News

Fiji battles widening HIV epidemic

Fiji is entering a new phase in its HIV response, with health authorities confirming the virus is no longer limited to specific groups and is now affecting communities across the country.

August 7, 2026 1:04 pm
 

News

Fiji records historic $3.5 billion revenue

Fiji’s tax collection has reached a historic high, with the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service recording its biggest annual revenue haul, exceeding government expectations by more than $136 million.

August 7, 2026 1:02 pm
 

News

Electoral system under spotlight over women’s representation

Fiji’s electoral system is being questioned over whether it is creating enough opportunities for women to enter Parliament, with calls for reforms to address barriers
affecting women’s political participation.

August 7, 2026 12:59 pm
 

News

Disability support needs more than cash

The Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission says children with disabilities need more than a monthly allowance, warning that inaccessible infrastructure and
limited support services continue to make daily life difficult for many families.

August 7, 2026 12:30 pm
 

Court

Fareed seeks suspended sentence

The lawyer representing Mohammed Fareed has asked the court to impose a suspended sentence following his conviction on two counts of indecent assault.

August 7, 2026 12:01 pm
 

News

Search underway amid severe weather warnings

A search and rescue operation is underway for six people missing in Lau waters, as authorities warn that ignoring weather advisories costs lives.

August 7, 2026 11:05 am
 

Crime

Joint task force arrests four in drug raids

A joint task force has arrested four men following a series of anti-drug operations in the Western Division this week.

August 7, 2026 9:46 am
 

Crime

Four police officers charged over alleged assault

Four police officers have been charged in relation to the alleged assault of a man in August 2024 and are expected to appear in the Suva Magistrates Court today.

August 7, 2026 9:43 am
 

Crime

Trio remanded over Valelevu property break-in

Three men have been remanded in custody for their alleged involvement in a break-in case in Valelevu, Nasinu.

August 7, 2026 9:32 am
 

News

Democracy needs women leaders, says Jitoko

A democratic gap remains as Fijian women seek space in Parliament.

August 7, 2026 7:34 am
 

News

Search resumes for missing boat carrying six people

Search has resumed for the missing fibreglass boat carrying six people after it failed to arrive at Fulaga Island from Namuka Island yesterday.

August 7, 2026 7:33 am
 

News

Landowners urged to consider lease renewals

Expired land leases and idle agricultural land have emerged as key concerns during the Parliamentary Special Committee on the Sugar Industry consultations, with farmers warning that productive cane land is being left unused while the industry continues to struggle.

August 7, 2026 7:32 am

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