The Motivation Foundation has opened a specialist school for disengaged young people.
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Maritime security professionals from across the Pacific have come together in Fiji for a regional workshop focused on improving Maritime Domain Awareness and strengthening cooperation across the region. The workshop, held at the Holiday Inn this week, brought together practitioners, policymakers and academics involved in maritime operations, policy and research. Participants also visited the VMESC during the programme. The event was organised in partnership with the University of Adelaide and Solomon Islands University, with support from the Republic of Fiji Navy. Discussions during the workshop focused on sharing expertise, improving regional coordination and developing a stronger understanding of Maritime Domain…
Defence has reduced an $8.58 million contract with Indigenous-owned engineering firm DDR Australia by nearly 95 per cent, shelving plans for a permanent water treatment plant designed to remove toxic “forever chemicals” from contaminated groundwater.
The Judiciary has begun a comprehensive review of exhibit management and security arrangements across all court facilities after cocaine exhibits disappeared from the Suva High Court Registry. In a statement issued today, Chief Justice Salesi Temo said the Judiciary was fully cooperating with the Fiji Police Force as investigations into the missing exhibits continued. Court officials have been directed to make available all relevant records, documents and information required by investigators, with the Judiciary reaffirming its commitment to a thorough, transparent and independent investigation. The Chief Justice confirmed that Police had identified several persons of interest but stressed that they…
Former Elders managing director Mark Allison has been selected as Craig Mostyn Group’s next chairman.
A man charged with the attempted murder of a police officer has been directed to provide medical evidence to support his claim that he was hospitalised and not evading court proceedings. Saimoni Rokotunidau appeared before Justice Dane Tuiqereqere in the High Court in Suva this morning. His bail was revoked after he failed to appear in court between 28th July and 13th August this year. A bench warrant was subsequently issued for his arrest, and he was taken into custody. State Counsel Hezekiah Naufaga informed the court that the State objects to bail and needs to verify Rokotunidau’s claim that…
Equity risk in home scheme
Four people are in police custody following separate raids carried out by Nadi Police and the joint police-military taskforce in the Western Division. A late-night operation in Solovi by Nadi Police resulted in the arrest of two men and the recovery of several items believed to be linked to illegal activities. Police seized plastics containing white crystalline substances suspected to be drugs, along with ammunition. One of the men arrested is known to Police for previous involvement in drug-related activities. Meanwhile, the joint taskforce carried out an operation in Lautoka, where officers recovered plastics containing a white substance and green…
US stocks have recovered from early losses to close slightly higher, with the S&P 500 bouncing from a two-week low as a global bond sell-off reversed course after sending US Treasury yields to multi-decade highs.
Fijians are being urged to exercise caution when making accusations or sharing information on social media, with Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu warning that public calls for answers must remain within the boundaries of the law. Tudravu said the Fiji Police Force understands the public’s desire for quick investigations and more information, but stressed that police work must follow established legal procedures. He said the Force accepts criticism, but warned against the intentional spread of false or misleading information that could cause harm. The Commissioner also raised concerns over individuals being publicly accused or targeted without supporting evidence, saying such actions…