Respect Media Freedom: Tarte
The Chairman of the Fiji Media Council Daryl Tarte reiterated that the government must respect the independence of the media. Speaking at the 10th Attorney General's conference today in Sigatoka Tarte spoke on the
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Change Leave Pay Arrangements: FEF
The Fiji Employers Federation has raised the issue of leave pay at the 10th Attorney General's Conference in Sigatoka yesterday highlighting the need to protect employees from losing more of their workers. Chairman
Interim PM Sends Condolence Message
The Interim Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama has sent a message of sympathy and condolence to the Prime Minister of the Government of India through the Indian High Commissioner based in Suva condemning the attacks in Mum
Store Water, Rakiraki Residents Told
Residents in Rakiraki and Tavua have been asked to store water as you might experience water disruptions due to the heavy rain currently being experienced. Divisional Western Water Engineer Samuela Tubui said residents
Understand Other Religions: Ratu Joni
Former Vice President and Roko Tui Bau Ratu Joni Madraiwiwi has called for understanding towards other religious organisations. Ratu Joni made this call while officially launching the 50th Anniversary of Sanatan History
Fiji To Meet Samoa In Cup Quarters
The Digicel Fiji 7s team finished in second place in Pool D and will now meet Samoa in the Cup quarterfinals tonight. Fiji started the Dubai 7s tournament well after beating USA 47-12 in their opening pool match. But th
Flats Under Water, Roads Closed
Naqoro flats in Rakiraki are under flood waters and many roads have been closed to all traffic. Flood waters are also near Rakiraki town and nearby areas and parts of Kings Road is also closed. A resident Sanjit Mahara
Ray Of Hope For Squatters
There is a ray of hope for people living in squatter settlements around the country as Municipal Councils have decided to try and develop proper, attractive and affordable housing sites. The Council under the guidance o
Taunovo Beach Private Estates Launched
The new Taunovo Beach Private Estates was launched last night in Suva which is an integrated residential resort enabling residents to enjoy a resort lifestyle. According to Chief Executive Officer Taunovo Bay, Mitch Hag
Flash Flooding In Rakiraki
Heavy rainfall last night has resulted in flash flooding in Rakiraki town and nearby areas. A resident, Sanjit Maharaj said some roads like Gallau Rd, Waimari Rd, FSC Caulasi Rd, Rawasa and Korotale Rd are under flood w
FAME Award Winner Scopes Another
Two time FAME Award winning student Journalist, Riteshni Singh scooped another award at the University of the South Pacific Awards ceremony last night. Singh who won the Living Pacific Tanoa Award for Journalism Student
Judicial Appointment Process Less Political Here
Acting Chief Justice Anthony Gates stresses that there is definitely far less politics in judicial appointments in Fiji compared to some other countries as the final say here on judge appointments is with the President.
There Is A Need For Recordings: Shameem
Isn’t it time that we all saw what happens at the police stations during an interview of a suspect as there are advantages for the police force in greater transparency. That was a questioned posed to the delegates
Judge Stresses Need For Reforms
High Court Judge Justice Nazhat Shameem has stressed the need for reforms in the criminal justice system to ensure access to justice for all and that justice is delivered in a timely and fair manner for all citizens. Wh
Police Find Difficulties Recovering Bus
Police are finding difficulties in recovering the tourist bus which tumbled down a slope in the Nausori Highlands in Nadi yesterday and claiming the lives of four tourists yesterday. Director Traffic SSP Ramend Raj told
SCC Move Appreciated
Many restaurant owners in Suva today finished a 3 day Restaurant Operators and Safety workshop learning about how to keep restaurants and food clean. A well known restaurant in Suva Joji's owner, Larry appreciated t
Fiji’s Judiciary Survives Continuous Attacks
The Acting Chief Justice Anthony Gates raised the question while opening the 10th Attorney General's Conference in Sigatoka today on whether Fiji should continue to succumb to requests by overseas groups to assess wh
Teachers Assured Permanent Employment
Over 300 teacher graduates have been assured permanent employment with the Ministry of Education next year to ensure adequate number of teachers is assigned to schools around the country. A total of 180 teachers graduat
Kadavu Will Not Attend GCC Meet
The Bose ni Vanua of Kadavu has decided that they will not be accepting the invitation to be part of the Bose ni Turaga meeting scheduled next month. Kadavu Provincial Council Chairman Ratu Varani Rayawa said the decisi
Woman Charged For Alleged Murder
A 33-year-old woman charged with the alleged murder of her de-facto husband at a motel in Waimanu road last week was today told to seek legal advice. Mereoni Koroi appeared before Judge Justice Daniel Goundar this morni