Drug cartels are now manufacturing substances that are not yet listed under existing drug laws.

Village elders in Namosi have voiced their support for the proposed Criminal Records Bill, saying it will give their people a second chance at employment and rehabilitation.

The iTaukei Land Trust Board has referred 17 cases involving Crown Grants and Native Grants to the government for consideration on reverting the lands back to landowners.

The final decision on whether to renew Special Prospecting Licence 1420 for the Namosi Joint Venture rests with Lands Minister Filimoni Vosarogo.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Waterways is continuing to encourage communities across Fiji to establish coconut seedling nurseries as part of efforts to support replanting programmes, strengthen livelihoods and build long-term community resilience.

After 26 years of persistent pleas amid rising seas and coastal erosion, the Yavusa Vulagi of Nasilai village in Nakelo, Tailevu, finally saw their prayers answered with the official launch of a $1.57 million seawall yesterday.

The Great Council of Chiefs chair Ratu Viliame Seruvakula says the Republic of Fiji Military Forces Commander Ro Jone Kalouniwai is doing all he can to restore and repair the image of the military institution.

The Republic of Fiji Military Forces will today present their Matanigasau to the Great Council of Chiefs (GCC), a significant moment in the military’s ongoing nationwide reconciliation efforts.

The Macuata Care Committee, under the Macuata Provincial Council, is calling on chiefs and members of the province to support and remember Macuata natives who are currently serving time in correctional facilities.

The Great Council of Chiefs is urging stronger family and community leadership to tackle rising social issues in Fiji, including sexual offences, teenage pregnancies, and drug abuse.

The Great Council of Chiefs is calling on parents, community leaders, and families to take stronger responsibility in addressing the growing social and behavioural challenges among Fiji’s youth.