safety
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Nasau Bridge 1 Opens After Deck Upgrade, Boosting Safety and Load Capacity on Nasau Road in Nadi
Nasau Bridge 1 on Nasau Road has reopened after a major upgrade. A newly installed deck aims to boost safety, extend service life and support heavier loads, helping commuters, freight, and emergency responders cross more reliably. This upgrade reflects Fiji’s broader effort to strengthen the nation’s road network.
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Fiji ferry disruption as Interlink passengers disembark by dinghy amid Rakiraki public jetty dispute
Tensions are rising over access to Fiji’s public jetties as a recent ferry delay highlights safety concerns and contested berthing rules. With limited space and growing disputes, passengers and schedules could be the casualties of a widening maritime debate.
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Fiji Housing Authority warns homeowners: excess fuel at home could jeopardize group property insurance
New safety guidance warns that storing fuel beyond normal household needs can raise fire risks and may affect insurance coverage. It stresses keeping fuel to everyday amounts and following safety rules to protect homes and finances.
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Fiji rental housing guideline outlines urgent-repair duties for landlords and tenant remedies
Fiji’s rental guide offers a practical, non-binding roadmap for keeping homes safe, with clear steps on urgent repairs, how tenants can arrange fixes if landlords delay, and a path to escalate disputes—balancing safety with rights for both sides.
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Noco Delta Road Sealing Begins in Rewa, Promising Smoother Travel and Less Dust
Seal extension works are underway along a rural Rewa route, signaling a smoother, safer ride for locals. The upgrade aims to curb dust and mud, shorten travel times, and boost daily access for students, farmers, and traders.
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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 Hosts First ACI-ICAO Annex 14 Regional Workshop to Strengthen Aerodrome Safety Across the Pacific
Fiji hosts a landmark regional training event that could reshape airport safety across the Pacific. With hands-on sessions for dozens of aviation professionals, the program aims to raise standards in aerodrome design, operations, and maintenance—helping island communities keep the skies safer and travel smoother.
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Fiji Expands Drug Crackdown with CCTV Surveillance, Intelligence-Led Raids and Community Action
Fiji’s leadership unveils a sweeping push against illegal drugs, arguing that prevention and community participation are as crucial as enforcement. The plan pairs sharper policing with new surveillance tools and regional cooperation, inviting schools, families, and faith groups to join the effort. It frames the issue as a whole-of-society challenge aimed at curbing growing social…
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Fiji Expands Middle East Travel Advisory, Urges Citizens to Avoid Ten Countries Amid Ongoing Conflict
Fijian nationals in the Middle East are reportedly safe as regional tensions continue. Embassies and consular teams are standing by, while a fresh travel advisory flags heightened risks across several regional destinations amid ongoing conflict and travel disruptions. Officials say updates will follow as the situation evolves.
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Neptune Pacific Direct Line halts new Gulf bookings amid Middle East security concerns
Pacific freight lines pause new Gulf and Middle East bookings amid escalating regional security concerns — a temporary move that could reshape near-term trade routes and schedules.