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Freebies don’t guarantee votes

Voters are not obliged to support a candidate or political party in return for free transport or refreshments under Fiji’s amended electoral laws.

October 17, 2026 5:00 pm
 

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Nata warns of future coups

Retaining constitutional immunity could weaken safeguards against future coups, former journalist and 2000 coup participant Joe Nata warns.

October 17, 2026 4:59 pm
 

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Vosarogo explains retention of immunity provisions

Minister for Mineral Resources Filimoni Vosarogo says the government’s position is to retain existing constitutional immunity provisions in line with the Supreme Court’s opinion.

October 17, 2026 4:58 pm
 

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Sigatoka resident calls for reforms that benefit all

Constitutional reforms must serve the interests of all Fijians and remain fair regardless of which government is in power, says submitter Selvin Kumar.

October 17, 2026 4:57 pm
 

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Oceans will be negotiated at COP31

Pacific countries are calling for equal treatment and greater recognition of their voices in international climate negotiations ahead of COP31 in Türkiye.

October 17, 2026 4:55 pm
 

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No-confidence vote is better than coup, says Dr Bhim

A motion of no confidence in Parliament should be used to remove a Prime Minister instead of resorting to a coup, says Academic Dr Mosmi Bhim.

October 17, 2026 1:00 pm
 

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Fiji monitors Wati as cyclone heads southeast

The Fiji Meteorological Service is closely monitoring Tropical Cyclone Wati, although Fiji is not expected to be directly affected at this stage.

October 17, 2026 12:59 pm
 

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Constitution changes raise child safety fears

Fiji’s proposed 2026 constitutional amendments are facing concerns over child protection and public representation.

October 17, 2026 12:58 pm
 

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Residents seeks wider resource recognition

Serua Provincial Council Chair Tevita Boseiwaqa is calling for water and airspace to be included in constitutional provisions relating to natural resources.

October 17, 2026 12:57 pm
 

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Fijian scientist recognized

Fijian scientist Dr Ramendra Prasad has been recognised among the world’s top 2 per cent of scientists for the fourth consecutive year.

October 17, 2026 12:56 pm
 

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Campaign spending capped as disclosure rules change

Fiji’s amended electoral laws remove the requirement for political party office holders to disclose their assets, liabilities, income and expenditure.

October 17, 2026 8:00 am
 

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Gonewai challenges parliamentary seat allocation

Suva City Council Special Administrator Usaia Gonewai is calling for fairer parliamentary representation.

October 17, 2026 7:59 am

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