The Commissioner for the Western Division, Apolosi Lewaqai, has been appointed to also act as Northern Division Commissioner, placing two major divisions under his oversight during a period of leadership transition.

The Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association is calling for urgent reform of Fiji’s liquor laws, saying the current legislation is outdated and does not reflect modern communities or the growing tourism industry.

Challenges to healthcare access in maritime communities in the Western Division will now be eased, following the Health Ministry’s official hand over of a newly refurbished medical vessel to the Western health team.

The Japan International Cooperation Agency Alumni Fund has boosted disaster awareness efforts in Fiji’s schools with the donation of 10,000 disaster preparedness posters.

The Land Transport Authority is calling on bus operators and drivers to operate safely following an incident in Ba where a bus filled with children got stranded in fast-flowing floodwaters.

Swire Shipping Fijian Drua rep Sikeli Rabitu admits he never expected to start so soon in the number 12 jersey, but is grateful to the coaching staff for entrusting him with the role.

Fiji Rugby Union chairman John Sanday believes the recent introduction of American football to local communities is a positive step toward expanding opportunities for young athletes.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has delivered his strongest indication yet that Sports Minister Jese Saukuru should voluntarily stand aside as investigations intensify into the Fiji Sports Council travel controversy.

Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu says investigations into the death of a young officer in Lami have not established any link to drug-related activities, despite speculation circulating online.

Concerns are being raised that reinstating corporal punishment under the proposed Education Bill 2025 could negatively affect children of parents recovering from drug addiction.

The Great Council of Chiefs will convene its biannual forum this week at the Vale ni Bose in Suva, bringing together traditional leaders from the country’s 14 provinces and Rotuma.

The government is working closely with the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission before a final decision is made on recommendations related to Energy Fiji Limited’s proposed tariff adjustments.