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Questions were raised during Dialogue Fiji’s Constitution review discussion on whether the government can delay the general elections and complete the Constitution review however Acting Attorney General Siromi Turaga
Deputy Fiji Corrections Service Commissioner Auta Moceisuva says they are not allowing mats to cover caskets for burial. While revealing this to the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Justice, Law and Human Rights
The Fijian economy is on track to grow for the fourth consecutive year in 2025 by 3.4 percent, following a 3.5 percent expansion in 2024. The growth forecast is revised up marginally from the 3.2 percent projected
A heavy rain alert is now in force for the eastern half of Viti Levu (Navua–Suva–Nausori to Serua–Namosi to Tailevu–Naitasiri–Ra areas), southern Bua, Cakaudrove, Taveuni and nearby smaller islands, the Lau an
Speaker of Parliament, Filimone Jitoko has highlighted during the opening of the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions Conference that there is a need for prosecutors in the country to master the digital frontie
At all times, the public interest in accessing information and the media’s role in scrutinising government must outweigh any unilateral power to silence or sideline a news outlet. In Fiji, we uphold the principle that
Acting Attorney General Siromi Turaga says a strong warning letter has been written to Electoral Reform Commissioner Professor Wadan Narsey after he came out publicly with the Electoral Reform Commission report recommen
A Heavy Rain Alert remains in force for the Eastern half of Viti Levu from Serua, Namosi through Navua, Suva, Nausori, Tailevu, Naitasiri, Ra, Southern Bua, Cakaudrove, Taveuni, Kadavu, Lau and Lomaiviti Groups and near
Students of Lagalaga Sanatan Primary School in Labasa have been reminded of the importance of education, discipline and obedience by the Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tudravu. Tudravu spoke to the students during
Visitor arrivals have recovered following a decline in the first quarter and based on current trends, Fiji is on track to achieve a third consecutive year of record visitor arrivals in 2025. While speaking on the p
Three Fijians who are alleged to be associated with a gang supplying drugs in Sydney have been refused bail by the court. 28-year-old Eparama Nevale, 28-year-old William Ravoka, and 24-year-old George Sukanaivalu,
PSH Hospitals is one of Fiji’s leading private hospitals. It aims to make quality healthcare easy to access and affordable for everyone in Fiji and the Pacific. In recent years, PSH Hospitals has established itse
The Proposed ‘People First’ has submitted its application for registration to the Registrar of Political Parties, Ana Mataiciwa. Mataiciwa confirms that the FEO is now preparing to publish the party’s applica
After being bedridden for nine years following a car accident in Tacirua, Nakaleto Lawakeli has today graduated from the Pacific Regional Seminary, which is a step closer to fulfilling his lifelong dream of becoming a C
Students of Lagalaga Sanatan Primary School in Labasa have been reminded of the importance of education, discipline and obedience by the Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tudravu. Tudravu spoke to the students during
A Heavy Rain Alert remains in force for the Eastern half of Viti Levu from Serua, Namosi through Navua, Suva, Nausori, Tailevu, Naitasiri, Ra, Southern Bua, Cakaudrove, Taveuni, Kadavu, Lau and Lomaiviti Groups and near
Acting Attorney General Siromi Turaga says a strong warning letter has been written to Electoral Reform Commissioner Professor Wadan Narsey after he came out publicly with the Electoral Reform Commission report recommen
Three Fijians who are alleged to be associated with a gang supplying drugs in Sydney have been refused bail by the court. 28-year-old Eparama Nevale, 28-year-old William Ravoka, and 24-year-old George Sukanaivalu,
The Proposed ‘People First’ has submitted its application for registration to the Registrar of Political Parties, Ana Mataiciwa. Mataiciwa confirms that the FEO is now preparing to publish the party’s applica
Visitor arrivals have recovered following a decline in the first quarter and based on current trends, Fiji is on track to achieve a third consecutive year of record visitor arrivals in 2025. While speaking on the p
After being bedridden for nine years following a car accident in Tacirua, Nakaleto Lawakeli has today graduated from the Pacific Regional Seminary, which is a step closer to fulfilling his lifelong dream of becoming a C
Deputy Fiji Corrections Service Commissioner Auta Moceisuva says they are not allowing mats to cover caskets for burial. While revealing this to the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Justice, Law and Human Rights
Fiji still lacks a unified framework that clearly defines how personal data is collected, stored, processed, and safeguarded by both public institutions and private entities although elements of data governance exist wi
Poor rubbish disposal practices continue to be a major cause of blocked drains, resulting in surface flooding on many roads during periods of heavy rain. The Fiji Roads Authority says that despite continuous effort
There will be a temporary closure of Terminal 2 at the Suva Bus Station for five days starting from tomorrow, as urgent drainage upgrade works get underway. Suva City Council Acting CEO Tevita Boseiwaqa has confirm
Three thermal generator engines will be transported from the Lautoka Port to the Vuda Power Station tomorrow, Sunday, next Tuesday and Thursday. Due to the size and weight, Energy Fiji Limited has advised the publi
The Silver Ferns have capped off a turbulent 2025 by taking a 2-1 series win over the England Roses in Manchester, in what's likely to be their last hit-out before the Commonwealth Games in July. The 55-49 win over
Award-winning rapper Nicki Minaj has publicly backed President Donald Trump's allegations that Christians face persecution in Nigeria. Speaking at an event in the US, Minaj says in Nigeria, Christians are
We hope to bring joy to the people of Fiji taking the queens around to meet with you as we prepare for the Miss Fiji pageant. These are the words of the Miss Fiji pageant committee chair Felix Magnus as he shares t
The Pacific Islands News Association (PINA) and Fijian Media Association (FMA) have expressed deep concern over the Government of Samoa’s decision to ban the Samoa Observer, one of the country’s longest-serving inde
The Fiji Revenue and Customs Service has successfully intercepted a consignment containing undeclared items during a scheduled inspection at a commercial facility in Vatukoula. FRCS says the goods included industri
Aruna Prasad, a former Magistrate and legal practitioner, has been appointed to the Board of the Fiji National Provident Fund by the Minister for Finance, in accordance with Section 7(1) of the FNPF Act. She is a q
Leadership Fiji's partnership with Vuvale Restaurants (Fiji), owners of McDonald’s Fiji, marked a significant milestone in their mission to nurture and empower leaders across the nation. The partnership enabled L
The Vunivalu, Turaga Na Tui Namosi Ratu Suliano Matanitobua has reiterated his stand during the Namosi Provincial Council Meeting, stating that there will be no mining in Namosi until the entire Mining Act is reviewed.
