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Green growth principles involve the development of projects and activities with economic benefits for the communities while at the same time protecting our fragile environment. This was stated by the Secretary Gen
People’s Alliance Leader Sitiveni Rabuka says tonight’s handing down of the 2022-2023 National Budget will be one last shot for the FijiFirst Government to act responsibly by reining in its runaway national debt.
The Fiji Taxi Association is not happy with the interim charges in taxi fare flag fall announced as they had requested for the drop distance charges to increase from 10 cents to between 15 to 20 cents per 100 metres.
Most people hope there is a level of subsidy in terms of food prices and the Government with its own analysis is very aware of the issues on the ground and would have made adjustments on policies on what the different m
A coordinated government approach led by the Fiji Police Force has seen a smooth running of security and traffic control during the Pacific Islands Forum meeting in Suva this week. The Multi Agency Coordination Ce
The Fiji Teachers Union says Education Minister Premila Kumar has once again attempted to castigate teachers by making a general statement that some teachers drink grog all night and disappear during the day. FTU
More than 100,000 West Papuans have been displaced due to the intensified violence in the country and the Pacific Conference of Churches is calling on Pacific Island Leaders to step up on its security framework in the 2
Students can start redeeming their bus cards from today as it has been topped up. The cards can be redeemed at Vodafone outlets, buses, District Education Offices and the Education Ministry’s Headquarters. T
We simply cannot settle for anything less than the survival of every Pacific Island Country and that requires that all high emitting economies implement science-based plans to decisively reduce emissions in line with th
Please continue to practice COVID safe measures as Fiji has recorded 326 new cases since Tuesday. 83 new cases were recorded on Tuesday, 164 new cases on Wednesday and 79 new cases in the last 24 hours ending at 8
The 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent has been launched to secure the well-being of the people, guarantee the future of children and secure a future for the people. While speaking at the launch of the 20
The new taxi flag fall charge is now $2 from 6am to 9pm and $3 from 9pm to 6am in Viti Levu while for areas outside Viti Levu, the new charge is $2.30 from 6am to 9pm and $3.30 from 9pm to 6am. The waiting charge h
Samsung has introduced various outdoor billboard advertisements in support of the 2030 Busan World Expo in Suva. The marketing activity is also in major airports. The advertising message of 'Bula from Busan' (
Around 4,000 people living in Momi, Nawai, Korokula, Uciwai and other nearby areas can expect access to stable water supply following the transfer of the Momi Water Infrastructure from FNPF to the Water Authority of Fij
A taxi driver in his 70s has passed following an accident along the Buca Bay Road in Savusavu this morning. Police say the man was heading towards Savusavu Town when he failed to negotiate a bend resulting in his v
The Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Patricia Scotland has commended the Fijian Government for the prudent management of the country’s socio-economic recovery following the pandemic. Scotland met with Minis
A man in his 20s has been charged for his alleged involvement in a burglary case at the Tukavesi Post Office. He is charged with a count each of burglary and theft. Police say the man allegedly broke into the
The Fiji Gender Action Programme to advance women’s empowerment and social protection has received a boost as New Zealand is providing a $12.6 million contribution. The funding will go to the Ministry for Women,
Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs, Penny Wong says they understand there are strong differences of views between different parties regarding funding for USP but she hopes Pacific Island leaders will find a way thr
The People's Alliance says it has no desire whatsoever to do anything illegal following another complaint filed against the party by FijiFirst General Secretary, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum regarding it’s fundraising flyers
