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A 50 year old man who allegedly caused the death of a 26-year old man in Tomuka, Lautoka last week will appear in the Lautoka Magistrates Court today. Police say the incident happened just after 3pm on the 5th of M
A strategic alliance between the Great Council of Chiefs and Fiji's largest state-of-the-art 130-bed specialty private hospital could result in world-class medical services reaching out to more Fijians nationwide.
It was a memorable moment for the people of Nayau Island in Lau as they welcomed the (RFMF) Naval Division’s newly commissioned vessel, RFNS Timo, marking the first time a military ship named after one of its own, vis
The case of former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama and former Police Commissioner Sitiveni Qiliho in the matter where they allegedly made unwarranted demands to the then Acting Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu, to
Former Attorney General, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and former Supervisor of Elections, Mohammed Saneem’s plea on the consolidated charges related to abuse of office and receiving corrupt benefit has been adjourned to Friday
The UN is urging Syria's interim leaders to take "swift action to protect Syrians" following a wave of violence against the Alawite community. At least 1,000 Alawites, including children, have been killed over the
Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tudravu has acknowledged the dedication of officers serving in rural and remote areas and assured them of the necessary strategic support. Tudravu says policing requires officers to s
Villagers of Waiqori and Dakuiloa on Oneata, Lau, are grateful for the government’s relief assistance, which reached their shores following Tropical Cyclone Rae. Tikina representative Lasarusa Vuetaki thanked the
The Catholic Church in Fiji has been significantly shaped by the dedication of people who ventured into unfamiliar territories to serve and guide communities in their faith, and among these individuals stands Father Ja
Following the President’s clear directives on strengthening Fiji's security and governance, Minister for Defence and Veterans Affairs Pio Tikoduadua reveals that his Ministry has diligently acted on these directives.
As thousands of Fijians celebrated Father’s Day today with their families, two dedicated healthcare workers in Naroi Village, Moala, Lau, are facing an immense loss after their station quarters were destroyed by fire
Women across various industries including market vendors, fisheries and construction are progressing in terms of leadership and equality but challenges of equal pay and calls are being made for women to be more assertiv
Gale-force winds with peaks of more than 100kph have blown through large parts of south-east Queensland overnight, bringing down more trees across the region in the wake of ex-Cyclone Alfred. Heavy rain that may le
The Nadi Airport Sports Association land, previously managed by the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, has been formally handed over to Fiji Airports Limited. The land had been used for military purposes since 1987.
Farmers in Gau, Lomaiviti, are calling on the Minister of Agriculture and the Biosecurity Authority of Fiji to urgently find a solution to the ongoing destruction of their pandanus (voivoi) plants by insects. The i
It was a Father’s Day like no other for families in the Lau Group, as they received much-needed relief supplies following the devastation caused by Tropical Cyclone Rae. The cyclone left many struggling after dam
In a bid to help Fiji in adaptation and mitigation efforts towards climate change, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will involve the engagements of partners, alliances and multilateral institutions to vigorously pursue c
As part of ongoing efforts to strengthen Fiji’s shipbuilding industry, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has officially received the feasibility study report on its revitalisation plans. The report, compiled by Arup
The Nasinu Town Council is calling on the government to thoroughly review the Litter Act and implement stringent laws that will be effective. Council Acting CEO, Felix Magnus says illegal dumping is prohibited, and
Civil servants now have the security of tenure, but this has led to the transition where some people feel that because they have a permanent job, they can afford to be a bit slack. This has been highlighted by Depu
