News

Chiefs sound alarm over growing social crises

Concern is growing over drugs, crime and HIV in communities, with the Great Council of Chiefs saying these issues are being repeatedly raised at the grassroots level.

June 16, 2026 1:53 pm
 

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Scrutiny over Tourism Fiji funds

Concerns over accountability and governance at Tourism Fiji have been raised in Parliament. Questions have been raised over delayed financial reporting and oversight of public funds.

June 16, 2026 1:07 pm
 

News

State calls for 20-year sentence in murder case

The man accused of murdering his 25-year-old pregnant wife at the Waimanu Apartments in Suva in 2024 showed no remorse during sentencing submissions this morning.

June 16, 2026 1:03 pm
 

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PS defends military role in drug crackdown

Transnational organised crime remains a major security threat in Fiji. Authorities warn of sustained pressure from drug syndicates using maritime borders and remote terrain.

June 16, 2026 1:00 pm
 

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Women vendors get relief

A women’s accommodation facility at Namaka Market is easing financial pressure for rural vendors. It is providing safe and affordable lodging for women selling produce in Nadi.

June 16, 2026 12:57 pm
 

News

Strong winds keep Fiji on alert

Heavy rain warnings are being lifted across most parts of Fiji as the weather system that brought overnight rainfall moves away.

June 16, 2026 11:21 am
 

News

Writ of election date revealed

The Electoral Commission has announced that the earliest possible date for the issuance of the Writ of Election is June 24, 2026.

June 16, 2026 10:18 am
 

Fire

Family left homeless after Tavua house fire

A family of three has been left homeless after a house in Lausa, Tavua, was completely destroyed by fire on Sunday night.

June 16, 2026 10:16 am
 

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New e-passport system causing delays

Delays in passport processing are linked to Fiji’s ongoing transition to an upgraded e-passport system.

June 16, 2026 10:11 am
 

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Immigration in spotlight over investor role shift

The Ministry of Immigration is under pressure as it transitions into a standalone ministry.

June 16, 2026 7:46 am
 

News

School dropouts increase child labour risk

A decline in secondary school completion rates increases the risk of children dropping out and becoming vulnerable to child labour, according to Fiji Trade Union Congress Assistant National Secretary Jotika Sharma.

June 16, 2026 7:44 am
 

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Families accused of abandoning elderly relatives

Elder abuse, including rising financial exploitation and neglect of older persons, remains a serious concern.

June 16, 2026 6:37 am

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