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Committee expansion targets failing sugar output

Parliament has approved the expansion of the Special Parliamentary Committee on the Sugar Industry.

May 1, 2026 5:15 pm
 

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Drone use banned near correctional facilities over security concerns

The Fiji Corrections Service has announced an immediate ban on the use and operation of drones in and around all correctional areas, citing a rise in unauthorized aerial activity near secure facilities.

May 1, 2026 3:41 pm
 

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540 residents and 90 households to benefit from Buca Village Hydro project

The government has confirmed a steady progress on the Buca Village mini hydropower project, a key intiative in rural area that is expected to transform energy access for people living in Cakaudrove, Vanua levu.

May 1, 2026 3:38 pm
 

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FDB boosts women entrepreneurs funding

The Fiji Development Bank has launched its 2025 National SME Awards, introducing a same-day loan disbursement initiative aimed at supporting women entrepreneurs and strengthening small business growth.

May 1, 2026 3:34 pm
 

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Police defend funeral operations, reject intimidation claims

Assistant Commissioner of Police Operations Kasiano Vusonilawe and Minister for Policing Ioane Naivalurua have responded to concerns raised by those attending the funeral of the late Jone Vakarisi on Ovalau Island.

May 1, 2026 1:16 pm
 

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Electricity price hike delayed to ease cost pressure

Fijian households and businesses struggling with rising living costs have been given temporary relief after the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission moved to delay a proposed electricity tariff increase.

May 1, 2026 1:13 pm
 

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FBOA urges urgent fuel surcharge approval

The Fiji Bus Operators Association has requested urgent consideration of a 33.44 percent fuel surcharge in response to the significant fuel price increase for May 2026.

May 1, 2026 1:11 pm
 

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Dry season limits Cikobia students to one glass of water

Water scarcity on Cikobia Island in Macuata can force schools to ration water, with students receiving only one glass per day in school when dry conditions hit.

May 1, 2026 1:07 pm
 

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Workplace safety strategy shifts to prevention

Fiji is changing its approach to workplace safety, moving away from strict enforcement and penalties toward prevention through training, awareness, and education.

May 1, 2026 1:00 pm
 

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MP's take drug test

Coalition Government Ministers are setting the example in the fight against drugs, with Minister for Information Lynda Tabuya among those who undertook a drug test at Parliament today.

May 1, 2026 12:04 pm
 

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Seruiratu slams false social media claims

Opposition Leader and former FijiFirst Party member Inia Seruiratu has strongly refuted allegations circulating online linking him to claims reportedly made in court by Imran Khan, also known as ‘King Khan’.

May 1, 2026 9:44 am
 

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Online Safety Commission warns over misinformation

The Online Safety Commission says it is aware of the content currently circulating online, including claims that have now been publicly disputed by media present in court and by the individuals named.

May 1, 2026 9:43 am

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