104 articles tagged "land"
Three families in Batiniwai Settlement, Caubati are counting themselves extremely fortunate this morning after a landslide came dangerously close to crashing into their home. While speaking to fijivillage News, set
The Minister for Lands Filimone Vosarogo has confirmed that the Government will return the Native Grant 2 (NG2) land in Nadarivatu to its rightful owners, the Mataqali Nadala of Yavusa Nubu, marking a historic step towa
Fiji is set to host the prestigious Miss Pacific Islands Pageant, marking a significant moment for the country and its celebration of Pacific women. As a result, there will also be a Miss Fiji Pageant, where the wi
With our island homes surrounded by a vast expanse of ocean, no single state alone can preserve and maintain the safety and security of our region, which is why it will require collaboration and cooperation to foster se
Thousands of people gathered at the National Stadium in Honiara, Solomon Islands, yesterday for the opening of the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting. The opening ceremony, led by representatives from the
The high cost of transportation from Cikobia Island to the main land has caused the relocation of many villagers. While speaking to fijivillage News, Chairman of the Delainamasi Cooperative in Cikobia, Josaia Wasas
A key highlight of Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka’s visit to the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting will be the presentation of the “Ocean of Peace†declaration. This outlines his vision for region
The Uto ni Yalo voyaging canoe, carrying a regional crew from Oceania has departed Suva for the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in Honiara, Solomon Islands. They say the crew will join the Taumako TePuke cano
As the Department of Lands has admitted that it mistakenly issued a foreshore lease to Nawi Island Marina in Savusavu, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has stressed any decision they make will follow the law and must bene
Nawaibuta Holdings Limited is encouraging other resource owners, to explore how they can become successful by developing their land in ways that benefit future generations. While speaking to fijivillage News follow
In a heartening display of youth-driven compassion, a New Zealand high school senior student Cecilia Lin has donated sanitary pads to the Fiji National University Foundation in support of underserved young women. F
Minister for Lands and Mineral Resources, Filimoni Vosarogo presented a matanigasau as a symbol of apology to the mataqali Nabukebuke, however, the mataqali has not agreed to renew the Special Prospecting License for th
All Blacks and Blues lock Patrick Tuipulotu has re-signed with New Zealand Rugby through to 2028. The Blues skipper’s new deal takes him beyond the next men’s Rugby World Cup in Australia in 2027. The 51-t
Minister for Lands and Mineral Resources, Filimoni Vosarogo stresses that under the Freehold Buy Scheme, the government will intervene only after a mutual agreement is reached between the current freehold titleholder an
The Cabinet has approved the reintroduction of the landmark Freehold Buy-Back Scheme, which will allow eligible iTaukei landowning units to reclaim ancestral lands sold as freehold property during the colonial era.
$25.3 million is the amount of unpaid rent owed to the i-Taukei Land Trust Board as of the 25th of last month, a drop by $6.4 million. This was revealed by the Minister for i-Taukei Affairs, Ifereimi Vasu when ques
Vehicle manufacturer Toyota has reportedly signed a multi-million dollar agreement to put its name on the All Blacks training kit – partly replacing INEOS. Newstalkzb reports that the agreement is also believed t
Former All Blacks Stephen Donald and Jeff Wilson have put their money on Fijian outside backs Sevu Reece of the Crusaders and Timoci Tavatavanawai of the Highlanders to make the cut for the All Blacks’ July test serie
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad has warmly welcomed the recent announcement by the Government of New Zealand to ease visa restrictions for Pacific Islanders. Prof. Prasad says
Veteran New Zealand centre Ma’a Nonu made history today when he became the oldest man to play in the French Top 14. The 42-year-old two-time World Cup winner went into the record books when he came on as a secon
