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Overwhelming majority of Fiji landowners push to reclaim mineral rights in Mining Act review
In Fiji, native landowners are pushing for a dramatic shift: minerals beneath their land should belong to them, not the State. With public consultations underway, the Mining… read more
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Wardens Gold Extend Perfect Defence as Fiji Bitter Marist Sevens Heads to Knockout Rounds
Day two of the 50th Marist Sevens delivered the drama fans crave, with favourites holding firm amid a string of razor-thin battles. Pools are done and knockouts… read more
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Fiji urged to start backyard farming to beat inflation and supply disruptions
Fiji is turning to backyard farming as a practical shield against rising food prices and potential supply shocks. From quick-yield crops to subsidised seeds and guidance, households… read more
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Sabeto landowners press for direct quarry licences as Fiji reviews Mining Act 1965
Landowners in Fiji’s Sabeto are pushing for the right to hold quarry licenses themselves, saying the current system mostly benefits contractors. The proposal highlights a broader debate… read more
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27 March 2026 Fiji Weather: Cloudy with Showers Across the Group, Afternoon Thunderstorms Likely on Viti Levu and Vanua Levu; Southeasterly Winds Fresh to Moderate; Seas Moderate to Rough
Clouds, showers and a risk of afternoon storms sweep across Fiji as southeasterly winds take charge. Some areas stay mostly fine, while others may see heavier downpours… read more
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Tabuya Urges Lawyers to Lead on Vuda Waste Crisis, Ensure Community Voices Are Heard
Waste management tensions in Vuda have sparked a bold push for stronger legal advocacy and broader community voice. A government minister has urged lawyers and advocacy groups… read more
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Fiji’s power secure as EFL flags fuel disruption risk and renewables reach half of generation
Fiji’s energy grid remains stable in the face of global tensions, as renewables expand and contingency plans are stepped up to keep power affordable and reliable. read more
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Fiji to digitize records after Auditor-General flags $28.5 million unverifiable payments at Ministry for Women
An audit flagged a backlog of paperwork at the Ministry for Women, leaving millions in payments without verifiable records. The ministry is moving rapidly to digital systems… read more
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CID to probe iTaukei Affairs allegations after minister files complaint
Police have launched a formal CID-led assessment into allegations involving a senior iTaukei Affairs official after a minister’s complaint, signaling a shift from public claims to a… read more