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Police Look for Robbers
Police are looking for two men who robbed and indecently assaulted a 68 year old woman in Vanuabalavu Lau on Monday night. Assistant Police Spokesperson, Corporal Josaia Weicavu confirms the woman was sleeping at home w
Fijian Admin team member says they are in the dark
One of the members of the Fijian Administration review team led by Colonel Apakuki Kurusiga said they are in the dark over the proposal from a consultant from India, that all native land reserve should be de-reserved. K
Kadavu Holdings Directors to meet AG
The directors of the Kadavu Holdings Limited are expected to meet with the Interim Attorney General, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum later today to settle the dispute over the renting of Kadavu House in Suva. Kadavu Provincial Coun
No deal says FIRCA
The Fiji Islands Revenue and Customs Authority has rejected the offer from Natural Waters of Viti Limited to refer their tax dispute to binding arbitration. FIRCA CEO Jitoko Tikolevu confirmed to Village that after advi
Westech opts to remain silent
The Westech Mining Company has opted to remain silent on the negotiations between the company and Fiji Islands Revenue and Customs Authority on the blocked gold exports. Director Brian Wesson this morning said he will c
Kadavu Council awaits response from Chaudhry
The Kadavu Provincial Council is now awaiting a response from Interim Finance Minister Mahendra Chaudhry to try and settle the dispute over the renting of Kadavu House in Suva. Council Chairman and Director of Kadavu Ho
Hospital continues to treat Typhoid patients
The Rakiraki hospital continues to treat patients suffering from Typhoid. The General Manager Health Services Western Doctor Tharid Ali said they are only getting typhoid cases from Rakiraki as Ra is the only area to ha
GCC recommendations Endorsed by Cabinet
The interim cabinet has incorporated the recommendations on the proposed changes to the Great Council of Chiefs by the Special Task Force, into the Fijian Affairs GCC regulations 2008. Interim Prime Minister, Commodore
Land Owners Say Needed-NLTB
The Native Land Trust Board has today stressed that no native land reserves can be de-reserved without the approval of the mataqali. This follows revelations that the report by a consultant from India, Doctor M Krishnam
Interim PM Leaves for India
Interim Prime Minister, Commodore Frank Bainimarama left for India today. The PM's office confirms that the primary purpose of Bainimarama’s visit is to tour and inspect facilities at Batra Hospital in New Del
Natural Waters puts Proposal to FIRCA
Natural Waters of Viti Limited has put a proposal to the Fiji Islands Revenue and Customs Authority to settle their dispute over taxes on its exports through an independent arbitrator. In a statement, Natural Waters con
Tribunal Questions Fatiaki’s Absence
The Three Member Tribunal appointed to conduct an inquiry against the suspended Chief Justice Daniel Fatiaki have questioned whether Justice Fatiaki will appear before them at any stage of the proceedings. As the Tribu
Judges Have Power to Summon People
The Chief Registrar has today clarified that the judges of the High Court and the Fiji Court of Appeal have powers to summon people to appear before them if the need arises. Emosi Koroi's comment comes after Fiji Wo
Murderer Sentenced to 10 years Imprisonment
The husband of a 19 year old former Fiji citizen, Nileshni Singh charged with murdering her two years ago was today sentenced to 10 years imprisonment by a court in Lynbrook Melbourne. Amitesh Jagroop who was charged wi
Law Society Hits Out at a Newspaper Company
The Fiji Law Society has hit out at a newspaper company for publishing an incorrect paragraph with the Society's statement in today's Daily Post. Society President Isireli Fa said the first Paragraph in the Dail
Two New Companies to get Mobile Licence
The Commerce and Communication Ministry is expected to provide two new companies with mobile licences at the end of this month. Interim Commerce and Communication Minister, Tom Rickets confirms four companies have shown
FTA to call on PSC to continue COLA talks
The Fijian Teachers Association will soon be calling on the Public Service Commission to resume talks on their claims for Cost of Living Adjustment or COLA payments. General Secretary Maika Namudu said life is becoming
AG is Missing the Point-Beddoes
The Ousted Opposition Leader said the Interim Attorney General is missing the point. Mick Beddoes is responding to comments by Aiyaz Saiyed Khaiyum stating that when former judges, Justice Ward and Justice Coventry made
Alleged Murder Suspect Still being Questioned
Police in Rakiraki are still questioning a 32-year-old man in relation to the alleged murder of his girlfriend whose body was found inside a fertilizer sack in Ra a few weeks ago. Divisional Crime Officer Western, SP Vi