News

$200 back-to-school support deadline extended

The deadline for the applications for the $200 back-to-school support has been extended.

December 6, 2024 2:40 pm
 

News

Illegal immigrants in Fiji double in one year: Rabuka

The number of illegal immigrants in Fiji jumped from 4709 in January 2023 to 8000 at present, raising serious concerns for the Department of Immigration.

December 6, 2024 1:05 pm
 

Climate Change

Prasad emphasizes importance of climate change finance mechanisms

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad has emphasized the importance of climate change finance mechanisms, calling for immediate action to bridge the gap between commitments and outcomes for countries vulnerable to climate change.

December 6, 2024 12:59 pm
 

News

Severe thunderstorm warning now inforce

A severe thunderstorm warning with heavy rainfall is now in force for the Southern Viti Levu and Western half of Viti Levu.

December 6, 2024 12:55 pm
 

News

Council heads salaries cost over $944k

The total salaries and allowances costs for Municipal Council special administrators and acting chief executive officers from January to November this year amounted to $944,670.68.

December 6, 2024 12:47 pm
 

News

Ambassador Le Saos highlights shared global challenges at AG’s conference

French Ambassador to Fiji, Julie Le Saos says the pressing issues facing the world, include climate change, human rights protection, and the rising use of artificial intelligence.

December 6, 2024 12:40 pm
 

Roads

Four lane roads to ease traffic congestion

The Fiji Roads Authority plans to widen and increase to four lanes a number of roads, including Ratudovi Road from Nadera to Laqere, Fletcher Road from Nanuku to Laucala Bay Road, and Princess Road from Khalsa Rd to Samabula in a bid to address frequent traffic congestion.

December 6, 2024 12:32 pm
 

News

Nakabuta is home, and we will stay: Whippy

Relocation is not an option for residents of Nakabuta Estate, Wainunu, in Bua, despite government advice regarding their safety and well-being.

December 6, 2024 12:20 pm
 

Court

High Court orders suspected crime proceeds to be forfeited to the State

The Suva High Court has ordered that $18,030.10 currently held with Bred Bank Fiji, which is suspected to be proceeds of crime, to be forfeited to the State.

December 6, 2024 11:55 am
 

News

UNICEF lauds passing of child safety laws, assures support

UNICEF says it will work closely with the Government to ensure full and effective implementation of the new Child Care and Protection Act, and Child Justice Act.

December 6, 2024 11:37 am
 

News

Growers Fund announces loyalty card and interest rate reduction

In what is expected to be a huge boost for cane farmers, the Sugar Cane Growers Fund this week announced two initiatives – a loyalty card and the reduction of interest on loans taken under the institution.

December 6, 2024 11:31 am
 

News

Hope in sight for Nabavatu Villagers with $5.9m relocation plan

Close to four years after they were forced to vacate their village site and live in tents in the wake of Tropical Cyclone Ana, hope is finally in sight for the villagers of Nabavatu in Dreketi, Macuata.

December 6, 2024 11:25 am

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