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$3.5m loss (Feb 4)
THE Fiji Pine Group of Companies has announced a $3.5 million loss - and counting - as flooding caused by torrential rainfall over the past two weeks takes its toll on agriculture, forestry and infrastructure in the Western Division.


Boost to farming (Feb 4)
CANE growers are among thousands of people in the Western Division who will benefit from the government's decision to waive land rental and lease fees for one year beginning January 5, 2012.


Sugar worry (Feb 4)
CANE production for the 2012-2013 season could be affected if farms continue to remain waterlogged.


When love conquers all (Feb 4)
A NAVOSA man on Wednesday led a daring 24-hour rescue effort in a bid to save his sick wife and one-year old niece.


Don't eat animals killed by flood, says Bolalailai (Feb 4)
PEOPLE in the Western Division have been urged not to eat animals or birds that could have died as a result of the floodwaters.


Strong wind warning for Fiji (Feb 4)
RAIN and strong winds will continue over the weekend and motorists are urged to be extra cautious while pedestrians are asked to limit movement unless absolutely necessary.


Ferry cancels trips (Feb 4)
BLIGH Water Shipping Limited had to cancel its trips from Lautoka to Vanua Levu this weekend because of bad weather conditions experienced in the Western Division.


Vegetable quantity reduces (Feb 4)
A FORECAST made two weeks ago over shortage of vegetables has already become a reality at the Labasa market.


Villagers seek help for road upgrade (Feb 4)
APPALLING road conditions in some areas of Bua have prompted villagers to request government to improve roads.


Sunday fishing ban (Feb 4)
FISHING on Sundays in the qoliqoli (fishing area) of Nadogo in the province of Macuata has been forbidden.