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Commuters across Fiji will not pay higher bus fares despite a 22.5 percent fare increase approved by the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission (FCCC), with Government confirming it will absorb the full cost of the adjustment. The fare increase came into effect on 26 May 2026, but Cabinet has approved funding to cover the additional costs alongside the existing 10 percent bus fare subsidy. The measure is expected to cost Government approximately $40 million each year. To support the implementation of the revised fares, Vodafone Fiji will update the e-ticketing system for blue, purple and green cards from 7 June…

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Mark Pownall is joined by Sean Cowan, Sam Jones and Ella Loneragan to discuss BHP’s $160m investment; the West Coast Eagles; tax changes; and property projects including Fast Eddys.

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Police have launched an investigation into the death of a 30-year-old man at the Valelevu Health Centre following a referral from medical authorities. The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) has been tasked with leading the inquiry, which will examine the circumstances surrounding the man’s death. A post-mortem examination has also been ordered to determine the exact cause of death. Preliminary information provided by health officials indicates that the man first visited the Valelevu Health Centre on June 3, where he was advised to remain under medical care for further tests. However, he reportedly signed a discharge form and returned to his…

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