Police have questioned five of eight likely suspects in connection with the death of Jone Vakarisi. Investigators are continuing their inquiries, with three other likely suspects yet to be questioned. Police say once all eight have been interviewed, the investigation file will be compiled and forwarded to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions for independent legal review. The investigation into Vakarisi’s death remains ongoing. The post Five questioned over death of Jone Vakarisi appeared first on Fiji One News.
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The investigation into the death of Police Constable Peniasi Racagi remains under independent legal review by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions. Police say the investigation file is still with the ODPP for assessment. This follows the receipt of forensic test results that had been sent to New Zealand for analysis. Police had earlier confirmed that the results were received and subsequently forwarded to the ODPP as part of the investigation file. No further details on the findings of the forensic tests have been released. Police say further comments will be made once the investigation file is returned…
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Rehabilitation works have begun at Albert Park in Suva following concerns over the condition of the ground after the 70th Hibiscus Festival. Parts of the park were left muddy after the festival, particularly in the area where amusement rides were located. The condition of the ground has raised concerns from members of the public, with questions also being raised about the impact of major events on the park. Local Government Minister Maciu Nalumisa says the condition of Albert Park is a concern and the Suva City Council needs to ensure the ground is restored to its normal condition. He says…
Concerns continue over illegal “pari” vehicles taking jobs from licensed taxi operators who rely on those fares to support their families. With operating costs already putting pressure on drivers, they want stronger action to ensure licensed taxis are given a fair chance to earn. The issue of illegal pari operations was raised during the Fiji Zone Taxi Association’s submission on taxi fares, with operators calling for practical measures to protect their daily income and improve transport services. Nausori taxi driver Inoke Moto wants a solution that gives licensed taxi operators more opportunities to work during hours when pari vehicles are…
Pacific leaders have formally endorsed the Gender and Climate Pact, marking a historic shift by recognizing women as central climate leaders and officially linking domestic violence to climate-induced pressures across the region. The landmark agreement was formalized in the final communique of the recent Blue Islands Climate Summit (BIFS) in Palau, moving the intersection of gender dynamics and climate change from mere discussion into actionable policy. Speaking following her return from Palau, Minister for Environment and Climate Change Lynda Tabuya highlighted the summit as a pivotal turning point for Pacific women. “One very epic moment that’s happened in the Palau…