The agriculture sector is set to receive stronger national focus, as the government looks to elevate it to the same level of importance as Fiji’s tourism industry.

National Trade Measurement and Standards Director Virisila Tuimanu stresses that building materials imported into the country must be of the highest quality.

Catholic churches across Fiji were filled today as members marked Ash Wednesday, signalling the start of the Lenten season.

Former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama and former Police Commissioner Sitiveni Qiliho are being questioned at the Criminal Investigation Department Headquarters in Suva.

A two-bedroom home at Saru Back Road, Lautoka, was destroyed by fire in the early hours of Sunday.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Waterways says the sugar industry stands to gain significantly from the Pacific Resilience Facility with investments aimed at strengthening the sector’s resilience against climate challenges.

The Fiji Police Force has raised concerns over drivers ignoring road rules during morning peak hours.

The first bamboo park established in Namosi is proving to be a major advantage for the mataqali of Namara, who have capitalised on their abundant natural resources to develop what is believed to be Fiji’s first initiative of its kind.

A three-day hearing date has been set for an application for leave to judicially review the Commission of Inquiry report.

Former Chief Executive of the Fijian Broadcasting Corporation Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and current Chief Financial Officer, Vimlesh Sagar, are expected to take their plea next month.

A two-bedroom home at Saru Back Road, Lautoka, was destroyed by fire in the early hours of Sunday.