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27/11/2025

Radrodro stresses teachers can report incidents to police following case of female teacher harassed by school manager

Education Minister, Aseri Radrodro stresses that teachers can report incidents to the police for assistance following Opposition MP Hem Chand's comments in Parliament tha

8 days ago

Hardware Director convicted for breaching consumer rights, and fined by the Court $2,000 and $2,470 in compensation

The Director of a hardware company has been convicted for breaching consumer rights by accepting payment without being able to supply the goods within a reasonable timefr

FCCC Court

8 days ago

Jacinta Patrick awarded Lion of the Lord award at Church College Fiji

Church College Fiji celebrated its outstanding students, with Year 13 graduate Jacinta Patrick — who is originally from Rabi Island — receiving the esteemed Lion of t

Education

8 days ago

Medical expert calls for more trainings to identify victims of violence

Medical Services Pacific Acting Country Director, Dr Kesaia Tuidraka Robinson has called on the need for increased training and capacity development for healthcare worker

Medical-Services-Pacific

8 days ago

44 dead, 279 missing in Hong Kong apartment block fire

44 people have been killed in a major fire engulfing apartment blocks in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong, with 279 people unaccounted for. According to BBC News, thre

World-News

8 days ago

Opposition MP Ketan Lal apologises for controversial social media post

Opposition Member of Parliament, Ketan Lal has apologised for a social media post he shared that caused concern among some Members of Parliament and members of the public

Parliament

8 days ago

Govt considering increased penalties for drug offences as 65% of arrests involve youths aged 18–35

The government is looking at increasing penalties for drug offences, with the most affected age group being Fijians between 18 and 35 years, who account for 65 percent of

Parliament Drugs

8 days ago

44 dead, 279 missing in Hong Kong apartment block fire

44 people have been killed in a major fire engulfing apartment blocks in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong, with 279 people unaccounted for. According to BBC News, thre

World-News

8 days ago

Psych evaluation delays bail decision in alleged murder of 86-year-old

The bail hearing for Charles Laxton Sundar, who allegedly killed his 86-year-old grandfather in Navokadamu Settlement in Lutu, Wainibuka, will be heard on the 11th of nex

Court

8 days ago

Service Delivery Protocol will ensure gender based violence survivors receive support - Kiran

Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Sashi Kiran has stressed that the review and validation of the Service Delivery Protocol ensures no gender based viole

Gender-Based -Violence

8 days ago

Rabuka to appear before the Truth and Reconciliation Commission tomorrow

Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka will appear before the Truth and Reconciliation Commission tomorrow. Rabuka confirmed this to fijivillage News when we asked him whethe

Truth-Reconciliation Feature

8 days ago

Employers want more consultations in good faith on Employment Relations Bill

The Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation is calling for more consultations in good faith on the Employment Relations Bill. During a special fijivillage Straight Talk

Straight-Talk Feature

8 days ago

Flash Flood Warning for Viti Levu and Vanua Levu now downgraded to an alert

A Flash Flood Warning that was previously in force for low-lying and flood-prone areas in the southern and eastern parts of Viti Levu from Serua-Namosi, Suva-Nausori, Tai

Weather Rain

8 days ago

Ketan Lal awaits outcome of Police investigation

Opposition MP Ketan Lal says he will await the outcome of the Police investigation launched against him for allegedly inciting communal antagonism. Speaking to fijivil

Police

8 days ago

Government will not hire drafters just to fast-track Bills - Turaga

The Government says it will not recruit legislative drafters solely to fast-track the drafting of Bills, stressing that its priority is long-term capacity building, profe

Parliament

8 days ago

MPs welcome reform but demand clarity as Education Bill heads to Parliamentary Committee review

Parliament has unanimously agreed to refer the Education Bill 2025 to the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Justice, Law and Human Rights, following a wide-ranging deba

Parliament Education Feature

8 days ago

Consumers to be more cautious when purchasing during the period of heavy rain and flooding - Consumer Council

People are urged to exercise extra caution when making purchases during the ongoing heavy rainfall and flooding affecting parts of the country. The Consumer Council of

Consumer-Council

8 days ago

BBC Media Action research reveals cost of living is the top national concern, followed by crime, safety, and issues related to alcohol and drugs

The latest BBC Media Action research reveals that cost of living is the top national concern, followed closely by crime, safety, and issues related to alcohol and drugs.

Media

8 days ago

Assistant Minister Kumar confirms report filed against Ketan Lal for allegedly inciting communal antagonism

Assistant Minister for Multi Ethnic Affairs, Shalen Kumar confirms that they have filed a report against Opposition MP, Ketan Lal for allegedly inciting communal antagoni

Government Feature

8 days ago

Flash Flood Warning remains for eastern Viti Levu and whole of Vanua Levu

A Flash Flood Warning remains in force for low-lying and flood-prone areas in the southern and eastern parts of Viti Levu, from Serua–Namosi, Suva–Nausori, Tailevu an

Weather Flood

8 days ago

26/11/2025

WATCH: Special fijivillage Straight Talk on Employment Relations Bill

After months of opposing views and public debate on the Employment Relations Bill, a special fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan. The guests will be Deputy Se

Straight-Talk

9 days ago

All Northern Division schools will be closed today - Radrodro

All schools in the Northern Division will be closed today to allow families in affected areas sufficient time to clean up following the recent heavy rain and flash floodi

Education Feature

9 days ago

Never again should the army shake the nation - Ro Teimumu urges RFMF

Burebasaga Confederacy paramount chief, Na Marama Bale Na Roko Tui Dreketi Ro Teimumu Kepa has urged the RFMF that nothing should happen in the future where the Army will

RFMF Feature

9 days ago

RFMF Commander says breaking the cycle of military intervention is an absolute imperative for a stable, prosperous, and united Fiji

Republic of Fiji Military Forces Commander, Major General Jone Kalouniwai stresses that breaking the cycle of military intervention is an absolute imperative for a stable

RFMF Feature

9 days ago

Major overhaul of FNPF Act set to begin in 2026, completion targeted for 2027

The Fiji National Provident Fund (FNPF) Act 2011, is now set for a comprehensive overhaul, with consultants scheduled to begin work in April next year and the reform proc

FNPF Parliament

9 days ago

Man who murdered his one-year-old stepson to be sentenced on Monday

Sairusi Ceinaturaga, who was convicted earlier this week of murdering his one-year-old stepson in Cunningham last year, will be sentenced on Monday, where the State is ca

Court

9 days ago

Flash Flood Warning in force for low-lying and flood-prone areas in Fiji

A Flash Flood Warning is now in force for low-lying and flood-prone areas in Fiji. The Nadi Weather Office says a Heavy Rain Warning remains in force for the country.

Flooding Weather

9 days ago

Education Minister clarifies TELS and TSLS debt concerns

Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro has clarified concerns regarding the increased amounts owed by recipients of the Tertiary Education Loans Scheme (TELS) and the Ter

Parliament Education

9 days ago

RFMF Officers prepare for GCC arrival at QEB for matanigasau presentation

Officers from the Republic of the Fiji Military Forces have gathered at Queen Elizabeth Barracks in Nabua to be part of the matanigasau presentation to the Great Council

RFMF GCC Feature

9 days ago

Flash Flood Warning in force for low-lying and flood-prone areas in Fiji

A Flash Flood Warning is now in force for low-lying and flood-prone areas in Fiji. The Nadi Weather Office says a Heavy Rain Warning remains in force for the country.

Flooding Weather

9 days ago

Mother sentenced to life in prison for New Zealand's 'suitcase murders'

A mother who murdered her two children and stuffed them into suitcases stashed inside a storage locker has been sentenced to life imprisonment in New Zealand. Hakyung

abc-news

9 days ago

FRCS reminds all individuals and businesses for mandatory requirement of TIN for registering Mobile Wallet

Fijians are reminded that a valid Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) is now a mandatory requirement when registering for a Mobile Wallet account. The FRCS reminds al

FRCS

9 days ago

Existing waste management requires significant upgrades - Bulitavu

Our existing waste management system requires significant upgrades. Minister for Environment Mosese Bulitavu highlighted this during his Ministerial Statement in Parli

Parliament Environment

9 days ago

8-year-old Kairvi masters identifying colours with blindfold through Brighter Minds Aplha Program

Eight-year-old Kairvi Kahar Chand of Swami Shraddanand Memorial School in Nabua is now able to identify different colours, engage in colouring activities, describe a pers

Children

9 days ago

Qualitative data from BBC Media Action Research reveals that fijivillage is regarded as one of the most trusted news sources in Fiji

Qualitative data from this year's BBC Media Action Research reveals that fijivillage is regarded as one of the most trusted news sources in Fiji. The independent surve

Media CFL Feature

9 days ago

Trashboom barrier installed at Samabula River to stop waste entering the ocean

Fiji’s waterways and marine life are expected to benefit from a new environmental project following the installation of a Trashboom barrier at Bailey Bridge on the Sama

Environment

9 days ago

Suva Man Recovers from Heart Blockages at PSH Hospitals

After enduring months of pain, fear, and waiting, 58-year-old Harish Chand from Suva finally found relief and a new lease on life at PSH Hospitals in Nadi without having

Four roads closed in Viti Levu while 34 in Vanua Levu

34 roads in Vanua Levu and four in Viti Levu are currently closed due to the recent heavy rains affecting the country. The Fiji Roads Authority say Nadelei 4th Crossin

Roads

9 days ago

Digital violence demands urgent national attention - NFP

Digital violence, which includes harassment, stalking, exploitation and intimidation, is real, harmful and demands urgent national attention. The National Federation P

NFP Digital Violence

9 days ago

GCC to push for tougher penalties for rapists and sexual offenders

The Great Council of Chiefs (GCC) will advocate for harsher penalties for rapists and sexual offenders as concerns grow over the rising severity of such crimes in Fiji.

GCC Feature

9 days ago

23-year-old Mani missing after leaving home for shopping on Monday

Police are seeking the assistance of the public in locating 23-year-old Sonam Sweta Mani of Mulomulo, Nadi. Police say Mani left home for shopping on Monday and did no

Police

9 days ago

Flash Flood Warning in force for parts of Vanua Levu and Taveuni

A Flash Flood Warning remains in force for low-lying and flood-prone areas in Labasa, Wailevu, Vunivesi, Savusavu, Bucaisau, Drawa, Nabalebale, Nakorotari, Nasekula, Bati

Weather

9 days ago

Flash Flood Warning remains for parts of Vanua Levu and Taveuni

A Flash Flood Warning remains in force for low-lying and flood-prone areas in Labasa, Wailevu, Vunivesi, Savusavu, Bucaisau, Drawa, Nabalebale, Nakorotari, Nasekula, Bati

Weather Flooding

9 days ago

A man interviewed in relation to hit and run case fatal accident on Saturday

A man has been interviewed in connection with the hit-and-run accident that caused the death of Suva women’s football player Vane Lolo Tukania. Police say the questi

Police

9 days ago

GCC Chair: Viral erotic dance video disgusting and embarrassing

Great Council of Chiefs Chairman, Ratu Viliame Seruvakula has condemned a viral social media video showing a man and woman dancing erotically during a iTaukei celebration

GCC Feature

9 days ago

25/11/2025

Rabi hosts its first-ever High Court sitting

Rabi hosted its first-ever High Court sitting, marking a landmark moment in the nation’s judicial history. This inaugural sitting represents a major step toward brin

Court

10 days ago

RFMF to present matanigasau to GCC seeking forgiveness for 2006 events

The Republic of the Fiji Military Forces will present a matanigasau (traditional apology) to the Great Council of Chiefs tomorrow at the RFMF Headquarters in Nabua, seeki

GCC

10 days ago

Nacula Villagers in Labasa prepare for evacuation as flooding worsens

Residents of Nacula Village in Labasa are preparing to move to an evacuation centre after heavy rain caused water levels to rise rapidly into their compounds. Speaking

Flooding

10 days ago

Housing Authority aims to deliver 2,873 housing units and 2,621 serviced lots by 2029 - Nalumisa

By 2029, the Housing Authority is expected to strengthen home ownership and deliver 2,873 housing units and 2,621 serviced lots. These figures were shared today by the

Housing

10 days ago

Radrodro says year 9 enrolment levy placed by MGM High School is voluntary not compulsory

Education Minister, Aseri Radrodro stresses that the Year 9 enrolment levy imposed by MGM High School is voluntary and not compulsory. This is after Opposition MP Alvi

Education

10 days ago

Kiran says male support programmes needed, not a Department for Men

Responding to calls for a government-funded Department for Men, Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection Sashi Kiran says the real need lies in building strong

Social-Welfare

10 days ago

Tagane Mai Program needs Govt support on a bigger scale - Morrison

We want the government to come on board on a bigger scale to support initiatives such as Inspire Pacific's Tagane Mai Program to develop young, responsible and caring men

Straight-Talk

10 days ago

All Northern Division schools to close today - Radrodro

All schools in the Northern Division will be closed today due to the worsening weather conditions affecting the region. Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro says thi

Education Feature

10 days ago

Church College's Mingzhong Yu awarded 2025 Valedictorian Award

Year 13 student Mingzhong Yu has received the 2025 Valedictorian Award, the highest academic honour in the Church College Fiji Hall of Excellence. He says that it has

LDS-Fiji

10 days ago

Seruiratu refuses to reveal which party he will join for next general elections

As the country prepares for the next general elections, Opposition Leader Inia Seruiratu has refused to confirm which political party he is associated with for the next p

Parliament

10 days ago

Seruiratu refuses to reveal which party he will join for next general elections

As the country prepares for the next general elections, Opposition Leader Inia Seruiratu has refused to confirm which political party he is associated with for the next p

Parliament

10 days ago

Fiji's pineapple export to NZ looks positive - Tunabuna

Fijian pineapples are attracting strong interest in New Zealand, with consumers praising their exceptional sweetness, reportedly surpassing that of locally grown pineappl

Business

10 days ago

Death toll rises to 41 in central Vietnam flooding, more heavy rain forecast

The death toll from a new barrage of torrential rain, flooding and landslides in central Vietnam since the weekend has risen to 41, state media reported on Thursday. R

World-News

10 days ago

Australian doctors visit rare PNG conjoined twins to assess options

A team of specialised doctors from Sydney has flown to Papua New Guinea to determine whether a rare set of conjoined twins can be surgically separated. The brothers, T

World-News

10 days ago

Climate Talk Fiji report exposes hidden costs of displacement

A new report and documentary were launched yesterday showing how climate change is forcing Fijian communities to relocate, causing damage to homes and the loss of culture

Women Government

10 days ago

Bail ruling for Choi, Baules and Delai facing meth possession charges to be delivered on Friday

The bail ruling for Gina Choi, Lagomacino Baules, and Peniasi Delai, who are jointly charged with the unlawful possession of 0.345 grams of methamphetamine, will be deliv

Court

10 days ago

Commissioner Northern advises people to prioritise safety but schools remain open in the North

With more rain expected, people are being advised by Commissioner Northern, Uraia Rainima, to prioritise safety and take proactive measures in the North. Schools in th

Weather Feature

10 days ago

Rabuka calls for review of police procedures after journalist assault yesterday

Following the violent assault on Fijian journalist Apenisa Waqairadovu outside the courthouse yesterday, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says there needs to be a change in

Police FMA

10 days ago

Aircraft Maintenance Organisation Certificate for air service operator and training school not renewed after repeated and serious non-compliances - Gavoka

Our future pilots must learn within a system that upholds international norms as aviation is an unforgiving domain, there is no margin for error. Deputy Prime Minister

Fiji-Airports-Limited

10 days ago

Ministry of Information clarifies that PM did not deliver any opening speech at the GCC meeting

The Ministry of Information has clarified that Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka did not deliver any opening speech at the Great Council of Chiefs meeting today. The Min

GCC Feature

10 days ago

One in 6 women were sexually abused as a child before the age of 15 – Kiran

Alarming statistics have been revealed by the Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection Sashi Kiran, as one in six women who were reportedly sexually abused as c

Women Children Feature

10 days ago

PM says violence against women is a national crisis that diminishes all of us

The Fiji National Action Plan to Prevent Violence Against All Women and Girls (NAP) is an action plan to stop the violence before it starts. Prime Minister, Sitiveni R

Social-Welfare Women

10 days ago

Colo Bridge in Seaqaqa flooded after heavy rain this morning

The Colo Bridge in Seaqaqa is flooded, affecting people living in the Navudi, Navai, Vunivere and Rokosalate areas who use the bridge to access Labasa Town. 60-year-ol

Flooding

10 days ago

Several roads closed in Northern Division following heavy rain

Following recent heavy rain, several roads and crossings in the Northern Division have been flooded and are currently inaccessible. The Fiji Roads Authority have urged

Weather

10 days ago

Bollywood mourns legend Dharmendra’s passing at 89

Bollywood is mourning after the death of veteran actor Dharmendra, who passed away yesterday in Mumbai at the age of 89, just days before his 90th birthday. He was fon

Entertainment

10 days ago

Flash Flood Warning remains for several areas in Northern Division

A Flash Flood Warning remains in force for low-lying and flood-prone areas in Labasa, and has been expanded to include Tabia, Wainikoro, Wailevu, Vunivesi, Savusavu, Buca

Weather Flooding Feature

10 days ago

24/11/2025

Naivalurua calls on COMPOL to implement protective measures for journalists outside all courts

Minister for Policing and Communications, Ioane Naivalurua has called on the Commissioner of Police to immediately strengthen police presence and protective measures for

Police FMA Feature

11 days ago

Mother of Marist Dux: Isoa has always made us proud

The mother of Marist Brothers High School Dux, Lela Rawaidrau Dakunimata says her son Isoa Tute Dakunimata’s achievements have always been a source of pride for their f

MBHS Feature

11 days ago

Bollywood icon Dharmendra passes away at 89

Veteran actor Dharmendra, fondly known as Bollywood’s He-Man, has passed away at the age of 89 today. The legendary star died at his Juhu residence in Mumbai, after

Entertainment

11 days ago

Acting COMPOL orders back handcuffing rule after violent attack on reporter

I will direct operations to have everyone appearing in court to be handcuffed from the back. This has been announced by Acting Commissioner of Police Aporosa Lutunauga

Police FMA Feature

11 days ago

Great Council of Chiefs meeting set for tomorrow

The Great Council of Chiefs will convene its meeting at 8:30am tomorrow at the GCC Complex in Suva. Itaukei Affairs representative, Alipate Natoba says representatives

GCC

11 days ago

Bail denied for Ratu Lote and Lubi, who are facing drug-related charges

The Suva Magistrates Court has denied bail for Ratu Lote Lewaivuna and Sevuloni Lubi, who are jointly charged with two counts of unlawful possession of illicit drugs and

Court Police

11 days ago

Sugar Minister says Chaudhry suggested for Lautoka Mill closure Chaudhry says he suggested this for the future

Minister for Sugar, Charan Jeath Singh has criticised National Farmers Union General Secretary, Mahendra Chaudhry over comments made during the Fiji Sugar Corporation’s

Sugar

11 days ago

FMA again calls for greater security after FBC journalist violently attacked outside courtroom by an accused

The Fijian Media Association is once again strongly demanding that Police be more vigilant in managing security and threats outside the courthouse after another Fijian jo

FMA Police Court Feature

11 days ago

Radrodro reiterates that school levies are not required for enrolment

Minister for Education Aseri Radrodro has reaffirmed that schools cannot impose compulsory charges for student enrolment, following reports that a Suva based school reque

Parliament Education

11 days ago

Social media trends driving dangerous spike in teen online abuse

Online sexual abuse of children is becoming ever more closely linked to offline exploitation, with social media trends fuelling a rise in the sharing of explicit images a

Social-Media Feature

11 days ago

Bail denied for Matadigo who is linked to alleged 4.7kg methamphetamine importation

Bail has been denied for 36-year-old Alipate Matadigo, who is charged in connection with the alleged importation of 4.7 kilograms of methamphetamine in September this yea

Court

11 days ago

From struggles to success: Asaeli Nasau overcomes hardship to graduate from Fulton

Asaeli Noalau Nasau did not let the fact that he grew up as the son of a farmer and flower arranger deter him from dreaming big. Nasau, who is from Naraiyawa Village i

Education

11 days ago

Dakunimata earns dux award, aims for aviation or medicine

Marist Brothers High School Head Boy, Isoa Tute Dakunimata, has received the Dux Award for Year 13 students after achieving the highest mark of 373 out of 400 in the annu

Education Feature

11 days ago

LAGI 2025 Fiji Exhibition will boost climate resilience and sustainable tourism - Gavoka

Fiji is the first Pacific Island nation to host the prestigious Land Art Generator Initiative (LAGI) Exhibition 2025, a groundbreaking project that blends renewable energ

Parliament

11 days ago

Naivalurua will consider online complaints portal and phone line for complaints against police officers

Minister for Policing, Ioane Naivalurua is seriously considering the establishment of a dedicated online portal and a dedicated telephone line for members of the public t

Police Parliament Feature

11 days ago

Fifty children escape after mass school abduction in Nigeria

A major military-led search is under way in Nigeria for 265 children and 12 teachers still missing after armed men abducted them from St Mary’s School in Papiri, Niger

World-News

11 days ago

Flash Flood Warning now in force for Tavua, Yaqara and Rakiraki River

A Flash Flood Warning is now in force for Northern Viti Levu including Tavua, Yaqara and Rakiraki River while a Flash Flood Alert remains in force for the entire Fiji gro

Weather Rain

11 days ago

Kamikamica's lawyer files application for a permanent stay on his charges in the High Court

Member of Parliament, Manoa Kamikamica's lawyer, Wylie Clarke has filed an application for a permanent stay on his charges in the High Court. The date on when the matt

Kamikamica-FICAC-case Feature

11 days ago

Police and RFMF are united in the fight against drugs and HIV - Acting Commissioner Lutunauga

We are united for victory and stronger together in our fight against pressing challenges, particularly drugs and HIV. Acting Police Commissioner Aporosa Lutunauga high

RFMF Police

11 days ago

NDRMO urges people to stay alert and prepared as Heavy Rain Warning remains in force

The National Disaster Risk Management Office is urging people to remain vigilant and ensure they are fully prepared, as the Heavy Rain Warning continues for Fiji. They

Weather Rain

11 days ago

23/11/2025

Ra Subdivisional Hospital to get 18-berth mortuary

The people of Ra will soon benefit from easier access to essential mortuary services, ending years of long travel for grieving families once a new 18-berth mortuary is co

Hospital

12 days ago

Pacific Recycling Foundation calls for holistic waste management after FRA highlights blocked drains and flooding

The Pacific Recycling Foundation has emphasized the urgent need for a holistic approach to waste management in Fiji, following concerns raised by the Fiji Roads Authority

FRA

12 days ago

First regional giant clam hatchery production training launched at Makogai Island

Government has launched the inaugural regional training on giant clam hatchery production at the Makogai Mariculture Research Centre, a milestone aimed at strengthening s

SPC

12 days ago

54% of our population are 30 years and younger, majority are coup babies - Duituturaga

54 percent of our population are 30 years and younger, and we have a majority population of coup-babies. Those are the words of Governance Specialist Emele Duituturaga

Dialogue-Fiji Feature

12 days ago

Heavy Rain Warning remains in force for Fiji

A Heavy Rain Warning remains in force for the entire Fiji group. The Weather Office says an active trough of low pressure, with associated cloud, showers and rain, is

Weather

12 days ago

Fiji Airways is celebrating over a decade since its rebrand by unveiling new brand anthem

Fiji Airways has launched a new brand anthem, Welcome to our Home on Fiji Day, celebrating more than a decade of its rebranding. The anthem captures the true spirit of Fi

Fiji-Airways Feature

12 days ago

2025 Prime Minister’s international business awards gala tickets sold out as excitement peaks

Excitement has reached an all-time high as the 2025 Prime Minister’s International Business Awards Gala tickets have officially sold out, reflecting the strong momentum

Business

12 days ago

FWCC warns that justice system is failing women, allowing violence to go unpunished

The Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre says Fiji’s justice system is failing women and girls, allowing widespread impunity for perpetrators of violence, largely due to system

FWCC

12 days ago

Fiji marks Sai Baba's 100th birth anniversary with call for unity and service

Sri Sathya Sai Baba’s 100th birth anniversary was marked in Fiji with renewed calls to live by his message of unity, selfless service, and spiritual growth, values that

Religion

12 days ago

370 graduate from Fulton Adventist University

A total of 370 students graduated from Fulton Adventist University today, marking a significant milestone for the institution and its graduates. These 370 graduates ar

Education

12 days ago

New teachers' quarters for Soloira District School in Naitasiri

The new teachers’quarters at Soloira District School in Naitasiri will provide much-needed housing for educators, helping to attract and retain staff and improve learni

Education

12 days ago

Reverend Kolivuso calls for Government ‘Department for Men’ to tackle child abuse perpetrators

I think it’s about time that our political leaders should have the political will to begin a department that deals with men, who are the perpetrators of child sexual ab

Child-Abuse Feature

12 days ago

Domestic airline grounded after Aircraft Maintenance Organisation Certificate not renewed by CAAF

A domestic airline based in Nadi has been grounded after their Aircraft Maintenance Organisation Certificate issued under the Air Navigation Regulations Part 145C which e

Airport

12 days ago

Dr Nakarawa tells Tribunal he acted lawfully, and the suspension process was politically influenced

The Constitutional Offices Commission Tribunal hearing allegations of misbehaviour against suspended Commissioner of the Fiji Corrections Service, Dr. Jalesi Nakarawa has

Court

12 days ago

Heavy Rain Warning in force for Fiji

A Heavy Rain Warning is now in force for the entire Fiji group. The Nadi Weather Office says an active trough of low pressure, with associated cloud, showers, and rain

Weather

12 days ago

Labasa Airport to close temporarily for runway upgrade works

Labasa Airport will be closed from 16 February to 27 March 2026 to allow critical runway pavement strengthening works. Fiji Airports says the upgrade is essential for

Labasa Airport

12 days ago

19-year-old Jedidiah Maraiwai reported missing — Police call for information

Police are asking for the public’s help in finding 19-year-old Jedidiah Rawiri Maraiwai, who was last seen on Wednesday and has been reported missing by his family.

Police

12 days ago

22/11/2025

Planned power outage for Nadi to Lomawai tomorrow from 4.30am to 6pm

There is a planned power outage tomorrow for people lving along Queens Road from Nadi to Lomawai from 4.30am to 6pm tomorrow. Energy Fiji Limited has planned maintenan

EFL

13 days ago

Heavy Rain Alert remains in force for Eastern Viti Levu, Southern Bua, Cakaudrove, Taveuni and maritime areas

A Heavy Rain Alert remains in force for the eastern half of Viti Levu, covering areas from Serua-Namosi to Navua-Suva-Nausori, Tailevu-Naitasiri-Ra, southern Bua, Cakaudr

Weather

13 days ago

Jennifer Lopez arrives in India to perform at high-profile wedding

Jennifer Lopez has arrived in Udaipur, India, to attend and perform at the lavish wedding of Netra Mantena, daughter of US-based billionaire Rama Raju Mantena. Mantena

Entertainment

13 days ago

Great opportunity to finish season on a high - Byrne

With a few hours to go before their final Autumn Nations game against Spain, FIJI Water Flying Fijians Coach Mick Byrne says this game is a great opportunity for them to

Flying-Fijians

13 days ago

Why UK Foreign Office has Fiji in the list of countries that has risks of methanol poisoning when no confirmed cases here?

Questions are being raised by many people on why the United Kingdom Foreign Office has Fiji in the list of countries that has risks of methanol poisoning from tainted alc

Government Featue

13 days ago

Lupus Foundation and Lupus Warriors of Fiji host Fundraising Christmas Market Day to raise essential funds and awareness for Lupus patients across the country

The Lupus Foundation of Fiji and the Lupus Warriors of Fiji marked a historic milestone today as they hosted their first-ever Fundraising Christmas Market Day, an event d

Lupus Feature

13 days ago

24 cane farmers in the Western Division receive grants

24 cane farmers in the Western Division have received the New Farmers and Lease Premium Grant under the Government’s New Farmers and Lease Premium Assistance Programme,

Sugar

13 days ago

50 cents soli per family every Sunday and the church is debt free - Turaga

50 cents a family was the soli allocated to the founding families who began the journey at Nasareci Methodist Church in Nepani 50 years ago to begin a journey of faith an

Church Feature

13 days ago

Chadwick Boseman honoured with posthumous star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Friends, family and fans gathered to honour the late Chadwick Boseman receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles. Boseman's “Ma Rainey’s Black B

Entertainment

13 days ago

Heavy Rain Alert remains in force for Eastern Viti Levu, Southern Bua, Cakaudrove, Taveuni and maritime areas

The Nadi Weather Office says a shallow low-pressure system lies along a trough to the northeast of Fiji, which is gradually moving south towards the country. They say

Weather

13 days ago

Keiyasi town development set to improve services for over 6,000 residents

Construction is progressing on the new Keiyasi Town, a major government initiative that marks a historic milestone for the people of Navosa and more than 6,000 residents

Development

13 days ago

Fiji opens first oxygen plant to strengthen healthcare system

Fiji has strengthened its healthcare system by opening its first Oxygen Plant at Bluegas – Petroleum & Gas Company (Fiji) Limited in Vuda Marina, marking an important s

Health

13 days ago

PSC Chairman flags misuse of government vehicles

Concerns have been raised over the misuse of government vehicles following recent accidents involving civil servants.Fiji Public Service Commission (PSC) Chair Luke Rokov

Government Transport Feature

13 days ago

Superman copy found in mum's attic is most valuable comic ever at US$9.12M

While cleaning out their late mother's California attic last Christmas, three brothers made a life-changing discovery under a pile of faded newspapers: one of the first S

World-News

13 days ago

21/11/2025

Proposed NextGen Alliance Party submits application for registration

The Proposed NextGen Alliance Party has submitted its application for registration to the Registrar of Political Parties, Ana Mataiciwa. The submission was brought by

Elections

14 days ago

Fijian Elections Offices launches Institute of Democracy and Electoral Education FEO has revamped website, and new websites for Electoral Commission and IDEE

The Fijian Elections Office has launched the Institute of Democracy and Electoral Education and new Digital Information Platforms aimed at strengthening the organisation�

FEO

14 days ago

Government updated on strengthening national response to online child exploitation to pornography

Minister for Policing and Communications Ioane Naivalurua, together with Permanent Secretary Berenado Daveta, have received a detailed progress briefing from the National

Government

14 days ago

Matanatabu who was taken in for writing letters after 2006 coup wants the perpetrators to be held accountable

Eremasi Matanatabu wants perpetrators to be held accountable for what they have done after he spoke about being taken in for questioning in a military van after the 2006

Truth-Reconciliation

14 days ago

Heavy Rain Alert remains in force for Eastern Viti Levu, Southern Bua, Cakaudrove, Taveuni and maritime areas

A heavy rain alert remains in force for the eastern half of Viti Levu, covering areas from Serua-Namosi to Navua-Suva-Nausori, Tailevu-Naitasiri-Ra, southern Bua, Cakaudr

Weather

14 days ago

Acting AG confirms that there will be a Referendum Bill next month

Acting Attorney General Siromi Turaga has confirmed that a Referendum Bill will be tabled in parliament next month. While responding to questions during the Dialogue F

Constitution

14 days ago

Younger victims, younger offenders : Forensics officer reveals disturbing statistics on child sexual assault

A disturbing surge in child sexual assault cases is emerging from the Fiji Police Force’s Forensics DNA Laboratory, with scientific officer Eta Kedrayate revealing that

Child-Abuse Feature

14 days ago

Fiji Airports Finance Team wins award at Global CFO Awards in Malaysia

Fiji Airports has delivered a major victory for Fiji on the global stage, winning the Best Finance Team Award at the 5th Global CFO and Finance Transformation Conference

Business

14 days ago

Child abusers are despicable - Kiran warns perpetrators

There has to be something very sick in your mind for somebody to be able to prey on their own child or their own nieces or grandchildren. It is very despicable, and you w

Child-Abuse Feature

14 days ago

$10m recycling plant in Wainadoi transforms plastic and tyre waste into fuel oil

Waste management in Fiji has advanced with the commissioning of the country’s first pyrolysis processing plant in Wainadoi by Golden Manufacturers, a $10 million projec

Waste Management

14 days ago

Heavy Rain Alert remains in force for eastern Viti Levu, Southern Bua, Cakaudrove, Taveuni and maritime areas

A heavy rain alert remains in force for the eastern half of Viti Levu, covering areas from Serua-Namosi to Navua-Suva-Nausori, Tailevu-Naitasiri-Ra, southern Bua, Cakaudr

Weather

14 days ago

Nasareci Methodist Church celebrates 50th anniversary in Nepani

The Nasareci Methodist Church will celebrate its 50th anniversary tomorrow in Nepani, honouring the people who have kept the faith and helped shape the community over the

Methodist-Church

14 days ago

Prof. Narsey told not to give any more interviews on electoral reform report

Electoral Reform Commissioner, Professor Wadan Narsey, who had earlier revealed the details of their recommendation in the Electoral Reform Commission Report, says he has

Electoral-Commission Government Feature

14 days ago

Tabuya calls for Fiji to adopt social media ban for under 16s

There is a call for Fiji to follow in Australia’s footsteps by introducing a law that bans social media for children under 16, as a measure to protect them. Minister

Social-Media Feature

14 days ago

Defence says DPP charges all over the place in Ferris wheel death case

Occupational Health and Safety Inspector Ashneel Nath’s lawyer, Karl Jamnadas told the court that there were issues with the charges presented in the Magistrates Court,

Court

14 days ago

Constitution Review must be legitimate in the eyes of all Fijians - AG

Whatever constitutional review we undertake, it must be one that the people of Fiji can trust, and one that is legitimate in their eyes. This is the message from Actin

Constitution Feature

14 days ago

COMPOL urges Lagalaga Sanatan students to value discipline and education

Students of Lagalaga Sanatan Primary School in Labasa have been reminded of the importance of education, discipline and obedience by the Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tu

Education

14 days ago

Heavy Rain Alert remains for Viti Levu, Southern Bua, Cakaudrove, Lau and Lomaiviti Groups

A Heavy Rain Alert remains in force for the Eastern half of Viti Levu from Serua, Namosi through Navua, Suva, Nausori, Tailevu, Naitasiri, Ra, Southern Bua, Cakaudrove, T

Weather

14 days ago

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