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250 workers repatriated in five-year crackdown

More than 250 workers have been repatriated over the past five years as the Ministry of Employment clamps down on labour law breaches.

March 19, 2026 5:24 pm
 

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Severe thunderstorm, heavy rainfall warning issued

Keep clear of flooded creeks and drains. This is the message from the Fiji Meteorological Service as it issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Heavy Rainfall for the whole of Vanua Levu and the southeastern parts of Viti Levu.

March 19, 2026 5:21 pm
 

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Top farmers honoured at fifth Star Farmer Awards

The fifth annual Star Farmer Awards has recognised top-performing farmers who are setting new standards in agricultural productivity.

March 19, 2026 5:19 pm
 

Health

New X-ray machines rolled out to improve healthcare access

The Ministry of Health has today commenced the dispatch and installation of new floor-mounted general X-ray machines at Lami Health Centre, Vunidawa Subdivisional Hospital in Naitasiri, and Korovou Hospital in Tailevu.

March 19, 2026 5:14 pm
 

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Rokoika objects to conflict of interest in Kamikamica’s notice of motion

The second day of the stay applications filed by the former Deputy Prime Ministers Manoa Kamikamica and Professor Biman Prasad regarding the validity of the Acting Fiji Independent Commissioner Against Corruption Commissioner Lavi Rokoika’s appointment and her ability to lay charges against them in criminal proceedings.

March 19, 2026 3:23 pm
 

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Fiji-Australia talks set stage for upcoming meet

In a significant step for regional climate advocacy, Minister for Climate Change Lynda Tabuya held a meeting with Australian High Commissioner Peter Roberts this week.

March 19, 2026 2:52 pm
 

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UAE to open Suva Embassy

The cabinet has endorsed the establishment of a resident Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Suva, marking a significant milestone in Fiji–UAE diplomatic relations.

March 19, 2026 2:50 pm
 

Health

Obesity crisis a national threat as women hardest hit: Dr Lalabalavu

Minister for Health Dr Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu has issued a strong warning that obesity and diabetes are among Fiji’s most urgent health threats, with women disproportionately affected.

March 19, 2026 1:27 pm
 

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Social media fuels teen anxiety

Heavy social media use is increasingly contributing to anxiety and low self-esteem among teenagers.

March 19, 2026 1:22 pm
 

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Inter-ministerial cooperation to tackle growing drug threat

A whole-of-government response remains critical to confronting growing illicit drug trafficking in Fiji.

March 19, 2026 1:19 pm
 

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Government pushes to turn farmers into commercial producers

The Ministry of Agriculture is ramping up efforts to transform subsistence farmers into commercial producers, placing a stronger focus on youth, women, and market-driven agriculture.

March 19, 2026 1:16 pm
 

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Kava taboo for women clarified by Vanua Qoibau leaders

Traditional leaders of Vanua Qoibau have clarified that the taboo on kava consumption for women applies only within the vanua.

March 19, 2026 1:14 pm

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