PM’s road map in final stage
The Prime Minister's Road Map for Democracy and Sustainable Socio-Economy Development is in its final consultation stages before it is released. At the moment, the Prime Minister’s Office reveals that they are
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Mobile company partners with Health Ministry
One of the large mobile companies in Fiji has gone into partnership with the Health Ministry, to broaden the reach of important health messages. In a statement Digicel Fiji said they will be using their texting platform
SPSE hosts lunch to create awareness
The South Pacific Stock Exchange today organized a free lunch hour seminar for people to learn more about the stock market and how to become a smart and successful investor. One of the participants Laisa Luvunakoro said
FMF exports doing well
Times are not that good but life goes on. Chairman of Flour Mills of Fiji Hari Punja said although there may be some issues in the domestic market, their exports are doing very well. Punja said one just has to go with
Police uproot 523 marijuana plants
Police in Kadavu raided farms early yesterday morning and confiscated marijuana plants with a street value of more than $1million. Officers from the drug squad raided the farm at around 3am yesterday and uprooted 523 ma
Heavy rain, flash flooding expected
The Nadi Weather Office has predicted heavy rain and flash flooding in the eastern division tonight and tomorrow. Director Rajendra Prasad said an intensifying trough of low pressure is approaching Fiji from the west an
FMF eyes Savusavu Copra mill
An established business man in the country is planning to buy the Savusavu Copra Mill. The Chairman of Flour Mills of Fiji, Hari Punja said he is investing millions in the country and is talking to the government about
Transport Ministry, LTA work over fare confusion
The Transport Ministry and the Land Transport Authority is working closely to ensure that all the stages between Suva and Nausori are clearly marked to avoid confusions in charging of bus fares. Spokesperson, Sainiana W
Talagi’s comments uncalled for-PM
The Prime Minister said it is a sad day today that Niue Premier Toke Talagi has called for civil disobedience in Fiji while making his address as the outgoing chairman of the Pacific Islands Leaders Forum in Cairns. Com
30 people feared to be dead
Upto 30 women and children are feared to have died when the MV Princess Ashika sank off the coast of Nuku'alofa in Tonga on Wednesday night. Our correspondent in Tonga, Paul Takala spoke to one of the survivors pull
More delays in securing $70m loan
The expected $70 million dollar loan for Housing development plans around the country from the Chinese Government has been further delayed. Fijivillage news received confirmation that the investors have finalised all th
Health Ministry to outsource laundry services
The Health Ministry will soon out-source its Laundry and Cleaning services. Media Liaison Officer, Iliesa Tora said the Cabinet has approved the formation of a task force and the conduct of a feasibility study on out-so
Bainivalu Primary to highlight on suffering children
Turbulent times which caused heartache and fear, and overcoming such circumstances is what Bainivalu Primary will be bringing to Tadra Kahani. Head teacher Sirilo Leqaiwai said their theme "Light at the end of the
Govt accuse Forum Secretary General
The government has accused the Pacific Islands Forum Secretary General, Tuiloma Slade of poor leadership and practicing double standards in relation to Fiji. Newly appointed Minister for Foreign Affiars, Ratu Inoke Kubu
1 dead, 25 still not found
Police in Tonga revealed that at least one person is dead and more than 25 people who were passengers on the MV Princess Ashika are yet to be found. Commander of the Police Force Chris Kelly said they think there might
Church awaits word on permit
Methodist church officials are still waiting for word from Commissioner of Police Esala Teleni on whether they will be granted a permit to hold a conference, but on a smaller scale. Assistant General Secretary Reverend
Rewa Dairy records reduction in milk supply
The emergence of Brucellosis at dairy farms has seen Rewa Dairy recording a reduction in milk supply from local farmers. Chief Executive Savenaca Seniloli said due to the animal health issue, the milk supply has dropped
Student hit by mini bus
A primary school student was this afternoon rushed to the hospital after he was hit by a mini bus this afternoon. Director Traffic SSP Mahesh Mishra confirmed to Fijivillage that the boy was crossing the road in Waimanu
Retailers told to check salt
Retailers have been called to check which salt they import as salt lacking iodine is hazardous to health. These are the words of Health Minister Doctor Neil Sharma who said that they will now have to implement the legis
Buses, taxis urged to improve services
Following the increase in bus and taxi fares, the travelling public is looking forward to much better services and improvement in conditions of both taxis and buses. Some buses and taxis running on the roads are quite o