News

Fuel prices set to climb; petrol could hit $2.70 by May

ANZ Senior Pacific Economist Dr Kishti Sen, in his latest forecast, has stated the prices for unleaded petrol in urban areas – the benchmark motor spirit prices – will likely rise by seven cents per litre on April 1st.

March 23, 2026 1:13 pm
 

News

Strong communication key to government success: Rabuka

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka emphasized that effective communication is vital to government success and public trust during the inaugural Fiji Government Communications Conference this morning.

March 23, 2026 1:12 pm
 

News

Civil service growth outpaced by hiring challenges

Efforts to reform and strengthen the civil service are being challenged by staffing shortages and a lack of qualified applicants, despite major investments in workforce development.

March 23, 2026 1:05 pm
 

Education

Education Bill sparks power clash fears

Unclear lines of authority in the proposed Education Bill are raising concerns about governance and accountability.

March 23, 2026 1:04 pm
 

News

TB awareness urged across Fiji communities

Health officials are reminding the public that Tuberculosis remains a serious but preventable and curable disease in Fiji.

March 23, 2026 1:04 pm
 

News

Byron Aviation to expand into healthcare manufacturing soon

Byron Aviation plans to expand into Fiji’s healthcare sector, with plans to manufacture essential medical equipment such as wheelchairs, stretchers, and oxygen masks locally.

March 23, 2026 12:41 pm
 

News

2026 Fiji- Australia business mission underway

The Fiji Australia Business Mission 2026 has officially commenced in Melbourne.

March 23, 2026 12:40 pm
 

Court

Maharaj denied bail

Bail has been denied for Zoe Maharaj after the court found a high risk of reoffending and a threat to public safety.

March 23, 2026 11:23 am
 

News

Body found near Navuso identified by family

The man whose body was found floating near Navuso yesterday has been identified by his relatives.

March 23, 2026 10:47 am
 

News

Local Government elections to restore true democracy: Nalumisa

Minister for Local Government Maciu Nalumisa says the return of Local Government elections will ensure a fair, transparent process and restore true democracy at the municipal level.

March 23, 2026 10:43 am
 

News

Talks underway for turtle conservation and eco-tourism project in Fiji

Fisheries Western and Research officials have held discussions with Vomo Island Resort on a potential partnership to boost marine conservation and eco-tourism in Fiji.

March 23, 2026 10:40 am
 

Education

Commission calls for autonomous curriculum board

Government interference continues to threaten the independence of the National Curriculum and Assessment Authority, with past administrations reintroducing or removing scaling at will.

March 23, 2026 8:21 am

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