New fuel prices amended
The government has amended the new prices of fuel and LPG gas which were announced yesterday by the Minister for Industry, Trade and Tourism Faiyaz Koya. The price of unleaded fuel will now drop from $1.90 to $1.67
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Fiji 7s team makes a special appearance at Singapore Changi Airport
Singapore here we come. Fresh from the excitement and victory at the Hong Kong 7s last week, the Vodafone Fiji 7s team made a special appearance at Singapore Changi Airport earlier today, ahead of the Singapore leg
No Ratu or Adi names should be used in court - Justice Temo
A commoner and a Ratu or Adi are the same in a court of law. The words Ratu and Adi should be left outside the courthouse. That’s High Court Judge Justice Salesi Temo’s comment to the Director of P
Mother confesses to murdering 15-month-old daughter
The mother of 15‑month‑old Sanaya Sahib whose body was found in a creek West of Melbourne has confessed to her murder. Victoria Police confirmed Sofina Nikat who is 22-years-old and has links to Fiji has been c
Fiji Airways records massive profit
Fiji’s international airline, Fiji Airways has announced a record profit of $70.2 million for 2015 compared to $60.8 million for the previous year. While making the announcement, Attorney General Aiyaz Say
Toddler treated by paramedics a week before she was found in a Melbourne creek
Murdered Melbourne girl, Sanaya Sahib was treated by paramedics at her home one week before her body was found in a creek. The toddler's mother has links to Fiji. Habib Ali confirmed to
Police investigate 21yr-old mother
Police are now investigating a 21-year-old mother who allegedly left her 8-month-old baby boy at the Borete Street rubbish dump in Nadawa on Sunday night. A woman and her husband found the baby after they heard him
Violence against women and children a very serious issue - Police Commissioner
“I cringe every time there is a report about violence against women and children.” That’s the statement made by Police Commissioner Brigadier General Sitiveni Qiliho while speaking during the open
Fiji defends Hong Kong title
The Vodafone Fiji 7s team successfully defended the Hong Kong 7s title after defeating New Zealand 21‑7 in the Cup Final last night. Fiji’s tries were scored by nippy halfback Jerry Tuwai, rover Kitione Tal
Fiji to meet NZ in Cup Final of Hong Kong 7s
The Vodafone Fiji 7s team has thrashed Australia 34-5 to set up another final against New Zealand in the Hong Kong 7s. The national side scored five tries to outclass the Australian side as they cruised their way t
Fiji overcomes tough Kenya enroute to semifinal clash with Australia
The Vodafone Fiji 7s team will play Australia in the Cup semifinal of the Hong Kong 7s tonight. Fiji advanced to the Cup semifinal after defeating Kenya 12-10 in a dramatic quarterfinal. Australia defeated Eng
Vodafone Fiji 7s team expecting physical game from Kenya
The Vodafone Fiji 7s team is expecting a vigorous performance from Kenya in the Hong Kong 7s Cup quarterfinals this afternoon. Coach Ben Ryan says Kenya is now a new and improved side under the leadership of their
Fiji to meet Kenya in Cup Quarters of Hong Kong 7s
The Vodafone Fiji 7s team has topped Pool D and will meet Kenya in the Cup quarterfinals of the Hong Kong 7s today. Fiji thrashed Wales 36-10 in their last pool match. The national side scored six tries in the
Fiji 7s team thrashes Korea
The Vodafone Fiji 7s team thrashed Korea 57-0 in their second pool match of the Hong Kong 7s this afternoon. Fiji led 24-0 at half time. The national side crossed over with nine tries. Amenoni Nasilasila
Fiji 7s team remains focused after narrow win
The Vodafone Fiji 7s team continues to remain focused on their aim of winning the Hong Kong 7s despite their narrow 19-17 win over Canada this morning. Coach Ben Ryan has demanded the team to give it their all in t
Fiji defeats Canada in tough encounter
The Vodafone Fiji 7s team defeated Canada 19-17 in their first pool match of the Hong Kong 7s tournament early this morning. Savenaca Rawaca scored two tries while Semi Kunatani scored a last minute try to give Fij
Hong Kong 7s pressure will be good buildup for Rio - Ryan
Vodafone Fiji 7s coach Ben Ryan says the pressure on the team to deliver is a good thing as it will get the players ready for the Rio Olympics in August. Speaking to Fijivillage from Hong Kong, Ryan says the team w
Ben Ryan makes tactical changes ahead of HK 7s
The Vodafone Fiji 7s team is fully focused on successfully defending the Hong Kong 7s title this weekend. Speaking to Fijivillage from Hong Kong, Fiji coach Ben Ryan said they had a longer captain’s run yeste
Hong Kong 7s to be Fiji’s final test before Rio
The 41st Hong Kong 7s which kicks off today has been described by Coach Ben Ryan as Fiji’s final true test before the Rio Olympics in August. Ryan says it is a test to see if everything they are looking to do
All schools will be open today
All schools will be open today. Education Minister, Doctor Mahendra Reddy says some classrooms may be allocated for the evacuees at some schools if alternative evacuation centres cannot be found. However class