Any loss of life in such circumstances is a matter of grave concern, says Defence and Veteran Affairs Minister Pio Tikoduadua.

Fijians are being urged to reduce electricity use as global fuel prices rise sharply.

A long-standing pay dispute for healthcare workers in the Eastern Division has been resolved. Maritime allowances for Levuka health staff have finally been approved after years of delay.

The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission has urged the public to avoid bulk buying or stockpiling fuel drums, warning that excessive purchases could disrupt supply across the country.

The Public Works Ministry through the Department of Energy is planning to review its electricity laws to allow more private companies to generate power and supply it to Energy Fiji Limited.

The Republic of Fiji Military Forces Commander Ro Jone Kalouniwai says a man who presented himself during a joint security inquiry died after a sudden medical crisis.

Unauthorized weapons found outside official military inventory have raised fresh national security concerns.

Vodafone Fijiana XV head coach Mike Legge has welcomed his side’s 85-5 win over Tonga Lofa, but insists there is still plenty to improve ahead of their final test of the Oceania Women’s XV Championship.

Swire Shipping Fijian Drua head coach Glen Jackson is expecting a tough test against the Brumbies tomorrow, warning his side must be sharp across all areas to challenge one of the competition’s most consistent teams.

The Fiji Football Association is mourning the loss of former national team and Ba midfielder, Tuimasi Manuca, who passed away yesterday after a courageous battle with cancer.

Minister for Foreign Affairs Sakiasi Ditoka is currently in Singapore holding talks to secure fuel supply for Fiji as global prices continue to rise.

Fiji’s outsourcing sector is setting its sights on becoming a major driver of the national economy, with bold targets to boost GDP contribution and create 15,000 jobs by 2030.