Driver granted bail
A 25 year old man charged with dangerous driving occasioning death and failing to comply after an accident was granted bail by the Nadi Magistrates court late yesterday afternoon. It is alleged the driver hit a 22 year
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Pleasant birthday surprise for PM
It was a pleasant surprise for Prime Minister Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama as the Fiji military forces marching band and senior military officers turned up at his residence this morning to wish him happy birthday. Milit
Consumers cautioned on roofing foils
Consumers are advised to be cautious when buying roofing foils as certain types of foils are banned in Fiji. This follows with a warning by the Trade Standards and Quality Control Office. Attorney General and Minister
CFL celebrates anniversary with Katchafire concert
This is a very special year for Communications Fiji Limited and the best way to celebrate it is by giving something back to our listeners. That is the reason behind the one-off concert of top reggae band Katchafire'
Residents face water cuts
Residents living in Caubati, Cunningham stage 4 and the Koronivia farm road will be facing water disruptions due to a burst main. Water Authority Spokesperson Maika Nagalu said the pipe burst late last night and their e
AIDS can be stopped - Rao
AIDS can be halted if there are specialist equipment in place. UN Special Advisor on AIDS in the Asia Pacific region, Doctor Prasada Rao said this as the number of cases continues to rise in the Pacific. Doctor Rao sai
Man accused of alleged involvement in NZ scam
A man who is reported to be originally from Fiji, Keith Lapham, a former Green Acres franchise master and the alleged brains behind an alleged franchise scam is accused of taking nearly $4 million from various customers.
Education minister applauds honesty of brothers
Honesty is a gesture that is becoming rare these days, and these two brothers have shown how they intact their values are. These are the sentiments of Lelean Memorial School Principal Aisea Rarokoliwa expressing his gra
People urged to speak openly about AIDS
We need to engage our religious organisations in the fight against HIV Aids as they serve an important role in our society. While presenting the report of the Commission on AIDS in the Pacific last night, Chairman of th
Demand for bus tickets-FBOA
The President of the Fiji Bus Operators Association is calling on passengers to claim for a ticket when boarding a bus. Zane Dean said this concept is legal and it must be followed to avoid any dispute or misunderstandi
Katchafire to tour Fiji
Fiji is expected to pay tribute to the legendary Bob Marley with a one day Tour of New Zealand Band Katchafire. The Tribute Concert organized by Communications Fiji Limited the parent Company of FM96, Legend FM, Navtara
Rewa high Chief appears in court
Rewa high Chief Ro Teimumu Kepa appeared in the Suva Magistrates court this morning facing charges of allegedly breaching the public emergency regulations. Kepa was initially charged with violating the PER but the Direc
Air Pac expects substantial loss
Outgoing Managing Director and CEO of Air Pacific John Campbell has today confirmed that Fiji=s international carrier, Air Pacific is expected to record a substantial loss for the financial year 2009 to 2010. Campbell s
Stern warning issued to PWD employees
A clear warning has been sent out to all the PWD employees working at the Mechanical, Electrical and Plant Pool department to stop stealing various equipment. Permanent Secretary for Works, Cama Tuiloma has told the wor
Roads remain closed due to flooding
A number of roads and bridges in the Central Division are still flooded and closed to all traffic. The Naibita road along the Kings highway is now open to a single lane traffic only as half the road has been washout. O
AG vetts LTA Audit report
The Office of the Auditor General has vetted the internal audit report into the operations of the Land Transport Authority which has implicated a number of LTA officials in the illegal issuance of mini bus licenses. Min
Lolohea under watch
The Ministry of Labour is now monitoring the activities of Meridian Services Timoci Lolohea to ensure he is not continuing with his recruitment drive. The Ministry confirms that as per the decision of the Employments Re
Man sentenced to 12 years imprisonment
You are a threat to the community and a habitual offender. These were the words of High Court Judge, Justice Daniel Goundar while sentencing 31 year old Saimoni Rokotunidau to 12 years imprisonment this morning. Rokot
Woman appears in court for giving false information
A 40 year old woman of Namara, Labasa appeared in the Labasa Magistrate court this morning charged with giving false information to Police. It is alleged Phul Mati forged the signatures on 19 people and wrote a letter t
Police investigate alleged arson
Police are investigating an alleged case of Arson in Labasa whereby a house together with a 4-tonne truck was burnt down. Assistant Spokesperson, Inspector Atunaisa Sokomuri said the 62 year old owner who is a businessm