Latest News news and updates from Fiji and the Pacific.
Fiji will be one of the first Pacific Island countries to take action on food security when it hosts a national food summit later this year. The Health Minister Doctor Neil Sharma announced Fiji's intention to host
First it was our doctors and nurses and other professionals, now Fiji could see an exodus of qualified teachers for greener pastures in Australia. An Australian based teacher recruiting agency called Smart Teachers
People have been urged to do physical activities to reduce their stress level. Psychiatrist Doctor Selina Kuruleca said stress level makes a person inefficient and sick in many ways which is why it is necessary for peop
A decision is expected to be made today on whether a permit will be given to the Methodist Church of Fiji to hold its Standing Committee meeting. That is the confirmation of the Ministry of Information Permanent Secreta
Police are now officially investigating an allegation of practicing sorcery against a total of 14 people. Director Police Operations, Waisea Tabakau said police were informed about a meeting taking place in Denarau last
Over 6,000 primary school students around the country will today sit for their Fiji Intermediate Exams. The Education Ministry said that the 6,634 students will sit for a total of 8 subjects in 270 centres. Exam result
A 12 year old student is admitted at the CWM hospital after she was hit by a bus in Toorak yesterday afternoon. The girl was on her way home when the accident took place. Assistant Spokesperson, Sergeant Atunaisa Soko
The Land Transport Authority will seek financial assistance from government to mount red light and street cameras around the country soon. LTA spokesperson Ratu Eroni Volavola confirmed government has given the go ahead
The National Task Force on the Pandemic H1N1 will meet at the end of the week to review the situation in light of the daily increase in the number of confirmed cases. 8 more cases were confirmed yesterday bringing the t
Fiji can expect more frequent and stronger cyclones in the coming years. University Professor and leading consultant for the UN on Climate Change, Doctor Toney Wier who was one of the Panel speakers on Day 3 of the Paci
As the whole production of what takes place in a Tadra Kahani performance is solely carried out by students, many adults walk away in awe of the raw talent that is showcased. Organisers Total Event Company Manager, Lore
FICAC has strongly objected an application from former Prime Minister Laisenia Qarase seeking permission to travel overseas saying it could be a threat to national security. Qarase has requested variations to his bail c
Please stay away and do not mingle with those who are sick with flu-like symptoms. This is the call from the Health Ministry as the total number of people confirmed with the Pandemic H1N1 continues to rise, with 8 more
The President of the Suva Retailers Association has welcomed the call be government for the relaxing of opening hours under the Public Emergency Regulations. Himmat Lodhia while reacting to the decision said many small
With a variety of themes ranging from suicide prevention to the protection of endangered animals, Tadra Kahani addresses many issues which students feel are being overlooked. Organisers Total Event Company Manager, Lore
The National Road Safety Council is calling on the relevant authorities to activate fines against those pedestrians who are caught breaking road rules. Assistant Director, Timoci Satakala said there are fines which can
The Methodist Church Standing Committee violated the permit that was given for the Annual Methodist Church conference last year according to a Police and Military National Command Centre official. Lt Ifereimi Buaserau s
A leading Church leader and Pacific Church of Conferences Chairman has criticised the leadership of churches and NGOs saying that they have shifted from one of service, to one of privilege over the past twenty years. Ad
Telecommunication providers in the country have asked the Commerce Commission for more time to make submissions on the interconnectivity rates. Commerce Commission Chairman Dr. Mahendra Reddy said they do not want the t
More than 4000 students and teachers from 15 different schools in the Western division are currently taking part in a Sci-Tech Expo organised by the University of the South Pacific held at Tilak High School in Lautoka.
