Budget 2025-26

Some Lomaiviti projects already funded, more planned: Immanuel

Minister for Finance Esrom Immanuel says development projects earmarked for Lomaiviti Province will be delivered in stages, with some already funded under the current national budget and others being considered for the next financial year.

May 30, 2026 12:50 pm
 

News

Ministry advances Varoko crematorium preparatory works

The Ministry of Multi-Ethnic Affairs, Culture, Heritage and Arts has taken another step towards developing the Varoko gas-fired crematorium project in Ba.

May 30, 2026 12:49 pm
 

Fire

One left homeless after Lautoka fire

An individual has been left homeless, with an estimated $35,000 in damages, after a house fire in Lautoka.

May 30, 2026 12:48 pm
 

News

New Pacific fund to grow resilient businesses

A major new regional fund aimed at helping Pacific businesses access finance, attract investment and drive sustainable growth has been launched in Suva.

May 30, 2026 12:47 pm
 

News

$115 million boost to cut import reliance

Fiji’s digital agriculture program is entering a critical rollout phase.

May 30, 2026 7:43 am
 

Education

School heads shifted to HQ amid probe

Staffing instability is affecting the Education Ministry.

May 30, 2026 7:41 am
 

News

Lomaiviti Province welcomes new Criminal Records Bill 2025

There is strong optimism from the province of Lomaiviti following the passage of the Criminal Records Bill 2025.

May 30, 2026 7:39 am
 

News

Mahogany Bill promises bigger returns for landowners

Minister for Forestry Alitia Bainivalu says the Mahogany Industry Bill 2026 will give landowners a stronger voice and a bigger share in Fiji’s mahogany industry.

May 30, 2026 7:35 am
 

News

Big money pledged to tackle power failures

Unplanned electricity outages rose in 2025 even as restoration times improved.

May 29, 2026 6:22 pm
 

Climate Change

FBC Journalist receives regional award

Fiji’s deepening climate crisis has been thrust onto the regional stage at the Terra Asia Climate Change Project awards in Manila,Philippines.

May 29, 2026 6:21 pm
 

News

Cash aid for ex-inmates below budget

Limited access to post-release support has come under scrutiny in Parliament.

May 29, 2026 4:58 pm
 

News

New shipping push could lift jobs

Pacific youth say major regional infrastructure plans could reshape jobs, trade and long-term economic prospects across Fiji and the wider Pacific. Focus is now on the Quad Ports of the Future Partnership.

May 29, 2026 4:56 pm

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