The state government will try to reform the social housing wait list amid concerns the most desperate people are unable to access a home.
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The state government will try to reform the social housing wait list amid concerns the most desperate people are unable to access a home.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup continued to produce surprises earlier today, with several tournament favourites being held to draws as the group stage action intensified across the United States. In Group G, New Zealand earned one of the standout results of the tournament so far after battling to a thrilling 2-2 draw against Iran in Los Angeles. Eli Just scored twice for the All Whites, while Iran responded through Ramin Rezaeian and Mohammad Mohebi to secure a share of the points. The result leaves both sides with plenty to play for heading into their next fixtures. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia produced…
Australia’s central bank has voted to keep the cash rate on hold at 4.35 per cent at its June meeting, breaking a run of three consecutive rate rises.
Former senator Rod Culleton has compared himself to billionaire Clive Palmer as he fights against a fine over breaching COVID-19 quarantine restrictions.
A number of roads and crossings across Fiji remain inaccessible following recent heavy rainfall, with flooding reported in the Central, Western and Northern divisions. In the Central Division, several crossings and roads in Rewa, Korovou, Sawani and Nausori have been affected by rising floodwaters, including Waiviota Crossing, Wainawaqa Road, Nakorovou Crossing, Wairua Crossing and Old Toga Bridge. The Western Division has reported flooding along Barotu Road in Rakiraki. Meanwhile, in the Northern Division, floodwaters have rendered several low-level crossings and roads impassable in Labasa, Savusavu, Seaqaqa and Cakaudrove. These include Qawa Low Level Crossing, Bucalevu Low Level Crossing, Bagata Low…
Some of Australia’s largest philanthropic organisations, including the Forrests’ Minderoo Foundation, have banded together to launch a lending facility for refugee-led businesses.
Claims circulating on social media that global fuel price concerns and international developments could lead to the deferment of the next General Election remain speculative. This is according to Minister for Justice and Acting Attorney-General, Siromi Turaga. Turaga says the Electoral Commission has announced that the earliest possible date for the issuance of the Writ of Election is June 24, 2026, and that the next General Election remains scheduled within the constitutional timeframe. He said he has been advised by the Electoral Commission and the Fiji Elections Office that voter registration activities continue and electoral preparations are ongoing in accordance…
Residents and ratepayers in Lautoka will see an adjustment to user-pay refuse collection fees following a sharp increase in fuel prices. The Lautoka City Council announced that the revised charges took effect on June 15, 2026, citing higher operational expenses linked to the recent fuel surcharge. According to the Council, fuel prices have risen significantly, increasing from $2.14 per litre in March 2026 to $4.58 per litre in June 2026; an increase of 114 percent. The rise has affected the cost of operating waste collection trucks, transporting refuse to disposal sites and maintaining the collection fleet. The Council noted that…
The Fiji Meteorological Service says the main cloud systems responsible for recent rainfall across the country are gradually moving away from Fiji, bringing an improvement in weather conditions for most areas. According to the latest satellite imagery, the cloud band that produced overnight rainfall has now shifted over the Lau Group and is continuing eastward towards Tonga. Another cloud band located west of Fiji is forecast to track southeast, passing south of Kadavu. Despite the movement of these systems away from the country, residual cloud and moisture associated with the trough that moved through overnight continue to generate cloudy periods…