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13 villagers remanded in custody

13 men from the villages of Nailuva and Nasavu appeared in the Rakiraki Magistrate Court last night charged with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, damaging property and trespassing. Five men from Nailuva village and

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Maintain current prices - Wong

Tourism Fiji is hoping that hotel and resort owners will not implement significant increases to their food and beverage prices. Chairman Patrick Wong said after the devaluation of the Fiji dollar by 20% in April, the pr

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Fire leaves 4 homeless

Four people are homeless after two lean-to homes were destroyed by fire on Saturday night in Lautoka. Investigations are continuing as to how the fire started at Nasir Place which destroyed two lean-to homes located jus

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5 days remain

Only five days remain before the biggest trade show, Fiji Showcase 2009, opens its doors, and preparations are well underway to ensure an unforgettable experience for the entire family. With over 80,000 people expected

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Police work to reconcile differences

The Fiji Police is now looking at ways to reconcile the difference between the villagers of Nasavu and Nailuva in Ra after a man was killed when a brawl broke out between the men from the two villages. Spokesperson Atun

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Annual Church conference stopped

The annual Methodist Church of Fiji Conference scheduled to be held in August this year in Rewa has been stopped by the Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) and the Fiji Police Force. A joint statement issued by the RFMF and the

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Special court sitting for villagers

13 men will appear in a special court sitting this afternoon charged with assault and damaging property over the brawl between villagers of Nasavu and Nailuva in Ra as police continue to interrogate others over the death

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AFL rates to be reviewed soon

The Commerce Commission is soon expected to start work on reviewing the rates charged by Airports Fiji Limited. AFL has confirmed to Fijivillage that a proposal has been made to the Commission to review its aeronautical

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5 days till biggest trade show

Only five days remain before the biggest trade show, the Fiji Showcase 2009 opens its doors and preparations are well underway to ensure an unforgettable experience for the entire family. With over 80,000 people expecte

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13 charged over village brawl

13 men have been charged over the brawl between villagers of Nasavu and Nailuva in Ra as police continue to interrogate others over the death a man during the incident. Police Spokesperson Atunaisa Sokomuri confirmed th

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Fiji faces NZ again in quarters

The Digicel Fiji 7s team will face New Zealand again in the Scotland 7s quarterfinal tonight after going through the pool games unbeaten. The Iliesa Tanivula coached side opened they Scotland campaign with a 41-7 win ag

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Unidentified man fights for life

An unidentified man is fighting for his life at the CWM Hospital and police are calling on people living near Laqere, Nepani and Tovata to contact your nearest police station if a family member is missing from home. Po

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WHO concerned about smokers in Fiji

The World Health Organization (WHO) is concerned that large group of people in Fiji are smokers. WHO representative and Officer in Charge Dr.Corrine Capuano said the only way the number can be reduced is people to quit

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Fiji Warriors create history

The Air Pacific Fiji Warriors have created history in winning the Pacific Rugby Cup title for the first time in Apia yesterday beating the Upolu Samoa 19-7. It was the Warriors first ever win since the PRC started in 20

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Savusavu man charged for murder

A 36-year-old man from Savusavu has been charged with one count of murder and one count of an act with intent to cause bodily harm for the alleged murder of 24-year-old Iowane Urai in Nawi, Savusavu, earlier this week.

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Man fights for life

An unidentified man is fighting for his life at the CWM Hospital and police are calling on people living near Laqere, Nepani and Tovata to contact your nearest police station if a family member is missing from home. Po

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Unprofessional - former netball boss

Former Netball Fiji president Adi Makelesi Lutuciri believes that it is "unprofessional" the way Netball Fiji officials terminated the services of national coach Melissa Walker and team manager Venina Galuinadi

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16 percent are smokers

Over 600 million cigarettes are smoked in the country each year and 16% of the total population are smokers. The Health Ministry organized the World No Tobacco Day Launch in Nausori this morning where chief guest Commis

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Milk prices to remain same

Despite the increased costs, Rewa Dairy Cooperative has confirmed that it will maintain the current price of milk and other dairy products for the time being. However, Rewa Dairy chairman Ratu Josefa Serulagilagi said t

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Something for everyone at Showcase

With over 80,000 people expected at Fiji Showcase 2009, it is an event like no other in the country and an event which has something for everyone. There will be over 130 booths at Fiji Showcase with 5 international ente

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