Three clauses in the proposed Referendum Bill have been labeled fundamentally undemocratic. They have sparked concerns about the impact on citizens’ political freedoms.

The Fiji Meteorological Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for heavy rainfall.

Rural communities in the Northern Division are facing long-standing development challenges and urgently need reforms.

The government is stepping up efforts to improve access to essential services in rural communities.

Fiji has outperformed regional and global averages in aviation safety oversight, showing strong regulatory and operational standards.

Fiji faces rising public safety risks from repeat offenders as it launches its new Parole Board.

Unattended kerosene stoves are putting lives at risk after a fire destroyed a home on Vomo Street in Lautoka last week.

Fiji is looking to Singapore’s waste system to tackle growing environmental and public health risks.

Derelict vessels are damaging the marine environment and creating serious safety risks at sea.

Dialogue Fiji Chief Executive Nilesh Lal has criticised Section 27 of the draft national referendum Bill, which prevents people under the age of 18 and non-registered voters from taking part in referendum-related activities.

The Fiji Police Force has urged the Labasa Taxi Drivers Association to follow proper channels when lodging complaints against police officers, as it responds to serious allegations that some senior traffic officers in Labasa are protecting illegal taxi operators.

Reports of online scams and fraud are surging, with victims losing thousands of dollars through fake social media sales, investment schemes, and undelivered goods.