Red Cross visits fire victims
The Fiji Red Cross Society today visited the 75 people whose bures were destroyed by a fire at Vacoko, Naboro two weeks ago, and distributed relief items worth $2695. The families received nine Orange Packs, 35 10 litre
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President endorse establishment of taskforce
The President Ratu Josefa Iloilo has endorsed the establishment of a 6 members taskforce which will be responsible to carry out a thorough review of the Great Council of Chiefs before the new GCC members are appointed.
Church Won’t Close Ba Hospital
The Methodist Church of Fiji has confirmed that it will not close the Ba Mission Hospital after an earlier threat by the Church General Secretary. Now the Methodist General Secretary, Reverend Ame Tugawe said the church
FNPF Needs Court Order-Police
Police maintain that the Fiji National Provident Fund needs a court order to move into the Yatule Island Resort in Natadola. Officer-In-Charge Sigatoka Police, ASP Salacieli Naiviliwasa has confirmed that the landowners
Joketani Cokanasiga Sworn In
The newly elected Interim Minister for Fisheries and Forest, Joketani Cokanasiga is ready to take up the challenge as cabinet minister in the Interim Government. Cokanasiga was sworn in this morning at Government House
Poor Response to Red Cross Appeal
The Fiji Red Cross Society received a poor response for their annual Door Knock Appeal this year, with less than its target reached. The weeklong fundraiser conducted between the 21st and 28th of July, direct donations
Nasinu Town Council Still Being Investigated
The Local Government and Urban Development Ministry is still investigating the affairs of the Nasinu Town Council on the allegations of misuse of funds. Interim Local Government Minister Jone Navakamocea said he is stil
International Nadi to Showcase Creativity
Tadra Kahani 2007 has given first timers International Nadi School the chance to showcase the initiative and creativity of the students. International Nadi held a camp last week on Friday until Sunday where they watched
Ministry Won’t Rent Namosi House
The Interim Health Minister stresses that the Health Ministry will not rent the Namosi House although an agreement was signed by the PSC and the Namosi Development Committee last year. Doctor Jona Senilagakali said he k
FNPF Ordered to Obtain Court Order
Police have ordered the Fiji National Provident Fund to obtain a court order before taking over the Yatule Island Resort. The Officer-In-Charge of the Sigatoka Police Station has confirmed that the FNPF was supposed to
Police Stop Demolition of Mosque
Police have intervened to stop the demolition of a mosque in Natadola. Officials at the Sigatoka Police have confirmed that a resort owner obtained a High Court order to demolish the mosque as part of the development on
Student’s Education Top Priority
Interim Education Minister Netani Sukanaivalu has stressed that from now onwards students will not be sent home for non-payment of school fees. Sukanaivalu said the education of students is a top priority for the Interi
Catholics Converge for Meeting
Catholic Catechists or Vakavavulis from around Fiji converged in Wairiki, Taveuni, last week for a General Meeting held every three years. Wairiki Parish Priest, Father John Krispburn said around 350 catechists and thei
Two Charged for Lautoka Murder
Lautoka police have charged two youths who allegedly murdered a 37 year old man of Tomuka, Lautoka, early Saturday morning. Divisional Crime Officer Western, ASP Waisea Kadawa has confirmed that the two who are also fro
14 Schools for Tadra Kahani
Tadra Kahani is not only an outlet for the young to express themselves but it is also a learning ground for them. Organiser, Total Event Company manager, Loretta Jackson said people need to attend the event to see the c
Youths charged for Lautoka murder
Lautoka Police have charged two youths who allegedly murdered a 37 year old man of Tomuka, Lautoka,early yesterday morning. Divisional Crime Officer Western, ASP Waisea Kadawa has confirmed that the two who are also fro
Church raises over a million from soli
The Methodist Church of Fiji has raised a little over $1,457,000 on the second day of their annual soli and choir competition, held at the Furnival Park in Toorak. General Secretary, Reverend Ame Tugawe says that one of
Interim Health Minister rejects invitation
Interim Health Minister, Doctor Jona Senilagakali has rejected an invitation from the ministry staff taking part in the Methodist Church Choir competition, to be the Chief Guest at their fundraising function. Doctor Sen
Education of Students top priority
The Interim Education Minister Netani Sukanaivalu has stressed that from now onwards students will not be sent home for non-payment of school fees. Sukanaivalu said the education of students is a top priority for the In
Ratu Peni Volavola appointed VP Methodist church
The Lord Mayor of Suva, Ratu Peni Volavola was accorded a special dedication service today at the Nabua Methodist Church for the Vice President's position of the Methodist Church of Fiji. Ratu Peni will hold the posi