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Laboratory samples connected to the inquiry into the death of Police Constable Peniasi Racagi have been forwarded to New Zealand for analysis. This follows the Fiji Police Force transferring all files and evidence, including allegations of officer involvement, to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) for independent review. ODPP director Nancy Tikoisuva […]

The ice plant in Labasa has been down for months, forcing fishers and vendors to rely on costly private suppliers and affecting fish storage and supply in the Northern Division. Minister for Fisheries Alitia Bainivalu said “the technical services team of the ministry are working to change the ice plant in Labasa.” She said once […]

Courts Fiji continues to draw strong support from long-time customers, with shoppers citing trust, service and affordability as key reasons for their continued loyalty in a competitive retail market. For many customers, the retailer remains a preferred destination for household goods, with decades-long relationships highlighting the strength of repeat patronage in Fiji’s retail sector. Labasa […]

The paperwork for 194 intern doctor placements has not reached the Prime Minister’s table. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka said assigning 194 intern doctors a work placement required a structured administrative process. “The recommendation letters have not gotten to my table,” he said. Mr Rabuka said relevant authorities must complete recommendations and assessments before reaching his […]

NEARLY 20,000 residents in the greater Labasa area could be left without water after close of business today if landowners of the Nasarava water catchment do not receive an outstanding payment of $410,000. The ultimatum, issued by the Nabukarabe Mataqali (clan), which owns the land where the Nasarava catchment is located. At the heart of […]

NEW tender contracts of procurement of medicines will be directly affected by rising fuel prices, warns the Assistant Health Minister Penioni Ravunawa. Mr Ravunawa said no sector was spared with the fuel price increase, including the health sector. “At the moment, over 80 per cent of medicine and medical equipment are on tender for three […]

THREE Labasa-based police officers are under investigation for allegedly accepting a bribe from a suspect held in custody. The Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption (FICAC) has taken over the criminal element of the case following a direct referral from the Commissioner of Police, Rusiate Tudravu. The investigation stems from allegations that the three officers accepted […]

Not all sugarcane farmers are satisfied with the $5million fuel subsidy, says Bucaisau Cooperative president Firoz Ali. Mr Ali said the assistance would only apply to transportation and harvesting equipment such as lorries, tractors and mechanical harvesters, meaning some farmers would miss out on the relief. “Farmers who transport their cane using rail systems or […]

Sugar Minister Tomasi Tunabuna has called on politicians to support practical solutions that help farmers earn more rather than politicising the sugarcane sector. He said farmers should not be used for political debate ahead of the general election. “Instead, politicians should encourage farmers to diversify their crops so they can earn better incomes,” said Mr […]

Energy Fiji Ltd is aiming to generate about 60 per cent of the country’s electricity from renewable sources by 2029 and at least 90 per cent by 2035 under a planned $2billion energy transition program. Appearing before the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Economic Affairs yesterday, EFL chief financial officer Semisi Tawake said the shift to […]