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The Fiji High Commission in New Zealand says it’s unfortunate that certain members of the media have resorted to racist tropes in reference to the pictures of two New Zealanders who were members of the security detail
Termite infestation has become a major problem for the people of Fiji, with Assistant Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection and co-chair of the Termite Taskforce Committee Sashi Kiran revealing that the Asi
The Tamavua Water Treatment Plant needs 75 megalitres of water per day to run normally, however if there is seawater intrusion at the Savura intake in Wailoku then there is a problem. Water Authority Chief Operatio
Close to 70 participants representing government, tourism industry, development partners, the private sector and the local community gathered in Taveuni to provide their feedback and endorse key components of Pacific
Any vessel seeking registration in the country will undergo a thorough evaluation and must meet all legislated requirements under the Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji. The Authority highlighted this to address ina
As we approach Diwali, a 65-year-old woman from Lokia Nausori, shares her story of how she celebrates her Diwali with people in old age homes and children living on the streets by providing sweets and food to those who
Jonasa Ratuagone, a school teacher by profession, is encouraging people to practice organic farming in order to live healthier lives. Ratuagone, who was awarded the Climate Smart Agriculture of the Year at the Nati
6 police officers were charged last month with offences such as abuse of office, assault causing actual bodily harm, obtaining a financial advantage by deception, unlawful possession of illicit drugs and wrongful confin
A man in his 30s has been charged with causing the alleged death of a 1-year-old boy in Cunningham. Police say they were alerted by medical officials at the CWM Hospital on the 17th of October 2024, of a case where
Concerning statistics have been revealed about people living with disability, with more than 15 percent having never attended school, about 51 percent accessing secondary school qualification, while 34 percent left scho
The Eco Guardians Fiji organization advocates for a pollution-free environment, with youths playing a key role as community change-makers. Chief Executive Officer Joanna Caine says there is a need to transform the
18 reports were registered from the 18th till today from all five divisions, including a farm where plants believed to be marijuana were uprooted. Assistant Commissioner of Police Operations (ACP) Livai Driu says c
We need to build resilience across our health centres and medical facilities; we have to deliver food and water security that can withstand the both current and future climate change impacts. Deputy Prime Minister
We face an uphill battle and the ongoing struggle to secure a new collective climate finance goal, crucial for developing nations, despite years of negotiations, major differences remain among parties. This was hig
Students should be encouraged to become job creators rather than job seekers when they leave school. Marist Champagnat Institute Principal Mereoni Matanitobua highlighted this at the school’s Open Day which had t
Sanatan followers must come together, setting aside differences to achieve spiritual and cultural growth for the entire community. This was highlighted by Year 10 student Shreya Kumar of Tilak High School on the th
The Fijian diaspora living in New Zealand celebrated Fiji Day with a full traditional ceremony accorded to Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, followed by traditional and contemporary meke performances. Rabuka says as
An Air New Zealand flight from Wellington landed at Sydney Airport last night following reports of a bomb threat on board. The aircraft – flight NZ247 – left from Wellington with 140 passengers on board. A
The water disruption at Navua Hospital did not last 7 days as reported by the media and neither were patients using the bushes to carry out their ‘business.’ The Ministry of Health has stated this after serious
Two triathletes have died after they collapsed during the world championships in Spain. World Triathlon has confirmed the pair were from from Mexico and Great Britain. World Triathlon said in a statement that
