Taxi and a private car collide in Tovata
There has been a collision between a taxi and a private car in Tovata, Nasinu. We are trying to get more details. Stay with us.
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Taxi operators that have applied improper waiting charge will be taken to task and made an example of - FCCC
If we find out and are able to trace taxi operators that have colluded with a calibrator to tamper with the taxi meter and apply improper waiting charge, we will take them to task and make an example out of them. T
Infrastructure development taking place in rural and maritime areas to counter food security issues – Seruiratu
The government is taking a proactive approach towards food security by focusing on developing roads and jetties in rural and maritime areas to allow easy trade of goods and services. This is according to Minister f
Ukraine and Russia sign deals to allow exports of grains
Ukraine and Russia have signed deals which will allow Kyiv to resume exports of grain through the Black Sea. The agreement will allow millions of tonnes of grain, currently trapped in Ukraine by the war, to be expo
Come and donate blood in Pacific Harbour and save a life – Snowsill
“Be the reason for someone's heartbeat.†This is the call from the Director of Make a Difference Fiji, Renzy Snowsill who has organised a blood drive in partnership with CWM Blood Donor Services at the Arts Vil
Women’s Fund commits around $16m to build the capacity of women’s groups
The Women’s Fund Fiji has committed around $16 million in the last 5 years to build the capacity of women’s groups, organisations and networks in Fiji and expand their work on gender justice and human rights. T
Australian High Commissioner, John Feakes bestowed Order of Fiji Medal
The Australian High Commissioner to Fiji, John Feakes was bestowed the Honorary Officer of the Order of Fiji Medal at the State House by President Ratu Wiliame Katonivere. This medal is given to those who have rend
It is unfortunate 18% FNPF contribution has not been reverted – Confederation
It is unfortunate the full 18 percent FNPF contribution has not been reverted in the National Budget and the accumulated loss in the long term will be substantial. This is according to the Fiji Teachers Confederati
Tourism sector will play a key role in the economic recovery while the private sector will take the lead - Gounder
A lot of support has been given to the tourism sector because government realises it will play a key role in the economic recovery while the private sector will take the lead and the Government has to take a step back.
Expect some delays as repair works along Ratu Mara Rd continue
Expect some delays if you are planning to travel along Ratu Mara Road as the Water Authority of Fiji will be continuing its repair works on the leaking Nabua Wastewater Pump Station in front of Ratu Sukuna Memorial Scho
Man in custody after early morning car chase in Lautoka
A man is currently being questioned for allegedly stealing a car from Johnson Road in Lautoka this morning. The owner of the Blue Toyota Vios discovered it missing at around 4.30am. Chief of Operations ACP Ab
8 people rescued in Beqa Waters
8 people from Kadavu who were drifting in the Beqa Waters yesterday afternoon have been rescued because of coordinated efforts between Police and Navy officers. Police say a distress call was received at the Rescue
Power disruptions in the Western Division next Sunday
There will be power disruptions in the Western Division from 5am to 6pm next Sunday due to urgent repair, maintenance and upgrade works affecting electricity supply in the division. Energy Fiji Limited says to ena
Vodafone ATH Foundation gives grants for charity projects in the North
The vulnerable and needy communities in the Northern Division will benefit from the grants given out by the Vodafone ATH Foundation. Vodafone Fiji ATH Foundation handed over three grants to the Northern Charity Al
Fiji Pearls still have hope, Samoa hopeful for a second place finish
The Fiji Pearls will need to win their last two games with maximum points at the Vodafone Oceania World Cup Qualifiers to be one of the teams to qualify for the Netball World Cup in Cape Town. Fiji is currently sit
China-Pacific Poverty Reduction and Development Cooperation Centre launched in Fujian province of China
A China-Pacific Island Countries Poverty Reduction and Development Cooperation Centre has been launched in Fujian province of China. Secretary of Fujian Provincial Party Committee, Yin Li says Fujian Juncao technol
Naicovi gets prison sentence for two counts of Obtaining Financial Advantage and one count of General Dishonesty
Former Namosi Provincial Council Treasurer, Rigieta Naicovi has been sentenced to a partial prison sentence of 8 months for two counts of Obtaining Financial Advantage and one count of General Dishonesty, causing a los
Law Council of Australia intends to arrange for an independent observer to attend the contested hearing against Richard Naidu in Suva
The Law Council of Australia notes that Fiji’s Attorney-General, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum has brought committal or contempt of court proceedings against a senior practitioner, Richard Naidu, and the council intends to arra
Droupadi Murmu elected as the new president of India
Droupadi Murmu, a tribal politician, has been elected as the new president of India. The 64-year-old former teacher from Odisha, is a candidate of governing Bhartiya Janta Party, BJP. The president in India is
President Biden tests positive for COVID-19
US President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID-19 and is isolating at the White House. The 79-year-old is fully-vaccinated and has received two booster jabs, is experiencing very mild symptoms and will contin