Richard Sanders, Staff Writer Fiji’s public prosecutions office has revealed a troubling rise in sexual offenses involving minors, with numerous charges filed in December. The Fiji Times reported that 12 individuals faced a total of 26 charges related to serious sexual crimes, including rape, attempted rape, abduction with the intent to commit rape, indecent assault,…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor A man has been charged with the rape and sexual assault of a Virgin Airlines flight crew member during New Year’s Eve celebrations in Fiji. Fijian Acting Police Commissioner Juki Fong confirmed to the ABC that a local suspect was in custody over the alleged attack, which occurred in the…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Suspended Fiji Chief Prosecutor Demands Release of Findings Amid Controversy In a significant development in the legal landscape of Fiji, the country’s suspended chief prosecutor has called for the immediate release of findings related to his suspension. The contentious situation has sparked discussions about transparency, governance, and the rule of…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Fiji police has issued restrictions on movements in Ba, Tavua, and Rakiraki town due to major flooding Photo: Fiji Police An active trough of low pressure hoovering over the Fiji group has brought with it heavy rain, causing major flooding in parts of the country. The Director of the Fiji Meteorological Service…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Fiji police say those living in flood-prone areas in the Western Division should move to higher ground due to flooding. The police put the statement on social media just after 4pm, local time. Assistant Commissioner of Police Operations Livai Driu said continuous rain from morning has seen flooding in some…
Tusi Tala, Staff Writer Seven guests fell ill from suspected alcohol poisoning at a luxury resort on Fiji’s Coral Coast. They have been released from Lautoka Hospital. At least two of the four Australians affected are also returning home. The group became seriously ill after consuming piña coladas at the Warwick Fiji Resort. Fiji’s Deputy…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Fijian MP Urges Government to Fast-Track Development Leases to Address Squatter Settlement Issue In a significant call to action, a prominent Member of Parliament (MP) from Fiji has urged the government to expedite the process of granting development leases as part of a comprehensive strategy to tackle the pressing issue…
by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer The chief of one of Fiji’s 14 provinces has issued a warning to residents that involvement in drug-related activities will result in a ban from the province. Fiji is facing a significant drug crisis, with authorities struggling to manage the situation. Police are conducting weekly raids, arresting individuals, and seizing…
by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer Fiji and Japan have established a memorandum of cooperation aimed at enhancing tourism collaboration between the two countries. This agreement is designed to facilitate the sharing of technical expertise, training opportunities, capacity building, and resources, which will strengthen the tourism sectors of both nations. Viliame Gavoka, Fiji’s Deputy Prime Minister…
Ubayd Haider by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer The Boxing Commission of Fiji (BCF) has initiated an investigation into the events leading to Fijian boxer Ubayd Haider’s collapse outside the ring on Saturday. Haider, previously known as Nathan Singh, lost to China’s Runqi Zhou by TKO in the ninth round of the IBO Asia Pacific Featherweight…