News

Payment timing critical says DPM

Processing the back-to-school support grant earlier for parents is not because the government is heading into elections, but because it is something that we feel is politically correct.

January 12, 2025 4:25 pm
 

News

Self-confidence key driver of success

Koro Island District Officer Salanieta Baleigau, is encouraging young girls and women to cultivate a positive attitude, set clear goals, and trust in God as they navigate their personal and professional journeys.

January 12, 2025 4:18 pm
 

Health

Ministry relies on honest declarations from visitors

The Ministry of Health is strengthening its surveillance measures at ports of entry in response to the recent outbreak of flu-like human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China.

January 12, 2025 12:54 pm
 

News

Man in custody following drug raid

A man is in custody after dried leaves believed to be marijuana were discovered under a mattress and other furniture at his home in Tokotoko, Navua.

January 12, 2025 12:46 pm
 

Education

Ro Teimumu slams no-repeat policy

Promoting children from class one without basic skills creates learning gaps that lead to early dropouts.

January 12, 2025 12:35 pm
 

News

Here to serve, not for politics says Bulitavu

Minister for Climate Change Mosese Bulitavu says he was invited by Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka to join his cabinet, and his appointment has nothing to do with politics.

January 12, 2025 12:27 pm
 

News

Tuisawau welcomes Tuinaceva’s appointment

Minister for Public Works, Transport, and Meteorological Services Ro Filipe Tuisawau has welcomed the appointment of Naisa Tuinaceva as his assistant minister.

January 12, 2025 12:14 pm
 

Education

No-repeat policy never existed

For nearly a decade, Fiji’s schools have operated under what was believed to be a “no repeat policy,” but new revelations confirm it was never an official directive.

January 12, 2025 7:55 am
 

News

Retailers seek relief from hidden fees

As the push to make Fiji a cashless society continues, small-scale retailers are calling for reprieve, as hidden fees and charges are adding to their cost of doing business.

January 12, 2025 7:44 am
 

News

Landowners back Aquilo Gold for Mount Kasi mining

The landowners of the Mataqali Naveitokaki in Dawara, Wailevu, and Cakaudrove, remain committed to allowing the company to conduct mining at Mount Kasi, emphasizing that the decision will be theirs, not the government’s.

January 12, 2025 7:33 am
 

News

GCC building set for May reopening

The Permanent Secretary for iTaukei Affairs, Pita Tagicakirewa, has revealed that the renovation of the Great Council of Chiefs building is on track for completion by April of this year.

January 12, 2025 7:27 am
 

Education

Suva buzzes as back-to-school grants released

The capital city was buzzing today with back-to-school shopping underway after the government released its $200 assistance per child earlier than expected yesterday.

January 11, 2025 4:45 pm

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