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Third cane payment increase lifts farmer’s earnings

Sugarcane farmers are set to receive a total of $68.04 per tonne for the 2025 harvest after adjustments to the third cane payment, according to the Sugar Industry Tribunal.

April 5, 2026 1:36 pm
 

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Budget talks focus on health, drugs, and suicide prevention

During the 2026–27 budget consultations, concerns were raised over the state of Fiji’s health sector. While citizens acknowledged some progress, they emphasized that it remains insufficient to ensure quality healthcare for all.

April 5, 2026 1:34 pm
 

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Cruise vessel MV Fiji Princess runs aground near Monuriki Island

The MV Fiji Princess, operated by Blue Lagoon Cruises, ran aground on a reef near Monuriki Island while on a seven-day voyage.

April 5, 2026 1:26 pm
 

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Landowners granted voice in councils

Cabinet has approved changes to the Local Government Act 1972 to include traditional landowners as reserved non-voting members in Municipal Councils.

April 5, 2026 1:22 pm
 

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Government urges carpooling amid fuel price hikes

The government is calling on Fijians to start carpooling as part of efforts to ease growing fuel pressure caused by rising global oil prices.

April 5, 2026 8:08 am
 

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Naitasiri villagers demand better roads

People in Naitasiri are calling for better roads to improve access and transportation in their communities.

April 5, 2026 8:05 am
 

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Fiji’s growing drug problem: India pushes for rehab and community action

The Indian High Commission has urged urgent collaborative efforts to tackle the growing drug problem in Fiji, emphasizing the need for a dedicated rehabilitation center to support those affected.

April 5, 2026 8:01 am
 

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Local innovation needed over anticipated cost rise

As the cost of living’s forecasted to increase, there is a growing call for Fijians to adopt innovative, community-driven solutions to ease financial pressure.

April 5, 2026 7:59 am
 

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FBC radio available now worldwide

Fijians from across the world can now easily tune in to Fijian Broadcasting Corporations radio stations following the migration of all six live streams to a new, centralised platform.

April 5, 2026 7:57 am
 

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Heavy rain to continue across Fiji

The Fiji Meteorological Service has issued a heavy rain alert for the entire country as a trough of low pressure remains over the group.

April 4, 2026 4:46 pm
 

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Fuel dependence risks economic vulnerability

The country’s heavy reliance on imported fuel is raising concerns about economic vulnerability as global tensions continue to affect supply and prices.

April 4, 2026 4:45 pm
 

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Housing crisis deepens as youth warn of lifelong renting

The rising cost and poor quality of housing have emerged as major concerns during consultations for the 2026–2027 National Budget, with young people warning that the current system is pushing an entire generation toward lifelong renting.

April 4, 2026 4:40 pm

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