transport
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Fuel surge threatens Fiji’s Rewa Delta lifeline boat services as fares stay frozen
Fuel costs surge while fares stay frozen, pushing Nasali Landing’s small boat operators to the edge. With earnings squeezed and no immediate relief in sight, the Delta’s crucial water transport could be at risk.
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Fiji launches public survey to overhaul colonial-era bicycle laws
– Option 1: Grassroots Fiji is reshaping bicycle laws rooted in the colonial era. A new anonymous survey seeks everyday riding experiences to guide practical, safer policy for the streets. – Option 2: Cycling is becoming daily life in Suva, and a community-led initiative is turning talk into policy by gathering real rider insights to…
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Fiji urged to accelerate low-carbon, climate-resilient transport and maritime modernization
Fiji’s transport sector stands at a critical crossroads as climate risks intensify and dependence on imported fossil fuels strains infrastructure and public finances. A new assessment urges rapid electrification, smarter urban planning, and climate‑proofed maritime and road networks to slash emissions and shield the economy from rising costs and disruption.
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Fiji Tightens Official Transport Rules, Limiting Backup Cars to President and Prime Minister
New directives tighten control of government transport, allowing backup vehicles only for the President and Prime Minister and curbing home pickup and drop-off for most senior officials. The Finance Ministry circular signals a broader push to curb state resources across ministries, with immediate implications for daily operations and security arrangements. Details on how departments will…
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Fiji opposition slams government after 26-hour Ellington Jetty stand-off in Rakiraki leaves ferry passengers stranded
An episode at Ellington Jetty has sparked a sharp political clash over maritime rules and who holds the public interest in port access. Critics say a private vessel effectively hijacked a public wharf, leaving inter-island travelers stranded and prompting allegations of government inaction. As the debate unfolds, key questions linger about enforcement, safety, and accountability.
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Fiji adopts base-and-stand taxi framework to extend service coverage into rural areas
Fiji is moving away from open taxi ranks to a planned base-and-stand system, aiming to broaden coverage beyond crowded urban areas. The change promises fairer, more reliable access for rural communities, with many details still to unfold.
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Labasa Seeks Legalisation of Pari Drivers to Bridge Late-Night Transport Gap
Late-night transport in Labasa is a growing concern as workers struggle to get home after 7pm. A proposal to formalize informal “pari” drivers is sparking a key debate about safety, regulation, and real-world access to reliable night-time options.
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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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Fiji outer-island transport faces higher fares as fuel costs rise, warns MP Semi Koroilavesau
Rising fuel prices could push transport to Fiji’s outer islands to new highs and cut service frequency. A former cruise-industry executive weighs in on what this may mean for island life—and the possible moves communities could make to weather the price swings.