Opposition MP Hem Chand says unresolved issues around salary progression, performance-based pay and career development could affect staff morale and make it harder for government to retain experienced civil servants.

Parliament has unanimously approved a $200 million government guarantee for Fiji Airways, but MPs have stressed that the support must be matched by stronger financial discipline, cost controls and greater accountability from the national airline.

Government continues to face weaknesses in financial management, internal controls and oversight. This comes despite a major improvement in audit outcomes, Parliament has heard.

Traditional leaders must be included at every level of Fiji’s HIV awareness efforts, with community workers saying the taboo surrounding the issue can be broken through open and culturally appropriate discussions.

Pacific oral health professionals have been challenged to turn conference knowledge into better patient care, rather than simply collecting professional development hours.

Police investigation are underway surrounding an incident that resulted in the death of a man in his late 20s from Vunika in Labasa.

An Australian national has been sentenced to 21 years and three months in prison for possessing more than one kilogram of cocaine.

Fiji Airways is facing financial pressure despite recording about $1.85 billion in operating revenue last year.

Fiji Airways is facing a $130 million surge in its fuel bill, putting further pressure on the airline’s finances.

Opposition Leader and People First Leader Inia Seruiratu has admitted the former FijiFirst Government fell short in key areas.

The Fiji Corrections Service has rejected claims circulating on social media that 1,440 inmates are living with HIV across Fiji’s correctional facilities.

Samabula Police are investigating an alleged sacrilege and theft at a property in Howell Road.