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New passports available for collection on scheduled dates

New passports will be available for collection on scheduled dates at Immigration offices Fiji wide. Director Nemani Vuniwaqa confirmed that they are trying to clear the pending passports and will also accommodate fo

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Argument lands woman in hospital

An argument over fresh water mussels has landed a 49-year-old Kasavu woman in critical condition at CWM hospital. The woman had asked to take some fresh water mussels on credit, however was refused by her nephew.

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At least 40 children diagnosed with cancer every year

At least forty children are diagnosed with cancer every year. This was confirmed by the Fiji Cancer Society President Nirmala Nambiar during a Walk on Walk strong press conference. Nambiar said that just from Ja

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Fiji clinches second spot in PNC

Flying Fijians halfback, Nikola Matawalu showed a superb performance in the win for Fiji against Tonga 29-17 in the Pacific Nations Cup yesterday. Tonga's Interim coach, Chris Hickey was asked who he would choos

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Issuance of new passports to begin from Monday

The issuance of new passports will begin from Monday. The Immigration Department stated that the new Passports will be available for collection at their offices Fiji wide. Members of the public are to produce th

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Haroon Ali Shah disbarred

Prominent Lautoka lawyer, Haroon Ali Shah has been disbarred after being found guilty of seven counts of professional misconduct and two counts of unsatisfactory conduct. Independent Legal Services Commissioner, Ju

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Adi Samanunu laid to rest

An emotional eulogy from the Tui Nakelo, Ratu Manasa Talakuli during the funeral service of his wife, Adi Samanunu Talakuli, called on the Cakobau brothers from Bau to love each other during these trying times. Spea

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Full support given to Namosi Copper Mining project

“We have given our full support to the proposed multimillion dollar Namosi Copper Mining project at Waisoi.” Those were the words of the chairman of the Namosi Provincial Council Ratu Romanu Matanitobua afte

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Qarase’s case less than 2 weeks away

The high profile case of former Prime Minister, Laisenia Qarase is now just less than two weeks away as the High Court has ruled that the trial will go ahead on the 3rd of next month. This is Qarase's first case

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Qarase’s FHL trial to go ahead

Former Prime Minister, Laisenia Qarase’s Fijian Holdings Limited trial will go ahead on the 3rd of next month. That was the ruling handed down by High Court judge, Justice Priyantha Fernando today after Qarase

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Don’t rely on govt handouts – Tui Namosi

Tui Namosi Ratu Suliano Matanitobua has issued a stern message to the people of Namosi not to be lazy and if they cannot utilize the resources available then they should move out of the province and go to their wife&rsqu

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Domestic violence cost estimated at $498M

It is estimated that domestic violence cost the country $498 million last year. According to the National Substance Abuse Advisory Council, major contributing factors to domestic violence include alcohol, drugs and sub

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Proposed Copper Mine Project a blessing-Tui Namosi

The proposed copper mine project is a blessing to the Namosi province. Those are the words of the Tui Namosi, Ratu Suliano Matanitobua at the first day of the Namosi Provincial Council meeting. Ratu Suliano is c

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$2M generated monthly from bauxite mining

About $2 million in revenue is generated into the economy every month from bauxite mining in Nawailevu. This is according to Aurum Exploration Fiji Limited mine manager Vanuaca Basilio who said this is through various p

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QC too expensive, please move trial date

Former Prime Minister Laisenia Qarase is now applying to the High Court that his trial which is set to start on the 3rd of July, should be vacated as he is yet to find a suitable lawyer. Qarase’s lawyer Qoriniasi

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We will ensure there is wide consultations-Tikoitoga

With just weeks remaining for the constitutional consultations to begin, the military is making it clear that it would bring up issues for Fijians to consider when they make their submissions. Land Force Commander,

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People look forward to mining benefits in Ba

Ba has received a major boost with the mining lease granted to Amex Resources Limited of Australia. Special administrator Ba Town Council Arun Prasad said they are grateful for the step taken as it will create many job

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Spare parts review to benefit dealers

The Commerce Commission said that the review of spare parts of vehicles brought into the country will benefit a lot of hardworking dealers in the country. Chairman Dr Mahendra Reddy said they will be looking at all the

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Vehicle spare parts prices being reviewed

The Commerce Commission of Fiji is now reviewing the prices of spare parts of vehicles. Chairman Dr Mahendra Reddy said there is a high demand for spare parts in the country given the nature of income levels of househol

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Police constable asks for bail

A police constable who allegedly stole exhibits from the Nabua Police Station earlier this month claimed in the Suva Magistrates Court today that he was sworn at by the Suva Prison inmates on the first day he entered the

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