Parliament to elect Fiji’s President on Thursday 31st Oct, 2024
The appointment of the President of Fiji will be made in the next Parliament sitting which will be on the 31st of October, 2024. This has been confirmed by the Busines
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Concerns raised over proposed amendments to ERA that could lead to job losses and business closures
Serious concerns are being raised in the manner in which processes for amendments to the Employment Relations Act are being undertaken and that the changes could lead to
Fiji Cancer Society urges early breast exams as some women are too shy or scared
The earlier people come to get their breast examined, the faster they can be treated and there are more chances for successful treatment and survival. This has been hi
RFNS Puamau to be decommissioned - Tikoduadua
The $18 million RFNS Puamau, which suffered extensive damage after running aground on a reef in Fulaga in June, will not be brought back online. Minister for Home Affa
Meth allegedly found in a Vunidawa school
White substances believed to be methamphetamine were found on a school compound in Vunidawa, Naitasiri. Assistant Commissioner of Police Operations Livai Driu says arr
Late presentation of diabetic foot cases and reliance on traditional remedies is a challenge for Diabetes Fiji
The late presentation of cases of diabetic foot complications, often due to the initial reliance on traditional remedies is a major challenge for Diabetes Fiji who are co
2-year-old girl in hospital after alleged domestic violence incident
A 2-year-old girl is receiving medical treatment at the Navua Hospital after allegedly sustaining injuries following a domestic violence incident. Assistant Commission
Thousands gather at Subrail Park to celebrate Fiji Day with unity and pride
Subrail Park in Labasa was covered in a sea of blue and white as thousands of Fijians showed their Fijian spirit by turning up to celebrate the country’s 54th Inde
We need to clean the wounds and allow it to heal – Ratu Wiliame
There is power in healing and forgiveness, and we need to clean the wounds and allow them to heal properly. With this year’s Fiji Day theme, “To Heal and
We will look at price control and opening up of import of whole chickens if this continues – Prof. Prasad
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad says it is disappointing that the exorbitant increase in the price of whole bird chicken is happeni
FCCC investigates price increases of chicken
The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission has initiated an investigation into reports of price increases and supply shortages for whole bird chicken in some retail s
Families urged to reconnect as neglecting the elderly leads to emotional decline - Poor Relief Society President
Families are being urged to stay connected with their older relatives as neglecting elderly parents can lead them to lose hope and their will to live. This has been hi
Decision to suspend will come from JSC - PM
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says the decision to suspend any public office holders will have to come from the Judicial Services Commission because it involves some of
Complaint filed regarding photo of Turaga, Malimali and Rabuku at a function
A complaint has been filed with the Chair of the Judicial Services Commission, Acting Chief Justice Salesi Temo regarding a photo published by the Ministry of Justice sho
Historic move as UniFiji to move into Levuka
A historic agreement is expected to be signed today between Levuka Town Council and the University of Fiji. The signing will take place at Fiji’s old capital, L
We receive reports daily that children Under 18 are dealing drugs – Tabuya
More needs to be done to protect our children and youth from the dangers of using drugs so they can live productive lives after the Minister for Women, Children and Socia
TLTB identifies 42 informal settlements for development
The iTaukei Land Trust Board has identified 42 informal settlements for development of which 5 percent (2 sites - Ledrusasa Subdivision in Nadi and Waidamudamu in the Ce
Quality of sexual health curriculum for high school students has to be strengthened
The content and quality of sexual and reproductive health curriculum for high school students should be strengthened and the delivery of this curriculum ensured. This
Acting COMPOL directs investigation after Police vehicle overturns at Saweni Junction
Acting Commissioner of Police Juki Fong Chew has directed a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding a police vehicle accident in Saweni this morning.
People concerned about drastic increase in chicken prices
People have expressed serious concerns about some supermarkets blatantly increasing the price of certain food items like Crest and Rooster chicken. Calls are being mad
Man and woman charged for allegedly neglecting to take 1-year 6-month-old sick daughter to a medical facility
A 26-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman have been charged with manslaughter arising from breach of duty for neglecting to take their 1-year 6-month-old sick daughter to