Vosarogo speaks out against taxi driver attack and robbery
I'm concerned by the disturbing video circulating on social media showing a taxi driver being attacked and robbed while driving.Those are the comments of Minister for Lan
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Government urges tourism industry to implement 5% Tourism Services Tax and stop delaying tactics
The government is concerned by the continued delaying tactics by the Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (FHTA), and a small number of industry players over the implementa
New borehole ends generations of water struggles for Yasiyasi community
Years of struggling to access a reliable water supply are easing for the Yasiyasi community in Nadi following the completion of a new borehole, which is now providing cle
PM's lawyer says PM and President not legally responsible for curing procedural defects of COI prior to publication
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka's lawyer, Simione Valenitabua stresses that they maintain the procedural obligations of an independent inquiry; including the affording of
Conjoined twins mother hopeful her babies will live a normal life after surgery
The mother of conjoined twins, Akeneta Rokobati Tacaqe says she is very happy and excited knowing her babies will be able to live a normal life after the life-changing su
Korotasere brothers sow seeds of success through farming
For brothers Lui Teraka and Taniela Saukatamani, farming is more than a job, it is a way of creating a better future for themselves and their family.The two young farmers
U.S citizen accused of US$165M Ponzi scheme was living in a luxury island home in Fiji
The U.S citizen, Edward Zimbardi accused of running an alleged Ponzi scheme worth more than US$165 million, who was deported from Fiji to the United States to face federa
Why isn't Growers Fund doing more to help cane farmers - Kumar
Opposition MP Premila Kumar is questioning why the Fiji Development Bank has more than $34 million in loans to sugar cane farmers, saying the Sugar Cane Growers Fund was
Prof. Prasad calls on Fiji Airways to reconsider food cost-cutting measures
Fiji Airways’ decision to cut costs on food and catering rather than reduce its flight capacity was highlighted in Parliament, with former Deputy Prime Minister Pr
Fiji opens first adolescent drug recovery centre in Lautoka
Fiji’s first structured residential drug recovery programme specifically for teenage boys has opened in Lautoka, as concerns grow over alcohol and illicit drug use
Littering fine to increase from $40 to $200 from September 1st
People caught littering in the country will face a $200 fine from 1st September, following Cabinet’s approval of changes to the litter regulations.This will increa
Cabinet approves proposed Electoral Act amendments to improve accessibility
Cabinet has approved proposed amendments to the Electoral Act 2014 aimed at making voting participation in Fiji more inclusive, accessible and transparent.The proposed ch
ISA solar project makes vaccination services more accessible for mothers in Beqa
Mothers in Beqa will no longer have to travel to the mainland in the evening or wait until the following day for vaccination services, after the installation of solar pow
Tabuya says she supports $8 living wage as an objective but we must have a proper review process
I absolutely support the principle of an $8 per hour living wage and the goal of ensuring that Fijian workers earn enough to meet the rising cost of living. At the sam
Stronger action needed to ensure no child is left behind - Kiran
If there is a child who needs help, we need to find a way to help that child. We cannot simply leave the problem because it is difficult.This is the message from Minister
The late Momo na Tui Vuda will be remembered for his humility, kindness and service to his people - Ratu Naiqama
President, Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu, led a State delegation and members of the Vanua o Cakaudrove to the ireguregu for the late Momo na Tui Vuda, Ratu Eparama Kitione Tava
Turaga presenting update to cabinet on Constitutional Bill and planned referendum
Acting Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Siromi Turaga says the Government remains committed to tabling the Constitutional Bill in Parliament before Fiji moves to
Government yet to name substantive Attorney-General, PM says Hemendra Nagin not considered yet
The Government is yet to identify a substantive Attorney-General, with the search continuing for someone who can manage the workload of the position, while Hemendra Nagin
Around 100 people with disabilities in Tailevu to receive mobility equipment
Around 100 people living with disabilities in Tailevu are set to benefit from new mobility equipment in a major boost to their independence and daily lives.The support wi
New $1M Bua bridge to make life easier for residents
Families in Bua are expected to have safer and easier access to schools, healthcare and other essential services following the opening of the new Bua Suspension Bridge.Pr
Japan's FJ$1.6 million equipment boost strengthens Fiji's oil spill response
Japan has handed over $1.6 million worth of specialised oil spill response equipment to the Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji, boosting the country's ability to respond q