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  • Fiji Government Announces $9.2 Million Payout to End World’s Longest Miners’ Strike

    Fiji Government Announces $9.2 Million Payout to End World’s Longest Miners’ Strike

    Jul 1, 2024

    The president of the Fiji Mine Workers union, Josefa Sadreu, jubilantly acknowledged the $9.2 million payout approved by the Coalition Government for the 368 Vatukoula Gold Mine… read more

  • World’s Longest Strike Comes to End: Fiji Miners Receive $9.2M Settlement After 33-Year Battle

    World’s Longest Strike Comes to End: Fiji Miners Receive $9.2M Settlement After 33-Year Battle

    Jul 1, 2024

    The 33-year long struggle of the Fiji Mine Workers Union has ended, according to union president Josefa Sadreu. Their 368 members suffered significant hardships, which previous governments… read more

  • Financial Struggles Lead to Family Breakups Among Striking Vatukoula Gold Mines Workers

    Jul 1, 2024

    The financial strain from workers’ strike at the Vatukoula gold mines has led to the breakup of several families. One of the impacted individuals is a 64-year-old… read more

  • “Vatukoula Gold Mine Workers Celebrate $9.2 Million Allocation After 33 Years of Struggle”

    “Vatukoula Gold Mine Workers Celebrate $9.2 Million Allocation After 33 Years of Struggle”

    Jul 1, 2024

    The hardships experienced by miners at Vatukoula Gold Mine and their families over the past 33 years are well-known, many of which involve living below the minimum… read more

  • “Vatukoula Goldminers Union Members Receive $9.2 Million Allocation: Relief for Families of Former Miners”

    “Vatukoula Goldminers Union Members Receive $9.2 Million Allocation: Relief for Families of Former Miners”

    Jul 1, 2024

    The announcement of a $9.2 million allocation for the Vatukoula Goldminers union members brought emotional relief to Lusiana Guvanua, a resident of Qoma Village in Tailevu. Guvanua,… read more

  • Vatukoula Gold Mine Workers to Receive $9.2M Compensation After 30-Year Strike: Fiji Trade Union Congress Applauds Decision

    Vatukoula Gold Mine Workers to Receive $9.2M Compensation After 30-Year Strike: Fiji Trade Union Congress Applauds Decision

    Jul 1, 2024

    The Fiji Trade Union Congress (FTUC) has expressed satisfaction with the final resolution of a dispute involving 368 Vatukoula Gold Mine workers. The miners, who have been… read more

  • Textile Industry Concerns Over Rapid Minimum Wage Increase in 2024-2025 National Budget

    Textile Industry Concerns Over Rapid Minimum Wage Increase in 2024-2025 National Budget

    Jul 1, 2024

    Inbamalar Wanarajan, the president of the Textile Clothing & Footwear Council, has raised concerns over the recent increase in minimum wage outlined in the 2024-2025 National Budget.… read more

  • Fijians to Enjoy Lower Fuel Prices in July Amid Weak US Dollar and Decreasing Crude Oil Costs

    Fijians to Enjoy Lower Fuel Prices in July Amid Weak US Dollar and Decreasing Crude Oil Costs

    Jul 1, 2024

    Fijian citizens can expect to pay less for fuel this month due to reduced crude oil prices and a weaker US dollar compared to the Fiji dollar… read more

  • Fiji Farmers Trained in Organic Agriculture and Agroecology at Navuso Learning Farm Centre

    Fiji Farmers Trained in Organic Agriculture and Agroecology at Navuso Learning Farm Centre

    Jul 1, 2024

    Nearly 50 small-scale farmers received training in organic agriculture and agroecology at the Navuso Learning Farm Centre last week. The three-day program was part of the Pacific… read more

  • Fiji Airways and BSP Life’s $230 Million Luxury Hotel, Vatu Talei, to Open in 2026

    Fiji Airways and BSP Life’s $230 Million Luxury Hotel, Vatu Talei, to Open in 2026

    Jul 1, 2024

    Fiji Airways and BSP Life-owned Richmond Ltd have collaborated on a $230 million hotel investment project, Vatu Talei, planning to open its doors by the end of… read more

  • Transforming Agriculture: How Smart Farming Practices Promote Soil Health and Biodiversity in Fiji

    Transforming Agriculture: How Smart Farming Practices Promote Soil Health and Biodiversity in Fiji

    Jul 1, 2024

    Industrialization’s conventional farming methods have historically placed heavy burdens on the land, with efforts to yield more per hectare leading to soil degradation from the use of… read more

  • Exploring the Concept of Beauty in the Miss Hibiscus Queen Contest

    Exploring the Concept of Beauty in the Miss Hibiscus Queen Contest

    Jul 1, 2024

    The recent announcement for participants in the Miss Hibiscus contest has triggered thoughts on the concept of beauty for retired teacher, Tessa Mackenzie. Not claiming any personal… read more

  • Mark One Apparel Factory Workers Strike Over Unfulfilled Pay Raise Promises in 1990 Suva Protest

    Mark One Apparel Factory Workers Strike Over Unfulfilled Pay Raise Promises in 1990 Suva Protest

    Jul 1, 2024

    On September 3, 1990, 75 employees of Mark One Apparel factory in Suva, Fiji commenced a strike in opposition to management’s unfulfilled promise of increased wages. The… read more

  • Ministry of Health Seeks Funding to Update Outdated Acts, Targets New Financial Year for Review

    Ministry of Health Seeks Funding to Update Outdated Acts, Targets New Financial Year for Review

    Jun 30, 2024

    Dr. Jemesa Tudravu, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health, highlighted the need for modernizing several outdated acts during the public submission of the Ministry of… read more

  • Fiji’s Ministry of Health Outlines Strategic Plan for National Development Amid COVID-19 Recovery Efforts

    Fiji’s Ministry of Health Outlines Strategic Plan for National Development Amid COVID-19 Recovery Efforts

    Jun 30, 2024

    The Ministry of Health and Medical Services is eagerly anticipating the forthcoming National Development Plan (NDP) which is expected to shape its Health Strategic Plan. According to… read more

  • Fiji Health Ministry Strategizes Intersectoral Approach to Curve Rising HIV Cases

    Fiji Health Ministry Strategizes Intersectoral Approach to Curve Rising HIV Cases

    Jun 30, 2024

    The Health Ministry in Fiji is formulating a strategic plan to address the escalating HIV cases in the country, utilizing a thorough and coordinated procedure. Health Minister… read more

  • “Prime Minister Rabuka Addresses Transnational Crime and Climate Change Threats at Pacific Security Conference”

    “Prime Minister Rabuka Addresses Transnational Crime and Climate Change Threats at Pacific Security Conference”

    Jun 30, 2024

    Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka recently emphasized the disregard crime and criminals have for borders during his opening of the first Pacific Regional and National Security Conference for… read more

  • Fiji Airways Named Best Pacific Airline Amid Calls for Greater Empowerment and Accountability in the Nation

    Fiji Airways Named Best Pacific Airline Amid Calls for Greater Empowerment and Accountability in the Nation

    Jun 30, 2024

    Fiji Airways is deemed the best airline in the Pacific, according to an announcement that credited the achievement to the exceptional service and unique hospitality of the… read more

  • Pacific Island Countries Struggle to Attract Japanese Tourists: Challenges and Potential Solutions

    Pacific Island Countries Struggle to Attract Japanese Tourists: Challenges and Potential Solutions

    Jun 30, 2024

    Pacific Island Countries (PICS), inclusive of Fiji, have been encouraged to boost their appeal to Japanese visitors. Akiko Takahashi, director of the Pacific Island Centre, identified the… read more

  • Fiji Rugby Team Welcomes Captain Nayacalevu and Olympian Mata Ahead of Georgia Test Match

    Fiji Rugby Team Welcomes Captain Nayacalevu and Olympian Mata Ahead of Georgia Test Match

    Jun 30, 2024

    Team captain Waisea Nayacalevu and Olympian Viliame Mata have joined the Flying Fijians rugby team’s training camp in London. The team is preparing for their upcoming Test… read more

  • “Japanese Government Aims to Bolster Ties with Pacific Island Countries at Upcoming PALM 10 Meeting”

    “Japanese Government Aims to Bolster Ties with Pacific Island Countries at Upcoming PALM 10 Meeting”

    Jun 30, 2024

    The upcoming PALM 10 meeting of Pacific leaders next month presents a prime opportunity for the Japanese Government to establish stronger ties with Fiji and other Pacific… read more

  • Fiji Bula Boys Take Fourth Place at 2024 Oceania Football Confederation Men’s Nations Cup Following Loss to Tahiti

    Fiji Bula Boys Take Fourth Place at 2024 Oceania Football Confederation Men’s Nations Cup Following Loss to Tahiti

    Jun 30, 2024

    The Digicel Fiji Bula Boys clinched the fourth spot at the 2024 Oceania Football Confederation Men’s Nations Cup, losing 2-1 to Tahiti in the contest for third… read more

  • Ratu Tevita to be Installed as Tui Nayau on Nayau Island in a Historic Ceremony

    Ratu Tevita to be Installed as Tui Nayau on Nayau Island in a Historic Ceremony

    Jun 30, 2024

    On July 8, 2025, Ratu Tevita Lutunauga Kapaiwai Uluilakeba Mara will be installed as the fourth Tui Nayau on Nayau Island. He is set to continue the… read more

  • Fiji’s Ministry of Employment to Oversee Workers’ Compensation and Student Injury Claims in Budget Revisions for 2024-2025

    Fiji’s Ministry of Employment to Oversee Workers’ Compensation and Student Injury Claims in Budget Revisions for 2024-2025

    Jun 30, 2024

    The Accident Compensation Commission, Fiji (ACCF), will hand over its tasks related to workers compensation and student injury to the Ministry of Employment. This change was announced… read more

  • Elderly Man’s Death Raises Fiji’s Road Fatality Toll to 27: A Tragic Motor Accident at Laucala Beach

    Elderly Man’s Death Raises Fiji’s Road Fatality Toll to 27: A Tragic Motor Accident at Laucala Beach

    Jun 30, 2024

    The latest road casualty is a man in his 70s who died after a car accident in Laucala Beach last night. As per the Police report, the… read more

  • “Labasa Women’s Football Team Crushes Suva in Digicel Fiji Women’s Super League Match”

    “Labasa Women’s Football Team Crushes Suva in Digicel Fiji Women’s Super League Match”

    Jun 30, 2024

    Labasa’s women’s football team achieved a remarkable 11-0 victory over Suva in the Digicel Fiji Women’s Super League competition, held at the Fiji Football Academy in Suva.… read more

  • $40 Million Allocated for Back to School Support in 2024-2025 National Budget, Says Finance Minister

    $40 Million Allocated for Back to School Support in 2024-2025 National Budget, Says Finance Minister

    Jun 30, 2024

    $40 million has been set aside for back-to-school support, as announced by Finance Minister Professor Biman Prasad during the presentation of the 2024-2025 National Budget in Parliament… read more

  • Landscaping Legends: The Salen’s Story

    Jun 29, 2024

    Transforming Outdoor Spaces Since 1985 The Legacy of Salen’s Landscaping Inc. Salen’s Landscaping Inc. has established itself as a cornerstone in the landscaping industry since its inception… read more

  • Fiji Weather Forecast and Local Events Roundup Including Power Shutdown Schedule and Movie Showtimes

    Fiji Weather Forecast and Local Events Roundup Including Power Shutdown Schedule and Movie Showtimes

    Jun 29, 2024

    Greetings to all. Today’s edition includes important updates you might need for your day. In terms of the weather forecast for today: A trough of low pressure… read more

  • “Fiji’s National Budget 2024-2025: A People-Centric Approach Towards Economic Growth and Resilience”

    “Fiji’s National Budget 2024-2025: A People-Centric Approach Towards Economic Growth and Resilience”

    Jun 29, 2024

    The plan for the 2024-2025 Fiji National Budget has been presented, which has drawn numerous industry professionals to analyze various features of the budget deeply. From past… read more

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