Pacific

VT50 billion for 122 recovery project proposals

VT50 billion for 122 recovery project proposals

ROC received 122 recovery proposals (50B Vatu) from key sectors after earthquake. Projects are funded by donors/govt. ROC is shifting to oversight role.

First road fatality for 2025 recorded

First road fatality for 2025 recorded

<p>This morning, Savusavu recorded its first road fatality for 2025. A 46-year-old farmer was struck and killed instantly by an ou...

‘Women lack best management practices’

‘Women lack best management practices’

Fiji women farmers lack proper sugarcane cultivation knowledge, causing losses. Training is being offered, emphasizing early-maturing varieties and correct fertilizer use.

Heavy rain warning

Heavy rain warning

Fiji Met warns of heavy rain this weekend due to a low-pressure trough. Northern, eastern, and interior areas will be most affected. Showers & thunderstorms expected.

Inadequate spacing between houses ‘costly’

Inadequate spacing between houses ‘costly’

NFA cites close housing in informal settlements for rapid fire spread after a Suva fire destroyed 3 homes. Lack of spacing & fire safety are concerns. Call 910.

Reports attended to

Reports attended to

Police Commissioner Qiliho: all drug cases are investigated, no refusals. Strict protocols & oversight exist. Public encouraged to report incidents.