News

FCCC announces fare reduction by Interlink Shipping

The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission has announced significant progress in its ongoing review of the maritime shipping sector, with operator Interlink Shipping agreeing to lower fares on several inter-island routes.

October 3, 2024 6:25 am
 

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Two questioned over aviation security breach

Two people were yesterday interviewed under caution in regards to the breach in the Civil Aviation Security Regulation in 2018.

October 3, 2024 6:22 am
 

News

Government to begin removal of derelict vessels next month

The Ministry of Public Works in collaboration with key maritime partners, is set to address the long-standing issue of derelict and abandoned vessels, with the first tangible removals expected to begin next month.

October 3, 2024 6:20 am
 

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FRIEND strengthens endeavor to alleviate poverty

The Foundation for Rural Integrated Enterprises and Development has strengthened its endeavor to alleviate poverty through its socio-economic empowerment programs over the past two decades.

October 3, 2024 6:12 am
 

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Diwali Mela set to illuminate Labasa for the first time

People in the Northern Division will embrace themselves in the celebration of Diwali, as for the first time, Fiji’s biggest FMF Diwali Mela will be organized in Labasa.

October 3, 2024 5:51 am
 

Business

FCCC calls for immediate price control on ghee

The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission will be making recommendation to the Ministry of Trade to enforce price control on ghee.

October 3, 2024 5:36 am
 

News

Ministry of Finance reviews Audit Act

The Ministry of Finance through the Office of the Auditor General has undertaken a comprehensive review of the 1969 Audit Act with the focus on its amendment in order to align its functions with the ideal practice that meets both local and international standards.

October 3, 2024 5:32 am
 

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Efforts undertaken to manage ciguatera fish poisoning

Minister for Fisheries and Forestry, Alitia Bainivalu highlighted the Government’s efforts in managing ciguatera fish poisoning or Damu or red snapper in the country, in parliament yesterday.

October 3, 2024 5:06 am
 

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Elderly woman passes away after sustaining burns

Police have confirmed that the 79-year-old woman who sustained burns has passed away this morning.

October 2, 2024 4:50 pm
 

News

Fiji's HIV epidemic surges

Fiji now ranks as the second fastest-growing HIV epidemic in the Asia-Pacific region, only behind the Philippines, with HIV killing 25 people in 2021.

October 2, 2024 4:42 pm
 

News

Kiran urges action on elderly mental health

Assistant Minister for Women Sashi Kiran has expressed deep concern following the passing of a 79-year-old woman who was admitted to Lautoka Hospital after sustaining burns in an alleged self-harm incident in Rakiraki yesterday.

October 2, 2024 4:38 pm
 

Business

Short supply as season nears end

As the sugarcane crushing season approaches its conclusion, growers have supplied over 1 million tons of cane.

October 2, 2024 4:35 pm

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