A working group, led by the permanent secretary for local government, is currently examining the Local Government Act to pave the way for municipal council elections.

The annual church levy for members of the Methodist Church have been reduced from $15 to $13.50 per member.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says the Youth Career Fair and Expo is providing a platform for Fijians to explore diverse opportunities.

Higher education institutions play a pivotal role in ensuring the effective utilization of government investments in the education sector.

Crimes against women and children continue to be of concern, as according to police, the July statistics show that the perpetrators were mostly male family members.

Acting Police Commissioner Juki Fong Chew says they’ve registered a rise in drug cases across all divisions in July, attributing the increase to a concentrated focus on users, suppliers, and cultivators.

Members of the Methodist Church of Fiji and Rotuma conference have been reminded of the key issues and challenges facing the country.

Acting Police Commissioner Juki Fong Chew has urged his senior command group, including directors and divisional police commanders, to tackle the issue of trust in police reports.

A spotlight has been cast on the Ministry of Civil Service’s approach to upholding performance standards in the absence of formal contracts for civil servants.

In this era where traditional disciplinary methods such as corporal punishment face increasing scrutiny, discussions has emerged regarding the potential reinstatement of this approach within the school system, specifically targeting iTaukei students.

Economist Doctor Neelesh Gounder reassures that inflation in Australia and New Zealand will not affect remittances to Fiji as anticipated.

In a bid to diversify the economy, the government has re-emphasized the importance of boosting the agriculture sector.