Local Government Minister Maci Nalumisa did not mince his words when he told all municipal council Chief Executive Officers that their performance must be measurable and accountable.

A truck that was denied entry at the Naboro Landfill and illegally dumped fish waste along Namosi Road was made to remove the rubbish, and the company involved will be issued a Non-Compliance Notice for operating without a valid Waste Disposal Permit.

Pacific Dermatology Limited donated medical equipment valued at $53,000 to the Ministry of Health and Medical Services.

The enduring bond between Fiji and Japan was at the forefront of celebrations in Suva as the Embassy of Japan in Fiji commemorated the 66th birthday of His Majesty Emperor Naruhito on Thursday.

Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu says initial analysis conducted at Fiji Sugar Corporation Lautoka Mill Head Office by a Republic of Fiji Military Forces officer indicates the seized pistols in Lautoka are defense spray gas guns.

Assistant Health Minister Penioni Ravunawa has issued a strong warning, cautioning communities against involving children in drain and flood clean-up activities.

The Minister for Agriculture, Tomasi Tunabuna, has launched two new initiatives, the AgriTourism Programme and the Scaling-Up of Agriculture Value-Added Programme —aimed at modernizing the agricultural sector and supporting rural livelihoods.

Tropical Depression 09F is expected to intensify further and reach tropical cyclone strength within the next 6 to 12 hours.

The Great Council of Chiefs is examining village by-laws and customary law amid growing concerns about community discipline.

Victims of sextortion are paying between $100 and $5,000 to prevent their intimate images from being shared online.

The Nausori Town Council says its push to recover outstanding rates and service fees is beginning to show results.

The Ministry of Agriculture says farmers are facing increasing challenges from market demands, pricing pressures, and competition both locally and internationally.