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Bus operators urged to work together
The Attorney-General, Mr Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum has urged the Fiji Bus Operators Association (FBOA) to work together in taking the bus industry and the transportation sector forward.
   
Police Commissioner meets Hong Kong counterpart
The Commissioner of Police recently met with the head of one of the biggest police forces in the world.
   
Murder victim dies due to excessive blood loss
The post-mortem on the 54 year old woman who was allegedly stabbed by her husband who later allegedly took his own life was carried out yesterday.
   

  Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Criticized For Not Losing Baby Weight Fast Enough
  Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, a regular on many "most beautiful woman in the world" lists, is being slammed by some fans in her native India.
  Disco Queen Donna Summer Dead At 63
  Like the King of Pop or the Queen of Soul, Donna Summer was bestowed a title fitting of musical royalty - the Queen of Disco.
  Drunk Shahrukh creates ruckus at Wankhede stadium
  Shahrukh Khan is again in the news for all wrong reasons. He was involved in an ugly spat with a few MCA officials after KKR victory.
  Jane Lynch Talks Glee Pregnancy: ‘I Would Rather Not Give Birth’ On TV
  Sue Sylvester is pregnant with her first child on "Glee," and Jane Lynch - who plays the acid-tongued cheer coach on the FOX hit - is hoping she won't have to film a labor and delivery scene.
  Madhuri to romance Naseeruddin
  Madhuri Dixit is back with a bang. She has bagged Vishal Bharadwaj's 'Dekh Ishqiya' and according to the latest report, Madhuri will be paired opposite Naseeruddin Shah.
 
Government saddened with passing of Sir Moti
The Attorney-General & Minister for Justice is deeply saddened to hear about the passing away of Sir Moti Tikaram, one of Fiji's most eminent judges and Statesmen.
   
Australian agents discover Natadola
(NATADOLA, FIJI) Thursday 17 May 2012 - Show-casing Fijian culture and InterContinental Fiji's unique MICE and private VIP events InterContinental Fiji hosted Australian Professional Conference Organisers (PCO's), event managers and MICE media on their si
   
Women's Bee Farm success commended
The Minister for Social Welfare, Women and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Jiko Luveni today visited the Mothers Club of J.P. Baly Kindergarten at Nawaicoba, Nadi District.
   

Business Talk

Government News Tourism
Fiji- New Zealand Business Council 25th Anniversary and Conference registration now open
Registrations are now open for our Two Day, 25th Anniversary Day and Conference Proper.
   
Fijian Government pursues international cooperation for consumer protection
The second day of the ISO/COPOLCO plenary sessions was opened today by the Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama at the Sofitel Resort, Nadi.
   
Air Pacific to be rebranded as "Fiji Airways" by 2013
Air Pacific today announced the historic name change from Air Pacific to Fiji Airways, a major development for the airline with government's full support.
   
Is India a colony of China?
There is nothing known as a Chinese East India Company, but the pattern of trade between India and China is fast taking the shape that trade between India and England was when the London headquartered East India Company was exploiting the resources of Ind
   
Perturbed Hindus urge Portland brewery not to release “Kali-Ma” beer
Upset Hindus have urged Portland (Oregon, USA) based Burnside Brewing Company not to release its “Kali-Ma” beer proposed for May 15, calling it inappropriate.
   
New shipping service for Pacific Island countries
Reef Shipping has introduced a new shipping service out of Fiji to Nauru, the Solomons, and Papua New Guinea
   
Housing Authority to assist flood victims
In light of the recent adverse weather conditions around the country, the Housing Authority of Fiji is extending its flood assistance program by offering a nation wide discount to its customers ground rent accounts.
   
Council welcomes move to keep ‘no surcharge rule'
The Consumer Council of Fiji welcomes the Reserve Bank of Fiji’s call to maintain the status quo of no surcharges on credit cards.
   
ASCO donates to PM's flood appeal fund
Asco Motors’s Toyota Tsusho South Pacific Holdings and the Fiji Motors Association made a donation to the Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Appeal Fund today.
   
Asco Motors Fiji wins again at 2012 Toyota Tsusho South Pacific Holdings Group Technicians Skills Contest
It is a great start to the new financial year, as Asco Motors Fiji comes out on top at the Toyota Tsusho South Pacific Holdings (TTSPH) Group Technicians Skills Contest, held recently at Toyota Motor Corporation, Brisbane.
   
FIJIAN ENVOY appointed to the UNESCAP-CAPSA Governing Council
Fiji's Ambassador to Indonesia His Excellency Ratu Tui Cavuilati has been appointed to the Governing Council of the UNESCAP- CAPSA.
   
Fiji looks forward to positive and forward looking outcomes in UN Climate Talks
The first negotiating session for 2012 under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the Kyoto Protocol began Monday 14 May 2012 in Bonn, Germany with opening sessions in the Subsidiary Body for Scientific and Technical Assi
   
Overseas help for voter registration
Experts from Australia and New Zealand, facilitated by their respective governments, will work with the Fijian government to register its voters for the national election scheduled in 2014. They will join a logistical expert from the RFMF in creating a d
   
PUBLIC TO EXPECT WET WEEKEND
The Minsitry of Provincial Development has advised that a heavy rain warning is now in force for the Yasawa and the Mamanuca Group, Viti Levu, Lau and Lomaiviti Group, Kadavu and nearby smaller islands.
   
HARD ROCK CAFÉ SUPPORT FOR FLOOD VICTIMS
The Hard Rock Café is organising through their franchise in Tokyo, Japan a fundraising drive to assist the victims of the recent flooding in Fiji.
   
PRESIDENT URGES ACTION TO MEET ENERGY NEEDS
FIJI'S President his Excellency, Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, has urged Pacific Island's Countries (PIC's) to adopt and promote renewable energy in the region.
   
FIJI PURSUES ELECTRICIFICATION PROJECT WITH ABU DHABI DEVELOPMENT FUND
Fiji's Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Minister, Ratu Inoke Kubuabola recently held talks with officials from the Abu Dhabi Development Fund on Fiji's submission for a two year Rural Electrification Project (REP) which had been selected by t
   
VOLUNTEER SCHEME VITAL DURING DISASTERS
Volunteers are a critical component of disaster operations especially during natural disasters says the Ministry of Provincial Development permanent secretary Inia Seruiratu.
   
FIJI URGES INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY TO CONSIDER SMALL ISLAND STATES
Fiji's Permanent Representative to the ESCAP and High Commissioner to Malaysia, Ratu Meli Bainimarama addressed the Special Body of Pacific Island Developing Countries as Head of the Fijian Delegation at the 68th Session of the Economic and Social Commiss
   
MINISTER TO VISIT FIJIAN WOMEN IN INDIA
The Minister for Social Welfare, Women and Poverty Alleviation Dr Jiko Luveni will be visiting the Barefoot College in Rajasthan, India this month. She is expected to leave for India on 26th May and return on 3rd June 2012.
   
SHANGRI-LA HOTELS AND RESORTS LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE TO IMPROVE THE TRIP PLANNING EXPERIENCE
Shangri-La.com now offers inspiring photography, faster reservations and greater social media connectivity Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts has unveiled a revamped website that will allow travellers to experience the world’s most enchanting destinations e
   
Mana Island Resort and Spa has turned 40 years old
The island resort has been ideal for its tourists for the last 40 years and with the opening of the new convention centre, Mana Island Resort has now become a perfect spot to hold business meetings.
   
SPTO welcome 2 new private sector members
Namukulu Cottages & Spa has 4 superior quality self contained cottages, situated in idyllic private surroundings for pure tropical relaxation with magnificent sea views.
   
World’s Largest Privately-Owned Yacht Visits Madang
Madang: The ‘Octopus’ owned by Microsoft billionaire Paul Allen, sailed into Madang over Easter.
   
Vanuatu Tourism Office new consumer website live
The Vanuatu Tourism Office is excited to announce that after a long wait, the new consumer website’s first stage upgrade is finally complete and transferred from staging to the web address.
   
Samoa Tourism Authority New Board Of Directors
The Hon. Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Tuilaepa Lupesoliai Sailele Malielegaoi has officially introduced and welcomed the Samoa Tourism Authority’s newly appointed Board of Directors.
   
Visitor stats to be surveyed
A new programme of surveys being launched in June will shed some light on the spending habits and general movements of tourists in the Cook Islands.
   
Have faith in tourism
“Have faith in tourism that we will break through into the Korean Market (at the Mini Expo in South Korea)”.
   
Online Marketing Worshop for SME Accommodation Providers held in Kiribati
On May 3rd a workshop on online marketing was held in Tarawa, Kiribati for accommodation providers.
   
Invitation to join American roadshow
The Cook Islands tourism industry is being invited to join the Tourism Corporation’s North American Road Show this September, which will take in 11 cities and two major markets in its path.
   
 
Careers & Education Events Sports
  74th USP Council Meeting Concludes
 
  Happy Volunteers
 
  Professor Tom Maxwell rolls out the Doctor of Education programme at UniFiji
 
  Stop hurting children
 
  Air Pacific partners with FRIEND to provide scholarships to students
 
  Six-weeks course to empower youths
 
  Medical Seminars
 
  Arbor Week
 
  Press Release 2012 Save the Children Fiji Oratory Contest
 
  FBEA Evaluators Training Launched
 
  Natabua High School Ex - students Lautoka Branch
To all former scholars in Lautoka. There will be a special meeting for all Lautoka based former students at the Natabua High School Hall on Saturday May 26th @ 2pm
   
  Hindu gods getting married in Arizona, Wisconsin, Oregon & Washington
Hindu gods will reportedly be getting married in the coming weeks in grand ceremonies in Arizona, Wisconsin, Oregon and Washington states of USA.
   
  HONIARA READY FOR FESTIVAL OF PACIFIC ARTS
Special venues under construction in and around Honiara are nearing completion in preparation for the 11th Festival of Pacific Arts, 1st - 14th July this year.
   
  Drodrolagi Movement to mark International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia
The Drodrolagi Movement (droMo), in conjunction with the University of the South Pacific's School of Government, Development and International Affairs have organised a panel discussion to mark International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHOT)
   
  Fiji and India reflect on Girmit Day
Girmit Day is of great significance to Fiji as it is a time to remember the tremendous difficulties faced by the people who came here to unfamiliar circumstances, said the Indian High Commissioner to Fiji, His Excellency Vinod Kumar.
   
  Drodrolagi Movement to mark International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia
The Drodrolagi Movement (droMo), in conjunction with the University of the South Pacific's School of Government, Development and International Affairs have organised a panel discussion to mark International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHOT)
   
  Morning tea with a difference
As the country commemorates Mother’s Day tomorrow, senior female officers from around the division were hosted to a morning tea at the Commissioner of Police’s residence by Mrs Kesaia Naivalurua.
   
  Blood Drive at RB Jet Point Nadi
Bhikha Bhai Co. Ltd is having a Blood Drive this Saturday (12/5/2012) from 9am – 4pm at their shop located at RB Jet Point at Martintar in Nadi.
   
  Girmit Day celebrations at Uni Fiji
Music, Dance and Poetry will be the order of the day as students, staff and well wishers rally together to celebrate Girmit Divas at the University of Fiji tomorrow(Friday).
   
  Volunteer Management Symposium
The Fiji Council of Social Services National Volunteer Centre will be organizing a Volunteer Management Symposium event on Wednesday 16th May, 2012 from 8.30am to 4.00pm at the Capricorn Hotel, 7 St Fort, Suva (Off Stewart St).
   
Bowling Carnival set to roll
Twenty-seven overseas based bowlers will join forces with around sixty local bowling enthusiasts to be part of the 2012 Shop N Save Sunny West Bowling Carnival from May 25 - 31 at the Nadi Sports Club.
   
Soccer results
2012 Vodafone Fiji FACT
   
SDBSA Annual Singles Open Championship
Southern Division Billiard & Snooker Association proudly presents annual Open Singles snooker Championship in Suva from 26th May till 27th May 2012, a week before Fiji National.
   
Revised Vodafone Fiji FACT Fixtures
Games moved to Ba following bad weather in Nausori
   
Government salutes 7's boys
The Fijian Government this week saluted the Fiji national 7s team for winning the London 7s tournament in style.
   
Calls made to support sports for youths
The Ministry of Youth and Sports completed a one week outreach sports programme for youths in the Wailevu District of Cakaudrove last week at Vunivesi village.
   
NZ wins 10th 7s world series, Fiji wins London
LONDON (AP) -New Zealand was crowned sevens rugby world series champion for the 10th time in 13 years but closest rival Fiji imperiously won the London Sevens at Twickenham on Sunday.
   
North West Billiard & Snooker Association
Final North West Open Singles Snooker Championship 2012
   
Pepsi ICC East Asia Pacific (EAP) Women’s Championship
The Cricket Fiji National Women’s Team has arrived in Vanuatu to start competition tomorrow in the 2012 Pepsi ICC East Asia Pacific (EAP) Women’s Championship, from 14-18 of May. The Viti Ruve team will play its first match against Vanuatu 9.00am on M
   
Play with pride, sevens reps told
The Digicel Fiji national 7s team has been reminded to play with pride and passion at the last event of the IRB World 7s Series London tournament this weekend.