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Investigation files relating to the death of Police Constable Peniasi Racagi have been submitted to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) for review. The Fiji Police Force confirmed that all supporting evidence gathered during the investigation has been forwarded to the ODPP. Files concerning the alleged involvement of police officers in the matter have also been included for independent assessment. Police have been advised that the review process is expected to take between three and four weeks. Authorities say further updates on the case will be provided once legal advice and recommendations are received from the ODPP.…

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The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission (FCCC) has welcomed reports of a peace agreement between the United States and Iran but is cautioning consumers against expecting immediate reductions in fuel and LPG prices. FCCC Chief Executive Officer Senikavika Jiuta said while the reported agreement could eventually help stabilise global energy markets and support the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, any benefits for Fiji would take time to filter through the country’s fuel pricing system. According to Jiuta, the recent disruption in the Strait affected more than oil supplies, contributing to higher freight charges, increased insurance costs and shifts in…

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Residents of Tailevu are set to benefit from improved healthcare services following the official opening of the renovated Nayavu Health Centre. The upgrade was completed through a FJD$400,000 project funded by the Government of the Republic of Korea and facilitated by the World Health Organisation (WHO). Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Health Minister Dr. Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu acknowledged the support of the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and WHO in delivering the project, describing it as an example of successful international partnership and community-focused development. The renovation works included an expansion of the General Outpatient Department waiting area to improve…

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