Consumers often engage the services of a lawyer to act on their behalf to avoid legal risks and facilitate investments such as buying a property. Consumers place their trust in lawyers that they will ensure appropriate procedures are followed in the purchase of property. Engaging their services also means less hassle for the consumer, as […]

Having electricity and decent water supply is a necessity for all the families. For any family with access to both, their income is budgeted to include regular payments of utility bills. Through consistent payment of bills, an individual or family can gauge how much they have to pay in a month. For those whose bills […]

Hire purchase is one of the most common means of attaining products in Fiji. More locals opt to buy items on hire purchase because they find the credit payment system convenient. Loans are easily accessible, which allows consumers to buy products on hire purchase. Some villagers travel hours to a nearby town or city to […]

Consumers to safeguard life insurance policy documentsIn a world full of uncertainties, people hold on to things that give them a sense of stability and consistency. They embark on business ventures to secure a good financial future, invest in their children’s education to ensure they are surrounded by opportunities later in life, and find ways […]

When buying or selling a property, consumers often seek the services of a solicitor to carry out all legal and financial obligations of the transaction. These obligations can be complicated for those who do not have broader knowledge of the law and its consequences in the event some mishaps eventuate. Consumers generally engage solicitors not […]

At the break of school, a young 13-year-old returns home with joy. He dumps his bag on his bed and rushes to play. The field of play is endless and here he chooses to be anyone he wishes to be. His competitors are the same, the characters or pseudonyms they employ are never reflective of […]

Fiji’s location in the South Pacific, makes it one of the best holiday places in the region. The 47 per cent tax rebate offered by the government for film productions has also drawn a large number of movie productions to be shot in Fiji. Fiji’s tropical setting also makes for one of the world’s iconic […]

Living on a limited income can be very difficult to make ends meet when costs increase for essentials such as health, housing, food, and travel. This can be challenging for senior citizens living in the absence of assured and sufficient income to support themselves. The Ministry of Social Welfare, Women and Poverty Alleviation has always […]

Trying to forge ahead in life and ensuring financial stability can prove to be a daunting task for families, particularly young families. The trouble of having to ensure basic needs are met often involves a lot of planning and sacrifices. Some families barely get by but continue to work hard for a better life. Others […]

The e-ticketing system has been met with mixed reactions since its implementation despite its good intention. Some have embraced the change with open arms while others have raised issues related to access to top up agents in rural areas or after hours and non-availability of disposable cards on the buses. There is another school of […]

When it comes to celebrations, we prefer visiting hotels and restaurants that offer good quality food which is value for money. During such occasions consumers prefer indulgence, and a chance to socialise with their family and friends with no dishes to clean up. Thus, nothing beats a good buffet meal when it comes to cost […]

It is that time of the year again when people tend to spend a lot on merry making and get together functions. It is expected that consumers’ budget will stretch as the shopping list gets longer than usual. In most households, the quantity of cooking and baking increases and so do parties and exchange of […]

Consumers who decide to travel overseas, whether for business or pleasure, have the option to coordinate travel themselves or engage the services of a travel or immigration agency. Often those who do not have time or lack appropriate knowledge engage the services of an agency. The Council found an upsurge in the number of people […]

Health and safety are of prime importance in one’s life particularly when it comes to work environment. Workers need to adhere to a set of rules and regulations to ensure safety at work premises are maintained at all times. While the ordinary work indoors may not have stringent requirements on the dress code and footwear, […]

Playing tattslotto is a growing trend among people nowadays. Some play it just for fun while others play to win. While there are several forms of playing tattslotto, ‘scratch and win’ is a common choice for many. In Fiji there are considerable number of tattslotto agents who sell the ‘scratch and win’ cards whereby if […]