Business

Lakeba families thrive on Suluka

The leaves of screw palm, or pandanus, locally known as suluk, have long been a reliable source of income for families in Lakeba Village, Namuka in Macuata.

August 31, 2025 4:20 pm
 

News

More than $32k raised at first-ever Tailevu Youth Day

Tailevu youths yesterday raised more than $32,000 during the first-ever Tailevu Youth Day (Siga kei Luvei Tailevu), a three-day event aimed at tackling social issues and reviving youth engagement across the province.

August 31, 2025 12:57 pm
 

News

Kuridrani reaffirms government’s focus on agriculture services

Assistant Minister for Agriculture and Waterways, Inosi Kuridrani, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening grassroots service delivery following his familiarisation tour of agriculture stations in the Western Division.

August 31, 2025 12:44 pm
 

Business

LPG prices fall as diesel and kerosene rise

The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission has announced new fuel and LPG prices, effective tomorrow.

August 31, 2025 12:36 pm
 

News

Union seeks bill clarity

The Fiji Police Credit Union has expressed concerns about parts of the Credit Union Act of 1954, which is currently under review.

August 31, 2025 12:27 pm
 

Health

Health experts call for better postpartum depression data in Fiji

Health professionals and advocates say Fiji urgently needs to improve data collection on postpartum depression to better identify, support, and treat mothers facing the condition.

August 31, 2025 7:54 am
 

News

PM Rabuka urges protection of Pacific from external pressures

Speaking during his recent visit to India, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka explained that his “Ocean of Peace” concept is designed to push back against growing external pressures and global power struggles that threaten small island nations.

August 31, 2025 7:47 am
 

Business

Trade ministry highlights Fiji’s progress in global agreements

The biggest challenge in global trade negotiations lies in the amount of economic and political power a country holds.

August 31, 2025 7:30 am
 

News

Millions in Pacific still lack safe water

Millions in the Pacific still lack access to basic drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene services, according to a new report launched by WHO and UNICEF to mark World Water Week 2025.

August 31, 2025 7:21 am
 

News

Fijians urged to participate in constitution reform

Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission Commissioner Alefina Vuki is urging all Fijians to seize the opportunity to have their voices heard on the nation’s constitution.

August 30, 2025 4:57 pm
 

News

Council hopeful for changes in Act

The Consumer Council of Fiji has raised concerns about outdated legislation, claiming it is limiting their ability to protect consumers from unethical business practices.

August 30, 2025 4:45 pm
 

News

Friendly North festival drives change

The Vodafone Festival of the Friendly North is more than just a weeklong celebration of music, culture, and diversity, as it has become a lifeline for the Northern Division, funding critical projects that tackle real challenges faced by communities.

August 30, 2025 4:25 pm

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