Savou names unchanged line-up
Digicel Fiji 7's coach Josateki Savou has named an unchanged line-up for tonight’s Dubai 7's 1/4 final against Scotland. Captain Etonia Naba will lead the forwards with Viliame Maya and young Rupeni Nasiga
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Fiji needs independent body
Fiji needs a well represented and independent body to oversee the Justice system and to make sure that the process of choosing Judges is not biased. The Judicial services Commission compromising of the Chief Justice, th
Judge Anthony Gates wants changes
The Acting Chief Justice, Judge Anthony Gates has highlighted a number of changes he is willing to bring in the justice system. Speaking to Legend FM News during the 9th Attorney General's Conference, Justice Gates
Nasir Ali on 2 days leave
The Fiji Police Force is unaware by when the investigation against Assistant Police Commissioner Crime, Nasir Ali will be completed. Deputy Police Commissioner, Eroni Antonio confirms that Ali has taken two days leave h
Suspended GCC members seek injunction
Terminated members of the Great Council of Chiefs have made applications, to seek a High Court injunction to halt the proposed changes to the chiefly body. Lawyer representing two of the terminated members, Ratu Ovini B
7’s team on course
The Digicel Fiji 7's team is on course to end their 8 years losing streak in the Dubai 7's after an impressive outing in the pool games. The Josateki Savou coached side beat Argentina 31-19 in their opening pool
Interim PM chief guest for Scouts meeting
Interim Prime Minister Commodore Frank Bainimarama will be the chief guest in the 10th Scouts Jamboree meeting at Nasamila District School in Kiuva Tailevu. Organizer Mrs. Mere Waibuta said that it is important for the
Archari on special leave-FIRCA
After the internal audit is completed, General Manager Development Services Pramod Archari, will return to work. These are the words of the Fiji Islands Revenue and Customs Board Chairman, Filipe Bole who said that righ
Travel ban to remain in place
New Zealand's Foreign Affairs Minister, Winston Peters said its policy on the Fiji travel Ban is not inconsistent and will remain in place until democracy is restored. Winston Peters said their approach to the ban r
Buksh to be laid to rest today
Legendary radio personality, colourful story teller and famous auctioneer, Lulu Buksh will be laid to rest after a funeral service that will be held at his residence in Delainavesi at 11 o 'clock this morning. Lulu
Electoral reform vital
Ethnic groups will be pitted against each other if we do not go ahead with the Electoral Reform. Speaking at the 9th Attorney General's Conference in Sigatoka this morning, Interim Prime Minister, Commodore Frank B
Beddoes turns down invitation
Ousted Opposition Leader, Mick Beddoes has turned down an invitation from the President, Ratu Josefa Iloilo to join the National Council for Building a Better Fiji. Beddoes said he felt very strongly that certain matter
AUS vows to improve relations with Pacific states
Australian Prime Minister-elect Kevin Rudd said his government will try to improve the strained relations with South Pacific Island countries left behind by the John Howard government. While, the Howard government was k
Cultural Obligations Major Hurdle
High Court Judge Justice Nazhat Shameem believes that our cultural obligations are a major hurdle in the fight against corruption in Fiji. Speaking at the Attorney General's Conference in Nadi, Justice Shameem stres
Neutral/Trustworthy lawyers needed
Following calls for independence and transparency of the judicial system the Interim Prime Minister has come out and said that the public needs neutral and trustworthy lawyers and judges. Speaking at the launch of the A
Alleged plotters denied bail again
11 men charged in relation to the alleged plot to assassinate the Interim Prime Minister and others, have been denied bail by High Court Judge, Justice Daniel Gounder. While delivering his judgment on the bail applicati
Soldier pleads not guilty
A soldier charged with the alleged murder of Nakelo villager, Nimilote Verebasaga today pleaded not guilty to the charges against him when he first appeared in the High Court. Corporal Maika Vuniwawa was served with ful
Qarase denies claims
The plans for the Official Prime Minister's home to be built by the Qarase led government has been made public with estimates of the costs for the construction of the official residence. Plans that were prepared for
Tax not for public consumption
A person's tax affairs are not for public consumption, it is only between the tax company and the tax payer. This is the view of the Fiji Island Revenue and Customs Authority Board Chairman, Filipe Bole in light of
Police hunt for robbers
Police are hunting for six men who robbed a 36 year old Company Director of cash, mobile phones and other items valued at more than $11,000. The incident happened yesterday in Wailoku when the family members were asleep