Assistant Minister for Agriculture and Waterways, Inosi Kuridrani, has called for the development of a dedicated lease agreement for water catchment zones, stressing the need to reflect the critical importance of water resources to both communities and the national economy.

The National Referendum Bill 2025 has been passed unanimously in Parliament and has now been referred to the Standing Committee on Justice, Law and Human Rights, which will report back to Parliament next year before a final debate and vote.

The Registration of Skilled Professionals repeal bill has been passed by the parliament ending the system that allowed foreign workers to be assessed through the Skilled Professionals Evaluation Committee.

Sugar industry has recorded a steady decline in cane crushing and sugar output over the past five seasons.

Fiji Pine Trust has launched a new logo as part of a broader effort to rebuild its image with landowners and refocus its long-term goals.

The largest Christmas tree ever installed in the Northern Division is expected to light up this evening in Labasa, marking the official start of the festive season and symbolizing unity across all diverse communities.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has extended the Fijian Government’s gratitude to Japan’s outgoing Ambassador to Fiji, Rokuichiro Michii, during a farewell courtesy call held in Suva yesterday.

Tourism Fiji convened an industry consultation and talanoa session last week, bringing together for the first time the full Tourism Fiji Board, Fiji Airports representatives, and tourism operators from across Vanua Levu and Taveuni.

A surprise Random Breath Test operation conducted by the Police Force’s Traffic Enforcement Unit along the Namaka–Nadi corridor last night resulted in the arrest of eight drivers for alleged drunk driving including a police officer based in Lautoka.

Minister for Education Aseri Radrodro has approved 20 major education policies.

The Coalition Government has announced a targeted plan to revitalise Levuka’s economy while safeguarding its UNESCO World Heritage status.

The United Kingdom has delivered a major win for Fiji’s sugar industry, confirming a 65,000-tonne increase in Fiji’s raw sugar quota from 1 January 2026, while preserving duty-free access for the next eight years.