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Union raises concerns over problems at mill

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Union raises concerns over problems at mill

THE National Farmers Union (NFU) has raised concern over the ongoing problems at the Lautoka Mill, saying no sugar has been produced so far and that crushed cane is being wasted. NFU general secretary Mahendra Chaudhry described crushing at the mill as an “ongoing disaster”. “In the past two weeks since the mill began operation it has had six stoppages, the last being on Saturday 21 June,” Mr Chaudhry said. “The mill is still out today (Monday 2…See the Story

DAY 12 | 4.15 TONNE METH BUST TRIAL | Prosecution wraps up its case

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DAY 12 | 4.15 TONNE METH BUST TRIAL | Prosecution wraps up its case

WEDNESDAY 25/06/2025 – A crucial eitness took the stand today to mitigate the threat claims by drug accussed Justin Ho through his lawyers. It was revealed in the High Court in Lautoka that the crucial witness allegedly personally knows Mr Ho, his family members, and some of the accussed persons on trial. The other crucial witness that took the stand was the Denarau worker who is alleged to have been in communication with a foreign national. The…Read Article

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DAY 11 | 4.15 TONNE METH BUST TRIAL | Lawyers lock horns in high-profile meth trial

This is not a test of memory! Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions John Rabuku made this statement while he blasted defence counsel, Samuela Heritage, who was representing drug accused Justin Ho in the 4.15 tonnes of methamphetamine drug trial today. At the High Court in Lautoka, Mr Heritage had asked Police Inspector, and the ground commander of the major drug bust, Simione Ravouvou a list of questions which was totally irrelevant to him duri…Read Article

Debt swap worth $9m

THE divestment of Lautoka’s Bowling Club by Fiji Sugar Corporation (FSC)has been labelled as a debt swap worth $9million. Responding to a news report claiming Cabinet approved the debt swap of the property, FSC board chairman Nitya Reddy clarified no such approval was given nor was the corporation at liberty to seek such a consent. “FSC is not aware of any such decision and has received confirmation from the Minister for Multi-Ethnic and Sugar I…Lautoka · Lautoka Read Article

FSC prime lots sold at cut price

THE Fiji Sugar Corporation sold nine of its most valuable freehold and state land properties between 2019 and 2020 at a little over a $250 million. A price FSC chairman Nitya Reddy pointed out was significantly lower than what the 633 acres of land and properties were actually worth. “In 2019/20, FSC sold nine of its most valuable freehold and state land properties, many of which were located within highly commercial urban precincts, totalling 6…Lautoka · Lautoka Read Article

Optometry opens new clinic

Residents of Lautoka will be able to access eye care services following the opening of Asgar Optometrists’ new branch at Vaqalo Street on Saturday. General manager Vidya Lakhan noted the clinic’s inception in 1957 by Dr Asgar Ali in Suva and the business had since grown, and now located in Ba, Lautoka, and Nadi. “Suva remains our head office and that is where we have our lab where all your glasses are made,” Mr Lakhan said. “We are very fortunat…Lautoka · Lautoka Read Article

Back in History | $16m development plan

In 1990, the Lautoka-based Blue Lagoon Cruises Limited embarked on a $16million five-year development program which included the construction of three new cruise vessels. According to an article published by The Fiji Times on March 7 that same year, the company had built up a formidable reputation over the years for its luxury tourist cruises between the Mamanuca island resorts and the mainland in the West. The five-year program also saw the est…Lautoka · Lautoka Read Article

DAY 8 | 4.15 TONNE METH BUST TRIAL | AFP verify drug as meth, court told

The trial into the seizure of 4.15 tonnes of methamphetamine resumed yesterday, with Police Constable Edward Joseph Bibi taking the stand. Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions John Rabuku led Mr Bibi through his evidence, focusing on photographs taken at the Legalega home where the drugs were discovered on January 14, 2024. Mr Bibi said he saw drug residue on the carpet and took photos of the house’s interior and exterior, including bulk and i…Methamphetamine · Lautoka Read Article

Police to question student in assault video

Police are investigating a case involving a student believed to be from a school in Lautoka for an alleged assault. A video which has gone viral shows a student allegedly assaulting another classmate in a classroom while other students sat and watched in fear. The police have confirmed receiving a report about the video. The […]Lautoka · Lautoka Read Article

Fiji Port prepares for trade surge

The trade demand in the country is forecasted to increase over the next ten years, and the Fiji Ports Corporation is working towards facilitating the expected growth. Chief Infrastructure Officer Samisoni Sauqaqa says they are undertaking infrastructural upgrades across all ports in the country. He adds that the Lautoka Port Master Plan has been submitted […]Lautoka · Lautoka Read Article

Minister drops acting PS

A NEW permanent secretary for the Ministry of Sugar will be appointed, according to Sugar Minister Charan Jeath Singh. This following a public fallout between him and the current acting permanent secretary Reshmi Kumar. A video showing a disagreement between the two has garnered public attention on social media, prompting questions about internal tensions in the ministry. Mr Singh confirmed the change. He said he had lost confidence in the actin…Lautoka · Lautoka Read Article

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