Australian fighter Jai Opetaia has won the vacant IBF cruiserweight title following a bloody 12-round bout with Mairis Briedis.
Opetaia reclaimed the title, which was
Families gathered in numbers to celebrate International Museum Day 2024 as the Fiji Museum opened its third gallery today.
A few of the artifacts include a Western-sty
The Framework on Engaging Local Tradesmen/Women is promoting minimum wage standards, indicating a new era of fair compensation and empowerment for local craftsmanship.
The celebration of Rotuma day is not only about the remembrance of when Rotuma was ceded to Great Britain but also a day where we come together to showcase our culture an
A 2-year-old boy is the latest death on our roads this week following an accident in Dreketi.
Police say the boy was travelling in a vehicle driven by his father headi
Two men from Dreketilailai who were missing in Labasa Waters after failing to return from a fishing trip on the 2nd of this month have been.
Police say a boat captain
In celebrating International Museum Day 2024, the Fiji Museum is pleased to announce that entry will be free-of-charge to all members of the public till 4.30 this afterno
Hundreds of people have gathered in numbers to be part of the Suva Grammar School Reign Parade March from the Suva Flea Market to Albert Park which kicks off the school
Minister for Home Affairs, Pio Tikoduadua says the recent conviction of the suspended Commissioner of Police would have, in practice, created a vacancy in the office of t
Minister for Home Affairs, Pio Tikoduadua says the use of firearms in law enforcement must be carefully considered, with robust legislative support and clear guidelines t
Thousands of people are expected to be part of the Suva Grammar School 60th+4 Diamond Jubilee celebration that will be filled with various events from tomorrow to next Sa
It is time to act now to deal with the drug problem in the country as facilities like Saint Giles Hospital, which is the only psychiatric hospital in Fiji, is recording a
A Police internal investigation is underway to find out how a man charged with allegedly possessing cocaine, methamphetamine and marijuana was released without getting ba
As 47 percent of water produced daily is being lost because of leakages, the Water Authority of Fiji aims to have someone on board by August who will work with the WAF op
Less than five percent of businesses are owned by indigenous businesses in Fiji with approximately 80 companies in Fiji and the Fijian Holdings Limited board has allowed
The Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation has today expressed concern over the mounting pressure faced by employers in a challenging business environment, and said that
Acting Commissioner of Police, Juki Fong Chew confirms that they allowed a police team from Nausori to conduct the biggest methamphetamine busts in Nadi earlier this year
More effort needs to be put in place by key stakeholders, community leaders, faith-based organisations, civil society organisations, media and individuals to promote equa
The legacy of the late Ratu Sir Lala Sukuna to strengthen culture through the educational system and traditional institutions is the focus now for the young iTaukei youth
55 taxi permits in the Western Division were obtained through improper means and the Land Transport Authority is seeking assistance in retrieving 42 taxi permits while th
Acting Director of Public Prosecutions John Rabuku says he wants the hearing of former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama and suspended Police Commissioner, Brigadier Gene
Former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama and suspended Police Commissioner, Brigadier General Sitiveni Qiliho will reappear in the Suva Magistrates Court later this morn
Police are seeking assistance in locating 27-year-old Senitiki Rasagati Turaga who was reported missing at the Sigatoka Police Station last week.
Police say Turaga was
The pervasive threat of illicit drugs has emerged as a pressing concern, rapidly infiltrating and destabilizing our society therefore the Republic of Fiji Military Forces
Minister for Home Affairs Pio Tikoduadua says the drug issues in the country has spread like wildfire over the past 12 months as there is a lot of reporting on this issue
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua have to win their next three games in order to qualify for the Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific quarter finals for the second time in just t
The Minister for Home Affairs, Pio Tikoduadua, is urging Christian and i-Taukei community leaders to take action in reducing drug-related crimes, as this is a major probl
Head of Family Health from the Ministry of Health, Doctor Rachel Devi says bluetoothing and chemsex are super dangerous and this year alone, they are noticing an increase
Drug use in schools has increased in the past 3 years as in 2021 there were about 2,400 reported cases, in 2022, they were 2,800 cases and last year, it increased to 3,50
It was a momentous day for the villagers of Saqani in Cakaudrove after the commissioning of the Ecological Purification System (EPS) by the Minister for Rural and Maritim
Acting Commissioner of Police Juki Fong Chew has made it clear that the Police Force cannot have officers who are involved in drugs.
While speaking at the Responding T
Persons living with disabilities can be at a high risk of substance abuse because of the challenges they face, for instance it can be a coping mechanism for them because
The Women Potters of Rewa “Renaissance of Tuli Kuro” exhibition was launched at the University of Fiji Art Gallery in Samabula last night showcasing the works of 76-y
As concerns continue to be raised about Police Officers allegedly being involved in drug-related crimes, the Minister for Home Affairs, Pio Tikoduadua, is calling on the
The Tamavua Water Treatment Plant is a critical infrastructure as it provides 40 percent of the water supply to Suva since each clarifier at the Water Authority of Fiji i
The recent media reports claiming that medical professionals are providing syringes to members of the public are unfounded and inaccurate.
This has been confirmed by t
Three people are in custody following the seizure of illicit substances believed to be methamphetamine and marijuana in the Northern Division over the last 48 hours.
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Two men from Dreketilailai are currently missing in Labasa Waters after failing to return from a fishing trip on the 2nd of this month.
The two men have been reported
A passenger of a van is in critical condition at the CWM Hospital after an accident in Colo-i-Suva last night.
Police say the victim was one of the six passengers tr
After months of training and volunteering in community works, 10 recipients from 4 different youth clubs in the Central Division were awarded the Duke Edinburgh's Interna
The Fiji government aims to target 100 percent of Fijians to get electricity access by 2026 and this is one of the projects that they need to achieve and believes that so
The Ministry of Home Affairs in collaboration with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is organizing a two days’ National Talanoa Session on Responding
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka stresses that the term ‘Vulagi’ is the most respectful way of referring to a new arrival into a iTaukei community, and it entitles the
More than 200 people are taking shelter in three evacuation centres that have opened up in Serua due to flooding.
National Disaster Management Office Director Vasiti S
Due to a trough of low pressure with associated clouds and showers, there is a threat of flash flood that is likely to affect parts of the Fiji group till tomorrow.
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Police are investigating FijiFirst MP Rinesh Sharma’s comments to the Australian media for the case where an Australian man had a self-inflicted wound after he argued w
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad has stressed the grant agreement for Global Girmit Institute was vetted by the Solicitor General, si
Queens Road from Wainadoi to Mango Bay is now clear and accessible to all traffic.
The Fiji Roads Authority says drivers should drive carefully when travelling to thes
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka stresses that the term ‘Vulagi’ is the most respectful way of referring to a new arrival into a iTaukei community, and it entitles the
In a bid to strengthen and re-engage Fiji’s sprawling Diaspora across North America, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Cooperatives, Micro, Small, and Mediu
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka addressed members of the Fijian Diaspora in Los Angeles last night, highlighting key government priority areas earmarked for boosting staff
Assistant Commissioner of Police Operations, Livai Driu confirms Police are working with the National Disaster Management Office and the Fiji Roads Authority in the shari
Acting Commissioner of Police, Juki Fong Chew says they concur that there are still various barriers faced by children in reporting crimes, which is why they have, throug
Due to the continuous rain from last night, a landslide has occurred in Talenaua in Serua along Queens Highway.
The Fiji Roads Authority says the road is restricted to
People are advised to take all the necessary precautions as some areas along Queens Highway are flooded including Vunaniu Road and crossing, Somosomo Flats from Nabukelev
A trough of low pressure with the associated clouds and showers are expected to affect the country from the North from today till Friday.
The Nadi weather office says
Due to heavy rain this morning, some roads along Queens Road including Vunaniu Road and crossing is currently underwater and closed to all traffic.
The Fiji Roads Auth
27-year-old Apisai Madigibuli, who allegedly murdered his 25-year-old wife at an apartment complex along Robertson Road in Suva last month, has been further remanded in c
Water Authority of Fiji CEO, Doctor Amit Chanan will appear on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan at 8 tonight.
The show will focus on water supply issues in
$300,000 has been allocated for the Ratu Sukuna Day celebrations to cater for the three-day event which will be held at the end of this month at Albert Park in Suva. A
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad says the government has every record and accountability of every cent that was spent for Girmit Day
FijiFirst MP, Rinesh Sharma is under the spotlight for comments made to the Australian media for the case where an Australian man had a self inflicted wound after he had
The Ministry of Health says they anticipate to continue the 12-hour shifts for nurses in facilities like CWM Hospital until their nurse numbers improve although the Fiji
As violence against children remains a major concern, Save the Children research has found that 46 percent of children surveyed would not disclose an experience of violen
Growing up in the village of Vatulele, Cikobia in Vanua Levu, Jekope Maiono made a promise to his grandfather before leaving the village to go and study at the University
All flights into and out of the capital of New Caledonia have been grounded due to industrial action and strikes that in some areas, have turned violent.
Blockades ere
A few young men from Buca Bay who are collectively driven by the passion for farming visited the Minister for Rural and Maritime Development and Disaster Management, Saki
The Vanua of Nawaka in Nadi has strongly condemned the sale and use of drugs by the people of their community, and Tui Nawaka Ratu Joeli Bulu says they will not condone i
A 28-year-old man from Tuatua, Labasa will appear in the Labasa Magistrates Court today after being charged with dishonestly obtaining money through the M-PAiSA app.
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After this weekend's epic aurora australis display, the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) says there is still a geomagnetic storm underway that may produce visible southern lig
Police are urging parents and guardians to be vigilant and aware of their children’s safety during the school break following the deaths of two children who drowned las
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