Public sector wage growth has outpaced the private sector for the sixth consecutive quarter.
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Lycopodium shares rose by more than 10 per cent early on Wednesday to a new company high, following the release of their FY26 results.
Plastic bottles and aluminum cans continue to make up a significant portion of waste in Fiji, an issue that has been observed over the years through assessments carried out by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change. In the past six months alone, eight municipal councils have collectively collected more than seven million plastic bottles and aluminum cans. Speaking to Fiji One News during the Consultation on the Product Stewardship Scheme and Container Deposit Regulations, Return and Earn representative Dwain Qalovaki described the figure as alarming, particularly given that the collection was carried out over only six months. Return and…
For years, Inoke Ravuiwasa has quietly gone about his business, putting in the hard yards on rugby fields across Fiji and Australia, chasing a dream that many aspire to but few achieve. Today, that perseverance has paid off, with the experienced tighthead prop earning a coveted place in the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua squad for the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season. Born in Tavuki, Taveuni, with maternal links to Susui in Vanuabalavu, Lau, Ravuiwasa’s rugby journey has been built on dedication, resilience and patience. A stalwart of the Fiji Police rugby team and a consistent performer in provincial rugby, he…
The national consumer watchdog has vowed to take action against businesses that “optimise” false or manipulative practices through social media and online marketplaces.
All Blacks prop Ethan de Groot has opened the door to a possible season in South Africa before the 2027 Rugby World Cup, despite recently signing a new long-term deal with New Zealand Rugby. The 28-year-old agreed to remain in New Zealand through 2029 on August 13, 2026. However, De Groot says his contract does not necessarily rule out a temporary move overseas, with South Africa emerging as one of his preferred destinations. Speaking during the All Blacks’ Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry tour, the loosehead prop said he could consider spending an entire season in South Africa to sharpen his scrummaging…
The home builder has spent about $17 million on the build method in recent years and doubled the capacity of its modular facility.
Western Australia would be the best place in the nation to build Australian canola processing capacity, according to fresh research from Rabobank.
Fiji is reviewing some of its oldest laws as the country looks to bring its legal system in line with changing social, economic and technological realities. The Fiji Law Reform Commission (FLRC) is currently handling seven major law reform references, covering areas including civil court procedures, mining and quarrying, online safety, the security industry, human trafficking, agriculture and liquor regulation. Some of the legislation being examined dates back to 1877. Acting Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Siromi Turaga, told Parliament that updating the laws is important to ensure they continue to meet the needs of people living in Fiji today.…
Hot metal has been produced for the first time in two decades in the Pilbara at Fortescue’s Christmas Creek site.