15 year old allegedly defiled
A 22-year-old man from Lomaivuna, Naitasiri is expected to be questioned by Police for allegedly defiling a 15-year-old student earlier this month. The man's identity is known to Police and he is expected to be take
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Search continues for 52yr old
Police and villagers continue their search for a 52 year old man of Raviravi, Ba, who drowned near Sonaisali Resort last week. Azmat Ali went out fishing with four others when his 19 year old son fell into the sea and s
Youths double minded about Earth Hour
Fiji will be joining over 1,000 cities around the world next Saturday in observing Earth Hour. But some of the youths Fijivillage spoke to are double minded about the event saying it coincides with the Hong Kong Sevens.
74 houses at Tacirua dismantled
The Housing Authority has dismantled 74 houses situated at Namara Settlement at Tacirua Subdivision. Chief Executive Alipate Naiorosui confirmed that 74 houses were dismantled on Sunday and they are continuing with the
FNPF’s investments at $3.6 billion
FNPF Board members have reassured their members that investments undertaken by the fund are for their benefit. Board Chairman Parmesh Chand said so far the Fund has $3.6 billion in investment with $285 million being th
ATH says they wanted market open
The Amalgamated Telecom Holdings had always wanted to open the telecommunications market for competition because it would be good for the people. This is after the announcement by the interim Attorney General Aiyaz Saye
Unions to talk to lawyers on next action
Unions are already talking to their lawyers for their next course of action about the Appeal Courts decision to take the retirement age to 55. Fijian Teachers Association General Secretary Maika Namudu said the Associat
Farmer charged for alleged murder
A 38-year-old farmer will today appear in the Lautoka Magistrate Court for the alleged murder of Tomuka Shopkeeper Prem Narayan over the weekend. The farmer was last night charged by Lauotka Police for one count of murd
96 charged for not wearing seatbelts
People who do not use seatbelts become living death traps. The Land Transport Authority (LTA) who carried out a sting operation in the Central Division from Korovou right up to Navua have booked 96 drivers for not using
Pacific Sun increases services
Local airline Pacific Sun has increased its services to Vanualevu and more outer islands. General Manager Manoa Kamikamica said due to the increase in demand and passengers they increased their network. Meanwhile, P
Competition to now dictate prices
A major announcement today as the price control order for telecommunication rates has been lifted. This means that competition will dictate the prices. Interim Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum made the announcement
FNPF reveals policy changes
The Fiji National Provident Fund has today revealed policy changes to be implemented in April, which it terms short-term pains for long-term gains. Board chairman Parmesh Chand said for local education assistance, shor
Condemn attacks-CCF calls on Interim PM
The Citizens Constitutional Forum is calling on the Interim Prime Minister to strongly condemn the recent spate of attacks on the personal property of prominent people who share similar views on democracy. Executive Dir
Arson suspected in MH fire
The fire that completely destroyed the MH Supermarket and Homemaker in Labasa a few weeks ago is suspected to have been set deliberately by someone. Crime officers from the Labasa Police Station have confirmed they are
Mother in court for alleged murder
A 29 year old mother charged with the murder of her baby appeared in the Lautoka Court this afternoon. It is alleged that on 4th March, Merewalesi Niusiladi dumped her baby which was later found on a beach in Lautoka.
Catholics re-enact crosswalk
With just over 3 weeks remaining for Easter, the highlights of the Catholic Church is the crosswalk and individual sacrifices. The crosswalk symbolizes Jesus' life journey ending with his death on a cross to save m
Police charge youths
Police have laid charges against four youths who allegedly hacked one of their friends with a knife yesterday. Police spokesperson Atunaisa Sokomuri said the four have been charged with act with intent to cause grievous
Excessive withdrawals forces new policies
The Fiji National Provident Fund has now come up with new policies to ensure funds put aside by members are mainly used for retirement purposes and nothing else. Board chairman Parmesh Chand said these measures are bein
AG’s Chambers appeal upheld
An appeal by the Attorney General's chambers against the $20,000 it was ordered to pay Former Vice President of the Fiji Law Society Tupou Draunidalo has been upheld by the Fiji Court of Appeal this morning. The AG&
Pacific Sun starts new service
Local airline Pacific Sun has started its services from Nadi Airport to Taunovo Bay Airport from this morning. General Manager, Manoa Kamikamica said due to the increase in demand and passengers, their 19 seater planes