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Christmas came early for the members of the mataqali Teruku of Doi Village in Ono-i-Lau and two Kadavu villagers after receiving their boats and engines from the Ministry of Rural and Maritime Development. The Mata
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has today stressed that the government will not interfere with the Commission of Inquiry, nor will they interfere with the functioning of the Commissioner of FICAC. While speaking to
Children 17 years and under will soon be banned from accessing pornography online after the National Taskforce to Address Pornography decided to undertake the formation of proposed laws to restrict the said age from acc
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says Fiji stands ready to assist its Pacific neighbor in the aftermath of the devastating 7.3 magnitude earthquake that struck earlier yesterday. He says Fiji is prepared to provide s
Minister for Tourism Viliame Gavoka confirms that 5 guests have been discharged following an alleged spiked cocktail incident at Warwick Resort. Gavoka says one guest was released on Sunday from the Sigatoka Hospit
As Fiji continues to navigate social and economic challenges, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has called for peace, unity and strong leadership as it is the critical pillar for Fiji's progress during the Coalition Thanks
Deputy Prime Minister, Professor Biman Prasad says he is not sure where Mahendra Chaudhry and Savenaca Narube get the idea that the government cannot do anything about the cost of living. Chaudhry has said that raisin
Minister for Lands and Mineral Resources, Filimoni Vosarogo, has refuted claims made by Fiji Times suggesting that the people of Namosi will reject any mining developments on their land, regardless of whether the Mining
Attorney General, Graham Leung confirms he has 30 Bills pending to be presented in Parliament which will now include a reviewed Information Act. Leung reveals they also have a Bill coming up regarding consideration
The future of Fiji's children is set to shine brighter with the introduction of the new Early Childhood Development Policy. While speaking at the official launch of the Fiji National Whole of Government Whole of So
There were no injuries or fatalities reported in the ferris wheel accident at the Wairiki 7s in Taveuni. The National Occupational Health and Safety Service of the Employment Ministry says a thorough investigation
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka has announced the banning of all ferris wheel operations until further notice in the country after the recent incident at the Wairiki 7s. Opposition parliamentarian Virendra Lal issu
Attorney General Graham Leung says he is confident the Information Act will be operationalized by the first quarter of 2025 as it enhances transparency and accountability in government and it fosters a culture of openne
With Fiji entering the cyclone season and natural disasters such as floods becoming frequent, causing headaches to the supply of clean water to thousands of residents living in the Tamavua, Tacirua and Samabula areas, t
There are still people in this country who are not safe in their own homes, especially women, girls and children as they are hungry, homeless and treated differently because of their race, gender or social status, and t
The Fiji Football Referees Association celebrated their 70th Anniversary acknowledging the invaluable contributions of its patrons in shaping the sport in the country. Chief guest Deputy Prime Minister Professor Bi
Christmas came early for the mataqali Matalevu of Vunitogoloa Village in Ra after receiving $740,000 in lease monies from the Ministry of Lands and Mineral Resources. The ceremonial handover, which was facilitated
A mother of eight from Nuku Village on the remote island of Moala in Lau breathes a sign of relief after receiving the government's $200 Back-To-School assistance to help her buy the educational needs of her children.
Now that the price of ghee will come under price control, the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission is undertaking a comprehensive review of the supply chain and process related costs prior to confirming the maximu
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade Manoa Kamikamica has stressed that medicinal cannabis will only be for export purposes and will not be available for locals. While responding to the question from Opposi
