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21/01/2026

Maciu Nalumisa instructs Committee to proceed with Ailava Samuels as Miss Fiji

In response to the statement by the Acting Prime Minister Filimoni Vosarogo, the Miss Fiji Pageant Committee has deferred to the line minister, Minister for Local Governm

8 days ago

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Heavy Rain for parts of Viti Levu and Vanua Levu

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Heavy Rain is now in force for interior and southern parts of Viti Levu from Korolevu, interior of Ba, interior Nadroga-Navosa, Sigatok

Weather

8 days ago

Body of 50-year-old man found along Tulahewa River bank

The body of the 50-year-old man who went missing in the Tulahewa River last week has been found.Police say his body was discovered along the bank of the Tulahewa River, a

Police

8 days ago

Rabuka and Dr Michael selected as Distinguished Visiting Fellows at Perry World House

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Permanent Secretary for Environment and Climate Change, Dr Sivendra Michael, have both been appointed as Distinguished Visiting Fellows

Environment Government

8 days ago

Fiji Airways adds 44 extra flights to Savusavu during Labasa Airport temporary closure

Fiji Airways (Fiji Link) will operate 44 additional flights to and from Savusavu Airport during the closure of Labasa Airport, which will be temporarily shut from 16 Febr

Airport Fiji-Airways

8 days ago

Seaqaqa residents raise concerns over poor condition of Navidamu Road

Residents along Navidamu Road in Salove, Seaqaqa are struggling with ongoing issues caused by the poor condition of the road.Speaking to fijivillage News, local resident

FRA

8 days ago

Suva High Court refuses to halt construction on Great Han

The Suva High Court has today dismissed the Stay of Execution orders of 20th November 2024 in its entirety.An extension of 14 days is granted to the Director of Environme

Court

8 days ago

Vodafone encourages parents to redeem school bus cards via e-Transport app before school starts

With less than a week for the first school term to commence, Vodafone Fiji is reminding parents and guardians that topping up and redeeming their child’s school bus car

Education

8 days ago

Late PM Qarase honoured by Gavoka in Vanua Balavu

A wreath-laying ceremony for the late former Prime Minister Laisenia Qarase was conducted by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation, Viliam

Government

8 days ago

US to require up to US$15,000 visa bond for Fijian travellers from today

Fijians who qualify for a US business or tourist visa will be required to pay a bond of US$5,000, US$10,000 or US$15,000 before the visa is approved.The US Embassy says t

VISA

8 days ago

Former ILSC Secretary Ifrana Nisha guilty of corruption-related charges

The Suva Magistrates Court has found former Secretary of the Independent Legal Services Commission (ILSC), Ifrana Nisha, guilty of corruption-related charges.Nisha was ch

FICAC

8 days ago

FWRM calls for redrafting of National Referendum Bill Clauses 22 and 23

The Fiji Women’s Rights Movement is calling for the immediate redrafting of Clauses 22 and 23 of the National Referendum Bill (No.46 of 2025), saying the proposed law r

FWRM

8 days ago

Usamate says this is illegal execution: Fix the FNU mess now

The logic of moving the Fiji National University to the Ministry of Strategic Planning makes sense on paper however, a "smart idea" does not give this Government the righ

Feature FNU-reassignment

8 days ago

Lautoka residents can now earn cash by recycling bottles and cans

Families and communities in Lautoka can now earn cash while helping the environment, following the launch of the Return and Earn Centre by the Lautoka City Council. La

Entertainment

8 days ago

UniFiji slams Dr Reddy’s tertiary funding comments as misguided

The University of Fiji says USP’s Dr Mahendra Reddy’s remarks on tertiary education funding shows ignorance of the role of universities in nation-building.This comes

Education

8 days ago

16 year old student and 25 year old man drown in two separate incidents

A 16 year old student and a 25 year old man have drowned in two separate incidents.The first case was reported to Korovou Police and involves a 16-year-old student from W

Drowning

8 days ago

Woman killed in Savusavu vehicle collision

A woman in her 60s from Buca Village has passed away after a head-on-collision near Nasue Settlement in Vunilagi, Savusavu. Police say the woman was a passenger in a vehi

Accident Police

8 days ago

Prince Harry, celebrities face pushback in Daily Mail privacy case

The Duke of Sussex and other celebrity claimants accusing the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday of unlawful information gathering are "clutching at straws",

World-News

8 days ago

Savusavu residents without water for 3 days

Residents of Savusavu are calling on the Water Authority of Fiji for answers, as they have been without water for the past three days despite experiencing heavy rain.Savu

Feature WAF

8 days ago

20/01/2026

Yin Qing Qing sentenced to 10 months imprisonment

Chinese national, Yin Qing Qing has been sentenced to 10 months imprisonment after pleading guilty for possessing property suspected to be proceeds of crime.Qing Qing has

Court Feature

9 days ago

Free children’s heart screenings at Ratu Sukuna Park tomorrow

The Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Heart Screening Centre will conduct free heart screenings for children aged 16 and below at Ratu Sukuna Park tomorrow, as part

Children Health

9 days ago

Two juveniles aged 16 years charged with rape last month

Two juveniles were charged with rape last month with a 16-year-old boy charged with the rape of a 12-year-old boy from his village, while another 16-year-old boy was char

Business Court Feature

9 days ago

Supermarket under investigation after Anchor Butter sold at $20.58 instead of $15.69

A prominent supermarket in Laucala Bay has readjusted the price of a 454g salted Anchor Butter after it was found selling the price-controlled item at $20.58 instead of t

Business

9 days ago

Consolidation hearing for Flagstaff and Rewa Street drug cases on Thursday

The hearing on consolidating charges against Flagstaff drug accused Joshua Ravula with Rewa Street drug accused Yu Yang Feng, Minghui Dai and Zhou Lan as well as Lagomarc

Court Drugs

9 days ago

UniFiji medical students gain rare access to live heart surgeries at PSH

Senior medical students from the University of Fiji are gaining rare hands-on exposure to complex heart surgeries at PSH Hospital under the guidance of renowned cardiotho

UniFiji

9 days ago

FNU requested this move, it is not a takeover - VC

Although the reassignment of the Fiji National University to the Prime Minister is yet to be done through a Bill to amend the FNU Act in parliament, Vice Chancellor of FN

Feature FNU-reassignment

9 days ago

Referendum Bill falls short on democratic standards - FCOSS

The Fiji Council of Social Services has warned that the National Referendum Bill, while strong on procedure and anti-fraud safeguards, falls short of international democr

FCOSS

9 days ago

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Heavy Rain from Sigatoka to Navua and Southern Bua to Cakaudrove

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Heavy Rainfall is now in force for the interior and southern parts of Viti Levu from Sigatoka through the Coral Coast to Navua, and Sou

Weather

9 days ago

Fiji Labour Party says Referendum Bill too restrictive

The Fiji Labour Party says the current National Referendum Bill is too restrictive and fails to meet accepted democratic standards, calling for several clauses to be remo

Referendum-Bill

9 days ago

Naidu warns clauses in Referendum Bill restrict freedom of expression and political rights

Prominent lawyer Richard Naidu has strongly objected to clauses 22, 23 and 27 of the National Referendum Bill, arguing that they unjustifiably restrict freedom of ex

Feature Referendum-Bill

9 days ago

Vosarogo says FNU reassignment going ahead

On the return of the Prime Minister, the legislative change requirement on the reassignment of the Fiji National University to the Prime Minister will be introduced into

Education Feature FNU-reassignment

9 days ago

Shocking move : FNU reassigned under PM

The Fiji National University is being reassigned under the Prime Minister's Office Ministerial Portfolio via the Ministry of Strategic Planning, National Development and

Feature FNU-reassignment

9 days ago

I support the PM - Radrodro

Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro says as Minister for Education and as Party Leader of SODELPA, his role is to support the leader of Government, the Prime Minister,

Feature FNU Government

9 days ago

University of Fiji’s international accreditation extended to 2028

The University of Fiji has successfully completed its mid-cycle review under the UK’s Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) for Higher Education Global Accreditation framework

UniFiji

9 days ago

Guilty plea vacated in Samabula sacrilege case

The man who is accused of sacrilege in Samabula last July has had his guilty plea vacated in the Suva Magistrates Court.28-year-old Samuela Tawase who has been representi

Court

9 days ago

People who supply drugs have no place in Lau - Tui Lau

People who supply drugs have no place in Lau.This has been strongly affirmed by the Paramount Chief of Lau, Na Gone Turaga Bale na Tui Nayau, Sau ni Vanua ko Lau, Tui La

Drugs LAU

9 days ago

Rohan Singh set to become first Nephrologist in his family

As many students prepare to begin their first year at university, Rohan Singh is setting out to become the first nephrologist in his family.Singh, who was also a Bhawania

Education

9 days ago

John O’Connor and Daniel Whippy case set for mention on Thursday

Former National Fire Authority of Fiji Board Chair John O’Connor and Carpenters Fiji Managing Director Daniel Whippy's bail have been extended.The court have set their

Court

9 days ago

PRF welcome Lynda Tabuya’s appointment, calls for stronger focus on grassroots recyclers

The Pacific Recycling Foundation has welcomed the appointment of Lynda Tabuya as the incoming Minister for Environment and Climate Change, saying her leadership is an opp

Government PRF

9 days ago

Cilicewa further remanded in custody

Anare Vuli Cilicewa, who has been charged with the murder of his 28-year-old defacto parnter in October last year has been further remanded in custody. Cilicewa appeared

Court

9 days ago

Students can redeem eTransport cards as Term 1 top-ups are released

Students can redeem their eTransport cards for Term 1, 2026, as top-ups have been completed and the cards are now ready for collection.Government says redemption of Bl

E-Ticketing

9 days ago

Italian fashion designer Valentino dies aged 93

Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani, known as Valentino, has died at the age of 93.One of the giants of 20th century fashion, Valentino's creations were worn by c

Fashion World-News

9 days ago

Police, RFMF to form Joint Task Force to combat drugs threats

Following consultations with key stakeholders and the Minister for Defence and Veterans Affairs, Minister Ioane Naivalurua has authorised the Commissioner of the Fiji Pol

Feature Police RFMF

9 days ago

19/01/2026

Vosarogo says FNU reassignment going ahead

On the return of the Prime Minister, the legislative change requirement on the reassignment of the Fiji National University to the Prime Minister will be introduced into

FNU Feature

10 days ago

$5,000 boost for Frank Hilton Hostel through Navtarang and CFL Foundation

Navtarang, through the Communications Fiji Limited Foundation has provided much needed assistance to the Frank Hilton Organization, donating $5,000 worth of essential i

Navtarang

10 days ago

Navtarang

10 days ago

The reassignment of FNU to the PM is like a takeover - FNU Chair

The Chairman of the Fiji National University Council, Semesa Karavaki says the reassignment of FNU to the Prime Minister is like a takeover.Speaking to fijivillage News,

Feature FNU

10 days ago

Over 5 million visit Taj Mahal in three days as Urs draws record crowds

More than 5 million people visited the Taj Mahal over the past three days, with Saturday recording the highest footfall, at the iconic monument in Agra, India, widely reg

World-News

10 days ago

Bail ruling for Matadigo, Lubi, Bati and Ratu Lote to be delivered next Tuesday

The bail ruling for Alipate Matadigo, Sevuloni Lubi, Eroni Bati and Ratu Lote Leweivuna, who are alleged to be involved in the importation of 4.7 kilograms of methampheta

Court

10 days ago

Seruiratu and Usamate's People First registered as Fiji’s newest political party

People First has been registered as Fiji’s newest political party after the Registrar of Political Parties, Ana Mataiciwa approved the party’s application submitted o

FEO People-First

10 days ago

George Speight concerned about false media report about him

2000 coup leader, George Speight confirms that he has not had any formal communications with the Fijian Truth and Reconciliation Commission.Speight has made it clear that

Fiji-Truth-and-Reconciliation

10 days ago

Vatutavui Village Headman questions yacht regulations following Vatia drug raid

The Turaga ni Koro of Vatutavui Village in Ba is questioning whether current yacht monitoring and docking regulations are strong enough, following a major drug bust in Va

Community Drugs Feature

10 days ago

Roger Allers, ‘The Lion King’ Director, Dies at 76

Roger Allers, a longtime Disney writer and the co-director of the 1994 animated classic “The Lion King,” has died. He was 76.Allers’ death was confirmed by veteran

World-News

10 days ago

Former drug user says only together can we protect our youth from drugs

Only together can we protect our youth from drugs.That was the powerful message from former drug user and Drug Free World Fiji representative Olivia Vosarewa-Tawake, wh

Drugs

10 days ago

EFL says defamation case against union filed before strike notice

Energy Fiji Limited says they filed a defamation case against Construction, Energy and Timber Workers Union of Fiji and its National Secretary John Paul but they did not

Court

10 days ago

19-yr-old drowns after falling into Wailevu River, Labasa

A 19-year-old man from Wailevu, Labasa is believed to have drowned while fishing at the Wailevu River.Police say the man was fishing by the banks of the river, when he

Drowning Police

10 days ago

Public submissions to start in Suva today on Referendum Bill

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Justice, Law, and Human Rights will start taking public submissions on the National Referendum Bill from 9am to 4pm today and tomo

Feature Referendum-Bil

10 days ago

SCC using sports to raise awareness on drugs, HIV, and waste management

The Suva City Council is using sport as a platform to raise awareness on drug abuse, HIV and proper waste disposal.SCC Chairman, Tevita Boseiwaqa highlighted this to fiji

SCC

10 days ago

Rakiraki parent urges responsible use of back-to-school funds

A concerned parent from Rakiraki is urging parents to use the $200 Back-to-School assistance support wisely after it was released last Friday.Chris Kumar says he has seen

Education Government

10 days ago

Fibreglass boat incident under investigation

The Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji extends its sympathy to all passengers and families affected by the recent maritime incident involving a fibreglass boat that was t

Police Transportation

10 days ago

18/01/2026

Alleged offenders still on the run two days after daylight shooting

Two days after a man was shot in a targeted daylight attack in Onehunga Auckland, police still have not arrested the people responsible.Police found the man in a critica

World-News

11 days ago

$25,000 Government-funded bridge improves safety in Tarukua Village, Cicia

A $25,000 Government-funded bridge and footpath has improved access and safety for residents of Tarukua Village on Cicia Island, Lau. For years, villagers relied on an ol

Government

11 days ago

New gym to be established at Navosa Central College

Navosa Central College is set to receive a new gym facility aimed at supporting local youth, promoting fitness, and strengthening community wellbeing.The project comes in

Education Government

11 days ago

Canada targets 50 percent increase in trade with Fiji

Two-way trade between Fiji and Canada, currently valued at more than $50 million, is expected to grow significantly following the opening of the new Canadian High Commiss

Canada

11 days ago

Residents question why yachts near Vatia are not being checked

Concern has been raised by residents living in the Vatia area between Tavua and Ba regarding the drugs that were found on Friday.This has raised questions about how secur

Feature Transportation

11 days ago

Starlink satellite kits boost education, health and safety in Lau Islands

Improved digital connectivity is beginning to transform life on Lakeba Island and Fulaga Island in Lau, with students among those benefiting from newly installed Starlink

Government Starlink

11 days ago

Fiji Museum hosts colourful Rangoli Workshop celebrating Indian folk art

The vibrant tradition of Indian Rangoli came alive at the Fiji Museum yesterday, as Indian folk art enthusiast Rashmi Ahalawat led an engaging workshop for the local comm

Education

11 days ago

Flash floods, evacuations, and a fatality as severe storms hit Sydney

Severe storms and heavy rain have triggered flash flooding across Sydney and parts of New South Wales, leading to evacuations, emergency rescues, and one fatality.Accordi

Weather World-News

11 days ago

Heavy rain still expected after Northland storm warning cancelled

A severe thunderstorm warning for Northland has been lifted, but flooding has already affected parts of the region and more heavy rain is expected.Meteorological Service

World-News

11 days ago

Flash Flood Alert continues for parts of Viti Levu and Vanua Levu

A Flash Flood Alert remains in force for the Western parts of Viti Levu from Lautoka to Ba and it's interior, including the interior of Ra and Naitasiri, as well as Vanu

Weather

11 days ago

New notes were designed to assist visually impaired users - RBF

The Reserve Bank of Fiji says the tactile features on the country’s new banknotes were designed to assist blind and visually impaired users after accessibility concerns

Feature RBF

11 days ago

Boseiwaqa confirms waste cleared at Carpenters Fiji's storage site

Carpenters Fiji has cleared the waste dumped at the backyard of their storage area in Walu Bay, Suva.This action was taken after the issue was highlighted by fijivillage

Feature Rubbish

11 days ago

Trump threatens tariffs on countries opposing Greenland takeover

US President Donald Trump has threatened to place tariffs on nations that do not go along with his ambitions to annex Greenland.Trump says at a White House meeting that h

World-News

11 days ago

Acting PM Vosarogo sends clear warning to those involved in drugs

Acting Prime Minister, Filimoni Vosarogo says the recent drug bust in Tavua is a significant operation by the Fiji Police Force and counterpart agencies, here and abroad.

Drugs Government

11 days ago

Father urges parents to view Back-to-School spending as investment in children despite rising cost of living

With only a week remaining before schools reopen on January 26, parents and guardians across Fiji are busy preparing for the new academic year, with back-to-school shoppi

Education

11 days ago

Kolinisau eyes Coral Coast 7s standouts for national squad selection

Fiji Airways National Men’s 7s head coach Osea Kolinisau says several standout performers in the McDonald’s Coral Coast Fiji 7s could be in line for national squad c

Rugby-7s

11 days ago

17/01/2026

Acting PM Vosarogo sends clear warning to those involved in drugs

Acting Prime Minister, Filimoni Vosarogo says the recent drug bust in Tavua is a significant operation by the Fiji Police Force and counterpart agencies, here and abroad.

Drugs Government

12 days ago

Yaro Chiefs crowned Coral Coast 7s Champions in historic debut after defeating Ravuka Sharks 28–12

The Yaro Chiefs have made history by winning the McDonald’s Coral Coast 7s men’s title on their first-ever appearance at the tournament, defeating Ravuka Sharks 28–

Coral-Coast-7s Feature

12 days ago

I could imagine them crying at home – Toribau

I stared at the wall for almost three hours after my parents left, I could imagine them crying at home. Those were the words of Aisea Toribau, who recently graduated w

Straight-Talk

12 days ago

Moala Island eyed as game fishing tourism hub in Lau development push

Moala Island could soon become a game fishing hotspot under the government’s plans to develop a distinct tourism identity for the Lau Group.Deputy Prime Minister and Mi

Tourism

12 days ago

JSC has confirmed no role in Rokoika appointment - Clarke

The counsel for former Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica, Wylie Clarke has told the court he has received confirmation from the Judicial Services Commission that the

Court Feature

12 days ago

Coral Coast 7s: Yaro Chiefs to Meet Ravuka Sharks in Men’s final

The stage is set for an epic finish at the McDonald’s Coral Coast Fiji 7s this afternoon at Lawaqa Park, with all three finals confirmed across the Men’s, Youth, and

Coral-Coast-7s

12 days ago

Concerns raised over rising hit-and-run cases, police call for driver responsibility

Concerns are being raised over the increasing number of hit-and-run cases, with Acting Deputy Police Commissioner Aporosa Lutunauga urging the public and drivers to take

Police

12 days ago

Supporting women fishers strengthens families and future generations

Over 50 percent of coastal fisheries users and more than 90 percent of freshwater resource users are women, highlighting the critical role women fishers play in food secu

Women-Empowerment

12 days ago

Visually impaired users struggle with new banknotes

A note identifier card is set to be introduced as an interim measure to help persons with visual impairment distinguish between Fiji’s new banknotes. The development

Money RBF

12 days ago

Coral Coast 7s: Police Blue to take on Yaro Chiefs while Mike Friday Select face Ravuka Sharks in the semis

The men’s semi-final matchups are locked in at the McDonald’s Coral Coast Fiji 7s, with four top sides set to clash at Lawaqa Park this afternoon.In the first semi fi

Coral-Coast-7s Feature

12 days ago

Lakeba Airport runway expansion considered to boost Lau tourism

The Government is exploring the expansion of Lakeba Airport’s runway to accommodate an ATR-42 aircraft as part of broader efforts to boost connectivity and sustainable

Airport Transportation

12 days ago

Harry Styles confirms new album 'Kiss All The Time', set for March release

The wait is over for Harry Styles fans.He he has announced his return to music.The pop star has been teasing fans since December with cryptic messages, mysterious web

Entertainment

12 days ago

TSLS launches self-service guarantor delisting kiosks at Nadi Airport

The Tertiary Scholarships and Loans Service has launched two new Self-Service Guarantor Delisting Kiosks at the International Arrivals Concourse at Nadi International Air

TSLS

12 days ago

Ageing fleet and rising costs threaten Fiji’s inter-island transport

Ageing vessels and skyrocketing costs are putting Fiji’s inter-island transport network under serious strain, raising alarms about the future of the nation’s maritime

Feature Transportation

12 days ago

New evacuation centre to safeguard Maumi Village from disasters

Residents of Maumi Village in Bau, Tailevu, now have a safe and accessible refuge during disasters following the opening of a new multi-purpose evacuation centre, which w

Evacuation-centre Weather

12 days ago

16/01/2026

6 in custody including 4 South American nationals after seizure of more than 100 bags of cocaine

Four South American nationals and two Fijians are in police custody following an early morning drug raid in Vatia waters, north of Viti Levu, between Ba and Tavua.Commiss

Police

13 days ago

New $7M project aims to strengthen women’s resilience in the Pacific

Oxfam in the Pacific has today launched the Pacific Oceanic Women Enhancing Resilience Project and has received $7 million from the Government of Canada to assist women a

Government

13 days ago

500 EFL workers threaten strike action in Feb, EFL silent

About 500 workers of Energy Fiji Limited could go on strike on the 15th of February as the Construction Energy and Timber Workers Union of Fiji has issued a strike notice

EFL

13 days ago

Three juveniles identified for Nabua motorcycle incident

Three juveniles aged 15 and 13 have been identified for allegedly throwing water at a motorcyclist, resulting in an accident in Nabua on Wednesday.Police say they are bel

Hospital

13 days ago

Investigation ongoing for Walu Bay fuel spill

Outgoing Minister for Environment and Climate Change Mosese Bulitavu says the investigation into the fuel leak at Walu Bay that happened earlier this month is still ongoi

Environment

13 days ago

296 lives lost on Fiji’s roads in five years

296 people have died on Fiji’s roads over the past five years.Acting Deputy Police Commissioner Aporosa Lutunauga presented the figures at the National Transport Infras

Accident

13 days ago

Alleged Top Shop robbery case sent back to Magistrates Court

The case of alleged Raiwai Top Shop robbers has been transferred back to the Magistrates Court by High Court Judge Justice Daniel Goundar.23-year-old Lagani Rabukawaqa an

Courts

13 days ago

Singh hands over farmer grants in final act as Sugar Industry Minister

Minister for Multi-Ethnic Affairs and Sugar Industry Charan Jeath Singh, today handed over the New Farmers and Lease Renewal Grant to 16 sugarcane farmers in the Northern

Sugar Sugar-Cane-Growers-Council

13 days ago

$200 Back-to-School payments begin for 185,000 students

Around 185,000 students will be paid in the first batch this afternoon as the Ministry of Finance begins rolling out the $200 Back-to-School Assistance for the 2026 schoo

Education

13 days ago

Fiji sets national direction for ocean economy with Blue Economy Framework

The Cabinet has endorsed the Fiji Blue Economy Framework 2025 to 2035, setting a national policy direction for sustainable, inclusive, and climate-resilient development o

Environment

13 days ago

Remanded alleged murderer Rihaal Kumar fails to appear in court

A production order has been issued by the Suva High Court for 18-year-old high school student, Rihaal Kumar, who allegedly murdered Sharuf Shaakir Khan at a Suva apartmen

Court Police

13 days ago

Canada opens High Commission in Suva

It is a historic day as Canada has opened a High Commission in Suva today.There are around 25,000 Canadians of Fiji birth and more than 125,000 people of Fijian ancestry

Feature Government

13 days ago

Two drivers and a passenger injured in head-on collision in Pacific Harbour

Three people including two drivers and a passenger were rushed to Navua hospital this morning after their vehicles had a head-on collision in Pacific Harbour. Their cond

Accident

13 days ago

Traffic congestion a major concern in urban areas - LTA Chair

Despite Fiji having more than 6,000 kilometres of roads, traffic congestion remains a growing concern, particularly along major urban corridors.Land Transport Authority C

Feature LTA Roads

13 days ago

Body of 65-year-old recovered in Bua, search continues for missing Sigatoka man

The body of the 65-year-old man from Cogea Village in Bua who was swept away by strong currents while trying to cross a swollen river on Monday afternoon, has been found.

Feature Police

13 days ago

Judicial Services Commission withdraws advertisement for FICAC Commissioner

The Judicial Services Commission has withdrawn their advertisement inviting applications for the position of Commissioner of the Fiji Independent Commission Against Corru

Court FICAC

13 days ago

PM in NZ to undergo medical review of an old injury

Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka is in New Zealand to undergo a scheduled medical review of an old injury from his rugby days. A government statement says Rabuka is accom

Government

13 days ago

Back to School Assistance payments begin today

Back to School Assistance payments for the 2026 school year will begin today, with $40 million allocated for the programme in the 2025–2026 National Budget.Minister fo

Education

13 days ago

Flash Flood and Heavy Rain Warnings remain in force across Fiji

A Flash Flood Warning remains in effect for Tavua, Rakiraki, Tailevu, the interior of Naitasiri to Nausori and Suva, and the whole of Vanua Levu, while a Flash Flood Ale

Weather

13 days ago

Free screenings of award-winning films mark launch of Indian Film Festival

You can watch award winning Indian films Uri: The Surgical Strike and Major at the Life Cinema Nakasi for free as the Indian Film Festival has officially launched.The fes

Entertainment

13 days ago

15/01/2026

UTOF pays out $8.349 million in dividends to 108,000 account holders

Good news as Unit Trust of Fiji has today processed and paid out a total of $8.349 million in dividends to 108,000 account holders across the country.UTOF Chair, Lavinia

Unit-Trust-of-Fiji

14 days ago

Drug and gang accused in Australia, Buadomo and Vatuwaqa remain in custody

Two men Cyprian Buadomo and Aisea Vatuwaqa who were charged by NSW Police after a drug raid in Sydney in October last year, remain in custody and will reappear in the Loc

Drugs

14 days ago

Family in Nakasi seeks justice over treatment at Nakasi Health Centre

A family in Nakasi is seeking justice after their family members were allegedly not accorded proper medical assistance after visiting the Nakasi Health Centre, and they c

Hospital Feature

14 days ago

PS Justice Kuruleca to be part time Acting PS for Women

Permanent Secretary for Justice, Selina Kuruleca will assume responsibility as Acting Permanent Secretary for Women, Children and Social Protection on a part-time basis f

Government

14 days ago

PS Fisheries reassigned as Head of Fiji Learning Institute for Public Service

Permanent Secretary for Fisheries and Forestry, Atelaite Rokosuka has been reassigned as the Head of Fiji Learning Institute for Public Service from this week.Rokosuka wa

Feature Fisheries-and-Forestry

14 days ago

Pacific Polytech Chair rejects Maharaj’s call to halt funding

Following a call by Opposition MP Alvick Maharaj to halt future grants to Pacific Polytech, and allegations regarding staff pay, Pacific Polytech Chair, Do

Education

14 days ago

PRF raises concerns over proposed Waste-to-Energy plant in Vuda

The Pacific Recycling Foundation is calling for transparency on how recycling will be prioritised under the proposed Waste-to-Energy project at Vuda Point.PRF Founder Ami

PRF

14 days ago

Online Safety Commission calls for responsible posting amid Miss Fiji Pageant concerns

People are being urged not to engage in online interactions or post content or comments that may cause serious emotional distress to another individual.The Online Safety

OnlineSafetyCommission

14 days ago

Flagstaff drug accused Yin Qing Qing to be sentenced next Tuesday

Flagstaff drug accused, Yin Qing Qing will be sentenced next Tuesday in the Suva Magistrates Court.She is charged with being in possession of property suspected to be pro

Court Feature

14 days ago

Fiji and India strengthen ties through trade, IT and support for farmers

India is deepening its engagement with Fiji across key areas such as trade, investment, information technology and agriculture, with a strong focus on research-based coop

Government

14 days ago

Govt condemns Kulukulu Ram Mandir alleged sacrilege

As police investigate an alleged case of vandalism and sacrilege at the Kulukulu Ram Mandir in Sigatoka, calls are being made to uphold Fiji’s long-stand

Government Religion

14 days ago

Aisea Toribau rebuilds his life after prison through the support and love of his mum and dad

A single mistake does not have to define a lifetime, a message powerfully reflected in the story of Aisea Toribau, a young Fijian who has rebuilt his life through account

Feature Straight-Talk

14 days ago

Flood and Heavy Rain Warnings remain in place for Fiji

A Flood Warning remains in force for all low lying flood prone areas adjacent to and downstream of Wailevu River in Macuata, while a Flash Flood Warning remains for the w

Flooding Weather

14 days ago

Legend FM supports 5 boys from Moana St Clare Hostel with back-to-school supplies

Legend FM through the Communications Fiji Limited Foundation has provided timely support to the Moana St Clare Boys Hostel in Nakasi, donating back-to-school stationery a

CFL Feature

14 days ago

New vehicle from Kontiki Finance to strengthen Fiji Cancer Society’s community outreach

Kontiki Finance has continued its long-standing partnership with the Fiji Cancer Society by donating a fully maintained vehicle to support the organisation’s outreach p

Cancer-Society Kontiki-Finance

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Lateef bailed for $500 by Suva Court

Suva lawyer, Shazran Abdul Lateef has been released on a $500 bail and will front the court again on February 17th.Lateef is charged with possession of illicit drugs.He a

Court

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Fiji among 75 countries facing U.S immigrant visa suspension

Fiji is one of 75 countries whose nationals will see their applications for immigrant visas temporarily suspended by the United States. US Department officials announced

Feature VISA

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Dhurandhar becomes highest-grossing Indian film in North America

Ranveer Singh’s espionage thriller Dhurandhar has become the highest-grossing Indian film in North America, surpassing the nine-year-old record held by SS Rajamouli’s

Entertainment

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Cancer affects Fijians every day of the year, not just in October - Chan

Cancer affects Fijians every day of the year, not just in October, and this misconception is one of the biggest challenges facing the Fiji Cancer Society.Speaking to fiji

Cancer-Society

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Flood Warning now in force for Wailevu River in Macuata

A Flood Warning is now in force for all low lying flood prone areas adjacent to and downstream of Wailevu River in Macuata, while a Heavy Rain Warning remains in force fo

Weather

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WATCH: From Prison Walls to Graduation at FNU – Aisea Toribau on fijivillage Straight Talk

From prison walls to graduating at Fiji National University, Aisea Toribau appeared on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan. At a period when many young people ac

Straight-Talk

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