Public service providers are looking forward to some robust discussions with the new government in regards to number of issues faced by the industry.

The Local Government Ministry will be looking into the requests made by the National Fire Authority.

The Sugar Cane Growers Council congratulates the new coalition government and the appointment of new Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Sugar Minister Charan Jeath Singh.

The Fiji Sugar Corporation is expecting the cane crop estimate to increase for this year’s crushing season.

The Textile Clothing and Footwear Council of Fiji has joined many other organizations to congratulate the newly elected coalition government.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism, Viliame Gavoka says has assured Fijians that the coalition government will cater to their needs in the New Year.

The Minister for Home Affairs and Immigration says the Ministry will be at the forefront of the efforts to secure our borders, rebuild confidence in defense and security forces and create lasting policies for our future security.

The majority of the popular picnic spots around the country today were full, as Fijians enjoyed their New Year Public Holiday outdoors with families and friends.

The Fiji Police Force has received reports of children throwing water balloons and buckets of water on moving vehicles.

Police Chief Operations Officer, Acting ACP Livai Driu says driver behavior remains a major concern, as seen by the number of traffic infringement bookings recorded on a daily basis.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has offered condolences on the passing away of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI.

Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Sitiveni Rabuka has offered condolences to his Indian counterpart, Narendra Modi on the passing of the latter’s mother.