New portable sawmill expected to boost jobs and economic growth in Lakeba
Lakeba villages and communities across the Lau Group are expected to benefit from new economic opportunities following the handover of a portable sawmill worth $60,000 to
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230 teachers to receive Brighter Minds training this year
About 230 teachers from schools across Viti Levu are expected to receive training this year through the Kimaya Brighter Minds program, with around 3,000 students set to b
Yavu Collective to open 3 new hotels, create over 600 jobs and add 370 rooms in next 9 months
Fiji’s tourism sector has received a significant boost as the Yavu Collective will be opening three new hotels in Nadi in the next 9 months, giving jobs to more th
Grace Road development's Traffic Impact Assessment was not fulfilled - FRA
The Fiji Roads Authority says it had conditioned the proposed Grace Road development along Princes Road in Tamavua to undertake and obtain approval of a Traffic Impact As
Concerns raised over disparities in development grant allocations from Office of the PM
Concerns have been raised that some communities may be missing out on development assistance, as figures show major differences in the number and value of projects approv
Tukana supports Grace Road development at Princes Road while Compain says success in business does not place anyone above the law
People are now openly supporting or going against Grace Road's developments along Princes Road in Tamavua.Sole Fintech Founder and Chairman, Semi Tukana has stated on his
New evacuation centre brings safer shelter to Naduri Village
Residents of Naduri Village in Macuata will no longer need to travel outside their community to seek shelter during cyclones and other emergencies following the completio
Residents fear Ratu Sukuna Road upgrade could lead to more speeding
Residents living along Ratu Sukuna Road have raised concerns over speeding, traffic safety, parking, drainage and bicycle lanes during a public consultation on the propos
Fiji-Israel strengthens ties as development in agriculture, water, energy, and the technology sector expected
Fijians can expect development in agriculture, water, energy, and the technology sector following a bilateral agreement signing between Fiji and Israel.Speaking in a join
Ba Town faces accommodation challenge amid lack of hotels - Ba Businessman
Accommodation remains a major issue for Ba Town as they don't have any major hotels, and concerns have been raised about its capacity to host visitors.This has been highl
Varoko gas-fired crematorium project reaches key milestone
Access to dignified and environmentally sustainable cremation services is set to improve in Ba, with the Varoko gas-fired crematorium project reaching a key milestone thr
Learn to say no when you cannot afford to give money - Lomaiviti Provincial Council Chair Vadei
Learn to say no when people ask for money if you cannot afford it.That was one of the key messages delivered to the people of the Lomaiviti Group by the Lomaiviti Provinc
Ro Filipe says planning and staffing gaps slowing infrastructure projects in Fiji
Delays in addressing deteriorating road access in some communities have been linked to staffing shortages, planning gaps and coordination issues.This has been highlighted
New walkway brings safer school access for Wailotua community
Students and teachers of Wailotua District School in Wainibuka, Tailevu, now have safer and easier access to their school following the handover of a new walkway by the M
Fiji taking cautious and science-driven approach to deep sea mining - Vosarogo
Fiji is taking a cautious and science-driven approach to deep sea mining as international rules governing the sector continue to be developed.This was highlighted by the
Mataqali Laselase Quarry commissioning boosts indigenous-led development, jobs and scholarships in Rewa
The commissioning of the Mataqali Laselase Quarry at Nabaka Village in Rewa marks a major milestone for the people of Navakavu and a significant step in indigenous-led ec
Ba Town Council aims to develop Ba into major sports hub
Ba Town Council's vision is to develop Ba into one of Fiji’s leading sports hubs and they are working with sporting organizations to bring as many sporting e
Government breaks ground on $226,965 Nasau park pavilion upgrade
Government is moving ahead with plans to strengthen sports and community infrastructure in Ovalau, with the groundbreaking ceremony for the upgrade of the historic Nasau
Uluinakubou urges youths to leave drugs and return to farming
A yaqona farmer from Nadogo in Vanua Levu is calling on youths involved in drugs to return to their villages and take up farming as a better way to earn a living.While sp
Tutu Rural Training Centre continues changing lives through skills and sustainable training
Tutu Rural Training Centre continues to be recognised for its long-standing work in transforming the lives of young people through practical skills training, sustainable
Up to 50,000 families to benefit from Waila housing project
Up to 50,000 families are expected to benefit from a major mixed-use housing development planned for Waila in Nausori, as efforts ramp up to address Fiji’s growing