Ravuka Village in Macuata is nearing completion of a new evacuation centre funded entirely by pine-harvesting revenue.

The Reserve Bank of Fiji is advising the public that following the introduction of new polymer banknotes from January 2nd, the old flora and fauna banknotes have been gazetted for demonetisation effective 01 January 2027.

Westpac Fiji has reopened its refurbished Thomson Street branch in Suva following a major investment in its banking services.

Taxi fares will return to their previous authorised rates from October 1, with the interim fare increase set to end on September 30.

Bus fares across Viti Levu and Vanua Levu will revert to their base rates from the beginning of next month, following the decline in fuel prices.

Finding affordable housing in Nadi is becoming increasingly difficult, with rising rents putting pressure on workers and families.

Concerns have been raised over the growing use of transfer pricing by companies operating in Fiji, particularly those with overseas-related companies.

Seafood vendors are spending more on transport to bring their catch to the market as rising fuel prices, transport costs and changing weather conditions continue to affect their livelihoods.

Fiji’s leading business conference has secured a new two-year partnership to strengthen collaboration between the private sector, investors, and policymakers as the country prepares for its next economic growth phase.

The Fiji Revenue and Customs Service is stepping up efforts to identify tax evasion and improve compliance by using data, technology and intelligence-led systems to protect government revenue.

Fiji’s borders are being strengthened with new technology and international cooperation as the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service steps up efforts to detect illegal drugs, prohibited goods and customs fraud.

Fiji’s ability to respond to marine oil spills has received a major boost following the handover of $1.6 million worth of specialised oil spill response equipment from the Government of Japan.