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19/07/2024

Paying the bills!

As our parliament sat to review the Budget for the coming year there was much to consider but interestingly there was little discussion on what could be the next big dram

Opinion

8 days ago

Bank of Baroda Fiji donates 10 wheelchairs to CWM Hospital to mark 117th Foundation Day celebration

The Bank of Baroda Fiji today donated 10 wheelchairs to the CWM Hospital as part of its 117th Foundation Day celebration which began today and concludes tomorrow. Chie

Bank-of-Baroda

8 days ago

Joyful day for Yavusa Ravinivatu as two of their sons completes RFMF recruitment training

It was a memorable day for the Yavusa Ravinivatu in the village of Vaturova in Cakaudrove after two of its sons graduated from the Republic of the Fiji Military Forces r

RFMF

8 days ago

Media plays a pivotal and powerful role in exposing corruption - Pulewai

Acting FICAC Deputy Commissioner Francis Pulewai says the media plays a pivotal and powerful role in exposing corruption and instigating legal, political and penal action

FICAC

8 days ago

SCC Management to address overtime pay issues of staff at the Health Depot

The Suva City Council Management had a good discussion this morning with the Fiji Trades Union Congress on the issue raised by the employees of SCC Health Services as to

SCC Feature

8 days ago

Telecom Fiji signs agreement to become the authorized Starlink reseller in the country

Telecom Fiji has signed an agreement with Starlink to leverage its advanced satellite network and become the authorized Starlink reseller in the country, ensuring every b

Telecom-Fiji Starlink

8 days ago

Frank Hilton Organisation aims to collect $300,000 through Amazing Wheelbarrow Race

The Frank Hilton Organisation is aiming to collect $300,000 during the Amazing Wheelbarrow Race which will be held tomorrow at the Albert Park. 23 teams have confirmed

Frank-Hilton-Org

8 days ago

World News: Trump is the Republican Presidential Nominee for December elections

Donald Trump has announced that he is the Republican Presidential Nominee for the December elections. The emotional speech came after his decision earlier in the week

World-News

8 days ago

Suva City Council enforces food safety compliance

Restaurants and local businesses are urged to comply with the Food Safety Act 2023 in their daily operations as certain restaurants in the city were found to be operating

Town-Council

8 days ago

USP conducts free events on drug addiction and recovery

In a step to contribute towards national efforts in the fight against drug abuse, the University of the South Pacific is conducting a series of free events on addiction a

USP

8 days ago

FCCC carries out study on housing sector

As housing is a major concern in the country and options are running out for the younger generation, the FCCC is doing a market sectorial study focusing on the areas of h

FCCC

8 days ago

iTLTB collects more than $1.4M in rent arrears in 3 weeks

The iTaukei Land Trust Board has successfully collected more than $1.4 million over the last three weeks following the launch of a major arrears exercise. iTLTB CEO So

TLTB

8 days ago

Trial date for Punja to be set in August

The trial date for the case of Thakur Punja who was allegedly found with cocaine, methamphetamine and marijuana in Lami, will be set after two pre-trial conferences in Au

Drugs Court

8 days ago

Corrections Officer suspended after raid uncovers evidence of drug network involvement

A Fiji Corrections Officer has been suspended after a raid at his home in Lautoka resulted in the retrieval of an incriminating video, material used for drug packaging a

Corrections Drugs

8 days ago

95,285 visitors and most number of booths - record set for Fiji Showcase 2024

Fiji Showcase 2024 has set new records with the most number of people visiting the annual event and the most number of trade and exhibition booths. Communications Fiji

Fiji-Showcase Feature

8 days ago

Burney finishes 10-year term as Assistant DPP

Assistant Director of Public Prosecutions Lee Burney has completed his term and will no longer be with the Office. The Office of the DPP staff celebrated and thanked B

DPP

8 days ago

Olympics opening ceremony faces turmoil as performing artists issue strike threat

The opening ceremony for the Olympic Games is facing potential turmoil after a union of French performing artists issued a strike notice amid an escalating dispute with o

Olympics

8 days ago

MediSecure reveals 12.9 million Australians had personal data stolen in cyber attack earlier this year

eScript provider MediSecure has revealed the personal data of 12.9 million Australians was stolen by hackers earlier this year, making it one of the largest cyber breache

abc-news

8 days ago

Corrections Service notes an increase in HIV cases following extensive testing across all institutions

Due to the spike that may be attributed to recent drug needle use from inmates before their sentencing to remand, the Fiji Corrections Service has embarked on an extensiv

HIV

8 days ago

18/07/2024

Professor Baba was revolutionary, not only in education but in politics and public life - Prof. Shameem

The late Professor Tupeni Baba was a giant of an intellect and this is what made him stand out among the academics not only in Fiji and the Pacific but further afield. Th

Funeral

9 days ago

MOE exploring the use of test-kits in school - Radrodro

Minister for Education Aseri Radrodro says the Ministry is exploring some initiatives, such as having drug test kits in schools to counter the ever-growing concern of dru

Education Drugs

9 days ago

22,800 MSME's are paying about $59m taxes annually - FRCS CEO

There are about 117,000 Micro, Small and Medium businesses in Fiji out of which around 22,800 businesses are paying taxes amounting to around $59 million annually. Thi

Government

9 days ago

AIDS related deaths increase from 49 in 2022 to 82 in 2023

The issue of HIV/AIDS continues to rise as shocking statistics revealed by the UNDP, highlighted the increase of AIDS related deaths with 49 in 2022 and 82 in 2023. T

Health Feature

9 days ago

Upgraded farm Road in Natawa village will boost agricultural efficiency

Farmers and residents of Natawa Village in Vaturu, located in the highlands of Ba, are set to benefit from the recent upgrade of their farm road that was officially commi

Roads

9 days ago

Upgraded farm Road in Natawa village will boost agricultural efficiency

Farmers and residents of Natawa Village in Vaturu, located in the highlands of Ba, are set to benefit from the recent upgrade of their farm road that was officially commi

Roads

9 days ago

Usamate calls on Singh and Radrodro to act regarding USP issue

Independent MP, Jone Usamate is today calling on the Fiji Government and in particular, Minister for Employment, Agni Deo Singh to urgently investigate the sacking of Doc

USP Feature

9 days ago

61 sugarcane farmers in Vanua Levu receive grant

Great news for the 61 farmers in Northern Division as the Ministry of Sugar Industry has assisted farmers in Seaqaqa, Bucaisau and Wainikoro through the New Farmers and L

Sugar

9 days ago

Consultation begins on National TVET Policy to shape future of skills sector

The first-ever Fiji National TVET Policy Consultation is underway where education stakeholders will discuss ways to shape the future of our educational landscape which wi

Education

9 days ago

Biden tests positive for COVID-19

US President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID-19 and is suffering mild symptoms. The White House has confirmed that the US President is vaccinated and boosted a

World-News

9 days ago

Other forms of payment to be included for bus travel

The introduction of other forms of payment outside of the current bus cards will have a more consumer-friendly approach that will streamline operations and improve the us

FCCC

9 days ago

31 families awarded residential lots in Mokosoi, Deuba

Great news for 31 families who have been awarded residential lots in Mokosoi, Deuba, after the Housing Authority conducted a barrel draw last Friday that was attended by

Housing

9 days ago

Speed camera donated to Police to help ensure safety of road users

To ensure that drivers are driving with-in the speed limit and everyone is safe, the Land Transport Authority has provided a speed camera to the Fiji Police Force which t

LTA

9 days ago

4 people admitted in hospital after 2 separate accidents within 24 hours

4 people are currently admitted in the hospital after 2 separate accidents along the Kings Highway in Ba within the last 24 hours. Police say a 33-year-old man and his

Accident Police

9 days ago

17/07/2024

Govt decided not to increase water resource tax from 1 cent to 5 cents per litre for small water bottling companies – Prof. Prasad

The coalition government has decided not to increase the water resource tax from 1 cent to 5 cents per litre for small water bottling companies that extract water between

Budget-2024-2025 Government

10 days ago

Father feeling helpless as he continues looking for his missing daughter since 2019

Kepueli Jikotani is calling for justice and peace of mind as he battles the mental stress and longs to hear from his daughter Losalini Takayawa who was reported missing a

Missing-Person

10 days ago

Is Fiji doing enough to tackle human trafficking?

Serious questions are being asked on whether we as a country are doing enough to combat human trafficking as the US State Department Trafficking in Persons Fiji 2024 repo

Human-Trafficking Feature

10 days ago

USAID Mission Director encourages Fiji Govt to activate National Referral Mechanism System

USAID Pacific Islands Mission Director, Zema Semunegus is encouraging the Fijian government to activate a National Referral Mechanism System that will enable awareness wi

Art Human-Trafficking

10 days ago

Urgent coordinated action plan needed to combat shocking sexual abuse cases involving children - Ali

Save the Children Fiji is calling for a coordinated national action plan to combat the continued horrendous and shocking sexual abuse cases involving children. Save th

Save-the-Children Feature

10 days ago

FCCC investigates high vegetable prices following concerns of supply chain manipulation

Following concerns regarding the high prices of vegetables, the FCCC is looking into the agriculture sector to ensure that prices are what they are supposed to be and are

FCCC

10 days ago

Five newly appointed Resident Magistrates sworn-in by President Ratu Wiliame Katonivere

Five newly appointed Resident Magistrates, Talei Kean, Samanunu Vaniqi, Setavana Saumatua, Jone Salabuco Bale, and Navilesh Chand were all ceremoniously sworn in by the P

Judiciary

10 days ago

FCCC warns public of new text message scam impersonating as Post Fiji

People are being made aware of a new scam involving a text message claiming that a package has arrived at the Post Fiji Warehouse but cannot be delivered due to incorrect

Scam FCCC

10 days ago

FIJI Water Foundation launches Women in Agriculture Initiative for 6 villages in Yaqara Valley

The FIJI Water Foundation, one of the largest philanthropic organizations in Fiji, has announced the launch of its groundbreaking “Women in Agriculture Initiative” pi

Women-Empowerment

10 days ago

Police dismisses viral missing child report stating that it is fake news

Following a Facebook post that is being shared widely claiming that a report was lodged regarding a missing child, the Fiji Police Force has confirmed that there is no re

Missing-Person

10 days ago

All staff contracts including terminations, are confidential – USP

The University of the South Pacific will not comment on the termination of Dr Tamara Osborne-Naikatini, Lecturer in Biology and President of the Association of USP Staff,

USP Feature

10 days ago

Six found dead in luxury Bangkok hotel room after suspected poisoning

Six foreign nationals have been found dead in a luxury hotel room in central Bangkok, with police suspecting they died of poisoning. "There were no signs of a struggle

abc-news

10 days ago

Justin Ho and others charged with importing over 4.2 tonnes of meth to take plea next Thursday

Justin Ho and 9 others who are charged with importing over 4.2 tonnes of methamphetamine worth $2 billion into the country will take their plea next Thursday. Justin H

Court Drugs

10 days ago

USP Staff Association and USP Staff Union to pursue relevant processes to address termination of Dr Osborne-Naikatini

The Association of the University of the South Pacific Staff (AUSPS) and the USP Staff Union (USPSU) will be pursuing relevant processes to address the termination of Dr

Education

10 days ago

Human trafficking devastates lives and communities - Tikoduadua

There is a need to eliminate the dark realities of human trafficking that devastate lives and communities, and the historical injustice reminds us to confront and address

Art Government Human-Trafficking Feature

10 days ago

Bandaged Trump gets rapturous welcome at Republican convention

With a bandage strapped over one ear, Donald Trump made a triumphant return to the public eye yesterday at the Republican National Convention, receiving a rapturous welco

World-News

10 days ago

Naca Cawanibuka to appear on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan at 7 tonight

Accomplished Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Olympics gold medal winning teams in Rio and Tokyo, Naca Cawanibuka will appear on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vi

Straight-Talk

10 days ago

16/07/2024

Bastille Day celebrations connected to sports' values of humility, respect and inclusion

While celebrating the National Day of France or 'Bastille Day' at the FMF Gym in Laucala Bay, French Ambassador to Fiji, François-Xavier Léger says they celebrate the F

France

11 days ago

Hibiscus Festival partnership to help showcase vibrant Fijian culture

The Hibiscus Festival which is celebrating its 68th anniversary, has just announced their partnerships with the Fiji Arts Council and the Suva Orchid and Horticulture Cir

Hibiscus-Festival

11 days ago

About 20 people homeless after 5 residential fires in the past week

About 20 people are homeless after 5 residential fires in the past week while investigations on the cause of the fires are being finalised. The National Fire Authorit

Fire

11 days ago

RKS students reconcile with Lelean regarding stoning incident

Ratu Kadavulevu School and Lelean Memorial School have reconciled after a video went viral on Facebook showing the bus carrying the students of Lelean getting stoned by R

Education

11 days ago

Vehicles seen transporting drugs into interior areas of Namosi

The people of Namosi are concerned about the spread of drugs in their area and they have informed the Namosi Provincial Council that new vehicles are seen at night along

Drugs Feature

11 days ago

NDMO to sign partnership with Japan for early warning satellite system

The National Disaster Management Office will be signing a partnership with the government of Japan to explore the use of Quasi Zenith Satellite System for early warning s

NDMO

11 days ago

Govt to open Public Service Broadcasting grant to other media outlets for fair competition

To ensure fairness and a level playing field in the media industry, the Cabinet has agreed to open up Public Service Broadcasting grant to other media organisations other

Government

11 days ago

Cabinet approves review of 2018/2022 National Employment Policy

Cabinet has approved the review of 2018-2022 National Employment Policy. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says the review will focus on the supporting of economic divers

Employment

11 days ago

Fiji's airports to receive $15M boost from Japan to improve services

Services at some of Fiji’s airports are expected to improve as the Japanese Government will be giving $15 million to Airports Fiji Limited. While announcing the Cabi

Airport Government

11 days ago

Hearing on DPP's application to consolidate charges against Sayed-Khaiyum and Saneem in August

The matter where the Acting Director of Public Prosecutions has applied to consolidate the charges against former Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and former Supervis

Sayed-Khaiyum-Saneem-Taxes-case

11 days ago

Bainimarama and Qiliho's trial set for next year for case of allegedly making unwarranted demands

The trial of former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama and former Police Commissioner, Brigadier General Sitiveni Qiliho where they are charged with unwarranted demands ma

Bainimarama-Qiliho-Police-Officers-Case Feature

11 days ago

Principals to initiate traditional protocols between Lelean and RKS before Friday

The principals of the Eastern Zone Rugby Schools have agreed that traditional protocols will be initiated between the two schools before Friday. This is after a video

School-Rugby

11 days ago

Corrections officer apprehended for allegedly attempting to smuggle marijuana, suki and mobile phones

A Corrections officer has been apprehended for allegedly attempting to smuggle marijuana, suki and mobile phones into the Minimum Correction Centre in Naboro during his s

Fiji-Corrections-Service Feature

11 days ago

Fiji has lost a man of decency, goodwill, humility and intelligence – Prof. Prasad

Fiji has lost a man of decency, goodwill, humility and intelligence following the death of renowned academic and politician, Professor Tupeni Baba. Deputy Prime Minist

Government

11 days ago

Raiwaqa man in custody for meth

A 30-year-old man is in police custody following the seizure of bags containing white crystals believed to be methamphetamine, digital scales, and smoking apparatus in Ra

Police

11 days ago

15/07/2024

Fallen tree on Waimanu Road causes traffic

A fallen tree on Waimanu Raod is causing traffic. A photo of the tree was sent to fijivillage News at around 5.30 this afternoon. The Fiji Roads Authority is expect

Accident

12 days ago

Driver admitted after accident in Nabou

A man is currently admitted in hospital after the car that he was driving went off the road in Nabou, Nadi. The condition of the driver is not known. Police are yet

Accident

12 days ago

Fiji Labour Party mourns loss of Professor Baba

The Fiji Labour Party is today mourning the loss of Professor Tupeni Baba. Professor Baba served as the founding member of the Fiji Labour Party and its Deputy Prime M

NFP

12 days ago

FCCC welcomes Govt’s decision to corporatise WAF, tariffs will be set to cover the full cost of providing water services

The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission welcomes the Government's decision to corporatise the Water Authority of Fiji, which aims to enhance WAF's operational effi

FCCC WAF

12 days ago

Time to speak out about human trafficking in Fiji - Draunibaka

Final preparations are underway for Butakoci Production which is a theatrical musical that addresses the critical issue of human trafficking in Fiji, and for the country

Entertainment Feature

12 days ago

Fiji downgraded to Tier 2 Watch List by US State Department

The US State Department’s 2024 Trafficking in Persons Report for Fiji has stated that Fiji has been downgraded to Tier 2 Watch List as the Government of Fiji does not f

Human-Trafficking

12 days ago

Increased risks of Fijian children being exploited in commercial sex and forced labour

Some Fijian children are at risk of sex and labour trafficking as families follow a traditional practice of sending them to live with relatives or families in larger citi

Human-Trafficking

12 days ago

PRF to meet stakeholders to address waste management challenges in Taveuni

In a bid to have a groundbreaking initiative to possibly implement sustainable and effective recycling practices in Taveuni, the Pacific Recycling Foundation, in collabo

PRF

12 days ago

Police to visit both schools involved in an alleged bus stoning incident last Friday

Police will visit Lelean Memorial School and the other prominent school in Tailevu today that was involved in an alleged stoning incident last Friday. A bus full of Le

Police

12 days ago

21-year-old man to front Court for deception

A 21-year-old man will be produced in the Labasa Magistrates Court today charged with one count of obtaining financial advantage by deception. Police say the accused,

Court

12 days ago

Ministry will not hesitate to suspend schools from participating in the Deans if there is violent behaviour – Radrodro

Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro stresses that the Ministry will not hesitate to suspend schools from participating in the Deans Competition if there is violent beh

Education Feature

12 days ago

TV Star Shannen Doherty passes away after losing battle with cancer

TV star Shannen Doherty has passed away at the age of 53 after years of living with cancer. Doherty's longtime publicist Leslie Sloane in a statement confirmed the pas

World-News

12 days ago

Trump headed to Republican convention after surviving assassination attempt

Donald Trump said he is headed for Milwaukee, where Republicans will formally make him their presidential nominee later this week after he survived an assassination attem

World-News

12 days ago

Man killed at Trump rally identified as firefighter who died protecting his family

Firefighter Corey Comperatore who was killed during the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, died trying to protect his family. Pennsylvania Gover

World-News

12 days ago

14/07/2024

Late former Deputy PM Professor Tupeni Baba passes away

The late former Deputy Prime Minister, Professor Tupeni Baba has passed away. University of Fiji Vice Chancellor, Professor Shaista Shameem says not only was Pro

Politics

13 days ago

FBI identifies Trump shooter

The man who allegedly attempted to assassinate former US President Donald Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania earlier today has been identified as 20-year-old T

World-News

13 days ago

Mining Act needs to be reviewed - Ratu Suliano

The Vunivalu na Tui Namosi, Ratu Suliano Matanitobua has agreed with the Vanua of Nabukebuke on the need for the Government to review the Mining Act so that the landowner

Mining

13 days ago

FCCC to launch inquiry into banks over alleged price manipulation in foreclosures

Following serious allegations of price manipulation by banks from people who have lost their property due to bank foreclosure, the FCCC will be launching an inquiry into

FCCC Feature

13 days ago

6 arrested after apparatus possibly used for drug lab seized in Nadi warehouse

Six people have been taken in for questioning after consignments from the Canadian province of British Columbia of apparatuses that could be used for a possible clandesti

Police Drugs Feature

13 days ago

Biden condemns Trump’s attempted assassination; gunman and audience member dead

Following the attempted assassination of former US President Donald Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, President Joe Biden has condemned the attack and says th

World-News Feature

13 days ago

Trump safe but bloodied and attacker dead after shots fired at rally

A gunman and one audience member are dead after a shooting at former US President Donald Trump’s rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Another spectator is in serious condi

World-News Feature

13 days ago

Lelean students allegedly stoned after returning from a rugby match

Lelean Memorial School students and supporters have allegedly been stoned by some students from a prominent school in Tailevu on their way back to Korovou. While speak

School-Rugby Police Feature

13 days ago

Rabuka acknowledges Vatukoula Gold Mines striking workers

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has acknowledged the Vatukoula Gold Mines striking workers and their family who were present in a meeting at the Ba Civic Centre yesterday.

Government Gold-Mining

13 days ago

Nadroga Arya College cadets urged to uphold family expectations and contribute to national development

Cadets of Nadroga Arya College who have passed out are being urged to uphold the expectations of their families and to contribute significantly to the continued developme

Education RFMF

13 days ago

13/07/2024

More than 18,000 people turn up for final day of Fiji Showcase 2024

More than 18,000 people from all walks of life turned up to the Vodafone Arena for the final day of Fiji Showcase 2024. With entertainment on the Vodafone External Sta

Fiji-Showcase-2024 Feature

14 days ago

Bus company temporarily fixes potholes on Lami Bridge

In a gesture of good will and the benefit for the people of Lami, Shore Buses has temporarily fixed potholes on Lami Bridge. In a facebook post, the company says the p

Roads

14 days ago

Family mourns the sudden passing of 'Ranadi Kei Viti'

37-year-old Esala Seru Yalewamama’s family is trying to come to terms after the sudden passing of their eldest member, best known as 'Ranadi Kei Viti' on facebook and T

Cybercrime Feature

14 days ago

Family seeks help to find missing 38-year-old son Elvin Lal

A family is seeking assistance in locating their son, 38-year-old Elvin Lal, who has been missing since last Sunday from their home in Deepwater, Tailevu. Police say L

Missing-Person Police

14 days ago

60 families may join members in Australia under PALM scheme pilot program

About 60 families could be joining their family members working under the PALM scheme in Australia as they were part of the Family Accompaniment Decision Briefing Sessio

Community

14 days ago

200 students pioneer at cadet pass out at Ba Sanatan College

200 students have pioneered the Ba Sanatan College’s first cadet pass-out parade which was reviewed by Acting Commissioner of Police Juki Fong Chew who emphasized the p

Education Police

14 days ago

Lands Ministry and WAF to tackle Waimanu River turbidity issue and water disruptions

Following concerns raised by the Water Authority of Fiji on high turbidity levels in the water due to extreme over-extraction of gravel and sand from the Waimanu River, M

WAF Feature

14 days ago

Two 15-year-old students questioned for alleged drug possession at school

Two 15-year-old students have been questioned for allegedly possessing methamphetamine and marijuana on school premises. Assistant Commissioner of Police – Operation

Drugs

14 days ago

Thousands turn up to second last day of Fiji Showcase

The cold Suva weather did not deter thousands of people who came out in numbers to enjoy the second last day of Fiji Showcase while thousands more are expected to turn up

Fiji-Showcase-2024

14 days ago

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