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The Australian government has no plans to implement wider sanctions against Fiji. Australian Foreign Minister, Stephen Smith said calls for bans on Air Pacific flights to Australia, trade and sporting sanctions would hu
Eight magistrates and the Chief Magistrate have been appointed in the last hour by President Ratu Josefa Iloilo under the Administration of Justice Decree 2009. Chief Magistrate Ajmal Gulab Khan took his oath again b
Fijian Holdings Limited have confirmed that the acquisition of BP South West Pacific Limited is going ahead. FHL Managing Director, Sereana Qoro said overseas funding is currently being arranged. Qoro added that FHL wi
Commercial banks and lending institutions are now awaiting further information from the Reserve Bank of Fiji before they can implement the policies to counter the devaluation of the Fiji dollar by 20 percent last week.
Figures released by the Health Ministry reveal more than 1,000 diabetic patients died in 2007 compared to the previous years. According to the statistic, 1217 diabetic patients died in 2007 compared to 841 in 2006. The
A team of crime officers from Labasa are off to Savusavu to investigate the alleged murder of a security officer at a sawmill in Naqere, Savusavu, between 11pm to 12am last night. Savusavu police officers are currently
Those who drink too much yaqona have been warned to ensure they too are not behind the wheel when going home after a kava session. National Road Safety Council Director, Akapusi Tuifagalele said, not only those who drin
Police are looking for three men who allegedly killed a security officer at a sawmill in Savusavu between 11pm to 12am last night. The security officer was guarding the sawmill compound when three masked men armed with
Strategies employed by Tourism Fiji in light of the devaluation of the Fiji dollar see the move to Super Value Deals which includes a 50 percent discount in hotel rates. Chairman Patrick Wong, who said the 20 percent de
Several prisoners who have been remanded in police custody pending their appearance in the Magistrates courts around the country have had their remand period extended. Court Officials have confirmed that under the Bails
A total of three vehicles and twenty number plates that were reported stolen are still missing and police are calling for information on the whereabouts of these vehicles and number plates. Some vehicles which were stol
The Prices and Incomes Board (PIB) is working with traders in inspecting and compiling reports on complaints received against some traders who increased prices of goods under price control, following the announcement of
The Price and Incomes Board (PIB) is yet to take any action against traders who increased prices of goods, which are under price control, following the announcement of devaluation of the Fiji dollar last week. Secretary
Labasa Police are questioning a 25-year-old Seaqaqa villager for allegedly assaulting a Lomaloma villager to death over the weekend. Assistant Spokesperson Sergeant Atunaisa Sokomuri has confirmed that the man was last
The Nasinu Town Council has reminded the residents of Nasinu to work together in keeping their surroundings clean and tidy. Nasinu Administrator Meli Bogileka said people should also ensure that their town rates are pai
A Trade Unionist believes that there is very little recognition given to workers rights now days. Speaking at a function organized to celebrate International Labour Organizations 90th anniversary in Suva, Fiji Trade Uni
Labasa Police are expected to start questioning some people soon in relation to the death of a man who was allegedly assaulted in a nightclub on Friday night. Police at this stage are trying to gather more evidence rega
The Fiji Teachers Union General Secretary, Agni Deo Singh has today revealed that as part of his plans for 2009 will include working with the Ministry of Education to strengthen the Teachers Registration Board. Last wee
The Land Transport Authority will be clamping down on vehicles that are caught emitting smoke during a month long campaign. Media Liaison Officer Ratu Eroni Volavola said smoke pollution is not only a big problem in Fij
The 24 year unemployed man of Nadi, who allegedly raped a 25 year old tourist on Friday has been released on bail. He has been told to appear in the Nadi Magistrate court on the 11th of next month when a plea is expecte
