Fiji Airways has appointed Tourism Fiji Chief Executive Officer Dr Paresh Pant to its Board of Directors.

Concerns over food safety, pricing discrepancies and misleading product information continue to drive consumer complaints, with the food and drink sector recording one of the highest numbers of cases this year.

The fight against drugs cannot be left to law enforcement alone, with communities, families and traditional leaders being urged to take greater responsibility in protecting young people from the growing threat of illicit drugs.

The Republic of Fiji Military Forces will put its operational readiness and inter-agency crisis response capabilities to the test during Exercise Bougainville 2026, involving about 660 personnel from seven agencies.

The spread of diseases from dogs to humans could be addressed under proposed legal changes.

Thirty-five complaints have been lodged with the Consumer Council of Fiji against several online trading platforms, prompting a fresh warning for consumers to be cautious when shopping online.

The government is moving to strengthen transparency around company ownership.

Fiji Airways has cancelled a number of regional and domestic flights today due to volcanic ash from Vanuatu affecting airspace and airport operations.

Corrections officers will soon be paid based on their rank rather than their job descriptions, a move the Government says will fix long-standing salary disparities that left veteran officers earning less than recruits.

The reduction in the sugar sector allocation under the 2026–27 Budget does not mean less support for cane farmers, but a shift in how assistance is provided, says Sugar Minister Tomasi Tunabuna.

Fiji’s heavy reliance on imported food is exposing gaps in local production.

Labasa cane farmers are calling on the Fiji Sugar Corporation (FSC) to operate the Labasa Mill on Sundays, saying it would help maximize harvesting during the current spell of favourable weather and make up for the delayed start to the crushing season.