FDB demands $3M from NLTB
The Fiji Development Bank has demanded that the Native Land Trust Board pay $3 million to the FDB which was loaned by businessman Ballu Khan and the company Vanua Development Corporation. Prime Minister Commodore Frank
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Health Ministry battles to stop H1N1
Travellers coming into the country from Australia and New Zealand are being advised to try and minimize contact with the general public for upto three days as the Ministry of Health battles to stop the spread of Influenz
Collision kills company director
A 24 year old company director of Varadoli, Ba, died instantly after his car collided with a truck in Moto, Ba, last night. Assistant spokesperson Sergeant Atunaisa Sokomuri has confirmed that Rishil Pratap was heading
Police investigate discovery of a body at Walubay
Police are investigating the discovery of a body at Walubay last night. Assistant Police Spokesperson, Atunaisa Sokomuri confirms the deceased is a foreign national who was businessman. His body was discovered at his o
RBF revises policy
People wishing to purchase insurance for covers not available locally are no longer required to obtain multiple quotes from the domestic market as done before. The Reserve Bank has revised its policy on the placement of
Police suspect murder
A team of Police officers are still looking for evidence at Sawani-Serea road where 40 year old Shalesh Prakash's body was found early yesterday morning. Divisional Crime Officer Eastern, ASP Aurther White said acco
Water problem solved in Village
Close to 2000 people who live close to Nalebaleba village in the upper Valley road in Sigatoka will no longer face water problems after the government of Japan funded a water project for them. Through the Grant Assistan
Anxiety grows for hostage victims family
Anxiety is growing for the family of 32 year old Wayne Suliana who is still being held hostage by Somali pirates after their German vessel, the Hansa Stravenga was seized off the Horn of Africa on April 5th. Speaking to
Weather fails to dampen spirits
Despite the wet weather in Suva, tourists of the cruise ship Pacific Star that docked in Suva today were seen enjoying themselves in the capital. A tourist from Auckland, New Zealand, Jane, told Fijivillage that she enj
Air Fiji board members tightlipped
As stakeholders and employees remain in the dark over the future of Air Fiji Limited, board members are tightlipped on the decisions reached at their board meeting in China last week. When contacted this morning, Air Fi
Savusavu wants more tourist ships
The Savusavu Chamber of Commerce is now working with relevant authorities to increase the number of cruise ships visiting Savusavu. President Mahesh Charan said the Savusavu economy mainly relies on the tourism industry
Rain, wind to continue
Most parts of the country will face similar rainy and windy conditions until tomorrow. Director Nadi Weather Office Rajendra Prasad said a trough of low pressure with associated cloud and showers lies slow moving over t
No agreement between Rewa Rice/Investors
The Australian investors who had earlier shown interest in buying shares in Rewa Rice Limited and improving their plant for commercial rice farming are now looking at setting up their own rice mill. The two investors p
Cruise Liner visits Savusavu
Stakeholders are trying to uplift the image of Savusavu town with more cruise liners expected to dock at the hidden paradise over the next few months. Managing director of Trip N Tour Edward Bower said they have to put
Preparations underway for festival
With a little over 20 days to go for the upcoming Pacific Youth Festival, preparations are well underway. Fiji Alumni president Jacob Itautoka said close to 800 youths from 25 regional countries are expected to converge
2 confirmed H1N1 cases
There are now two confirmed cases of Influenza A H1N1 in Fiji. The first case a 36 year old man in Nadi who was confirmed of having the virus on Saturday, while the second case a 32 year old man also in Nadi was confirm
Low pressure system slow moving
If you have been experiencing strong winds and occasional rainfall from last night right through to this morning, please do not panic as the Nadi Weather Office has confirmed that this is due to a trough of low pressure
Accept changes PM tells villagers
Prime Minister Commodore Frank Bainimarama has reiterated to the people of Tailevu North to accept the changes that his government will bring about because it is positive for Fiji's future. Speaking to the villagers
PSC to centralize operations of ministries
The Public Service Commission is hoping to bring down operational costs by centralizing the operations of various ministries. Chairman Josefa Serulagilagi said at the moment they are focusing on Suva and Lautoka, especi
Police officer dies during rugby match
A police officer collapsed and died during a rugby match in Lawaqa Park, Sigatoka, on Saturday. Assistant spokesperson Sergeant Atunaisa Sokomuri has confirmed that the officer who was playing in a local league competit