Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says there will still be sufficient time to conduct both the General Election and a referendum, despite deferring the third reading of the Constitution Amendment Bill.

Rabuka says this extension will also give the Parliament Secretariat staff time to collect and compile the final report of the Special Committee before it is tabled in Parliament.

Fiji is looking to strengthen its position as a major maritime trade hub in the Pacific, with Australia, India, Japan and the United States backing efforts to modernize the country’s port infrastructure.

Newly appointed Attorney General Sevuloni Valenitabua has pledged to uphold integrity, fairness and respect in carrying out his responsibilities.

Fiji is being urged to strengthen its cyber defences as growing digital connectivity exposes the country to increasing cybersecurity risks, with Australia committing an additional $150 million to support the country’s digital security and resilience.

The construction of a new police post in Wainunu, Bua, is being welcomed by villagers who say the facility will improve access to police services and strengthen community safety.

The Consumer Council has raised concerns over misleading discounts, expired food products and falsely labelled religious idols as shoppers flock to stores ahead of Diwali.

A woman has allegedly lost $600 after being promised a $10,000 return through an electronic gift card investment opportunity promoted through Viber.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka will not table the Special Committee’s report on the Constitution Amendment Bill during this parliamentary sitting.

A truck driver is in police custody after a detector dog uncovered suspected marijuana during an operation at Narain Jetty, raising further concerns about the movement of illicit substances through Fiji’s transport routes.

Police are stepping up routine patrols and community policing in Nabua following a brawl on Sunday night.

The Republic of Fiji Military Forces says it will respect the people’s choice of government and will not interfere with any democratically elected leadership.