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Civil servants expected to be questioned

Police are expected to question two senior civil servants and a metal contractor soon, for allegedly being involved in the water meter racket. Divisional Crime Officer Northern, ASP Luke Rawalai has confirmed that two c

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Education can change a political/cultural mindset

Education at the academic and at the community level is but one of the solutions that can help change a person's political and cultural mindset. University of the South Pacific Academic and Political Scientist, Dr S

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FNPF taken for a ride

The Fiji National Provident Fund was taken for a ride. These are the words of Chairman of the Natadola Bay Resort Limited, Felix Anthony, in a statement released, who adds that the internal audit and special investigati

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Good news for residents of Ba

Good News for residents of Ba facing water cuts. A new water pump has been installed at the Ba Water Supply Department, to boost water supply in the greater Ba area facing water cuts. Interim Utilities Minister, Jone N

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Workshop to help train squatter representatives

A workshop will be held today at ECREA, to start training squatter settlement representatives to assist them in identifying the type of assistance that can be administered to these settlements. The survey which will be

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Electoral reforms to be discussed when Charter is implemented

Interim Attorney General, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum has revealed that the proposed electoral reforms will be discussed at length when the People's Charter is implemented. Sayed-Khaiyum said with the Interim Prime Minister

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No action taken yet against Volavola

The Local Government Ministry is yet to take action against Suva Lord Mayor, Ratu Peni Volavola for using the mayoral vehicle during the Methodist Church conference in Macuata last month. Interim Local Government Minist

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22yr old charged for alleged rape

Police have taken a 22 year old youth from Bulileka Labasa into custody for allegedly raping a form three student. Labasa Police confirms the incident happened between 6.30 and 7pm Monday. It is alleged that the youth

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No charges laid against Francis Herman

Former Fiji Broadcasting Corporation Chief Executive, Francis Herman was allowed to leave the country yesterday because he has been cleared of the allegations leveled against him. FICAC spokesperson, Semi Koroi confirms

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Devo pleads not guilty

The Commissioner Central Inoke Devo has today pleaded not guilty to charges of official corruption, 2 counts of extortion by public offices, 2 counts of misconduct in public office, when he appeared before Magistrate Van

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Interim AG concerned with PCPI claims

Interim Attorney General, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum has raised serious concern over the continuous statements being made by the Pacific Centre for Public Integrity, Angie Heffernan questioning the independence of the judiciary

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Herman allowed to leave country

Former Fiji Broadcasting Corporation Chief Executive, Francis Herman was allowed to leave the country earlier today. Immigration Director, Commander Viliame Naupoto has confirmed that he received a directive from Interi

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Youth allegedly rapes student

Police have taken a 22 year old youth from Bulileka Labasa into custody for allegedly raping a form three student. Labasa Police confirms the incident happened between 6.30 and 7 last night. It is alleged the youth too

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2 Church Ministers charged

Police have arrested and charged two church ministers for allegedly indecently assaulting 16 girls aged between 12 and 16 years. Divisional Police Commander Eastern, SSP Emosi Baleinuku has confirmed that the two were c

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EU to continue supporting Fiji

The Council of the European Union has decided to put in place a framework for Europe, to continue to assist and encourage Fiji is fully restoring democratic principles, respect for human rights and the rule of law. The

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Consultations Needed on Electoral Reform

Former Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka said the electoral reform proposed by Interim Prime Minister, Commodore Frank Bainimarama regarding the right to vote for only one candidate, irrespective of race or religion should

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FICTU Wants Stop to Restructure

The Fiji Islands Council of Trade Unions said the interim government should not go ahead doing the restructure of Government Supplies and Public Works Department as it does not have the mandate of the people. General Se

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Use Peaceful Means to Air Views

Use peaceful means to make your views public. These are the words of Pacific Centre for Public Integrity Director Angie Heffernan who refers to the People's Charter and said that the proposed Charter is an attempt

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Firm decision expected on 3 former Nadi Town Councillors

A firm decision is expected to be made later today on three former councillors of Nadi Town Council who were terminated earlier this year. Interim Local Government Minister, Jone Navakamocea told Village News that the o

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Man charged with shop breaking

A 28 year old man is in police custody after he was caught by a police officer on patrol, when he came out from a supermarket in Lautoka with two bags of stolen items yesterday. The man has been charged with Shop Breaki

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