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The police officer who was alleged to have assaulted a man in Nausori late last month has been charged and will appear in the Nausori Magistrates Court today. Police say the officer has been charged with one count
Parliament has unanimously passed the Child Justice Act that provides a more comprehensive framework for the special treatment of children at all stages of the child justice process, from the point of their initial cont
Minister for Justice Siromi Turaga says the independence of the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, the demand of the job, the competing priorities and the striking work-life harmony is an ongoing issue.
Christmas has come early for Fijian disability groups as they gathered today at the German Embassy to promote greater inclusivity and equality for persons with disabilities. The event brought together individuals w
Minister for Women, Children, and Social Protection, Lynda Tabuya, issued a powerful challenge to more than 40 young women at the Young Women’s Forum today, urging them to stand against online harassment and bullying.
Facing behavioural and academic challenges earlier in the year did not deter Year 13 student Vaseva Apikali from achieving over 300 marks in her annual exams as she was awarded the Principal's Award during the Assemblie
Residents of Rewa Street are calling for urgent action as they have been facing water supply issues since June. They say the situation has caused frustration and serious challenges in their daily lives. 48-yea
Christmas has come early for Fijian disability groups as they gathered today at the German Embassy to promote greater inclusivity and equality for persons with disabilities. The event brought together individuals w
Siosiua Tuitaulukua Tupou Utoikamanu has been appointed the University of the South Pacific Pro-Chancellor and Chair of the USP Council for three years, commencing from the 27th of November 2024 to the 26th of November
The National Fire Authority held its first-ever national fire drill competition at the Marist Brothers High School Ground this morning, showcasing their skills, coordination, and preparedness for any emergencies. P
Apisai Ketenilagi is the new Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Fiji Roads Authority Board, effective from 25th November 2024, until the position of CEO is filled. FRA says Ketenilagi, is a valued member of the
Concerns have been raised by Members of Parliament regarding the inefficiency of the Accident Compensation Commission of Fiji Annual Reports of 2019, 2020 and 2021 which they say does not show the true performance of th
There are considerations for our Police Officers to wear body cams when they go out to the field so that it reduces the number of Police brutality cases after Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka highlighted that he believes
Ten local artists have come together to celebrate creativity, culture and connection through their collective showcase, through the Alchemy exhibit. Featuring works by Alice Hill, Peter Lancaster, Filimoni Koto, Sh
An unemployed man has been remanded in custody for impersonating a FICAC officer and obtaining $170 through deception. 24-year-old Aman Abishek Nambiar is charged with one count of falsely pretending to be a FICAC
Tavita Pili can't see the ship, but he can smell it. Standing on rocks on the outskirts of his home village of Tafitoala, Samoa, Mr Pili points to the spot where the diesel comes in, at the back of the village, hid
A 25-year-old man will appear in the Nadi Magistrates Court today for obtaining financial advantage by deception in connection to an alleged taxi permit scam. Police say an investigation by their M-PAiSA Task Force
Two of the three men arrested for their alleged involvement in a supermarket robbery in Laucala Beach earlier this week have been charged and will appear in the Nasinu Magistrates Court today. According to police,
Travel Lemming, a US-based online travel guide read by more than 10 million travelers, announced its list of the top 50 destinations in the world for 2025 where Yasawa Islands, was named the #24 best place to travel glo
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission Bill has been passed in Parliament last night after it received 30 votes for and 15 votes against by members of Parliament. The Bill was brought in Parliament under Parliamen
