Ratu Epeli Ganilau resigns
Minister for Defense, National Security and Immigration Ratu Epeli Ganilau last night tendered his resignation to the Prime Minister Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama. This has been confirmed by Permanent Secretary for Infor
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Protection of local businesses vital
The manufacturing sector of the Suva Chamber of Commerce is hoping that the government announces uniform protection for the local manufacturers when it announces the 2011 National Budget next Friday. Chairman of the Man
Outrigger on the Lagoon celebrates 10th birthday
You can build the biggest resort with the best facilities but without the embracing charm and openness of supporting staff, in the end they’re just empty buildings. These are the words of the Chairman of the Outri
Some prisoners end hunger strike
Some of the inmates at the Naboro Maximum Remand Cell who were on hunger strike since 3pm yesterday have ended their hunger strike this afternoon. Prisons Spokesperson Fred Elbourne confirmed that only a few inmates ar
Prisoners on hunger strike
Some remand prisoners at the Naboro Maximum Remand Cell have gone on hunger strike as of yesterday afternoon. Prisons spokesperson, Fred Elbourne said they are now investigating the incident. The matter came to light d
Kings Road open to traffic
More rain is expected throughout today as an active trough of low pressure with associated cloud and rain remains slow moving over the group. The Nadi Weather Office said the forecast for the Fiji group is periods of he
Further reduction in civil service numbers expected
A further reduction in the number of civil servants is expected to take place as the Public Service Commission has embarked on a functional review of the civil service, as a basis for determining its optimum size and
Underage drinking a concern as holidays near
As the school year draws to an end, concerns have been raised on the possibility of teenage binge drinking. Fijivillage has noticed that many school students as young as fifteen years old have organized house parties or
I have much more to offer – Ah Koy
Businessman and Fiji's outgoing Ambassador to China Sir James Ah Koy said he has much more to offer to the nation as there is still a lot of work to be done to push the economy forward. Ah Koy is currently in the co
Teleni is new ambassador to China
Former Police Commissioner Commodore Esala Teleni has been appointed as Fiji's new Ambassador to China and replaces Sir James Ah Koy. A government statement confirmed that Prime Minister Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama
Commission thanks supermarkets for cooperation
The Commerce Commission has thanked the management of supermarkets for cooperating with officials as they carried out checks on the new maximum wholesale and retail prices for basic food items. Chairman Dr Mahendra Redd
Fiji ready for battle against France
The Flying Fijians Vice Captain, Seru Rabeni who is also one the most senior players in the team has reminded his players how important each minute will be in tomorrow's clash against France. Rabeni said they need t
Commission rounds up inspections
Commerce Commission Officials accompanied by Police Officers this morning carried out a second round of inspection in Suva to see if supermarkets are complying with the new maximum wholesale and retail prices for bas
More consultations needed on price control
While majority of the consumers are applauding the Commerce Commission's decision to include certain essential food items under price control, one the country's largest manufacturer believes that more consultatio
Digicel Fiji still negotiating with Commerce Commission
Digicel Fiji has stopped selling the permanently sealed mobile handsets until further notice. The company’s Commercial Director Daryn Mclean said Digicel met with the Commerce Commission officials late yesterday t
IMF shows confidence in govts reform plans
The International Monetary Fund has shown confidence in Fiji’s ability to meet most of its reform programs without the Stand By Arrangement Loan. During a press briefing in the last hour, the IMF team led by J
Follow new prices or face spot fines
All traders have to follow the new Maximum Wholesale and Retail Prices for basic food items from today or face on the spot fines of $3,000. Commerce Commission Chairman, Doctor Mahendra Reddy said their inspectors will
New prices announced for basic food items
The Commerce Commission has this afternoon announced the new prices for the price controlled basic food items. Commission Chairman, Doctor Mahendra Reddy confirmed that the average reduction on the food items is now 9 p
Commerce Commission confident new prices to be reasonable
As the Commerce Commission gets ready to make the price announcements for about 22 basic food items this afternoon, the Commission has only said that it is confident that its maximum wholesale and retail prices earlier s
Remembrance day for our fallen heroes
They shall grow not old, as we that are left, grow old: Age shall not weary them, not the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We Will remember them. That is the message from the President, R