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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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
“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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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,
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
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
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
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
