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After months of anticipation, the Fiji National Provident Fund confirmed that it is now in discussions with a potential investor for the development of the Grand Pacific Hotel project. The FNPF confirmed that the poten
As the month of Ramadan commences today, Muslims in Fiji and around the world start month long period of fasting, prayer and restraint from human pleasures. During this period they are not allowed to eat or drink betw
Prime Minister, Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama said a China based company will definitely set up a cement factory in Fiji soon. Speaking to Fijivillage News from China, Commodore Bainimarama said he has already visited
As the deadline looms for compulsory registration under the Telephone Services decree, TFL has so far registered half of its 145,000 fixed line and pre-paid wireless customers. Newly appointed TFL CEO Rohan Mail said th
Let the young people’s messages be heard. That is the message to everyone by the President of the Suva Grammar School Parents and Teachers Association Commander Viliame Naupoto in relation to Suva Grammar's p
A 21 year old woman, who is charged with the alleged murder of her new born baby, took the witness stand today to give sworn evidence and relate her side of the story. Maria Tawake recalled how on 21st June 2007, when s
The Ministry of Lands will soon conduct a survey in identifying illegal squatters around the Suva Nausori corridor. Permanent Secretary for Lands Lt Col Neumi Leweni said this is part of Government's attempt to gath
As the Fiji Pine replanting program continues, interest has grown from villages to be part of the initiative to utilise idle land. Fiji Pine Ltd board member Ratu Jolame Lewanavanua said they have set a target of planti
The 2010 TFL Prime Minister's Exporter of the Year Awards will be officially launched by the Fiji Islands Trade and Investment Bureau in Labasa today for the first time. In a statement, FTIB Executive Chairman Adri
The incentives offered by Government has seen three overseas based production companies expressing interest to come and shoot films in the country. Fiji Audio Visual Commission Acting Chief Executive, Florence Sw
Thirteen international companies dealing with Information Technology will be in the country this weekend as part of an international conference to be hosted by Fiji. Fiji is hosting the event this year and VT Solutions
It’s that time of the year again when schools organise excursions and field trips for their students to broaden their knowledge on various issues. And while many schools choose to visit farms, the museum or have f
The Ministry of Lands will soon conduct a survey in identifying illegal squatters around the Suva-Nausori corridor. Permanent Secretary for Lands Lieutenant Colonel Neumi Leweni said this is part of government's att
Fiji has been encouraged to venture deeper into tourism and fisheries sectors to help grow its economy. Minister for Foreign Affairs Ratu Inoke Kubuabola during his recent visit in Indonesia was told to maximize resourc
The Education Ministry is stressing that vernacular classes should be treated as equally important as any other subject in schools. In a statement, Education Minister Filipe Bole said that children at school should be
The Nasinu Town Council is currently upgrading various playing fields in its vicinity due to the large number of sporting activities for the benefit of the youths. Special Administrator Mosese Kama who said this will co
In an effort to raise funds for child cancer patients in Fiji and Tonga, a group of employees from one of the world's leading environmental organizations swam 5.5km across the Geneva Lake in Switzerland and cycled 13
Over six hundred unemployed people have kick started their one month long life skills training in Labasa as part of the National Employment centre's Decree Initiative. NEC Director Viliame Baledrokadroka said the t
The Suva High Court yesterday refused the second bail application by alleged rapist Petero Bai. Twenty one year old Petero Bai is alleged to have assaulted the student before allegedly raping her earlier this year in t
Members of the public have been warned not to interfere with the work of officers from the Water Authority of Fiji. This follows reports that Water Authority employees are experiencing difficulties in gaining acc
