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16/03/2026

Mataitini calls on PM to call National Security Council meeting

In an open letter to the Prime Minister, Rewa chief and Great Council of Chiefs member, Ro Naulu Mataitini has asked where is the government when it comes to this impendi

Fuel Government

14 days ago

Fuel supply sufficient, Cabinet to discuss long-term plans tomorrow

As the Fiji Government continues to stress that fuel supply in the country is sufficient to meet the energy needs for the next few months, the Cabinet will be meeting tom

Feature Fuel Government

15 days ago

Long queues at service stations as Govt urges public not to panic buy fuel

Some pumps at service stations in the Suva area are closed, as people have been lining up at service stations to fuel up, while some are being seen filling drums. A s

Feature Government

15 days ago

Vakarisi to appear in High Court again on 30th March for 2023 drug matter

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions has appealed Jone Vakarisi sentencing for having marijuana within the confines of the court on 19th January 2023.Vakar

Court

15 days ago

No Fiji Airways routes affected amid Middle East tensions

No Fiji Airways routes have been affected by airspace closures or operational restrictions linked to the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. The airline confirmed to fij

Fiji-Airways

15 days ago

Family mourns father found dead in Nauluvatu a day before his birthday

Thirty years ago I gave birth to my youngest child, and today, on his birthday, I mourn his tragic death.This was shared by Makereta Wati, the mother of the late Jone So

Crime Police

15 days ago

Boost in healthcare workforce after 345 students graduate in nursing

The healthcare workforce in the country is expected to get a boost following the induction of 345 nurses during the 2026 New Intern Nurses Induction Programme. Speakin

Health

15 days ago

NZ slashes visitor visa fees for Pacific nationals for 12 months

Good news for Fijians as a temporary reduction in visitor visa fees for Pacific nationals will take effect from 1 June 2026 for 12 months, and the total cost will be red

Immigration

15 days ago

Westpac Fiji launch Westpac Women and Girls Education Grants

Westpac Fiji has launched its flagship community programme, the Westpac Women and Girls Education Grants, which gives the opportunity to empower 30 Fijian women and girls

Westpac Women-Empowerment

15 days ago

Former FijiFirst VP and Ketan Lal apply to register proposed FijiansFirst Party

Former FijiFirst Vice President Ravindran Kumaran and MP Ketan Lal have submitted their application for the registration of the proposed FijiansFirst Party as a political

FEO

15 days ago

Kinoya Assembly of God Church hit by fourth burglary, over $10,000 stolen

Concerns have been raised after the Kinoya Assembly of God Church experienced its fourth break-in, resulting in more than $10,000 worth of damages and stolen property. S

Robbery

15 days ago

Fiji loses Series and New York 7s title after 10-7 defeat against South Africa

A last-minute knock-on cost the Fiji Airways Men’s National 7s side the HSBC SVNS New York 7s and the 2025–2026 World Sevens Series title as they went down 10-7 to So

New York 7s Rugby-7s

15 days ago

Alleged murderer Rihaal Kumar's case adjourned to next Thursday

The case for 18-year-old Rihaal Kumar, who is alleged to have caused the death of Sharuf Shaakir Khan, has been adjourned to next Thursday.Kumar appeared before Justice D

Court Crime

15 days ago

Planned water disruptions in Nakasi and Nausori today

Thousands of people residing in Dilkusha Road, Alfred Road, Hankok, Saraswati College, and Ramji Samji Road are currently experiencing water disruptions.The Water Authori

WAF

15 days ago

NY 7s: Fiji vs South Africa final at 8.41am, World Series on the line

The 2025/2026 World 7s Series title will be on the line in the final of the New York 7s when the Fiji Airways Men's National 7s side take on South Africa at 8.41 this mor

Feature New-York-7s Rugby Rugby-7s

15 days ago

Tudravu acknowledges long road to rebuild public trust in Police

Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tudravu says the Fiji Police Force faces a difficult journey in rebuilding public trust and confidence and is urging officers to remain loy

Police

15 days ago

NY 7s: Fijiana to play for 3rd after 22-14 semi-final loss to Australia

The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s side will face the USA in the third place playoff after going down 22-14 to Australia in the semi finals of the HSBC SVNS New York 7s.Australi

New-York-7s Rugby Rugby-7s

15 days ago

Fiji through to NY 7s final beating Australia 28-7

The Fiji Airways Men’s National 7s side is through to the Cup final of the HSBC SVNS New York 7s after defeating Australia 28-7 in the first semi-final this morning.The

Feature Fiji-Airways New-York-7s Rugby

15 days ago

15/03/2026

Body found at Nauluvatu, Police investigations continue

The body of a man in his 30s was found at Nauluvatu, Suva, today.Police say there were visible injuries on the man's face.The Samabula Police are gathering information th

Feature Police

16 days ago

Man in his 40s drowns at Pacific Harbour

A man in his 40s has allegedly drowned while swimming at Pacific Harbour yesterday.Police say the man had allegedly been drinking alcohol with others before heading out

Drowning Police

16 days ago

Barriers still prevent women from seeking justice in Fiji - Kuruleca

While Fiji has strengthened laws and policies, barriers such as distance, cost, culture and limited legal awareness can still prevent women from seeking justice.Permanent

Diplomacy Women-Empowerment

16 days ago

Mother of five overcomes challenges abroad to build better future for family

Leaving behind her five children to work overseas was one of the hardest decisions for 48-year-old Lenette Bishop, but today the experience has helped her build a better

PALM Women-Empowerment

16 days ago

Seven years after Christchurch Mosque attacks, families continue their fight

Today marks seven years since the tragic Christchurch Mosque attacks that shocked the world and claimed the lives of 51 worshippers in New Zealand.On 15 March 2019, a gun

World-News

16 days ago

6-year-old child dies after vehicle veers off Noco Rd

A 6-year-old child has died following a motor vehicle accident along Noco Road yesterday morning.Police say the child had accompanied his father to buy bread, and they we

Accident Road Accident

16 days ago

NY 7s: Fijiana 7s book semi final spot after 36-12 win over Great Britain

The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s side are through to the semi finals of the HSBC SVNS New York 7s after thumping Great Britain 36-12 in their last pool match this morning.Se

New York 7s Rugby-7s

16 days ago

Daveta hattrick puts Fiji to the semis, Fiji to face Australia at 4.28am tomorrow

Douglas Daveta scored a hat-trick to assist the Fiji Airways Men's National 7s side to defeat Spain 43-12 in their final pool match at the HSBC SVNS New York 7s this morn

Feature New-York-7s

16 days ago

$2.8M plan to expand rural water and sanitation projects across Fiji by Rotary Pacific Water

The Rotary Pacific Water for Life Foundation has announced an ambitious $2.8 million work plan for 2026 aimed at expanding rural water supply and sanitation infrastructur

Government The-Rotary-Pacific-Water-for-Life-Foundation

16 days ago

East Wing lift at CWM Hospital repaired; Lancaster and Children’s ward lifts expected by month-end

There is some relief as the essential lift in the East Wing of the CWM Hospital which is used to take patients to the operating theatres, the Intensive Care Unit and Acu

CWM-Hospital Feature

16 days ago

NY 7s: Black Ferns 7s beat Fijiana 31-10

The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s side lost to the New Zealand 31-10 in their second pool match at the HSBC SVNS New York 7s this morning.The Black Ferns proved too strong for

Feature New-York-7s

16 days ago

NY 7s: Fiji beat Great Britain 24-19 to keep Series title hopes alive

The Fiji Airways Men's National 7s side defeated Great Britain 24-19 in their second match to keep their World Sevens Series title hopes alive.Vuiviwa Naduvalo proved cru

Feature New-York-7s

16 days ago

Delaiwau scores in final minute to help Fijiana beat France 22-17 in NY 7s opener

The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s side opened their HSBC SVNS New York 7s campaign on a high note after defeating France 22-17 this morning.France got off to a strong start wit

Feature New York 7s Rugby-7s

16 days ago

NY 7s: Fiji goes down 31-12 to Argentina in opening match

The Fiji Airways Men’s National 7s side went down 31-12 to Argentina in their opening match of the HSBC SVNS New York 7s this morning.Argentina started strongly, scorin

New York 7s Rugby-7s

16 days ago

14/03/2026

Drua beat Brumbies 42-27 in historic win in Ba

The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua has beaten the Brumbies 42-27 in their historic game in Ba. The Brumbies kicked off the first half and the Fijian Drua conceded th

Feature Fijian-Drua Super-Rugby

17 days ago

Nasinu resident raises concern over daylight robberies in Manikoso settlement

A resident of Nasinu has raised concerns about daylight robberies occurring in the settlement, saying that homes are being broken into while owners are away.Manikoso resi

Robbery Youth

17 days ago

Flooding after Cyclone Urmil causes fruit and vegetable shortage in Ba Market

Ba market vendors are currently facing a shortage of fruits and vegetables following flooding caused by Tropical Cyclone Urmil.Ba Market Vendors Association President Lu

Community Flooding

17 days ago

Man charged for allegedly selling gun used in Virginia university shooting

A man has been charged for allegedly selling a gun to the suspect who opened fire at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, killing one person and injuring two oth

BBC News

17 days ago

Hundreds turn out early in Ba to watch Drua and Brumbies

Excitement is building at the Four R Stadium in Ba as hundreds of people have turned up as early as 10 this morning to be part of the inaugural and historic Shop N Save S

Feature Fijian-Drua Super-Rugby

17 days ago

Fijians in Middle East safe, Ministry continues to monitor situation

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade continues to monitor developments in the Middle East as the situation across the region evolves, and they can confirm t

Middle-East

17 days ago

Nadivakarua Women’s Group fish pond project aims to improve food security

Villagers of Nadivakarua in Kubulau, Bua, were assisted by the Ministry of Fisheries, Fiji Aquaculture team in the Northern Division, who recently worked together with t

Agriculture Community Fisheries-and-Forestry

17 days ago

Chaudhry calls for fuel tax cuts, freight subsidy review and fuel reserves audit

Fiji Labour Party leader Mahendra Chaudhry is urging the government to take immediate pre-emptive action to shield ordinary Fijians from the inevitable economic fallout o

FLP Fuel

17 days ago

President commissions 7-member Constitutional Review Commission

A seven-member Constitutional Review Commission was commissioned by President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu during a ceremony held at the State House.The issuance of the Pres

Constitutional-Review-Commission

17 days ago

Women in Fiji’s security forces celebrated for strengthening national security

Women serving in Fiji’s disciplined forces were recognised for their dedication, leadership and contribution to national security during the International Women’s Da

International Women's Day Police

17 days ago

University of Fiji calls for urgent update to Fiji’s telecommunications laws

Fiji’s telecommunications laws need urgent modernisation to keep pace with rapid technological changes and protect digital rights, according to a review submitted to go

UniFiji

17 days ago

13/03/2026

Ratu Meli Saubulinayau appointed as iTaukei Lands and Fisheries Commission Chairman

Ratu Meli Saubulinayau has been appointed as Chairman of the iTaukei Lands and Fisheries Commission.Ratu Meli hails from Tubou Village in Lakeba, Lau and he replaces Apim

iTaukei

18 days ago

Woman charged over death of two-year-old son

A woman charged in relation to the death of her two-year-old son has appeared before the Lautoka High Court.Vaseva Kabu faces one count of manslaughter.It is alleged tha

Court

18 days ago

FNU to move under Strategic Planning Ministry as FNU Amendment Bill passed

The Fiji National University will now move from the Ministry of Education to come under the Ministry of Strategic Planning, National Development and Statistics as the FNU

FNU-reassignment Parliament

18 days ago

All information gathered or shared surrounding death of Constable Racagi is being pursued - COMPOL

Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu is assuring members of the public that all information gathered or shared to investigators surrounding the death of Police Constable P

Crime Feature Police

18 days ago

Prof. Prasad defends Pacific Polytech budget as Usamate questions rushed chair termination

Government MP and former Finance Minister, Professor Biman Prasad stated that there is nothing illegal about the budget allocation to Pacific Polytech and what Opposition

Education Parliament

18 days ago

Plan to withdraw 3 Bills did not go ahead in Parliament

The government's plan to withdraw the Access to Information Bill, Code of Conduct Bill and Accountability and Transparency Commission Bill today did not go despite being

Government Parliament

18 days ago

Police receive complaint against Saukuru and Vakalalabure

Police have now received an official complaint of alleged misuse of funds involving the former Minister for Sports, Jese Saukuru and Fiji Sports Council Chief Executive O

Fiji-Sports-Council Police

18 days ago

Archbishop Chong says Police are not doing their job on the ground when it comes to drugs

The Head of the Catholic Church in Fiji, Archbishop Peter Loy Chong says Police are not effectively doing their job on the ground when it comes to dealing with drug

Drugs Feature Straight-Talk

18 days ago

Fiji to hold local government elections after 21-year gap in September

After 21 years, local government elections will be held again this year, allowing voters to elect their municipal representatives.Candidate registrations will open next m

FEO

18 days ago

Death penalty for drug manufacturing and 20% pay cut for MPs -Sharma

The introduction of the death penalty for deliberate drug manufacturing and a 20 percent reduction in MPs’ salaries has been proposed by Opposition MP Rinesh Sharma.Wh

Drugs HIV

18 days ago

TikToker to be sentenced next week for making derogatory comments against Tabuya

Tiktoker, Lui Vuibureta, also known as Xkon will be sentenced next Tuesday for making derogatory remarks against the Minister for Information, Lynda Tabuya during a TikTo

Court

18 days ago

Lawyer for constable Racagi's murder accused says his client charged based on circumstantial evidence

42-year-old Keni Salawai and 20-year-old Jope Seniloli have been further remanded in custody for the alleged murder of 24-year-old Police Constable Peniasi Racagi in Lami

Court Crime

18 days ago

Fiji Motorcyclists Association calls for transparent investigation after biker-bus incident

A full and transparent investigation has been called for by the Fiji Motorcyclists Association following a recent incident involving a motorcyclist and a bus.In a stateme

Accident

18 days ago

Govt intensifies national efforts to combat the illegal drug trade, PM embarrassed his own tikina is one of the worst offenders

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says the government has already intensified national efforts to combat the illegal drug trade through strengthened law enforcement operatio

Parliament

18 days ago

34-yr-old man charged with two counts of financial deception

A 34-year-old man will appear in the Labasa Magistrates Court today charged with two counts of obtaining financial advantage by deception.Police say the accused is allege

Police

18 days ago

Govt decides to withdraw Access to Information, Code of Conduct and Accountability and Transparency Bills

The government has decided to withdraw the Access to Information Bill, Code of Conduct Bill and Accountability and Transparency Commission Bill.This has been listed as a

Feature Government

18 days ago

Fiji could soon have 9,000 people living with HIV - Ravunawa

Assistant Minister for Health Penioni Ravunawa revealed that Fiji is currently facing a HIV pandemic, and if current trends continue, projections indicate that Fiji could

Health HIV Parliament

18 days ago

I do not need to meet former FNU Council Chair Semesa Karavaki - Rabuka

I do not need to meet with former FNU Council Chair Semesa Karavaki because everything has moved on from where we were when he wanted to meet.This was confirmed to fijivi

FNU FNU-reassignment

18 days ago

11-year-old arrested, faces charges in murder of 5-year-old brother

An 11-year-old boy has been taken into custody and is facing a first-degree murder charge in the death of his 5-year-old brother in Centennial, Colorado, investigators an

abc-news

18 days ago

CFL Foundation charity walk on March 28th to raise funds to assist children living with cancer in Fiji

The Communications Fiji Ltd Foundation is embarking on a charity walk from Nausori to Suva, at 8am on the 28th of this month. This charity walk will aim to raise importa

CFL Feature

18 days ago

Debate on FNU Amendment Bill today, FNU to move from Education Ministry to Strategic Planning Ministry

The Parliament will debate the Fiji National Amendment Bill tomorrow, which seeks to reassign the university from the Ministry of Education to the Ministry of Strategic

FNU-reassignment Parliament

18 days ago

FNU cooperates with police following recent drug-related investigation at Samabula Campus

The Fiji National University says it remains committed to maintaining a drug-free learning environment following a recent police investigation at its Derrick Campus in Sa

Drugs FNU

18 days ago

Decision to appeal Malimali ruling was mine - Rabuka

Prime Minister says he as "Sitiveni Rabuka" decided to appeal the ruling by High Court Judge Dane Tuiqereqere that found the dismissal of Barbara Malimali as Fiji Indepen

COI JSC

18 days ago

12/03/2026

Govt targets 50% reduction in travel time on major corridors - Tuinaceva

Traffic conditions are expected to improve along the Suva–Nausori, Lami–Suva and Nadi–Lautoka corridor, with plans underway to reduce travel time by up to 50 percen

Parliament Roads Traffic Transportation

19 days ago

High Court orders release of COI transcripts in Malimali judicial review case

The Office of the Attorney General has been directed by the High Court to make audio recordings and transcripts of the Commission of Inquiry into Barbara Malimali's appoi

COI

19 days ago

Lift breaks down in CWM East Wing, patients cannot be taken to ICU or Acute Wards after surgeries

There is a highly concerning situation at the CWM Hospital as the only operational lift in the East Wing which is used to take patients to the operating theatres, the Int

CWM-Hospital Feature Health

19 days ago

Watch Archbishop Peter Loy Chong, Reverend Manasa Kolivuso and Esita Vuki speak on drugs and HIV on fijivillage Straight Talk.

Watch the second episode of fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan as he has an indepth conversation with Fiji Council of Churches President and Head of the Catholi

Straight-Talk

19 days ago

State to file mistrial application tomorrow in Health Tender trial

The State will file a mistrial application tomorrow, saying the court has been giving special treatment to defence lawyer Wylie Clarke in the Health Tender trial involvin

Court Feature

19 days ago

Ruling for Lateef and Moore deferred to April 23rd

The ruling for former Suva lawyer Shazran Lateef and Zoe Maharaj Moore has been deferred and will now be delivered on the 23rd of April. The ruling was initially schedul

Court Crime

19 days ago

What is the Govt and FICAC doing in relation to issues raised regarding FNU - Karavaki

The former Chair of the Fiji National University Council Semesa Karavaki has today stressed that the government and FICAC need to urgently come out publicly, and confirm

Feature FNU

19 days ago

Naupoto assures passport stock

Minister for Immigration Viliame Naupoto has assured people that there is sufficient stock of passports available as the Ministry received a new batch of 45,000 blank pas

Immigration Parliament

19 days ago

Singh says current government should not be blamed for rising cost of living

Minister for Public Enterprises and Multi-Ethnic Affairs, Culture, Heritage and Arts Charan Jeath Singh says the current government should not be blamed for the rising co

Government Parliament

19 days ago

From backyard garden to airline supply for Nadi herb farmer

Memories of gardening with her grandmother and the quiet pause brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic inspired farmer Elizabeth Grace to trade a career in finance for life o

Agriculture Women-Empowerment

19 days ago

Ruling on release of COI transcripts today

High Court Judge, Justice Dane Tuiqereqere will decide today on whether the Office of the Attorney General will release the full transcripts of the Commission of Inquiry

COI

19 days ago

Court to decide on admissibility of email evidence in Health Tender trial

The court will hear arguments from former Health Minister Dr Neil Sharma’s lawyer, Wylie Clarke and Assistant Director of Public Prosecutions Laisani Tabuakuro on wheth

Bainimarama-Sayed-Khaiyum-Sharma-Health-Tender-case Court Feature

19 days ago

11/03/2026

PM appeals Malimali ruling and wants Rokoika to stay as Acting FICAC Commissioner

Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka has decided to appeal High Court Judge, Justice Dane Tuiqereqere's ruling that the dismissal of Barbara Malimali as FICAC Commissioner was

COI Feature FICAC

20 days ago

Judge warns the State over possible perjury with their witness in Health Tender trial

Suva High Court Judge Justice Usaia Ratuvili has reminded the State in the Health Tender trial of Voreqe Bainimarama, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and Dr Neil Sharma that its witn

Court Crime

20 days ago

$6.9M paid in compensation for 590 workplace and school accident cases since June 2024

More than $6.9 million has been paid out to 590 victims of workplace and school accidents since June 2024, highlighting the scale of injuries affecting Fijian workers and

Employment Parliament

20 days ago

UniFiji urging for more creative solutions to numeracy crisis in Fiji

The University of Fiji is urging for a more creative solution to the numeracy crisis in Fiji.They say that major and radical attitudes towards the numeracy crisis in Fiji

Education UniFiji

20 days ago

Fiji has fuel supply until at least end of the month if supply stops today

Should fuel supply halt today due to the ongoing war in the Middle East, Fiji has enough supply for at least until the end of the month but should it halt in a month, we

FCCC Feature Fuel

20 days ago

Parliament passes motion to increase Govt guarantee limit from $190M to $220M

Parliament has unanimously passed a motion to increase the Government guarantee limit for the Fiji Development Bank borrowings from $190 million to $220 million for the p

Finance Government Parliament

20 days ago

Vadravadra Cooperative receives new equipment expanding cooperative store

Tears rolled down Niumaia Rayawa’s face as he stepped forward before his fellow villagers to receive a new fiberglass boat, saying that the new equipment represents the

Development Government

20 days ago

13-year-old Prasad returns home after life changing eye surgery in India

13-year-old Giya Geetanglie Prasad has returned home to Fiji with renewed hope after successfully undergoing life changing eye surgery in India made possible through a $5

Kontiki-Finance

20 days ago

Judge to hear the issue today regarding the application to release COI transcripts

The hearing on whether the Office of the Attorney General will release the full transcripts of the Commission of Inquiry into the appointment of Barbara Malimali as FICAC

COI

20 days ago

Shameem calls for redesign of system to ensure safer future for women and girls

It is time to redesign a system that has failed women and was deliberately established to flourish in fear and inequality, and instead re-imagine a calm, safe and secure

UniFiji Women-Empowerment

20 days ago

Bala calls for faster TC Urmil assessments, stall fee waiver and proposes national unity govt

Opposition MP Parveen Bala is calling on the government to fast-track TC Urmil assessment process so that the food ration can be distributed to the flood victims and to a

Flooding Government

20 days ago

ADB approves $50M loan for major transformation of Fiji’s health system

The Asian Development Bank has approved a $50 million concessional loan to support a major transformation of Fiji’s health system, strengthening primary care, modernizi

CWM-Hospital Health

20 days ago

Ravu says legal battle tested his reputation

After being acquitted of abuse of office earlier this year, Government backbencher Kalaveti Ravu told Parliament that the legal battle tested his reputation but streng

Government

20 days ago

Katarina Baleisuva wins top honours at National Women in Agriculture Awards

56-year-old farmer Katarina Senabu Baleisuva has won two major awards at the National Women in Agriculture Awards Night 2026, including Women Overall Farmer of the Year a

Agriculture Women-Empowerment

20 days ago

Informal settlements need infrastructure, not just leases - Opposition MP Virendra Lal

Issuing long-term development leases alone will not solve Fiji’s housing challenges if people living in informal settlements continue to lack basic services such as dra

Development Housing Parliament

20 days ago

FCCC warns against panic buying and fuel hoarding

The FCCC is warning individuals and businesses against panic buying and hoarding fuel as supply due to the war in the Middle East remains volatile. They say hoarding can

FCCC Fuel

20 days ago

10/03/2026

Biker in hospital following accident with bus in Kinoya

A man riding a motorbike has been rushed to the CWM Hospital following an accident involving a bus at the Velau Drive junction in Kinoya on Kings Highway tonight. Police

Accident Police

20 days ago

More affordable homes to be constructed by PRB and Housing Authority - Nalumisa

More homes that are affordable for low and middle-income households are expected to be built in the country as Minister for Local Government and Housing Maciu Nalumisa co

Housing Parliament

20 days ago

Questions raised on when the Children's Hospital at CWM will have a functioning lift

When will the Children's Hospital at the CWM Hospital in Suva have a functioning lift?This question has been raised numerous times as the hospital has not had a functioni

Feature Health

21 days ago

Former AG had sworn when we briefed him on the health tender investigation - Wakanivesi

Former FICAC investigator Alifereti Wakanivesi revealed in the Health Tender trial today that the then Attorney General, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum had stopped FICAC investigat

Bainimarama-Sayed-Khaiyum-Sharma-Health-Tender-case

21 days ago

Ketan Lal calls for 9% VAT, removing fuel tax and opening nightclubs until 5am

Opposition MP Ketan Lal is urging the Government to reduce VAT to 9 percent and also remove 20c tax on fuel as the war in the Middle East will have great impact on the li

Parliament

21 days ago

Father charged with daughter’s murder

A 25-year-old man has been charged with the murder of his daughter.The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions says the incident occurred while the man was beating

Court Crime

21 days ago

Fiji plans new maritime police bases to combat drug trafficking - Acting AG Siromi Turaga

The Government is seeking support from international partners to establish police maritime forward bases in Lakeba, Savusavu, Denarau and Levuka, along with the acquisiti

Drugs Government Parliament

21 days ago

59 babies born with HIV last year - Dr Lalabalavu

About 59 babies were born with HIV last year, in comparison to 31 babies in 2024.Minister for Health Doctor Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu explains that when HIV is rising in ant

HIV

21 days ago

Vacant Lautoka house destroyed in early morning fire

A vacant house in Tavakubu Back Road, Lautoka, was destroyed by fire early yesterday morning, with authorities suspecting the blaze may have been caused by the burning of

Fire NFA

21 days ago

Trial for QVS Club House arson case in July

The man who allegedly set fire to the QVS Club House in Suva in June last year will have his trial from the 17th to the 18th of July, 2026.Nigel Yogesh Singh appeared

Court

21 days ago

More than 1,000 applications received for community development grants

More than 1,000 applications have been received this year for the Multi-Ethnic Affairs Grant Programme, which supports community projects across Fiji.This was highlighted

Government

21 days ago

National Quality Policy aims to improve standards and consumer trust

Fiji is working to strengthen its quality systems through consultations with industries on the National Quality Policy, aimed at improving standards, protecting consumers

Consultation

21 days ago

Bainimarama's reason to approve health tender was sought - former FICAC investigator

Former FICAC investigator Alifereti Wakanivesi has told the High Court in the Health Tender trial that they sought former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama's reason for a

Bainimarama-Sayed-Khaiyum-Sharma-Health-Tender-case Court Health

21 days ago

Fijian nationals urged to avoid travelling to Middle East

Fijians are strongly advised to avoid all travel to, or transit through, the Middle East at this time. This includes the countries of Bahrain, United Arab Emirates (UAE),

Immigration

21 days ago

Machine shortage delaying Nadi flood alleviation project

A shortage of machinery is contributing to delays in efforts aimed at addressing flooding issues in Nadi, according to Dr Andrew Tukana, Permanent Secretary for Agricultu

Agriculture Flooding Nadi-Alleviation-Project

21 days ago

Opposition will oppose any Constitution amendments if it benefits a few - Koroilavesau

Opposition MP Semi Koroilavesau says the Opposition is willing to support amendments to the Constitution of Fiji if the proposed changes genuinely strengthen democracy an

Constitution-Review-Committee Consultation Parliament

21 days ago

Navua woman turns pandemic setback into thriving poultry farm

What began as a difficult moment during the COVID-19 pandemic has turned into a story of resilience and determination for a woman farmer from Navua who rebuilt her liveli

Agriculture Women-Empowerment

21 days ago

Trial date for Thakor Punja to be set next Friday

The trial date for Thakor Punja will be set next Friday by the Suva Magistrates Court.Punja is charged with one count each of unlawful possession of 0.84 grams of methamp

Court Crime Drugs

21 days ago

Over 108,000 Fijians receive support through four social protection programmes-Kiran

More than 108,000 Fijians receive assistance through four major social protection programmes. Minister for Social Protection, Sashi Kiran, highlighted in Parliament that

Social-Welfare

21 days ago

Judge orders Charles Laxton Sundar to be taken to St Giles tomorrow

Suva High Court Judge Justice Usaia Ratuvili has ordered murder accused Charles Laxton Sundar to be taken to the St Giles Hospital for psychiatric evaluation. Sundar is

Court

21 days ago

Cost of living still high despite VAT reduction, says Premila Kumar

In 2023, the Government increased Value Added Tax from 9 percent to 15 percent, triggering widespread increases in prices.Although VAT was later reduced to 12.5 percent,

Parliament VAT

21 days ago

Woman drowns in Navilawa River, search continues for husband

A woman in her 20s has lost her life in an alleged drowning case, while the search continues for her husband who was swept away in the Navilawa River in Sabeto, Nadi. Po

Drowning Police

21 days ago

Man charged for making false claims against Nausori Police Officers

A 50-year-old man has been charged for making false claims against the Nausori Police and will front the Nausori Magistrates Court today.He has been charged with one coun

Court Crime Police

21 days ago

No complaint filed with Police regarding Sports Council, Board seeks legal opinion on PM directive to suspend CEO

There is no Police investigation underway into the serious issues raised against the Fiji Sports Council CEO, Ratu Gilbert Vakalalabure and Manager Operations, Litia Sen

Feature Sports-Council

21 days ago

NDMO compiling report flood affected areas - Bulitavu

Minister for Disaster Management Mosese Bulitavu says the National Disaster Management Office is compiling a report on the impact of Tropical Cyclone Urmil, and based on

TC-Urmil

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I didn’t continue with the Health Tender investigation because I respected Sayed-Khaiyum’s words - Langman

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Pay teachers well and they will not resign - Hem Chand

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