A man is in hospital following an accident along Edinburgh Drive in Suva this afternoon.
A ten-wheeler truck and a 4x4 vehicle were involved in the accident.
The 4x
In a significant step towards creating a more secure cyber environment for Fijians, a Memorandum of Understanding has been signed today between Israel’s Deputy Foreign
South Korean police said they will seek an arrest warrant for a woman who set fire to her apartment building while trying to kill a cockroach with an improvised flamethro
Drivers are advised to use alternative route as there has been an accident on Edinburgh Drive in Suva where a 4x4 vehicle has hit a tree and is blocking traffic.
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The board of the Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji has decided to suspend its Chief Executive Officer, Joweli Cawaki to allow investigations into matters surrounding Goun
Magistrate Yogesh Prasad has instructed three escorting police officers to take Ginna Choi, Lagomarcino Baules and Peniasi Delai to the Legal Aid Commission for represent
An early morning fire tore through the remote village of Solove in Qeleni, Taveuni, yesterday, destroying two homes and a vehicle, leaving eight family members displaced,
Labasa Chamber of Commerce, President Vinesh Dayal says passing the Employment Relations Bill in its current form is going to be disastrous as it does not consider econom
Occupants from a commercial building with residential flats in Natabua are safe as firefighters from the Lautoka Fire Station responded to the devastating fire that engul
100 laptops equipped with Windows 11 licences have been handed over to the Marist Education community across Fiji, a gift designed to strengthen digital learning and tech
A 20-year-old man has been charged with one count of unlawful possession of illicit drugs, namely methamphetamine.
Police say the accused was arrested by members of th
Falling right after Diwali, Govardhan Puja is a festival of where Hindu devotees offer gratitude to Lord Krishna, for the abundance he grants his followers.
On this da
For many young girls in Japan today, the image of Sanae Takaichi taking the helm of power as Japan’s first ever female leader is powerful and formative.
It means a p
Fiji has been recognised by the World Health Organization for the elimination of trachoma, rubella and measles, marking a historic moment for public health in the nation.
Former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama, who has been found guilty as the first person to make an unwarranted demand to a public official, will be sentenced this afterno
Five people have been issued traffic infringement notices for careless driving in connection with a viral video that surfaced last week, showing vehicles being driven rec
Outsource Fiji will be leading an eight-member delegation to the Future CX Summit in New Zealand 2025, which will be held in Auckland on Wednesday and Thursday, highlight
As 126 deaths last year were caused by HIV, the Fiji National University is urging people to end stigma and get tested to know their status.
They say when people are a
A man guilty of drug possession has been told in court that it is lazy people like him who have poisoned our youth.
Magistrate Yogesh Prasad highlighted this to Marika
Pandit Kaushal Deo Maharaj of Labasa says Diwali is a Festival of Lights that brings everyone together in happiness and celebration.
He shared that his family has been
Families across Fiji will light up their homes and hearts to celebrate the Festival of Lights today with unwavering devotion, joy, and togetherness, despite the wet weath
The Fiji Police Force is urging the public to refrain from sharing or commenting on a video showing the victim of the recent alleged drowning incident involving a former
It is a tragic Diwali for a family after an 18-year-old man lost his life in a fatal house fire.
Police confirm the victim was trapped inside his bedroom when th
One person has died after being struck by a falling branch on Wellington's Mount Victoria as strong wind and heavy rain warnings continue across New Zealand.
Thousands
People are being reminded to think about the poor and less fortunate, including those admitted to hospitals or unable to celebrate Diwali due to illness or difficult circ
Ram Kewal of Laqere, Tabia, emphasized the importance of unity among all races this Diwali, urging everyone to stay united and live in peace.
He says Diwali cele
Diwali is about happiness and togetherness Taveuni resident Life is short, and happiness is essential, so no one should feel lonely during Diwali, especially when th
Diwali is not just a festival of lights, but a celebration of duty, discipline, and devotion — the very values that define police service.
Commissioner of Police, Ru
The Office of the Solicitor-General has strongly refuted claims made on social media alleging that the Solicitor-General, Ropate Green, has been charged with criminal int
More than 550 families across Fiji will be celebrating a brighter Diwali this year, thanks to Westpac Fiji’s annual Diwali hamper initiative delivered in partnership wi
As the radiant glow of Diwali lights up Suva, a determined mother of six is selling lotus flowers with hope and heart, not just to support her family, but to share the sp
As Fiji celebrates Diwali this year, the Fiji Labour Party calls on everyone, particularly parents, to dwell on the values and virtues embodied in the epic tale by Valmik
Expect a wet and windy Diwali as a strong wind warning is in force and persistent localised heavy rain may lead to flash flooding of low lying areas.
This is for the c
As Fiji celebrates Diwali, Deputy Prime Minister and National Federation Party Leader, Professor Biman Prasad says the festival is a time for rejoicing with family and fr
The bills to amend the three electoral laws for Fiji are ready.
This has been confirmed by Acting Attorney General, Siromi Turaga during the People’s Alliance AGM as
With many Hindus in Fiji and around the world preparing for Diwali celebrations tomorrow, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has reminded everyone to focus on the message of
A cargo plane has skidded off a runway at Hong Kong International Airport and landed in the sea, killing two ground staff.
Emirates flight EK9788 was arriving from Dub
As we celebrate Diwali, the Leader of Opposition Inia Seruiratu is encouraging all Fijians to take this opportunity to strengthen the bonds of friendship and understandin
Concerns over the alleged discharge of waste from the Tavua hospital into the Nasivi river was raised during the Fijian Media Association’s 'Meet the Public and the Pre
It is unchristian to hit your child, even if it is for disciplinary purposes.
Pacific Council of Churches representative Reverend Sitiveni Kua made these comments whil
The body of the former national netball coach Unaisi Rokoura has been recovered from the Rewa River.
Police say a joint search team consisting of officers from the Fij
As the nation prepares to celebrate Diwali, the Pacific Recycling Foundation is calling on Fijians to look beyond cleaning their individual homes and instead reflect on h
Papua New Guinea is celebrating a historic moment as the late local preacher Peter ToRot, born in 1912 and died in 1925, has been officially declared a saint by the Catho
As we celebrate Diwali tomorrow, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad says this is a time to come together as one community to share joy
Calls for inclusive and community-driven climate resilience were at the heart of a moving address delivered by Moala Village elder and disability advocate Nemani Susu.
As Diwali celebrations light up Fiji, the National Fire Authority reminds the public to exercise caution and responsibility when playing with fireworks.
NFA Chief Exec
Non-communicable diseases and mental health challenges are lived realities for almost every Fijian family, with NCDs accounting for more than 80 percent of deaths in Fiji
The Police Force is urging members of the public to disregard any communication from a police officer, requiring the sharing of personal information, particularly via mes
Three children were discharged after successfully undergoing lifesaving surgeries under the Gift of Life program at Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children's Hospital.
Whil
It will be a tragic Diwali for a family as a man in his 50s has died following an accident along Queens Road near Navo, Nadi.
Police say the man was a passenger in a v
Ayodhya, the sacred birthplace of Lord Ram has once again etched its name in history as it illuminated the banks of the Saryu River with a record-breaking 2.617 million d
With Diwali being celebrated tomorrow, Hindus are marking Roop Narak Chaturthi also known as Chhoti Diwali today and putting the final touches on their preparations ahead
Charges have been laid against Deputy Prime Minister, Manoa Kamikamica.
According to the Magistrates Court cause list, Kamikamica has been charged by FICAC.
He is c
Ayodhya, the sacred birthplace of Lord Ram, is gearing up to make history as 35,000 volunteers prepare to light over 2.6 million diyas at Ram Ki Paidi to mark the Festiva
The search for 47-year-old former national netball player and coach, Unaisi Rokoura will continue this morning.
Police and villagers will regroup and continue their se
The spirit of Diwali is lighting up homes and hearts across Fiji as families begin the five-day Festival of Lights with Dhanteras, a day marked by prayers, shopping, and
In an effort to reduce poverty and uplift communities across Fiji through targeted support and empowerment initiatives, the Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protect
Police are seeking assistance in locating Unaisi Tuvakalea of the Wainidinu Settlement in Vugalei.
Tuvakalea was last seen on Friday after she left home around midday
George FIJI Veikoso had such a great gift of bringing people together through music and he is the connector of people, he is the bridge of the Pacific and that's one of h
Sydney is celebrating Diwali in grand style as the iconic sails of the Sydney Opera House were lit up in golden light on Monday night.
The New South Wales Government s
A request has been made by Ba businessman, Dinesh Prakash Chand to have the Ba Health Centre open on Saturdays to ensure a smoother flow of services.
Chand raised this
The search continues for 47-year-old former national netball player and coach, Unaisi Rokoura who has been missing from yesterday while gathering fresh water mussels near
In a bid to boost disaster preparedness and enhance living standards for villagers, the Minister for Rural and Maritime Development and Disaster Management, Sakiasi Ditok
Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights that will be celebrated next Tuesday, continues to shine as a symbol of unity and cultural harmony in Fiji’s proudly multiracial so
Huge crowds have gathered to protest against President Donald Trump's policies in cities across the US, including New York, Washington DC, Chicago, Miami, and Los Angeles
A resident of Naidrodro Settlement in Ba, Mesulame Nakiole has highlighted during the Fijian Media Association’s Meet the Public and the Press town hall that they have
People’s Alliance Party President Ratu Josefa Dimuri says it is important for the party and the government to listen to critics instead of shutting them down.
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47-year-old former national netball player and coach, Unaisi Rokoura is missing from yesterday while gathering fresh water mussels near Navuso Agriculture School.
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A group of 59 South Koreans detained in Cambodia for alleged involvement in online scams has been repatriated in handcuffs.
The group arrived at Incheon Airport yester
As the festive spirit of Diwali sets in, the five-day celebrations begin today with Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi, a day dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Kube
The Acting Commissioner of Police Aporosa Lutunauga has directed an investigation to be conducted in relation to the viral video showing a number of vehicles being driven
The People’s Alliance Party has received 130 expressions of interest from people wanting to contest the upcoming general elections, including some former FijiFirst Part
Villagers of Matasawalevu in Kadavu are celebrating a major milestone with the successful harvest of their first batch of seaweed, marking a new chapter in sustainable li
As Dhanteras, the first day of Diwali begins tomorrow, Fijians across the country are making final preparations for the Festival of Lights, and from festive shopping to h
People's Alliance Party Leader and Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has urged his party members to speak up and to continue to let the communication channel open.
While
A traditional welcoming ceremony was accorded to the global president of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) Kate Forbes this morn
Former Minister for Information in the SVT Government in the 1990s, Ratu Josefa Dimuri has been elected as the President of the People's Alliance Party.
Ratu Josefa wa
The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission in partnership with the Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha of Fiji, is continuing its annual Diwali initiative to promote
Prince Andrew is giving up his titles, including the Duke of York, he has announced in a personal statement.
He has been under increasing pressure over his links with
People in Tavua are raising concerns about the need to review the Explosives Act, improve transport services for people with disabilities, and enhance police safety durin
The Fiji Corrections Service today launched their 150th anniversary celebrations, marking years of dedicated service, discipline, and transformation since 1874.
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Members of the People’s Alliance Party have started to arrive for their People's Assembly at the FMF Gymnasium in Suva.
Members from across the country are attending
Renowned Events Director Moe Coffey branded the first Homecoming Festival he was planning with the late George FIJI Veikoso as mission impossible because he didn't think
Fiji has a Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) of 48.1 deaths per 100, 000 live births, a clear sign that critical gaps in sexual and reproductive health care still exist.
Good news for sugarcane farmers as the final cane payment for the 2024 season, including a Government top-up of $8.27 per tonne, will be given out on Monday.
This will
What began as helping his aunt Pushpa with sewing many years ago has turned into a full-time profession for 34-year-old Ritesh Lal, who now runs his own tailoring shop at
People are crowding shops across the country as Diwali draws near, with the festive spirit building and many preparing for celebrations with fireworks, decorations, and n
Concerns over environmental pollution, stalled development of Vatia City, and landownership rights were raised during the Fijian Media Association’s 'Meet the Public an
It is deeply concerning that the Fijian Teachers Association continues to advocate for corporal punishment, despite prior discussions and evidence highlighting its ineffe
Fiji National University’s Director of Marketing and Communication, Karen Lobendahn has resigned with immediate effect following a meeting between Minister for Educatio
Questions have been raised on why the salaries and allowances of Members of Parliament were increased and whether there will be another pay rise if the government is re-e
The trial for Yu Yang Feng, Minghui Dai, Zhou Lan who were allegedly found with methamphetamine and a large sum of money in Rewa Street, Suva last month will be on the 4t
Former Counter Narcotics Bureau member, Varinava Sabua, who is charged with abuse of office and receiving a corrupt benefit has pleaded not guilty to both the charges.
It was a day of celebration for the students of the Fiji School of the Blind in Vatuwaqa as they celebrated Diwali with the staff of Digicel Fiji, featuring a special cel
The Rarawai Sugar Mill is expected to be operational by the first week of December following the fire incident last month.
Minister for Sugar Industry, Charan Jeath Si
Former Chief Executive Officer of the Fijian Broadcasting Corporation, Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and Chief Financial Officer, Vimlesh Sagar will take their plea in December in
Serious concerns about the increasing risk of bush fires in Fiji has been raised by the National Fire Authority, following the tragic fire incident in Meigunyah, Nadi cla
Tulsa Rumney has been identified as the soldier who died in a vehicle rollover during training in north Queensland.
Paramedics and a rescue helicopter responded to the
Police are searching for an unknown person who broke into the Naseyani Seventh-Day Adventist Church and stole a speaker.
The Tavua Police have launched an investigatio
A heated argument broke out between Minister for Sugar Industry, Charan Jeath Singh and sugarcane farmer Arvind Singh tonight during the Fijian Media Association Meet the
100 patients at Ba Vision, an eye clinic and surgery centre, are awaiting their surgeries after experts from India were prevented from performing the procedures.
Ba Vi
The Kimaya Fiji Group won four prestigious titles at the 2025 World Travel Awards.
The awards include Oceania's Leading Family Resort 2025-Fiji Hideaway Resort &
Fiji’s transition to clean transport is getting a major boost, with an estimated US$80 million in annual exports expected from a new partnership with China to introduce
Tribe, Fiji’s leading ready-to-drink vodka since 1998, has been named the official beverage partner of Makete Ethnik 2025, a vibrant celebration of Fijian creativity, c
FIJI Water is restrained from proceeding with it’s planned layoff of workers for now after an order by the Employment Court.
This follows an ex-parte application in
With dreams of expanding her business to support children who have lost parents to breast cancer and to empower single mothers facing financial and emotional challenges,
Women in the tech industry now have an opportunity to get direct access to funding, training, visibility, and long-term influence in both the startup and investment space
Calls for more counsellors in schools to address student disciplinary issues have been raised during the National Conversation on Corporal Punishment.
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A former councillor and representative of the Tavua Ratepayers and Citizens Association, has called for urgent improvements to Tavua’s infrastructure, especially the ne
A new $3 million service station is set to open in Navua, marking a major investment in the town’s infrastructure and economic growth.
At the ground breaking ceremon
As people across the country prepare for Diwali, families living in Uciwai, Nadi continue to struggle with irregular water supply due to the prolonged dry season.
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It was a proud moment for 63-year-old Umlesh Lata Sharma as she took home the first prize in the FMF Diwali Thali Competition organized by Navtarang and Radio Sargam at 2
The Damodar Group has officially launched its $20 million Damodar City Arts Village Branch in Pacific Harbour, a vibrant new destination that blends culture, creativity,
For many Fijians living with chronic pain or conditions once treated only overseas, relief is now closer to home. Pacific Specialist Healthcare (PSH Hospitals) has introd
Revising the Mining Act 1965 is not an overnight job.
This was highlighted by Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka during the Fijian Media Association Town Hall Meeting at t
As families around the country prepare for Diwali, a resident from Qelewaqa in Labasa has raised concerns about ongoing water supply issues in his area, claiming that nea
The President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu has met with the King Charles at Buckingham Palace.
Ratu Naiqama says it was a warm and meaningful engagement, reflecting the end
Save the Children Fiji has strongly condemned recent calls to reintroduce corporal punishment in schools, warning that such actions are illegal, unconstitutional, and a v
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