Ministry revives programme
In efforts to bring about a new level of accountability within the school system, the Visiting Teacher Programme will be revived as the External School Inspectorate Programme. Interim Education Minister Filipe Bole said
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Fiji 7s team finds rhythm
The Digicel Fiji Sevens team remains on track to defend the Melrose Cup in Dubai after an impressive win in their last pool game defeating France 38-5. While a lot of questions had been raised on whether the side has wh
IG to change spending habits
The interim government is now looking into ways to reduce its operating expenditure and divert money into improving the infrastructure. Interim Prime Minister Commodore Frank Bainimarama in a press conference yesterday
Injunction to be sought against Dr Mudaliar
State solicitors are expected to file for an injunction in the High Court to try and stop Dr Sachida Mudaliar from practicing medicine after he re-opened his surgery in Nabua earlier this week. It has been confirmed tha
Stop sexual violence
Stop sexual violence against women and children. These were the thoughts of many who participated in “Reclaim the Night” yesterday evening as they took the streets of Suva in a March organized by the Fiji Wo
Fiji Centre for Arts opened
About 80 students will benefit from the new Fiji Centre for Arts that was opened last night. Speaking at the opening ceremony, Interim Education Minister Filipe Bole stated that the Fiji Arts Council had never found a p
We are ready - Tanivula
There is no other way. Cut out the mistakes and pile up the points against USA and France. That’s the message from the Digicel Fiji Sevens coach Iliesa Tanivula in Dubai as they get ready for their second World
Nothing brings patriotism like rugby
Nothing brings out the patriotism in Fiji citizen's than rugby and the world cup sevens as there has been a rush to buy Fiji flags as we gear up for the Digicel Fiji Sevens teams' second match. The major superma
Do not blame Dec 5th
The Interim Prime Minister has today stated that people should take the global financial crisis into account before speaking about Fiji's economy. In a press conference today, Interim Prime Minister Commodore Frank
Implementing right policy crucial for stability - RBF
The Reserve Bank of Fiji says it recognises that consistently implementing the right policy mix will be crucial in regaining stability and re-establishing a higher economic growth path for Fiji. RBF Governor, Savenaca
57 year old arrested
Police Major Fraud Unit officers have arrested a 57 year old man who was allegedly providing herbal therapy services from a motel room in Suva. Assistant Police spokesperson Corporal Suliano Tevita said their officers r
Will power key to fighting bribery
The Transparency International believes people should be strong enough to say no to bribery. A workshop on Bribery and Corruption was organized by the organization at the Pacific Theological Center in Laucala Bay and De
Attar Singh Welcomes CMAG deadline
The Chairperson of the Movement for Democracy has welcomed the move by the Commonwealth Ministerial Action group to set a deadline for Fiji to conduct elections. Attar Singh said the worrying part is that the Interim Pr
Tough road for Digicel Fiji 7s team
It is a tough road ahead for the Digicel Fiji 7s team as it plays its remaining pool games in the next few hours in the World Cup 7s. Although Fiji managed to beat Georgia in its first pool match early this morning by
7s televised in hospital
Even the sick in hospital will be cheering on the Digicel Sevens team in the second pool game against USA at 8.50 tonight at the Rugby World Cup. Health Ministry spokesperson Iliesa Tora said they know the interest and
Unite behind our team
A nation united and with the whole nation behind the team, there is nothing holding the players back. Fiji Media Council chairman Daryl Tarte said the team has what it takes to be winners. Meanwhile, Joel Sahai, a M
LTA conducts bus checks
Members of the public have lodged complaints with the Land Transport Authority regarding fuel leaking from some buses, black smoke and drivers not turning off their engines when parked at the bus terminal. Land Transpor
22 year old questioned for rape
Nadi Police are questioning a 22yr old for allegedly robbing and raping a 74yr old elderly woman on Wednesday night. The retired woman was alone at home when the suspect, who was armed, forcibly entered the house and th
Thousands needed to tackle disease outbreaks in Northern Division
Around $300,000 is needed to tackle problems that have led to leptospirosis, dengue and typhoid outbreaks in the Northern Division. This has been confirmed by Health Ministry Spokesperson, Iliesa Tora who said the North
Hilton Special School receives new 15 seater van
The 124 students at the Hilton Special School today received a new 15 seater minivan from the Air Pacific Charity and Community arm called the "Wings of Hope." Speaking at the handing over ceremony of the van