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Consumers have welcomed the announcement by the Prices and Incomes Board on the massive reduction in fuel prices which came into effect today. Motor Spirit will now be $1.58 per litre from $1.98, a decrease by 40c, dies
With the merry making accompanied with Christmas and New Year well behind us, most parents have decided to prepare early for their children's education. Many retailers in the capital city say that people are opting
Police are investigating the death of a 54 year old man of Vuda, Lautoka whose body was found on a beach this morning. Divisional Crime Officer Western, SP Vijay Singh has confirmed that the body was found this morning
Police have warned the members of the public to refrain from assaulting officers while they are carrying out their duty. This comes after a number of police officers were bashed up by members of the public during this f
Residents of Togomasi in Nadi are frustrated over the frequent water cuts in the area. A resident, Ashwin Kumar said they have not been receiving any water since last week and every time the Water Supply Department come
The Land Transport Authority has warned drivers that drastic action will be taken against anyone booked three times on charges of speeding and dangerous driving. Chief Executive Etuate Koroi said this is a strategy aime
As the festive season has just ended please ensure you are now prepared for the cyclone season which we are currently in. With the Nadi Weather Office saying that there is a likelihood of around eight to nine cyclones h
The Bureau of Statistics reveals that there was a 29.6 percent increase in the number of passengers carried by the local airlines for international flights for the third quarter last year. The reports states that compar
It has been more than two years since the eight storey Building of the Kadavu House was constructed in the heart of Suva without a tenant, however negotiations with interested tenants are in the pipeline. According to t
People had to fork out more money from their pockets for many basic items last month. The Bureau of Statistics report shows that although the price for bakery products, cereal, fresh meat, fresh and preserved fruits, da
Taxi and Bus Fares will remain the same even though the Prices and Incomes Board has announced a massive decrease in fuel prices this afternoon. Motor Spirit will now be $1.58 per litre from $1.98, a decrease by 40c, di
Workers who are members of the Fiji National Provident Fund can find themselves in financial trouble if they do not plan their retirements wisely. This warning comes from the FNPF Chairman Parmesh Chand who has revealed
My ratepayers are now asking whether or not they should continue paying their rates. These are the words of the Nasinu Mayor, Rajeshwar Kumar in light of the Interim Local Government Minister's decision to dissolve
A well known sevens rugby player charged with three counts of assault appeared before Magistrate Naomi Matanitobua today. On the 27th and 28th of December, the 7s player was drinking at an uncle's place when an argu
Scientists in Queensland, Australia say they have made a breakthrough which could allow them to eventually control Dengue Fever. Australian Researcher, Professor Scott O'Neil said that his team has successfully infe
Police continue to look for a 54yr old tourist, who has been missing since Monday afternoon. Divisional Crime Officer ASP Vijay Singh says Patrick Gopal Reddy of Sydney was last seen drinking with his friends in Dreketi
The 12 year old girl who was allegedly gang raped by seven men last week in Dreketi has now been admitted at the Labasa Hospital. Police confirms the victim was brought in from Dreketi this morning and her medical exami
Police have this morning arrested the seven men who allegedly gang raped a 12 year old student in Dreketi last week. It has been confirmed that Seaqaqa Police are in the process of laying charges against the seven and t
In trying to keep up with the changing times and enhanced technology and to deliver better services to the people, a three member team has been appointed to review the Roles and responsibilities of the Fiji Media Council
Police have questioned and released the two men in relation to the firearm which was sold to a businessman on Christmas Eve. Deputy Director Operations, SP Erami Raibe said they will now question some other people as th
