Budget Watch: Opposition MP Premila Kumar says Fiji’s 2026/27 Budget leans on borrowing and day-to-day spending, warning the economy can’t grow on a “pipeline” without real construction, production and jobs. She flags 82% of expenditure going to operating costs and only 18% to capital. Debt Debate: Parveen Bala backs calls for bipartisan action, saying debt servicing is set to cost nearly $600m and urging spending to shift toward health, schools and cost-of-living relief. Transport Costs: Fiji Competition and Consumer Commission says no transport fare hike has been approved despite fuel pressure, while taxi and maritime operators watch costs closely. Sugar Industry Strain: Farmers warn labour shortages are threatening sugar recovery, with harvesting costs rising sharply and growers turning to mechanical options. Mining & Jobs: Government continues paying former Vatukoula mine workers compensation, with $7.48m already paid, while the Lands Ministry inspects a new plant aimed at improving gold recovery from tailings. Digital & Cyber: UNODC warns Pacific digital growth is opening doors to scams and cybercrime, especially targeting young people. Sustainability in Sport: World Sailing begins a life-cycle assessment of Olympic sailing gear to cut environmental impact. Local Enterprise: A British veteran in Taveuni is running what he says is the Northern Division’s first food truck, using produce from his family farm.