Telecom Fiji upgrading transmission towers to improve connectivity in Taveuni
Upgrading works are currently being conducted at Telecom Fiji's transmission tower at DV Peak in Taveuni to improve network connectivity, after residents raised concer
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Vodafone Fiji to build new mobile tower in Qila as it works to improve Taveuni coverage
Following concerns raised by Taveuni residents and the business community regarding poor network connectivity, Vodafone Fiji says it is continuing to monitor and improve
Thousands of Taveuni students to be affected as bus company plans to stop services
Thousands of students across Taveuni could face disruptions to their exams and classes after a local bus company informed schools that it will suspend student bus service
Taveuni businessman calls for action on long-standing mobile network issues
A Taveuni businessman is calling for improvements to mobile network services on the island, saying poor connectivity has affected businesses and residents for the past fi
Fuel supply returns to normal in Taveuni as shipping resumes
The fuel shortage in Taveuni has eased following the resumption of shipping services to the island.Speaking to fijivillage News, Suncity Supermarket owner Rohil Chaudhari
Qila residents finally get road repairs after years of poor conditions
Following serious concerns raised by residents over poor road condition and the challenges it is creating for farmers, drivers and school children, the Fiji Roads Authori
Mother of five turns to market vending as living costs climb
Rising living costs have prompted a 40-year-old mother of five from Tailevu to return to work, this time as a market vendor, to help support her family's finances.Mereti
Rising transport costs add pressure on Naitasiri kai seller
A kai (mussel) seller from Nacokaika in Naitasiri says rising fuel and transport costs are making it harder for her to come to Suva to sell at the market.Elenoa Daveta
St John’s College seeks help to repair damaged hostel stove
One of Ovalau's oldest boarding schools is calling on former students and the wider community for help after a damaged hostel stove has forced students to cook using fire
Almost a decade without commercial flights: Ovalau pushes for Bureta Airstrip revival
The lack of commercial flights to Ovalau for nearly a decade has renewed calls for the reopening of Bureta Airstrip, with residents warning that its continued closure is
Relief for Ovalau residents as Sinu-i-Wasa Tolu dismantling starts
The dismantling of the derelict passenger vessel Sinu-i-Wasa Tolu, which has been grounded at Toki on Ovalau since 2016, has begun, according to its owner, businessman Be
Lami residents question whether National Budget measures will ease cost of living
A taxi driver and a saleswoman from Lami have shared mixed views on the 2026/2027 National Budget, saying while some measures are welcomed, many people are still struggli
Lautoka residents call on Government to ease cost-of-living pressure
Relief from rising fuel and food prices is among the key measures Lautoka residents want the Government to prioritise in the 2026–2027 National Budget next week.Sp
Nadroga/Navosa businesses face water supply issues, flooding, crime and rising fuel costs
Businesses in the Nadroga/Navosa area are grappling with ongoing water supply disruptions, flooding, crime concerns, and rising fuel and gas prices, all of which continue
Kadavu villagers to undergo boat master training following recent maritime tragedies
Recent maritime casualties in the past few weeks have raised serious concerns, highlighting the need for improved maritime safety and skills training in coastal communiti
Taveuni villagers step in to help students after repeated yaqona thefts
Farmers in Taveuni continue to battle yaqona and dalo theft, as villagers say years of hard work can be wiped out overnight, affecting livelihoods and the future of young
Carrier fares increase in Labasa following fuel price hike
Carrier transport fares in Labasa have increased following the latest fuel price hike, with drivers saying they are struggling to cope with rising operating costs.Speakin
Farmers in Seaqaqa call for higher cane price and fuel subsidy
Sugarcane farmers in Seaqaqa are calling on the Government and the Fiji Sugar Corporation to increase the guaranteed cane price, raise delivery payments and provide fuel
Backyard farming can help ease cost of living pressures - market vendor
As food prices continue to rise, a Nausori market vendor is encouraging families to start backyard gardens, saying even a small supply of home-grown vegetables can help e
Counselling comes before police action - Nabua Muslim League Settlement Zone 1 Chair Tamanitoakula
As concerns over drugs and criminal activity continue to affect parts of the Nabua Muslim League Settlement, community leaders say they are taking a proactive approach by
Fiji Taxi Association calls for fare increase amid rising fuel costs
The Fiji Taxi Association is calling for a fare increase, saying rising fuel prices and the growing number of illegal operators are putting significant financial pressure