Talei Matairakula

He pointed to New Zealand's Māori as an example, saying they had built significant wealth from customary fishing rights despite owning only a small proportion of land.

The GCC said the 2013 Constitution did not give the iTaukei sufficient authority to fully exercise their customary rights.

He said the commission was seeking the province's assistance in identifying appropriate community protectors and facilitating future community engagement sessions where appropriate.

Five-year development plan includes proposals for a hotel and arts village in Deuba.

Leaders say reports about Matuku leaving the provincial council are incorrect.

Ratu Tevita said the focus should not be on assigning blame but work together to support rehabilitation and reintegration.

Delegates unanimously endorse proposal during annual council meeting in Suva.

Minister says relocation options include vacant PRB flats and Government resettlement programme.

He said there were 1650 inmates in Fiji's correctional facilities, with 74 per cent identifying as iTaukei.

According to FCS statistics, there are 1650 inmates, with iTaukei making up 74 per cent.