News

Drug money laundering through property sales

Authorities are warning that drug dealers are increasingly using the real estate market to launder illicit money.

July 9, 2026 5:37 pm
 

News

Nadarivatu district office boosts rural development

Rural development and government services in Ba can expect a boost after the opening of the refurbished district office in Nadarivatu.

July 9, 2026 5:35 pm
 

News

Speight supports no immunity

Former coup leader George Speight has made it clear that he supports calls for the removal of constitutional immunity after similar calls were also made by the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, Great Council of Chiefs member Ro Naulu Mataitini and former journalist Joe Nata.

July 9, 2026 5:33 pm
 

Education

Hindi language needs community support

Efforts to preserve and promote the Hindi language are gaining renewed attention, with National Federation Party Leader Professor Biman Prasad urging families and communities to play a greater role in keeping the language alive.

July 9, 2026 5:23 pm
 

Court

Judge orders progress in ferris wheel case

An Occupational Health and Safety inspector charged over the fatal 2023 Ferris wheel incident in Suva has yet to take his plea.

July 9, 2026 5:21 pm
 

News

TRC lacks power: Speight

George Speight, the last person to be sentenced to death in Fiji, claims the Truth and Reconciliation Commission does not have the authority to achieve its purpose.

July 9, 2026 5:19 pm
 

News

Stronger infrastructure partnership forged with Kiribati

Fiji and Kiribati are strengthening cooperation to address shared development priorities, with a focus on building resilient infrastructure, improving essential services and advancing sustainable solutions for Pacific communities.

July 9, 2026 2:56 pm
 

Maritime

Rural development moves into action

The Ministry of Rural and Maritime Development says stronger planning and better coordination will be key to improving services for rural and maritime communities.

July 9, 2026 2:51 pm
 

News

Fiji cane purity falls, risking local sugar supply

Declining cane quality is threatening Fiji’s ability to meet its sugar production targets, says Fiji Sugar Corporation Chief Executive Bhan Singh.

July 9, 2026 12:56 pm
 

News

Calls to improve Levuka hospital infrastructure

An Ovalau resident has raised serious concerns over the deteriorating condition of Levuka Hospital, saying patients are being forced to share a single ward because the men’s ward has been converted into office space following last year’s fire.

July 9, 2026 12:53 pm
 

Court

Trial begins in alleged murder of Dr Leli Darling

About 30 witnesses will be called in a trial where Ratu Peceli Rokoralovo is accused of the murder of prominent doctor and social media influencer Dr Isireli Biumaitotoya, also known as Dr Leli Darling.

July 9, 2026 12:51 pm
 

Climate Change

Youth voices rise at COP31

Young Pacific voices must be part of global climate discussions as island communities continue to face the growing impacts of climate change.

July 9, 2026 12:48 pm

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