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Fiji, Tonga sign deal to boost workplace standards

Fiji and Tonga have moved to deepen labour ties with a plan to exchange officers, strengthen workplace standards and protect migrant workers.

September 4, 2025 10:44 am
 

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First agribusiness incubator opens

Fiji has launched its first Agribusiness Incubation Centre to support Micro, Small and Medium enterprises in agriculture and strengthen the economy.

September 4, 2025 10:29 am
 

Health

Fiji’s NCD burden deepens as severe cases surge

Health officials in the North say hospitals continue to see an increase in severe complications caused by non-communicable diseases, from kidney failure to amputations, a trend that remains a national health crisis.
Labasa, Divisional Medical Officer North, Dr. Tiko Saumalua, says too many Fijians are being diagnosed only when their conditions have become critical.

September 4, 2025 6:35 am
 

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Anti-corruption expert stresses need for independent media

Anti-Corruption Program Coordinator at the UN Office on Drugs and Crime, Dan Zafrir, says empowering the media is crucial in promoting government transparency and accountability.

September 4, 2025 6:28 am
 

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France backs Fiji–French Polynesia flight corridor

A new regional air route linking French Polynesia to Fiji, with stopovers in Tonga, Samoa, and the Cook Islands, is in the works as part of a project aimed at improving connectivity across the region.

September 4, 2025 6:18 am
 

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Insurance manager highlights low savings culture in Fiji

Many Fijians continue to prioritise spending over saving, which remains a key challenge for households and individuals across the country.

September 4, 2025 6:07 am
 

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Fines issued over sale of loose cigarettes

20 individuals have been fined in recent weeks for selling loose cigarettes.

September 4, 2025 5:44 am
 

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Land in Nadarivatu to be returned to native owners

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has confirmed that the cabinet has approved the return of Native Grant 2 in Nadarivatu to its rightful owners.

September 4, 2025 5:36 am
 

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China eyes Agricultural ties with Fiji

China has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing food security, sustainable farming practices, and capacity-building programmes to benefit Fijian farmers.

September 4, 2025 5:24 am
 

News

17,000 children seek help through child helpline

Over 17,000 children have reached out to Medical Services Pacific’s child helpline in the past decade for assistance.

September 3, 2025 4:55 pm
 

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Man charged for raping his teen daughter

A 43-year-old man was charged with one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault of his 17-year-old daughter.

September 3, 2025 4:47 pm
 

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Remand centers face overcrowding and health crisis

The remand centers are unable to provide sufficient healthcare and mental health services due to overcrowding.

September 3, 2025 4:40 pm

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