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Health Ministry calls on volunteers to assist at hospitals

The Ministry of Health is calling on various organisations and volunteers to come forward and assist as the Fiji Nursing Association's strike enters its second day. In a statement, the Ministry is requesting retired

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Health Ministry calls on volunteers to assist at hospitals

The Ministry of Health is calling on various organisations and volunteers to come forward and assist as the Fiji Nursing Association's strike enters its second day. In a statement, the Ministry is requesting retired

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It’s illegal to use student nurses-FNA

The Fiji Nursing Association said it is illegal for the Health Ministry to ask student nurses to fill in during the strike. General Secretary, Kuini Lutua said they have advised the students of the Fiji Nursing School n

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It’s illegal to use student nurses-FNA

The Fiji Nursing Association said it is illegal for the Health Ministry to ask student nurses to fill in during the strike. General Secretary, Kuini Lutua said they have advised the students of the Fiji Nursing School n

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Interim Labour Minister said door still open for talks

Interim Labour Minister, Bernadette Rounds Ganilau said the door is still open for talks. When questioned by Village News on whether the dispute between the nurses and the government could be referred to Compulsory Arbi

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Interim Labour Minister said door still open for talks

Interim Labour Minister, Bernadette Rounds Ganilau said the door is still open for talks. When questioned by Village News on whether the dispute between the nurses and the government could be referred to Compulsory Arbi

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FWRM stands by nurses decision to go on strike

The Fiji Womens Rights Movement is standing by the nurses and supporting them in their decision to go on strike saying that the plight of nurses has fallen on deaf ears over the years. Speaking to Village news, FWRM&#39

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FWRM stands by nurses decision to go on strike

The Fiji Womens Rights Movement is standing by the nurses and supporting them in their decision to go on strike saying that the plight of nurses has fallen on deaf ears over the years. Speaking to Village news, FWRM&#39

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Era for chiefs to lead has gone for good-Madraiwiwi

There is a real need for mentoring in all aspects of leadership in the community whether it’s in the Vanua, Church, Private or Public Service. Those were the words of the former Vice President, Ratu Joni Madraiwiw

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Era for chiefs to lead has gone for good-Madraiwiwi

There is a real need for mentoring in all aspects of leadership in the community whether it’s in the Vanua, Church, Private or Public Service. Those were the words of the former Vice President, Ratu Joni Madraiwiw

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Interim govt to work out funds for passports

The Interim government will work out better arrangements for release of funds to the Immigration Department for the purchase of blank passports to cater for the ongoing demand. Interim Minister for Public Service, Posec

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Interim govt to work out funds for passports

The Interim government will work out better arrangements for release of funds to the Immigration Department for the purchase of blank passports to cater for the ongoing demand. Interim Minister for Public Service, Posec

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John May Appointed Chairman of Fiji Sugar Commission

The Interim Minister for Finance Mahendra Chaudhry has appointed John May as the new chairman of the Fiji Sugar Commission effective from July 5th. Chaudhry said May is no stranger to the industry having served it with

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John May Appointed Chairman of Fiji Sugar Commission

The Interim Minister for Finance Mahendra Chaudhry has appointed John May as the new chairman of the Fiji Sugar Commission effective from July 5th. Chaudhry said May is no stranger to the industry having served it with

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Bainimarama Saddened by Nurse’s Decision

Interim Health Minister Dr, Jona Baravilala (Left) and Interim PM Commodore Frank Bainimarama at the CWM Hospital today Interim Prime Minister Commodore Frank Bainimarama said he is saddened by the Fiji Nursing Associat

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Bainimarama Saddened by Nurse’s Decision

Interim Health Minister Dr, Jona Baravilala (Left) and Interim PM Commodore Frank Bainimarama at the CWM Hospital today Interim Prime Minister Commodore Frank Bainimarama said he is saddened by the Fiji Nursing Associat

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FNA Calls for Interim PM’s Intervention

The Fiji Nursing Association is calling for the Interim Prime Minister's intervention to end their nationwide strike. As FNA members continue to gather at the various picketing sites, FNA General Secretary Kuini Lut

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FNA Calls for Interim PM’s Intervention

The Fiji Nursing Association is calling for the Interim Prime Minister's intervention to end their nationwide strike. As FNA members continue to gather at the various picketing sites, FNA General Secretary Kuini Lut

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FICTU Hopeful Demands Will be Looked Into

FICTU affiliates are hopeful that the interim government will look into their demands after they met with the Interim Public Service Minister Poseci Bune this morning. Viti Taukei Workers Union General Secretary Taniela

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FICTU Hopeful Demands Will be Looked Into

FICTU affiliates are hopeful that the interim government will look into their demands after they met with the Interim Public Service Minister Poseci Bune this morning. Viti Taukei Workers Union General Secretary Taniela

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