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There are different ways in which families celebrated Diwali yesterday, with some going out picnics, or visiting their Fijian friends but for the Methodist Young Fellowship, it was a fundraising day. 12 Division in the
A sigh of relief for all shoppers as the prices for basic food items will go down from today. The Commerce Commission has set the maximum wholesale and retail prices for the basic items under price control and this co
Police have arrested and charged four men in relation to the alleged murder of a 60-year-old businessman of Lautoka on Wednesday. Assistant Spokesperson, Inspector Atunaisa Sokomuri said the four have been charged with
People living in certain parts of Suva city are without water this morning. The Water Authority of Fiji reveals that one of their main pipes servicing Rewa Street, Ratu Mara Road, Duncan Road and Waimanu road broke down
The idea that their money is what they have in the ground, hundreds of farmers in Kadavu have had a change of attitude towards the idea of banking. As part of the ongoing Asco Motors Kadavu Showcase, Westpac has taken i
After weeks of preparation, the main Diwali celebration will start in the next hour where Hindus around the country will offer their prayers to goddess Lakshmi. According to Shri Sanatan Dharam Pratinidhi Sabha of Fiji
A 34 year old woman died instantly after she was struck by lightning yesterday. Police Spokesperson Fred Elbourne confirmed the 34yr old of Qoma village was struck by lightning while diving for beach-de-mer off the Vatu
Hume Industries was recently awarded the tender by the Public Works Department to manufacture bridge beams for the Wainibuku Bridge Project. Hume's Acting General Manager, Aloesi Elder said the approach from the Nau
A joint operation is being undertaken by the Land Transport Authority and Police to ensure an accident free Diwali weekend. LTA General Manager Road Safety, Timoci Satakala said that while people are enjoying their Diwa
People living in certain areas in Sigatoka who have been without water should be receiving supply shortly. Fijivillage received calls from residents of Kulukulu, Olosara, Malaqere, Korotogo and Sigatoka town about not r
80 percent of people leaving in poverty are women however there is recognition that women have a very important role to play in national development. This is the message made by Minister for Women Dr Jiko Luveni as she
18 kilometers of travel for students of Dravuni District School in Kadavu has been made easier with the donation of a fiberglass boat valued at $17,000 from the European Union. Dravuni District School Chairman, Radike Q
Diwali celebration is time where when we can look back and see what wrong we have done and how can we better our lives and improve our standard of living. This message has come from the Shri Sanatan Dharam Pratinidhi Sa
Lautoka Police are questioning six people in relation to the alleged murder of a businessman in Lautoka on Tuesday. Spokesperson, Fred Elbourne has confirmed that the arrests were made today. Armed robbers broke int
The Ministry of Lands and Local Government is coming down hard on property owners who have a property elsewhere, and at the same time are illegally renting out flats in squatter settlements. Permanent Secretary, Lieuten
A 28 year old man charged with Aggravated Robbery was sentenced to seven years imprisonment by the Suva High Court yesterday afternoon. Aca Koroi with four others robbed a family in Nasinu for cash and other items value
54 Divisions of the Methodist Youth Fellowship will be at Furnival Park in Toorak this morning to raise money in the hope for the building of their headquarters. Davuilevu Young People Department Team Leader Ratu Peni R
Fender benders or minor accidents where cars just almost nudge each other, on many occasions during peak traffic hours have resulted in huge traffic jams. Many times Police officers have blocked off the whole road or a
Some good news following the heavy rain over the past few weeks as the Fiji Electricity Authority has announced that the Monasavu Dam level has had an increase of 4 to 5 metres. However FEA Chief Executive Officer, Hasm
Diwali is a time for us to pay homage to the Goddess of Wealth and also thank those that have helped us through the year. Eighteen year old Krashmita Pal of Raiwaqa said the month long preparation leading up to Diwali,
