As climate change impacts Fiji’s islands, Kavala residents in Kadavu are wary of local development.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Waterways is urging women farmers to be part of the National Women in Agriculture Symposium from March 8 to 11.

The Suva High Court is expected to deliver its judgment in the judicial review of former FICAC Commissioner Barbara Malimali this afternoon.

Police have stepped up security measures as Nadi prepares for the UB40 concert at King Charles Park later today.

Education Minister Aseri Radrodro says delays in the $200 back-to-school assistance payments are mainly due to incorrect information submitted by parents.

The Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission believes that the continued lack of prosecutions is undermining the response to human trafficking.

More than 55,000 active leases managed by the iTaukei Land Trust Board are contributing directly to Fiji’s economy.

The Fiji Government says there is no indication that New Zealand’s new seasonal visa arrangements will affect Fiji’s participation in the Recognised Seasonal Employer scheme.

The National Fire Authority says some institutions affected by recent fires had no proper fire safety training in place, despite having designated wardens and firefighting systems.

The iTaukei Land Trust Board is calling for a wide-ranging review of key land laws, saying outdated legislation is limiting returns to iTaukei landowners.

The Higher Education Commission will use Fiji’s overseas missions to verify foreign schools as more students head to non-traditional destinations like Japan and China.

Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu has again reaffirmed that there are no drug laboratories in Fiji and he has called for greater international support to strengthen the country’s fight against the illegal drug trade.