Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Sashi Kiran has condemned remarks made by Fijian Teachers Association General Secretary Paula Manumanunitoga, describing references to people being “baked” in an earth oven as unacceptable and threatening. Kiran says such language evokes violence against people because of their ancestry and has no place in Fiji’s public discourse. She is particularly concerned that the remarks came from the head of an organisation representing teachers, saying education leaders have a responsibility to promote respect, diversity and peaceful dialogue among young people. The Minister warns that racial and inflammatory language from people in positions of…
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Nicola Forrest has shifted almost $520 million in cash and shares to her Coaxial Foundation in what is billed as the biggest single philanthropic gesture from an Australian individual.
The Government has gazetted Monday, October 12, as a public holiday for Fiji Day. The announcement comes after the Government had earlier indicated that there would be no additional public holiday this year, despite Fiji Day falling on a Saturday. The gazette notice, issued today, formalises the declaration, meaning workers and the public This year marks 56 years since Fiji gained independence. The post Monday 12th October declared public holiday for Fiji Day appeared first on Fiji One News.
A blockbuster corporate float, set to be the second-largest in Australian history, has been pulled after institutional investors turned up their noses at its multi-billion-dollar initial public offering.
A mineral sands mine north of Perth will be converted into a wind and battery energy park under plans put forward to state development authorities.
US stocks have dipped as crude oil prices surged on a spike in Middle East tensions and a cut in US output that fed inflation and rate-hike fears, while semiconductor stocks slumped.
The 51-year-old man accused of tampering with exhibits at the Suva High Court has been remanded in custody. Jiuta Naivalurua faces one count of interfering with evidence and one count of unlawful possession of illicit drugs. He appeared before Magistrate Sufia Hamza at the Suva Magistrates Court this morning. The case allegedly involves 39.5 kilograms of cocaine. Magistrate Hamza refused bail after the prosecution raised concerns about the seriousness of the matter. Investigations are continuing into the alleged involvement of other people. The case has been adjourned to the 23rd of this month. The post Accused Remanded Over Alleged Cocaine…
The three police officer charged in relation to the death of Lami Police Constable Peniasi Racagi have been remanded. Simione Rokosemudu, Iowane Sukanaisoro and Ilisoni Waqa have been jointly charged with murder, contrary to Section 237 of the Crimes Act 2009. They appeared before Magistrate Sufia Hamza this morning. It is alleged that the three police officers murdered Constable Peniaisi Racagi in February this year following an altercation. The three opted to be represented by Legal Aid Commission. The matter has been transferred to the High Court and will be called on the 23rd of this month. The post Three…
Labor pushes ATO to undo credit card banThe Albanese government is leaning on the Australian Taxation Office to reverse its ban on credit card payments in a bid to avoid another political catastrophe with small business. The Fin
Salman Khan has reportedly put a scheduled public appearance on hold following the sudden demise of veteran actor Nana Patekar. The actor was expected to attend an event for GB Realty on 8 October at Taj Lands End in Bandra, Mumbai. Reports now suggest that the event has been postponed and will be rescheduled.The event was pulled off mainly because Nana Patekar held immense respect and affection by his colleagues across the industry, and Salman is said to have shared a good relationship with him. We hear that the actor felt this was not the right time to participate in…