Police charge youths over rape
Police have charged two youths in relation to a rape in Nausori last Sunday, while two others have been questioned and released. The Divisional Crime Officer Eastern, ASP Ramesh Chand told Legend FM news that one man h
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15 year olds questioned on alleged rape
Sigatoka Police are questioning two 15 year old Secondary School students of Nadroga for allegedly gang raping a 19 year old woman early this week. Assistant Spokesperson Corporal Suliano Tevita has confirmed that the t
Rokovada remains in the dark
Fiji's Former High Commissioner to India Luke Rokovada remains in the dark over the reasons he has been recalled, only months after the interim government had confirmed that he will be allowed to continue. When cont
ATH to seek update from Waradi
Amalgmated Telecom Holdings will today try to meet Interim Commerce and Communication Minister, Taito Waradi to get an update on reports that current telecommunication license holders will be issued new licenses tomorrow
Shopping hour restrictions should be re-looked at
The Government should relook at their shopping hour restrictions as it is affecting the public and it is unfair on shop owners. Speaking to Village News, Suva Retailers Association President, Himmat Lodhia said that rep
Interin govt called on to reconsider tax
The only betting agency in Fiji, Grant Water House Group of companies is concerned it may be forced to close down its operations in Fiji as the Ministry of Finance has imposed a new policy on gaming returns. After the i
Record number expected at street party
A Record number of people are expected to flock to the annual Village street party to welcome in the New Year. With 15,000 watts of sound and a complete street closed off for you to farewell 2007, Organizers Total Event
Western Mayor under investigation
Police are investigating alleged misconduct by a Mayor in the Western Division for alleged abuse of office. Police confirmed that the Mayor is being investigated for allegedly issuing trading permits to a certain superm
AFL implements changes to board
Current Chairman of Airports Fiji Limited has alleged that there was a lack of direction and inadequate systems put in place by the previous Board which has allowed the abuse of funds within the company. After a special
7 in custody for alleged rape
Seven men are in police custody awaiting charges for allegedly raping a 19 year old girl in Sigatoka on Christmas night. Sigatoka Police confirm that the victim was returning home, when the men grabbed her and took her
Rewa Delta Villagers without water
Villages in the Rewa Delta say they have been without water supply since Christmas Day. A number of residents have called Village this morning to express their frustration. They say that they tried calling the PWD in Na
Police yet to identify hospitalized man
Police are yet to identify a man who is admitted in Lautoka Hospital after he was found unconscious in a drain in Waiyavi Lautoka on Christmas morning. A Police patrol Unit discovered him after directives from a senior
Man Found Unconscious in Lautoka
A man is admitted in Lautoka Hospital after he was found unconscious in a drain near Yalandi Playground in Waiyavi, Lautoka, early yesterday morning. A police patrol discovered him after directives from a senior office
No Decision Yet on Further Pay Cut
As thousands of civil servants remain concerned going into the new year that another pay cut is being considered by the interim government, the Public Service Commission stresses that no decision has been made on the mat
Fiji/Aust Police Discuss Porn Ring
Fiji Police has not ruled out the possibility that the child pornography ring uncovered in Australia last week could have links to Fiji via locals or expatriates. Chief of Staff-Operations, SSP Berenando Daveta confirms
Service Station Robbed
Police are looking for a man who robbed a 34 year old service station manager on Monday afternoon. The incident occurred at Total Service Station in Meiguniah, Nadi Back Road, when the manager and his 22 year accountant
Police Presence Beefed Up at Picnic Spots
Police presence in picnic spots around the country will be beefed up today as thousands of families are expected to head to the beaches this Boxing Day. Speaking to Village News, Police Chief of Staff-Operations, SSP Be
Woman Allegedly Raped by 4
Four men are expected to be charged later today for allegedly gang raping a 23 year old woman. Divisional Crime Officer Eastern, ASP Ramesh Chand has confirmed this morning that they have had to release some of suspects
Police Follow Strong Leads
Police are now following some strong leads in trying to track down a man for questioning after a 35 year old woman of Nabua was found unconscious inside a motel in Suva on Monday. Director CID, Waisea Vakamocea said the
PSC Yet to Decide on Court Ruling
The Public Service Commission is yet to confirm if it will appeal the ruling by the High Court in relation to the retirement age in the civil service to remain at 60 years old. PSC Chairman Rishi Ram said they will make