Fiji is taking proactive steps to prepare for the long-term impacts of climate change following Cabinet’s endorsement of a National Resettlement Taskforce. The Taskforce will bring together Government agencies to develop policies and plans that will help Fiji respond to climate-related challenges, including the possible need for future community relocation and resettlement within the Pacific region. Its work will focus on important areas such as land, governance, financing, legal frameworks, and community engagement, ensuring that any future decisions are guided by dignity, consent, cultural protection, and the wellbeing of affected communities. As climate change and rising sea levels continue to…
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Economists and policymakers have raised concerns that Fiji’s economic recovery and growth trajectory are not translating into stronger livelihoods, productivity gains, or long-term resilience, warning that urgent reforms are needed to avoid future economic vulnerabilities. Speaking during the State of the Fijian Economy Dialogue 2026 at the Grand Pacific Hotel, senior economists and policy experts said while Fiji’s economy has recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic, structural weaknesses remain deeply entrenched. Senior Economist at the World Bank, Dr Naomi Mathenge, said Fiji’s growth has largely returned to pre pandemic levels but warned the country is not achieving the stronger growth rates…
The Water Authority of Fiji reaffirmed that the new Environmental and Social Management System or ESMS and its implementation will play a key role in building a more resilient, accountable, and environmentally responsible water sector for Fiji. WAF Chief Executive Officer, Seru Soderberg emphasised that the ESMS goes beyond compliance and serves as a strategic governance tool to strengthen decision-making, risk management, and long-term infrastructure sustainability. The framework is closely aligned with Fiji’s Water Sector Strategy 2050, supporting the delivery of sustainable, inclusive, and resilient water and sanitation services nationwide. It also serves as a critical tool for addressing climate…
WA’s gold industry has donated $75,000 to a Salmon Gums-based agricultural charity to keep livestock on drought-hit northern stations fed.
US stocks have ended mostly higher, led by gains in the Nasdaq and chipmakers as investors sought bargains after Friday’s sharp sell-off. Investors were also relieved after Iran and Israel said they had halted attacks on each other.
KPMG bans exit of local partnersKPMG’s global bosses are blocking further partner exits from its Australian firm to prevent a widening whistleblower crisis from disrupting clients ahead of the peak financial year-end audit season. The Fin
More than 280 residents of Verevere Village in Nakorotubu, Ra, are expected to benefit from improved disaster preparedness following the commissioning of a newly upgraded evacuation centre. The retrofit project, valued at $50,000, was funded through the Ministry of Rural and Maritime Development and Disaster Management’s Evacuation Centre Programme. The upgraded facility provides a dedicated shelter for villagers during emergencies, eliminating the need to travel nearly two kilometres to Nakorotubu District School for refuge. Speaking at the commissioning, Minister for Rural and Maritime Development and Disaster Management, Mosese Bulitavu, said the project demonstrates the Government’s ongoing commitment to enhancing community…
Manoj Bajpayee-starrer Governor has officially received certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) ahead of its theatrical release. Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learned that the upcoming political-economic drama has been granted a UA 13+ certificate, clearing a key hurdle in its journey to cinemas.While the certification has now been awarded, the board has asserted the need of parental guidance while watching the political drama, the certificate also states that all the necessary edits and alterations have been carried out specifically. However, details regarding the recommended cuts, modifications, or alterations have not been revealed. The certification comes just days…
CINTAA President and veteran actress Poonam Dhillon has once again come out in support of Ranveer Singh amid the controversy surrounding his reported exit from Don 3. Addressing the developments that followed the actor’s departure from the highly anticipated project, Dhillon lauded Ranveer for taking responsibility and compensating the makers for the losses incurred.Speaking about the issue in a conversation with Free Press Journal, Poonam Dhillon highlighted the actor’s gesture of returning the signing amount and reportedly offering compensation to the producers after stepping away from the film. “Kudos to him that he offered compensation for losses incurred and paid…
A surprising collaboration appears to be brewing in Mumbai, and it has already captured the attention of both fans and industry observers. Filmmaker Shoojit Sircar, known for crafting some of Indian cinema’s most acclaimed and emotionally resonant stories, was recently spotted directing an unexpected trio — Sushmita Sen, Radhika Apte, and Ananya Panday.The sighting has quickly become a talking point after a photograph and a short video from the set began circulating online. While the visuals reveal the three actors together in glamorous avatars, the exact nature of the project remains a closely guarded secret. The lack of official information…