3 h. ago Employers body urges FCCC to suspend proposed electricity tariff hike

The Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation is strongly recommending the Fijian Commerce and Consumer Competition suspends its decision on the proposed electricity tariff increase and undertake nationwide consultations with the private sector. Chief Executive, Edward Bernard says they believe this essential step will provide the Commission with critical insights that support a more balanced and […]

Economics

13 h. ago LTA warns drivers against fatigue risks during festive travel

The Land Transport Authority is warning motorists that driver fatigue remains a silent but deadly risk on Fiji’s roads, especially during long-distance travel over the festive season. The Authority says tired drivers experience slower reaction times, poor judgment, and may slip into dangerous micro sleeps without any warning, significantly increasing the risk of serious accidents. […]

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27 h. ago People’s Alliance backs minister’s push for power tariff consultation

The People’s Alliance Party says concerns raised by Minister for Public Works Ro Filipe Tuisawau over the recent electricity tariff increase are legitimate and in the best interests of Fijians. General Secretary Sila Balawa says while the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission (FCCC) is independent, it must recognise that government ministers represent the people. He […]

Politics

30 h. ago Sydney residents honour Bondi victims on National Day of Reflection

Mourners and community members on Sunday (December 21) gathered at Bondi Beach, laying flowers and paying respects as Australia marked a National Day of Reflection for victims of a mass shooting during a Hanukkah celebration at the seaside location one week ago. The attack, described by authorities as Australia’s deadliest mass shooting in nearly three […]

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4 d. ago Bus operators say majority comply with ‘No Card, No Ride’ policy

The Fiji Bus Operators Association says most public transport users have responded positively to the enforcement of the ‘No Card, No Ride’ policy under the Electronic Fare Ticketing (Omnibus) Regulations 2017. This, according to FBOA President Richard Lal after the policy came into effect earlier this week. Lal says daily e-ticket card registrations increased by […]

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5 d. ago UN commends Fiji Police Act review for strong human rights focus

Delays by ministries in providing legal instructions are costing the State thousands of dollars in court penalties and damaging its credibility before the judiciary. Solicitor-General Ropate Green says his office is often unable to meet strict court timelines because instructions from client ministries arrive late or are incomplete. He says courts operate on fixed deadlines, […]

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6 d. ago Nalumisa urges candidates to prioritize public in municipal polls

Minister for Local Government Maciu Nalumisa is urging those intending to contest the upcoming Municipal Elections to put the interests of the people first, as Fiji prepares for the return of local government polls after more than 25 years. Nalumisa is also calling on ratepayers to be cautious and discerning when choosing their representatives, stressing […]

Politics

7 d. ago Defence slams state delays in Punja case as hearing deferred

Defence lawyers for Thakor Hari Punja today criticised repeated delays caused by the State’s late filing of submissions. Punja, the grandson of a prominent businessman, is before the court in a matter that was again stalled after the prosecution failed to meet multiple filing deadlines. He is charged with unlawful possession of illicit drugs. Defence […]

Sport

7 d. ago Authorities hold person of interest after Brown University shooting leaves two dead

Authorities detained a “person of interest” who was found in a Rhode Island hotel after the Brown University shooting that left two students dead and nine wounded at the Ivy League school as students took exams before winter break, authorities said on Sunday. Providence Police Chief Oscar Perez said at a midday news conference that […]

Events

7 d. ago Eleven killed after gunmen target Jewish festival in deadliest Australia shooting in decades

New South Wales Police say 11 people have been killed in a shooting targeting the Jewish community, with 29 taken to hospital – including a child It is the deadliest shooting in Australia since the Port Arthur attack in 1996 The attack at Bondi Beach happened while an event was being held to mark the […]

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8 d. ago Two US soldiers and an interpreter killed in suspected Islamic State attack

Two U.S. Army soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed in Syria by a suspected Islamic State attacker who targeted a convoy of American and Syrian forces before being shot dead, the U.S. military said. The attack was barely a month after Syria announced it had signed a political cooperation agreement with the U.S.-led coalition […]

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9 d. ago Hundreds of storks found dead near Madrid amid wider bird flu surge

Spanish authorities have detected four outbreaks of bird flu in wild birds in the central Madrid region, where forestry agents collected hundreds of dead storks over the past several weeks including more than a hundred in the past 24 hours. The outbreaks are part of an unprecedented surge in bird flu cases across Europe this […]

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1 week ago Civic education drive launched for first local elections in 20

A nationwide civic education campaign designed to prepare communities for Fiji’s first Local Government Elections in two decades has officially been launched. Minister for Local Government Maciu Nalumisa says the campaign is a major step toward restoring democratic representation and empowering people to take part meaningfully in decisions that shape their towns and cities. “For […]

Politics

1 week ago Indonesia says more than $3 billion in recovery funds required after Sumatra floods

Indonesia’s Sumatra island will require 51.82 trillion rupiah ($3.11 billion) in reconstruction and recovery funds following a series of deadly floods, senior government officials said. The death toll from the cyclone-induced floods and landslides reached 950 as of Monday, with 274 people still missing, according to official data. The storms also killed about 200 people […]

Events

2 w. ago EFL power restoration continues: Fijians urged to stay cautious

The aftermath of last night’s torrential downpour continues to affect electricity supply across several areas, with Energy Fiji Limited crew working around the clock to restore power. EFL confirmed that while electricity has gradually returned to most affected locations, some customers remain without supply as teams continue restoration efforts. The company states that EFL crew […]

Politics

2 w. ago Hong Kong election turnout in focus amid anger over deadly fire

Hong Kong voter turnout will be in focus in an election on Sunday, with the population still grieving and traumatised after the worst fire in nearly 80 years that has authorities scrambling to avoid a broader public backlash. Residents are angry over the blaze that killed at least 159 people and took nearly two days […]

Events

2 w. ago Kolinisau demands sharper defence as Fiji target maximum points

Fiji Airways Fiji men’s 7s head coach Osea Kolinisau says the team must lift its defensive standards and maintain consistency as they shift their focus to this weekend’s Cape Town Sevens. Reflecting on their Dubai campaign, Kolinisau said Fiji’s performances showed promise but also exposed critical areas requiring immediate improvement. “We’ve got to try and […]

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2 w. ago Sri Lanka cyclone survivors afraid to go home, stuck in relief centres

Residents of Kithulbadde village in central Sri Lanka say they have been left in the lurch after last week’s deadly cyclone and many are stuck in relief centres as damaged infrastructure has made them wary of returning home. About 479 people were killed in the storm, which brought intense winds and the worst floods in […]

Sport

2 w. ago UN hopeful Grynspan vows to rebuild trust after Trump criticism

One of the candidates to become the U.N.’s first female secretary-general, senior U.N. official Rebeca Grynspan, has pledged to restore trust in the organisation as it faces heavy criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump. The process to elect the next U.N. chief formally kicked off last week as member states were asked to nominate candidates […]

Politics

2 w. ago Leptospirosis kills two, warning issued for Northern Division

The Ministry of Health is urging people in the Northern Division to take extra precautions after two recent deaths linked to leptospirosis. While current case numbers remain low, the Ministry warns the disease is still deadly especially after heavy rain and flooding, when infections are known to increase. Leptospirosis is preventable and treatable if caught […]

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