Business
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Fiji fuel supply stays on track as TotalEnergies reports steady tanker arrivals amid panic buying
Fiji’s fuel supply stays on track despite a surge in demand that emptied some pumps. Officials say any shortages are temporary and driven by panic buying, not a disruption to ongoing imports.
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Fiji Gas: LPG deliveries on schedule as regional sourcing shields Fiji from Middle East disruptions
Global energy jitters meet local stability: LPG deliveries are on schedule and stock levels remain solid. Officials emphasize a predictable monthly pricing cycle and warn against panic buying, which could strain distribution and safety.
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Fiji LTA Unveils Phased, Quota-Based Taxi Permit System Starting April
Taxi licensing is undergoing a major overhaul: a quota-based Base and Stand system, plus mandatory checklist sessions for applicants. The phased rollout aims to tighten permits and curb unregulated operators as the changes take hold.
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Carpenters Motors Announces Price Hikes on Labour and Selected Parts Starting April 1, 2026
Carpenters Motors plans to raise labour rates and the prices of selected genuine parts from April 1, 2026, amid rising global costs and freight charges. Current quotations will expire on the implementation date, with a heads-up that further changes could follow if costs shift. The dealership emphasizes that service quality remains unchanged as it weather…
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Fiji tourism earnings jump to $2.81B in 2025, led by Australia
Fiji’s tourism rebound is gaining momentum as travel returns and communities feel the lift. The story looks at who’s bringing visitors and how reliance on a few markets is shaping talks on diversification and broader benefits across the islands.
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CISL renews Fiji BSAF sponsorship, unlocking world-stage opportunities via the Oceania Pocket Billiard Association
Fiji’s billiards scene gets a fresh boost as Complete Insurance Services renews its three-year sponsorship with the BSAF, backing the next national event. With Lautoka hosting and the BSAF now connected to the Oceania Pocket Billiard Association, local players gain new pathways to the world stage.
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Fiji’s TotalEnergies: Fuel supply steady as it manages distribution amid volatile markets
TotalEnergies Fiji says there’s no national fuel shortage, even as a few stations report brief pump outages amid a surge in demand. Supplies are being actively managed to prevent wider disruptions, with officials urging responsible use and warning against stockpiling during volatile global markets.
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Fiji faces fuel-price hike as Labasa Chamber urges awareness drive before budget
Fuel prices in Fiji may spike in the coming weeks, threatening household budgets across Labasa. Community leaders urge early planning—carpooling, using more public transport, and a shift to local food—to blunt the hit, while businesses brace for higher costs and policymakers weigh relief in the looming budget.
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Metropolitan Security Canada launches Fiji unit in Suva with above-minimum-wage pay and benefits
Metropolitan Security is expanding into Fiji with a new Suva operation, promising international standards and enhanced employee benefits. Led by an experienced policing veteran, the venture aims to raise private security norms and deepen professional training in the market.
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Fiji Faces Urgent Fuel Security Threat as Strait of Hormuz Closure Tightens Global Supply
Global oil routes tighten as Hormuz remains closed, pushing Fiji toward a looming fuel security crunch. An urgent call outlines a slim window to top up stocks, diversify suppliers, and prepare rationing—before transport and power are hit. A regional plan for shared reserves and faster cooperation could be the key to weathering the disruption.