25-year-old man will be sentenced on the 20th of July for raping a boy who was under the age of 13.High Court Judge Justice Usaia Ratuvili found the man guilty of one c