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The proposed Energy-from-Waste Plant and Private Port Facility at Vuda Point has been rejected by Fiji’s Department of Environment after a comprehensive review found the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) report failed to provide an adequate basis for approval. Announcing the decision today, Permanent Secretary for Environment Dr Sivendra Michael said the rejection was based on significant unresolved environmental, health, social, cultural, infrastructure and economic concerns identified during the assessment process. “This is not a decision against investment. This is not a decision against innovation. It is not a decision against finding better solutions for Fiji’s waste management challenges,” Dr Michael…

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The 2026 Vodafone Deans Competition was officially launched today at Gospel High School, with the Minister for Education Aseri Radrodro highlighting the competition’s long-standing role in shaping young athletes and strengthening school rugby across Fiji. Addressing students, officials, sponsors, and stakeholders, the Minister acknowledged the continued support of the Fiji Secondary Schools Rugby Union, Fiji Rugby, Vodafone Fiji, participating schools, and sponsors for their contributions to the growth of the sport. He said the competition serves as more than just a rugby tournament, providing young people with opportunities to develop valuable life skills through participation, teamwork, and healthy competition. Now…

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