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Conservation Leases Issued by Board Numbers 14
The iTaukei Land Trust Board (TLTB) has allotted 14 conservation leases for iTaukei-owned territory. In a presentation at the Situation Analysis Workshop on Forest Landscape Restoration in… read more
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Proposal for Creating Conservation Zones
The iTaukei Land Trust Board (TLTB) plans to create conservation zones via landowner units and master land use plans, according to the board’s environment officer, Josua Waqanivalu.… read more
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Investment in Capital is Crucial for Expansion
Economist Dr. Kishti Sen from ANZ Pacific has stressed the importance of continuing capital projects to bolster economic growth, ahead of the announcement of the Government’s 2024-2025… read more
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Shareholders to receive a special dividend of $2m
Fijian Holdings Limited (FHL) has announced a special dividend of $2 million for its shareholders to mark its 40th anniversary. The announcement was made by the group’s… read more
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An accounting firm has acquired new partners.
KPMG Fiji recently announced the addition of two new partners in a move to foster its expansion in the South Pacific. The new members, Marissa Apted and… read more
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Reducing Debt
In his recent pre-Budget video message, Biman Prasad, the Minister of Finance and Deputy Prime Minister, emphasized the need to manage and repay debts. Key to the… read more
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Luck Strikes For The Third Time
The adage, ‘Third time’s a charm’, is a testament to human tenacity and the relentless pursuit of success despite challenging circumstances. This saying certainly rings true for… read more
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Exploring the Impact of Bird Strikes on Airplanes
A Virgin Australia flight, VA 148, experienced a significant issue just after departing from Queenstown, New Zealand more than a week ago. Shortly following takeoff, there were… read more
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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