Leisure time means family time and in order to spend quality time with loved ones, consumers tend to pick on activities which give them enjoyment. It is a fact that cinema is a common and growing form of entertainment. Fortunately, there are numerous cinema outlets in towns and cities which consumers can resort to for […]

Urban drift has caused significant pressure on residential housing in urban areas of Fiji over the years. There is an insufficient supply of houses in the market to meet the increased demand for accommodation. Consequently, housing prices have increased to such an extent that it is no longer possible for many people to purchase their […]

It is common practice for consumers to eat out in restaurants when visiting towns and cities. Every individual enjoys having a hot plate of authentic dishes ranging from Chinese, Indian or i-Taukei dish from restaurants time and again With a number of eateries open in different areas, consumers have more options available to choose from. […]

Not many consumers may know for a fact that baby car seats come with expiry dates. Some may not even know that the baby seat they are using is usable or has already exceeded its product life cycle. Particularly, in cases where the baby car seat has been passed down between friends and families, it […]

Time and again consumers engage the services of courier service providers to transport items from one location to the other. This is primarily in events where consumers are unable to safely transport their belongings on their own or cannot physically deliver parcels to their loved ones. The costs incurred in delivering those items locally and […]

Nowadays, owning a vehicle is no longer a dream given the various car loan options available in the market. It is a fact that not all individuals can purchase vehicles by paying cash up front, hence, banks have made it much easier to obtain car loan packages. Obtaining motor vehicle loans have become far more […]

Distance, time and money force people to engage the services of postal or courier companies for sending and receiving parcels from abroad. People rely on postal service providers to transport their items safely to the intended recipient particularly when they fork out extra money to secure their mail. Most consumers opt for registered mail when […]

Amongst the basic necessities of life, food is the key to survival. Consumers work tirelessly to earn money to put food on the table for their family. The least consumers don’t expect is to be sold items which are unsafe for consumption. Unfortunately, the Council has increasingly come across supermarkets in the country which sell […]

Activities which provide wholesome entertainment are key to many people’s busy and stressful lives as it can give them much needed relaxation and enjoyment. Also, indulging in such activities from time to time is necessary to handle stress on a daily basis. One growing form of entertainment which people enjoy watching is films, particularly in […]

With Fiji’s economy projected to grow by 3.8 percent in 2017, it is expected that a lot more builders, engineers and other professional service providers are needed to meet the demands of the booming construction sector. But for consumers, especially when they are building or repairing, altering structures or buying a new home, one group […]

Buying a vehicle is no longer a farfetched dream. Today, consumers are just a step away from driving off with their own vehicle, particularly with the increase in the number of second hand car dealers and the plethora of cars placed in their showrooms and yards. Government policies and low interest rate of 8% for […]

How often do you check your water meter for any possible leakages? Habitually, many consumers with the laid back attitude leave matters until it reaches a situation which becomes difficult to work out a suitable solution. Consumers fail to realise that if they do not check for possible leakages on their property from time to […]

The high costs associated with timber is no secret given that it is an essential product for the construction of houses and buildings. It is imperative for consumers to practice vigilance and pay attention to details prior to confirming their order and also taking the delivery of the timber products. The Consumer Council of Fiji […]

Owning a home is not everybody’s cup of tea, particularly given the price of real-estate in Fiji. The reality for many is to settle for a rental property by scouting through local dailies and social media, or knocking on doorsteps of property owners, requesting for a rental space. A place they can call home, at […]

We all agree that there is a role for health insurance in the Fijian health care system, provided it delivers tangible value to consumers. It is crucial that consumers have the trust and confidence that their policies will give them access to treatment when the need arises. Consumers purchase health insurance policies for their peace […]