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The US Government said they will not be involved in the People's Charter Process as they do not believe that elections should be tied to the People's Charter Process. However, the US Government goes on to say th
We give rates when due and therefore those in authority should at least ensure all rate payers get the services they pay for. These are the sentiments of residents living in the areas affected by the sudden water cuts e
The Fiji Public Service Association is awaiting a response from Airports Fiji Limited to avoid the looming strike by its members later this month. Industrial Advisor Nirbhay Singh said it’s a concern that manageme
People must first understand how the Accidents and Emergency Unit works in hospitals. These are the words of CWM General Manager Dr Eloni Tora with regards to concerns raised on the lack of timely service delivery at th
Various Church groups have received a guide book to help tackle the issue of social justice in their communities. The book titled 'Reflecting on social justice: a Process for Change' was launched at the office f
The Australian Government will not assist Fiji in the consultation process for the Draft People's Charter. The Australian High Commissioner to Fiji James Batley told Fijivillage that Australia will not provide suppo
There is now confirmation that there will be no referendum held on the draft People's Charter as the National Council for Building a Better Fiji (NCBBF) does not have the time and funds. Within the next 6 weeks, the
There is no warning system in place when any of our water pump stations breakdown. The only system in place is the Scarter System which keeps count of the water level in reservoirs. Maika Nagalu the Media Liaison Office
Fiji does not have bad race relations as depicted in the Draft People's Charter said Ousted Opposition Leader Mick Beddoes. He said some measures listed in the Draft Charter like reform of the electoral system and e
The vacant 8 storey Kadavu House located in the heart of Suva is expected to be occupied soon by its new tenants however, negotiations are still underway. Kadavu Chief, Ratu Sela Nanovo confirmed the tenants will includ
The stage is set, 5,000 seats, 30,000 watts of sound, 2,000 students performing, family and friends cheering and watching with excitement of performances to come from 19 schools across the country. These elements will m
Rewa High Chief Ro Filipe Tuisawau said the answer that many landowners in the country want to know before they give up their land for lease is how much money they will get in return. Ro Filipe said while the draft Peop
The interim Attorney General stresses that media freedom is still alive and it will be illogical to say that actions by police to question a reporter have restricted media freedom. In an interview with Fijivillage, Aiya
A joint effort by police and villagers of the Keyasi highlands has led to the uprooting of more than 1,400 marijuana plants with a street value of more than $200,000. Director Operations SSP Waisea Tabakau confirmed the
Enduring a 14 hour boat ride from Qamea to Suva has made first timers Vuanicau Primary School, more determined to win the Primary Division Category for Tadra Kahani "The Dream Story Stage Show". Speaking to Fi
Suva Lawyer Savenaca Komaisavai today appeared in two courts, one in the Nasinu Magistrate's Court for the charge of escaping from lawful custody and in the Suva Magistrate's Court charged with assaulting his wif
Police have today clarified that any comments which can lead to the downfall of the interim government will be deemed as seditious. Director of Police Operations SSP Waisea Tabakau said under the Public Order Act a num
The Fiji Human Rights Commission said any person detained by the Police for whatever reason is entitled to consult a lawyer. However, in an interview with Fijivillage News on the Commission's stance on Fiji Times Jo
The Methodist Church of Fiji's stand on the Draft People's Charter is firm, they are against it. Assistant General Secretary, Reverend Tuikilakila Waqairatu said they have not changed their stance since the Draf
One of the critics of the December 5th 2006 takeover and of the interim regime explains why he has now joined the National Council for Building A Better Fiji (NCBBF). Former USP Journalism Lecturer and Currently NCBBF S
