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Historical Retrospective | Fear Spreads Due to Shark Incident
An 18 foot (5.4 metre) shark has been sighted just 400 meters from the shoreline in the Kalokolevu area near Naboro, according to a report by The… read more
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Ravu Steps Down, Will Continue as Backbencher
Kalaveti Ravu has stepped down from his role as Minister for Fisheries and Forests, but will continue to provide service to his constituents and the people of… read more
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Approach to Address Drug Abuse
Due to issues including scarce resources, insufficient frameworks, and inadequate information on cross-border chemical movements, Fiji’s fight against drugs has been negatively affected. This situation was outlined… read more
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Bainivalu Takes Oath as New Minister for Fisheries and Forests
Alitia Bainivalu, previously the Assistant Minister for Tourism, was officially sworn in today as the new Minister for Fisheries and Forests. Her appointment follows the resignation of… read more
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Work on bridge is set to commence soon
The construction of the Saliadrau bridge seems imminent as tender notices were recently released. For over 20 years, the residents of Saliadrau in Namosi have had to… read more
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The development plans for a new health center are progressing as expected.
A new health center is being planned for Namosi province to address the healthcare service gap in the region. According to Provincial Administrator Laisenia Tui, discussions are… read more
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Plans Developed to Tackle Issues
The iTaukei Land Trust Board (TLTB) intends to use master land use plans to tackle problems concerning leases and licenses, according to TLTB environment officer Josua Waqanivalu.… read more
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Projects Align with NDP, Says Singh
Ranjila Singh, a specialist in climate change mitigation, has revealed that the National Climate Change Finance Strategy has outlined several priority projects from the adaptation and mitigation… read more
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Governance Issues in Various Sectors
Josua Waqanivalu, the environment officer for the iTaukei Land Trust Board (TLTB), has highlighted weak sectoral governance as a significant hurdle in the planning process. Waqanivalu, who… read more
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The board has issued 14 conservation leases.
The iTaukei Land Trust Board (TLTB) has granted 14 conservation leases encompassing iTaukei territory. During the Forest Landscape Restoration in Fiji’s Situation Analysis Workshop in Nadi, TLTB… read more
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The initiative to set up areas for conservation
The iTaukei Land Trust Board (TLTB) intends to set up conservation areas by utilizing landowner unit mapping and developing comprehensive land use plans, according to TLTB environment… read more
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Investment in capital is crucial for growth
ANZ Pacific economist, Dr. Kishti Sen, has emphasized the importance of government investment in capital projects as a means to stimulate economic growth. This assertion comes ahead… read more
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Shareholders to receive a special dividend of $2m
Fijian Holdings Limited (FHL) announced that it will be providing a special dividend of $2 million to its shareholders in celebration of its 40th anniversary. The group… read more
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Accounting Firm Welcomes New Partners
KPMG Fiji, part of the global accounting firm, has added two new partners to their lineup to aid in continued expansion within the South Pacific. These new… read more
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Reducing Debt
In a recent pre-Budget video message, Biman Prasad, the Minister of Finance and Deputy Prime Minister, discussed the importance of generating income to service national debt. The… read more
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Third Attempt Proves Successful
The common adage, “Third time’s a charm,” underscores the importance of resilience and enduring determination against all odds. This phrase rings true for Adi Varanisese Likuyameyame Ravula… read more
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Exploring the Aftermath: The Consequence of a Plane Colliding With a Bird
Over a week ago, Virgin Australia flight VA 148 took off from Queenstown, New Zealand, heading to Melbourne. Shortly after departure, the right engine of the Boeing… read more
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Historical Recap | Alarm Strikes Following Shark Sighting
In 1984, local divers and fishermen near Kalokolevu, a community by the Queens Rd close to Naboro, were alarmed by an unusually large shark, as per an… read more
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Ravu Steps Down, Continues as Backbencher
Kalaveti Ravu has stepped down from his position as Fiji’s Minister for Fisheries and Forests following corruption charges, but will retain his seat in Parliament as a… read more
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Approach to Address Drug Abuse
Fiji’s battle against drugs is being hindered by weak infrastructure, a lack of resources, and minimal information concerning substances entering the country, according to the nation’s recently… read more
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Bainivalu Takes Oath as Minister for Fisheries and Forests
Alitia Bainivalu, the Assistant Minister for Tourism, has been officially sworn in as the new Minister for Fisheries and Forests. Her appointment follows the resignation of Kalaveti… read more
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Work on the bridge is set to begin shortly.
The Saliadrau bridge project is a step closer to realization following the release of tender notices for its construction last week. For more than 20 years, the… read more
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Progress Continuing for Proposed Health Centre
A new health centre, designed to address the lack of healthcare services in Namosi province, is being planned. According to the public administrator of the province, Laisenia… read more
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Plans Developed to Tackle Problems
Josua Waqanivalu, environment officer for the iTaukei Land Trust Board (TLTB), has claimed that the organization’s master land use plans can provide solutions to its sequential licensing… read more
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Projects Align with NDP, Says Singh
Climate change mitigation specialist Ranjila Singh has explained that the National Climate Change Finance Strategy prioritizes projects from both adaptation and mitigation sectors, aligning them with the… read more
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Lack of Strong Sectoral Governance
Weak sectoral governance is impacting planning, according to Josua Waqanivalu, the environment officer of the iTaukei Land Trust Board (TLTB). His concern was voiced at the Situation… read more
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The board has issued 14 conservation leases.
The iTaukei Land Trust Board (TLTB) has granted 14 leases for conservation on iTaukei land. This was revealed by TLTB environment officer Josua Waqanivalu during his presentation… read more
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Initiative to Set up Preservation Zones
The iTaukei Land Trust Board (TLTB) intends to create conservation regions, according to the organization’s environment officer, Josua Waqanivalu. This initiative will organize comprehensive land use plans… read more
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Investment in capital is crucial for expansion
ANZ Pacific economist, Dr Kishti Sen, has urged the government to maintain a fiscal policy that favours capital projects. She emphasized the importance of these projects in… read more
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Shareholders to Receive $2m Special Dividend
Fijian Holdings Limited (FHL) is celebrating its 40th anniversary by distributing a $2 million special dividend to its shareholders. FHL Group CEO Jaoji Koroi made the announcement… read more