News

New law to scrap rent freeze

The 18-year rent freeze on residential properties is being reviewed and will be replaced with a new system under the Landlord and Tenancy Bill, says Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Professor Biman Prasad.

August 6, 2025 12:56 pm
 

News

Jail time proposed for ship overcrowding

Overcrowding on passenger vessels during festive seasons is under scrutiny, with tougher penalties on the way.

August 6, 2025 12:43 pm
 

Health

Students brush up on oral health during annual celebration

The 17th annual National Tooth Brushing Day was celebrated with colour and energy at Nehru Memorial Primary School, bringing together hundreds of students, teachers, and health officials in a strong show of support for children’s oral health.

August 6, 2025 12:40 pm
 

News

Government outlines bold climate finance strategy

Minister for Environment and Climate Change Mosese Bulitavu says Fiji must “chart a bold new course” to unlock climate finance through both domestic and international sources.

August 6, 2025 12:30 pm
 

News

Land buyback a voluntary deal, says Vosarogo

Minister for Lands Filimoni Vosarogo has dismissed claims that the iTaukei Land Buyback scheme is a government handout.

August 6, 2025 12:27 pm
 

News

New water catchment policy

The Ministry of iTaukei Affairs carried out wide consultations to develop the new Water Catchment and Extending Trees Compensation Policy.

August 6, 2025 12:12 pm
 

News

ECE teachers’ pay bands clarified

Early Childhood Education teachers who upgrade their qualifications to degree level are placed under Band F, according to the Ministry of Education’s revised pay framework.

August 6, 2025 10:36 am
 

News

Government to revive National Road Safety Council

Minister for Transport Ro Filipe Tuisawau has announced major reforms to improve road safety and raise standards in the country’s public transport sector.

August 6, 2025 10:08 am
 

News

Funeral for George “FIJI” Veikoso set for Tuesday

The family of the late George “FIJI” Veikoso has confirmed that his funeral service will be held next Tuesday at the Vodafone Arena in Suva.

August 6, 2025 9:57 am
 

News

129 RFMF personnel in Australia for military exercise

A total of 129 Republic of Fiji Military Forces personnel are in Central Queensland, Australia taking part in Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025.

August 6, 2025 9:46 am
 

News

Turaga urges global responsibility

Fiji is leveraging its firsthand experience with extreme weather to advocate for climate justice on the global stage.

August 6, 2025 7:33 am
 

News

Fiji reconsiders peacekeeping role

Fiji is taking a fresh look at its role in peacekeeping with plans to develop a comprehensive national strategy to guide future deployments.

August 6, 2025 7:22 am

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