Serve everyone - Commander
Exactly 12 years ago today, a group of rebel soldiers attempted to carry out a mutiny at Queen Elizabeth Barracks which resulted in the death of three loyal soldiers. Members of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces and
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Naviti Resort remains closed after fire
The fire at Naviti Resort destroyed the central building that has the main lounge, restaurants, shops and offices yesterday afternoon. National Fire Authority Chief Executive Officer, John O’Connor said they m
Naviti Resort fire contained
7pm: The National Fire Authority has managed to contain the fire at Naviti Resort. Naviti Resort is still shut down after a fire started just after 3pm today. NFA Media Officer Ritesh Kumar said the Kids club, rest
Reverend Ratabacaca’s trial begins
All Nations Church leader Reverend Epeli Ratabacaca’s trial started in the High Court today with the first prosecution witness taking the stand. The woman whose identity has not been disclosed told Judge Justice
Pay increase for ten employment sectors announced
Increases in the minimum wage rates for ten employment sectors are now effective. Minimum wage rates for security services is up by 9.7 percent, manufacturing and garment is up by 9.9 percent, the printing, building an
I-taukei language should be a precondition for entry into civil service - SDL
The SDL party wants fluency in the itaukei language to be a pre-condition for entry into Fiji's public service. Senior member of the SDL, Doctor Tupeni Baba has confirmed that they have submitted to the Constitution
Pay increments for 10 employment sectors
Some good news is coming for workers in 10 employment sectors as they will definitely get pay increments soon. Labour Minister Jone Usamate said the increases are just days away. A 8 to 15 percent increase was ear
New tsunami siren tested at USP
The National Disaster Management Office conducted a tsunami drill and tested the new tsunami siren at USP in the last hour to assess the reaction time at the university. Director, Pajiliai Dobui has also apologized to r
4 Juveniles remanded in custody
Four juveniles charged with theft are expected to appear in the Magistrate Court in Suva again this morning after being remanded yesterday. It is alleged that two youths aged twelve and fourteen years old stole $20,000
Metal thefts from culverts a concern ahead of cyclone season
Serious concerns have been raised on steel being removed from culverts in different parts of the country as this would become problematic for people and our infrastructure during flash floods. As we are days away from t
Investment Fiji targets 4,000 new jobs
Investment Fiji is aiming to create at least 4,000 new jobs in the country before the year ends. Chief Executive Officer Ravuni Uluilakeba has said that just from January to September they have registered a total of 1
Teens charged with $20,000 theft
Four youths who allegedly broke into a car and stole $20,000 have been charged with one count of theft each. The four aged 12, 14, 15 and 17 years are expected to appear in the Suva Magistrates court today. It is alleg
Drunk driver fails to escape police
10 drivers were booked last night for driving under the influence of alcohol. These drivers were caught under “Operation Blitz” being carried out by police in the western division. A driver was also
Student wins Na Domo competition
Talei Siganisucu could not hold back her tears after being announced the winner of the “Na Domo” Soloist singing competition and also walking away with $1,000 last night. The Dudley High School form four
Police nab 4 juveniles allegedly involved in $20,000 theft
Quick action by police has resulted in four juveniles being arrested yesterday afternoon for allegedly breaking into a car to take $20,000 at Wailada, Lami. According to police the money was that of a company and ke
No more comments on Ratu Joni’s appointment – Prof Ghai
The chairman of the Constitution Commission said it will not make any further comments about its decision to appoint Ratu Joni Madraiwiwi as the commission’s consultant. Questions have been raised on what impact t
Commission defends Ratu Joni’s appointment
The Chairman of the Constitution Commission said it is false to conclude that the commission’s new consultant, Ratu Joni Madraiwiwi is in favour of a Christian state just because he was part of the delegation from
Extent of power outage yet to be revealed
The extent and cause of the power outage experienced in many parts of Suva yesterday is yet to be revealed by the Fiji Electricity Authority. FEA is expected to comment later this morning on the matter. Stor
Grammar and Marist reconcile
A traditional reconciliation ceremony has taken place this afternoon between Marist Brothers High School and Suva Grammar School in Lambert Hall. Earlier, all male students of Suva Grammar and a handful of girls accompa
Reconciliation ceremony between Marist & Grammar students underway
A reconciliation ceremony between Marist Brothers High School and Suva Grammar School is taking place this hour. Marist Brothers High principal John Atalifo said they spoke to the Suva Grammar principal after the incide