The Public Works Department has begun upgrading roads, in a bid to improve access for villagers in the District of Sasa in Macuata.

Germany will continue to support Fiji in programs promoting social development and equality.

The Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation has questioned the rationale behind the proposal to increase fines in relation to child labour during a consultation on the Employment Relations Bill and the Work Care Bill.

It is too early to declare who will lead the proposed new party.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says family involvement is a proactive way to tackle the drug crisis in Fiji.

Health Minister Dr Atonio Lalabalavu has supported a request by healthcare workers for the provision of specialized vehicles capable of handling challenging terrain.

The people of Vanua o Waikatakata have earned more than $500,000 from a logging operation in Muani village, Kadavu.

Over 400 projects have been funded under the Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects, valued at $73 million.

The prospect of establishing another tribunal to investigate Director of Public Prosecutions Christopher Pryde remains open.

Members of different political parties, including SODELPA, have shown interest in joining the newly proposed party by Opposition Leader Inia Seruiratu.

Minister for Agriculture and Waterways Vatimi Rayalu will be making submissions for an increase in their budget for the new fiscal year, amounting to $250 million to support critical sectors.

Police are seeking information to identify an unknown Indo-Fijian man found dead in Nasau, Nadi, last Saturday.