Cabinet approves review of Fiji’s mahogany industry
Cabinet has approved the review of Fiji’s mahogany industry by an inter-Ministry Taskforce, with the inclusion of key private sector stakeholders and professionals
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Cabinet approves review of National Housing Policy
During the latest Cabinet meeting Cabinet has approved the review of the National Housing Policy issued in 2011. Cabinet says the first phase of consultation will f
Citizens under social welfare, free medicine, and kidney dialysis will now be seen under the Free Health Scheme from Monday
Fiji citizens under the Social Welfare, Free Medicine, and Kidney Dialysis Scheme will now be seen under the Public Private Partnership, Free Health Scheme effective from
Police can only fingerprint and photograph those charged with imprisonable offences - Human Rights Commission Chair
The Police are only entitled to fingerprint and photograph a person who has been charged with an offence which is punishable by imprisonment. This has been highlighted
Ro Filipe calls for collaboration to improve water services as $8.5B investment is needed
The Ministry for Public Works is calling on every individual, stakeholder, and donor to work together to improve water services, not only in urban areas but in all commun
Health Ministry instituting nationwide recall of the sale of “Hot and Tasty” branded peanuts
The Ministry of Health is instituting a nationwide recall of “Hot and Tasty†brand Peanuts (150g) after receiving an alert from the International Food Safety
Pig waste assistance program provides relief to 69-year-old resident of Tagitagi, Tavua
It was an emotional day for Saroni Farm in Tagitagi, Tavua as they witnessed the production of cooking gas at home, the impact of turning waste into renewable energy.
Rabuka reminds civil servants of the essential role they play
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has conveyed his respect and gratitude for the dedicated civil servants of Taveuni, stressing the essential role they play. While on his
$300M for construction of 22 bridges and 80km of road - Rabuka
The $300 million flagship project under China's Global Development Initiative will see the construction of 22 bridges, benefitting 61 villages and 15 schools. While en
DPM wants FNU Namaka to be centre for Civil Aviation regionally
Deputy Prime Minister, Minister for Tourism, Civil Aviation and Education, Viliame Gavoka has assured his support to growing the aviation industry in Fiji, particularly w
Korovisilou Villagers grateful to Vocational Centre
The villagers of Korovisilou in Serua are grateful to the government for establishing a vocational centre, Ratu Latianara Vocational Centre, close to their village, which
Yavusa Navakavu gains unanimous support for Blue Economic Zone cabinet paper following successful workshop
The Navakavu Blue Economic Zone cabinet paper received unanimous support that is envisioned to foster economic growth, alleviate poverty, and preserve the region's natura
PM on 3-day visit to the north
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka is in Vanua Levu today and will be engaged in a three-day visit to the north. Accompanying Rabuka this morning is the Chinese Ambassador
Maritino Nemani appointed as interim chair of ACCF
The Permanent Secretary Employment, Productivity and Industrial Relations, Maritino Nemani has been appointed as the interim Chairperson of the Accident Compensation Comm
Sangam convention depicts unity, sacrifice and love for the organisation - Prof. Prasad
The Sangam convention is one of the largest gatherings we see in Fiji which depicts its testimony, unity, sacrifice and the love of the organisation that people have.
Rabuka advocates for active living
As we look forward to World Health Day, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says a day exercise shouldn't be restricted by age, it should be part of our lifestyle and we shoul
PM acknowledges young heroes' efforts to keep Churchill Park clean
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka has acknowledged the efforts of two young boys who showed their care towards the environment by picking up rubbish at Churchill Park in La
In a world of conflicts, Easter teaches us to build a future of harmony - PM
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says in a world where there is often conflict and trouble, Easter teaches us to go beyond our disagreements and accept that we are all huma
Villagers on Moce Island asks the Govt to upgrade govt services to cater for the increasing population
Islanders in the Lau Group have requested that Government services offered in their communities be upgraded to accommodate the increasing population. This was highligh
HMS Tamar helping Fiji curb drug trade and illegal fishing in our waters
HMS Tamar, a British Royal Navy vessel permanently based in the Pacific, is currently in the country helping the government curb illicit drug trade in our waters. The
Easter encapsulate the essence of hope, redemption, and the triumph of light over darkness- Gavoka
Deputy Prime Minister, Minister for Education, Tourism and Civil Aviation, Viliame Gavoka, says Good Friday and Easter encapsulates the essence of hope, redemption, and t