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20/11/2025

We are committed to holding elections – Siromi Turaga

Questions were raised during Dialogue Fiji’s Constitution review discussion on whether the government can delay the general elections and complete the Constitution revi

15 days ago

Warning letter written to Prof. Narsey – Acting AG

Acting Attorney General Siromi Turaga says a strong warning letter has been written to Electoral Reform Commissioner Professor Wadan Narsey after he came out publicly wit

Electoral-Commission Feature

15 days ago

3 Fijian men from KVT gang in Sydney denied bail for AUD$12.5M drugs case

Three Fijians who are alleged to be associated with a gang supplying drugs in Sydney have been refused bail by the court. 28-year-old Eparama Nevale, 28-year-old Willi

World-News

15 days ago

Proposed ‘People First’ submits application for registration

The Proposed ‘People First’ has submitted its application for registration to the Registrar of Political Parties, Ana Mataiciwa. Mataiciwa confirms that the FEO is

FEO

15 days ago

Visitor arrivals on track for record year while sugar output drops

Visitor arrivals have recovered following a decline in the first quarter and based on current trends, Fiji is on track to achieve a third consecutive year of record visit

Tourism Business

15 days ago

Fijian economy on track to grow for fourth consecutive year in 2025 by 3.4%

The Fijian economy is on track to grow for the fourth consecutive year in 2025 by 3.4 percent, following a 3.5 percent expansion in 2024. The growth forecast is revise

Economy

15 days ago

Covering caskets with mats for burial not allowed - Moceisuva

Deputy Fiji Corrections Service Commissioner Auta Moceisuva says they are not allowing mats to cover caskets for burial. While revealing this to the Parliamentary Stan

Corrections

15 days ago

Speaker says Fiji still lacks framework that clearly defines how personal data is collected, stored, processed, and safeguarded by public institutions and private entities

Fiji still lacks a unified framework that clearly defines how personal data is collected, stored, processed, and safeguarded by both public institutions and private entit

ODPP Feature

15 days ago

Blocked drains and surface flooding are due to poor rubbish disposal practises – FRA

Poor rubbish disposal practices continue to be a major cause of blocked drains, resulting in surface flooding on many roads during periods of heavy rain. The Fiji Road

FRA

15 days ago

Terminal 2 at Suva bus station to close tomorrow for urgent drainage work

There will be a temporary closure of Terminal 2 at the Suva Bus Station for five days starting from tomorrow, as urgent drainage upgrade works get underway. Suva City

Suva-City Buses

15 days ago

EFL to transport three heavy generator engines from Lautoka to Vuda

Three thermal generator engines will be transported from the Lautoka Port to the Vuda Power Station tomorrow, Sunday, next Tuesday and Thursday. Due to the size and we

EFL

15 days ago

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

A heavy rain alert is now in force for the eastern half of Viti Levu (Navua–Suva–Nausori to Serua–Namosi to Tailevu–Naitasiri–Ra areas), southern Bua, Cakaudrov

Weather Feature

15 days ago

Silver Ferns end chaotic season with win over England

The Silver Ferns have capped off a turbulent 2025 by taking a 2-1 series win over the England Roses in Manchester, in what's likely to be their last hit-out before the Co

Netball

15 days ago

We need to dismantle criminal enterprises, hitting them where it hurts most - Speaker

Speaker of Parliament, Filimone Jitoko has highlighted during the opening of the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions Conference that there is a need for prosecu

ODPP Feature

15 days ago

Minaj backs Trump’s allegations as Nigeria rejects “misrepresentation”

Award-winning rapper Nicki Minaj has publicly backed President Donald Trump's allegations that Christians face persecution in Nigeria. Speaking at an event in t

World-News

15 days ago

Miss Fiji contestants to tour the country ahead of pageant in Suva

We hope to bring joy to the people of Fiji taking the queens around to meet with you as we prepare for the Miss Fiji pageant. These are the words of the Miss Fiji page

Pageant auduio

15 days ago

PINA and FMA express deep concern over the Government of Samoa’s decision to ban the Samoa Observer

The Pacific Islands News Association (PINA) and Fijian Media Association (FMA) have expressed deep concern over the Government of Samoa’s decision to ban the Samoa Obse

Regional-News

15 days ago

FRCS intercepts undeclared goods at Vatukoula facility

The Fiji Revenue and Customs Service has successfully intercepted a consignment containing undeclared items during a scheduled inspection at a commercial facility in Vatu

FRCS Feature

15 days ago

Children among 26 killed in one of Russia's deadliest strikes on western Ukraine

At least 26 people have been killed including three children in a Russian missile and drone attack that hit two blocks of flats in the western city of Ternopil, Ukrainian

World-News

15 days ago

Former Magistrate Aruna Prasad appointed to FNPF Board

Aruna Prasad, a former Magistrate and legal practitioner, has been appointed to the Board of the Fiji National Provident Fund by the Minister for Finance, in accordance w

FNPF

15 days ago

Leadership Fiji marks partnership with McDonald’s Fiji to empower future leaders

Leadership Fiji's partnership with Vuvale Restaurants (Fiji), owners of McDonald’s Fiji, marked a significant milestone in their mission to nurture and empower leaders

Leadership-Fiji

15 days ago

Tui Namosi: No mining until Mining Act is reviewed

The Vunivalu, Turaga Na Tui Namosi Ratu Suliano Matanitobua has reiterated his stand during the Namosi Provincial Council Meeting, stating that there will be no mining in

Namosi Mining

15 days ago

Fiji has learned from its past and we know that restricting media engagement or access is not the answer - Tabuya

At all times, the public interest in accessing information and the media’s role in scrutinising government must outweigh any unilateral power to silence or sideline a n

Media Feature

15 days ago

19/11/2025

Field 40 residents fearful as stoning incidents continue despite Police being provided with items for patrol

Residents of LP Maharaj Field 40 in Lautoka are living in fear as stoning incidents continue in their neighbourhood, to the extent that the community is providing chairs,

Police

16 days ago

Rabuka calls for reset and renewal at USP Council, reaffirms commitment to the university

Fiji stands with all fellow member countries to ensure the University of the South Pacific continues to thrive. This was the assurance given by Prime Minister Sitiveni

USP

16 days ago

Wailea resident raises concerns about drug issues raised countless times with Police while COMPOL says official complaint must be lodged

Wailea Settlement Community leader, Inoke Utona says he has raised the issue of drug use and dealing in their area countless times with the authorities but there has stil

Drugs Police Feature

16 days ago

Bail hearing and plea to be taken for Charles Laxton Sundar next Thursday

The bail hearing for Charles Laxton Sundar, who allegedly killed his 86-year-old grandfather in Navokadamu Settlement in Lutu, Wainibuka, will be heard in the Suva High C

Court

16 days ago

Laucala villagers in Rewa celebrate new multi-purpose hall and water project

Villagers of Laucala in Rewa are celebrating the opening of their newly refurbished village hall, which is now set to serve as a community hub, dispensary, and evacuation

Government

16 days ago

SPX says RB Patel Group Limited’s Wholesale Corporate Bond offer marks another milestone in the ongoing expansion of Fiji’s capital markets

The South Pacific Stock Exchange says the launch of RB Patel Group Limited’s Wholesale Corporate Bond offer marks another milestone in the ongoing expansion of Fiji’s

Business

16 days ago

Flash floods expected in low lying areas

A trough of low pressure lies over the eastern parts of the country which can bring localised heavy rain and lead to flash flooding in low-lying and flood-prone areas.

Weather Feature

16 days ago

Fiji Corrections Service begins 2025 Recruitment Screening

The Fiji Corrections Service officially commenced the 2025 Recruitment Screening Phase at the Naboro Training Academy. They say the first group of shortlisted applican

Fiji-Corrections

16 days ago

Tui Namosi reiterates call for change to the 2013 Constitution

Turaga Na Tui Namosi, Ratu Suliano Matanitobua, has reaffirmed the stand of the Vanua of Namosi that the 2013 Constitution needs to be changed, saying it continues to hol

Namosi Feature

16 days ago

Tui Namosi calls for unity and action to address youth challenges and drive development

Turaga Na Tui Namosi, Ratu Suliano Matanitobua has called on the people of Namosi to unite and take responsibility for safeguarding their youth as Fiji continues to face

Namosi

16 days ago

10,111 cases of child abuse and neglect reported in the last 5yrs

It is devastating to know that according to the National Child Welfare Case Database, a total of 10,111 cases of child abuse and neglect have been reported in the last fi

Child-Abuse Feature

16 days ago

Trump faces criticism for referring to female Bloomberg reporter as ‘piggy’

Donald Trump, who has a history of making extremely personal attacks on female journalists, referred to a Bloomberg News correspondent as a “piggy” during a clash onb

World-News

16 days ago

TikToker known as XKON to take plea on 10th December

The plea for 31-year-old Lui Bale Vuibureta, also known as XKON on TikTok, will take place on the 10th of December. Vuibureta appeared before Chief Magistrate Josaia W

Court

16 days ago

At least 18 people killed in Indonesian landslides as rescue efforts continue to find more than 30 others missing

Rescue workers are continuing to search for 34 missing people after two separate landslides in two different regions on Indonesia's main island of Java killed at least 18

abc-news

16 days ago

Eminem sues Australian beach brand 'Swim Shady'

US rapper Eminem has taken legal action against an Australian beachwear company called Swim Shady, saying its name is too similar to his trademarked rap pseudonym Slim Sh

Entertainment

16 days ago

Women urged to get tested for cervical cancer

Women, families and communities across the country are urged to take steps toward eliminating cervical cancer, one of the most preventable cancers affecting women. Fij

Cancer-Society

16 days ago

18/11/2025

No casualties in Veisari truck–van collision

There were no casualties in the accident involving a truck and a van that collided at Veisari this afternoon. The Lami Police traffic officers confirmed this to fijivi

Accident LTA

17 days ago

Truck collides with van in Veisari

A truck has collided with a van travelling from Suva, and police are currently on-site investigating the incident. Lami Police confirm they received the report and are

Accident

17 days ago

Dashell ready to begin service in Serua

Serua will soon welcome 25-year-old American volunteer Dashell, who was officially sworn in today as a Peace Corps volunteer. She is part of the latest group of nine v

Peace-Corps

17 days ago

From addiction to advocate: Ulaiasi Vuli becomes peer mentor in Tagane Mai Program

23-year-old Ulaiasi Vuli from Macuata has turned his life around after years of struggling with drug addiction. Today, he serves as one of the peer mentors at the Insp

Straight-Talk

17 days ago

Judge Bull questions tattoo evidence as murder case nears judgement

20-year-old Timoci Matanimeke, who is charged with one count of murder, aggravated robbery, and trespass, will appear in court next Friday for the final judgment. Mata

Court

17 days ago

9 new Peace Corps volunteers begin two-year service across Fiji

A new chapter of partnership and service has begun as the Peace Corps Fiji Group 100 was officially sworn in today, marking a historic milestone in the 57-year relationsh

Peace-Corps

17 days ago

Prof Shameem calls for supportive learning environments to encourage women in physics

Experts have called for the need to make physics more equitable and supportive for women to pursue careers in that field. This was raised during the IUPAP Pasifika Phy

Education

17 days ago

SCC to act on flooding issues around MHCC and FNPF Plaza

Recurring flooding around MHCC and the FNPF Plaza in Suva has been a cause for concern for drivers and the public for quite some time. The Suva City Council says it is

Flooding

17 days ago

Despite life on the streets, Nasoki prays for a brighter future

23-year-old, Setareki Nasoki from Namoli Village in Lautoka, has opened up about the challenges that forced him to live on the streets after his parents divorced while he

Employment Feature

17 days ago

Matadigo to find out on Monday if his bail application is approved

36-year-old Alipate Matadigo who is facing charges relating to the alleged importation of 4.7 kilograms of methamphetamine in September this year, will find out on Monday

Court

17 days ago

Aiyaz Musa withdraws case before Court of Arbitration for Sport

The case filed by Aiyaz Mohammed Musa Umarji has been withdrawn in the Court of Arbitration for Sport appeal challenging his disqualification to be the Fiji FA Vice Presi

Court Feature

17 days ago

Man who grabbed Ariana Grande at premiere jailed in Singapore

A court in Singapore has sentenced an Australian man to nine days in prison for grabbing Hollywood star Ariana Grande at a movie premiere. Johnson Wen, 26, was found g

Entertainment

17 days ago

Seven to ten people with diabetes are of working age - Health Ministry

Seven out of ten people with diabetes fall within the working-age demographic. The Ministry of Health and Medical Services says with this in mind, health facilities ac

Diabetes

17 days ago

Water pressure normalizes for Field 40 residents after months of disruptions

After months of facing water disruptions and low water pressure, residents of Field 40 in Lautoka are now experiencing significant improvement in their water supply. T

Water

17 days ago

Telecom Fiji, Live & Learn Fiji, NDRMO, Fiji Met Service and other stakeholders work to strengthen Fiji’s Multi-Hazard Early Warning System

Telecom Fiji has announced a collaborative partnership with Live & Learn Fiji, the National Disaster Risk Management Office (NDRMO), and key national stakeholders inc

Telecom-Fiji

17 days ago

Water project brings relief to Burerua Village

Walking to the river to fetch water for family use will soon be a thing of the past for the villagers of Burerua in Sawakasa, Tailevu, following the commissioning of the

Water WAF

17 days ago

Ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death

Sheikh Hasina, the ousted Prime Minister of Bangladesh, has been sentenced to death after being found guilty of crimes against humanity for the violent suppression of stu

World-News

17 days ago

Constitutional review to begin early next year

The Coalition Government says the constitutional review is scheduled to begin early next year and the current planning aims to ensure readiness for the earliest election

Constitution Government Feature

17 days ago

BBC 'determined to fight' looming Trump lawsuit over speech edit

Britain's BBC is "determined to fight" any legal action filed by U.S President Donald Trump, saying on there was no basis for a defamation case over its editing of one of

World-News

17 days ago

17/11/2025

History in the making as Fiji Rugby to compete in Nations Championship

Fiji Rugby has been officially invited to compete in the inaugural Nations Championship, launching in July 2026. Fiji joins Japan as an invitational Southern Hemispher

Rugby-Union Feature

18 days ago

IWA Fiji hands over brand-new Maternal-Fetal Scan Unit at CWM Hospital

Good news as International Women's Association Fiji has completed and handed over a brand-new Maternal-Fetal Scan Unit at the CWM Hospital. IWA Fiji President, Judy Co

Health

18 days ago

Electoral Reform Commissioners recommend 25 open seats, 25 seats reserved for women and 21 MPs to be selected from a List System

The Electoral Reform Commission that conducted public consultations on our electoral laws and submitted a report with recommendations to the government, has recommended t

Electoral-Commission Feature

18 days ago

Pope appeals to Hollywood to help preserve the cinema experience

Pope Leo XIV has told a group of leading Hollywood actors and filmmakers that more should be done to protect struggling neighbourhood cinemas in order to preserve the sha

World-News

18 days ago

Speeding remains a problem from Sawani to Colo-i-Suva

Numerous calls from people about speeding vehicles travelling between Sawani and Colo-i-Suva have gone unanswered, with more cars reportedly rushing through narrow bends

Police

18 days ago

Trusted by mothers across Ra: Maternity hospital celebrates 55th anniversary

The Ra Maternity Hospital has celebrated 55 years of operation, marking a significant milestone in maternal healthcare in Ra Province. At just $30 for admission and de

Health

18 days ago

21-year-old mother living on the streets clings to hope for a better future

21-year-old Sulueti Bogi from Drauniivi Village in Ra, who has been living on the streets since February this year, says she still holds hope of one day standing on her o

Social-Welfare Feature

18 days ago

We have had boys change from being drug addicts to responsible young men - Dyer

With the emergence of drug addiction amongst young people, there are stories where we are reaching out to the boys on the streets and sharing opportunities for them throu

Straight-Talk Feature

18 days ago

If Police officers don't tow the line, they will face the consequences - Tudravu

These were the comments of Commissioner of Police, Rusiate Tudravu while replying to a question about the high number of police officers being charged for crimes. /+AU

Police Feature

18 days ago

Serua and Namosi farmers receive essential dalo and ginger planting materials

Farmers in Serua and Namosi have begun receiving essential agro-inputs, including dalo and ginger planting materials, as the Ministry of Agriculture and Waterways rolls o

Farming

18 days ago

Severe thunderstorm warning for heavy rainfall now in force for Viti Levu and Southern half of Vanua Levu

A severe thunderstorm warning for heavy rainfall is now in force for the interior, Southern and Eastern parts of Viti Levu and the Southern half of Vanua Levu. The Nad

Weather Rain

18 days ago

Naidu to file permanent stay on charges laid against Prof. Prasad based on validity of Acting FICAC Commissioner appointment amongst other issues

Richard Naidu, the lawyer for National Federation Party Leader and Member of Parliament, Professor Biman Prasad, has today informed the Suva Magistrates Court they will b

Biman-Prasad-Charged Feature

18 days ago

Overall crime decreases by 18%, assault, indecent assault, and sexual offences remain a concern - Tudravu

The overall crime decreased by 18 percent for the months of August, September and October as there were 4,049 crime cases reported during this period, compared to 4,960 c

Police Feature

18 days ago

New York Jets cornerback Kris Boyd shot, in critical condition

Kris Boyd, a cornerback for the American football team the New York Jets, was shot in the abdomen early Sunday. According to BBC News, the 29-year-old is in critical c

World-News

18 days ago

COI: 12 reports investigated and submitted to DPP - Tudravu

All 12 reports with Police regarding the Commission of Inquiry into the appointment of Barbara Malimali, prior to and after the COI, have been investigated. Commission

COI Police Feature

18 days ago

Special fijivillage Straight Talk on Employment Relations Bill, send your questions in by 12pm today

Want to get answers on anything regarding the Employment Relations Bill - what are the major changes and how this could affect you and the country as whole? If that is

Straight-Talk

18 days ago

Illegal trafficking of Fiji’s endemic species drives urgent calls for strong biodiversity strategy

The growing threat of illegal wildlife trafficking, including the smuggling of Fiji’s globally unique crested iguana, has underscored the urgent need to strengthen Fiji

Environment

18 days ago

Bail granted for Professor Biman Prasad

Member of Parliament, Professor Biman Prasad has been granted bail by the Suva Magistrates Court. He appeared this morning before Magistrate Yogesh Prasad, charged wit

Biman-Prasad-Charged Court Feature

18 days ago

Heavy rain warning cancelled for Lau and Lomaiviti groups

A heavy rain warning previously in force for the Lau and Lomaiviti groups, Kadavu and nearby smaller islands has now been cancelled. The Nadi Weather Office says a wea

Weather Rain

18 days ago

25-yr-old hopes her type 1 diabetes journey will break stigma for young Fijians

25-year-old, Shreta Shinal who has been living with type 1 diabetes, hopes her story will break stigma and encourage young people across Fiji to seek help early. Shina

Diabetes Feature

18 days ago

From selling bottles to becoming a lawyer

Gyaneshwar Pillay, who once left school in Year 6 to collect beer bottles for money, has now been officially admitted to the bar at the High Court in Suva last week, mark

Law

18 days ago

2 men charged in relation to aggravated robbery of govt officials last week in Cakaudrove

Two men have been charged in relation to the aggravated robbery case in Vusasivo, Cakaudrove, where Government officials were allegedly assaulted and robbed last week.

Police

18 days ago

Heavy rain warning cancelled for most areas, still in force for Lau & Lomaiviti groups

A heavy rain warning that was previously in force for the eastern half of Viti Levu including Navua-Suva-Nausori, Serua-Namosi, Tailevu-Naitasiri-Ra, the Northern Divisio

Weather

18 days ago

16/11/2025

Provincial officers developing plans to strengthen communities

Ministry of iTaukei Affairs’ submission to the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Social Affairs on its 2022–2023 Annual Report, Permanent Secretary Jone Navakamocea

Development

19 days ago

Three homes nearly buried as landslide hits Batiniwai Settlement in Caubati

Three families in Batiniwai Settlement, Caubati are counting themselves extremely fortunate this morning after a landslide came dangerously close to crashing into their h

Landslide

19 days ago

Desperate plea for assistance as 13 year old girl loses sight and needs life changing surgery

A desperate father is pleading for assistance as his 13-year-old daughter has been left blind by a tumour and is now unable to eat as her condition worsens. Katalina S

Health Feature

19 days ago

Once in a lifetime image shows skydiver silhouetted against the sun

Astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy has captured a surreal, once-in-a-lifetime image that makes it appear as if a skydiver is plunging straight past the blazing surface of

Entertainment

19 days ago

Flash flood warning for Eastern Viti Levu and alert for Northern Division

A flash flood warning is now in force for the Eastern half of Viti Levu, including Serua to Namosi through Navua, Suva and Nausori to Tailevu, Naitasiri and Ra areas.

Flooding Feature

19 days ago

Book anyone caught speeding, whether it's me, a police officer or govt vehicle - COMPOL

Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tudravu has issued a strong directive to book anyone caught speeding, whether it's him, a police officer, government vehicle or anyone who

Police

19 days ago

Riders drive awareness on men’s health at the Movember Bikeshow

Despite the rainy weather, the spirit of the people and the bikers remained high as the Fiji Motorcyclists Association Movember Bike Show ended on a positive note, creati

Motorcycles Movember

19 days ago

Heavy rain warning in force for Eastern Viti Levu, North and nearby islands

A heavy rain warning is now in force for Eastern half of Viti Levu including Serua and Namosi, Navua to Suva and Nausori, Tailevu to Naitasiri and Ra, the Northern Divisi

Weather

19 days ago

Lobau residents return home as floodwaters recede

Residents of Lobau Village in Navua are returning to their homes after earlier floodwaters forced around 60 people to take shelter in the village hall. Speaking to fij

Flooding Feature

19 days ago

Flooding hits parts of Kings Highway as heavy rain continues in Suva

Parts of the Kings Highway and greater Suva area are currently flooded as heavy rain continues in the Suva area. Affected areas include the Nabua roundabout, in front

Weather

19 days ago

Public urged to prepare for unplanned water cuts as heavy rain continues

People are being urged to prepare for the possibility of unplanned water cuts as adverse weather conditions continue across parts of the country. The Water Authority o

Water Feature

19 days ago

Crowne Plaza Fiji officially opens, boosting tourism and global event capacity

The new Crowne Plaza Fiji Nadi Bay Resort and Spa has officially opened and is set to elevate Fiji’s tourism brand and strengthen the country’s position on the world

Business

19 days ago

Leba Wakawaka crowned Miss Sugar 2025

With heartfelt words that moved the crowd to applause, Miss Unique Sounds, Entertainment and Events Lebaiwasa Wakawaka stepped forward as the newly crowned Miss Sugar 202

Sugar-Festival

19 days ago

Joy as Munia Community raises $63,618.80 to reclaim ancestral island

Munia Island is ours again. These were the triumphant words echoed by the people of Munia as they celebrated the successful fundraising to reclaim their ancestral isl

iTaukei

19 days ago

Some parts in Navua flooded as heavy rain alert remains in force for Eastern Viti Levu, North and nearby islands

About 60 people in Lobau Village in Navua are currently taking shelter in the village hall as flood water has entered their homes. While speaking to fijivillage News f

Weather

19 days ago

Spirited Flying Fijians beaten 34-21 by France

The FIJI Water Flying Fijians have gone down 34-21 to France in a fiercely contested match that featured powerful displays from both sides. Kalaveti Ravouvou, Selestin

Autumn-Nations-Cup

19 days ago

England topple All Blacks 33–19 in historic Twickenham upset

England roared back from an 12 early deficit to beat the All Blacks for only the ninth time in their 120-year rivalry and claim the greatest win of coach Steve Borthwick'

Autumn-Nations-Cup

19 days ago

15/11/2025

Council warns of rising Booking.com review scam targeting job seekers

People are being warned not to get swayed by promises of easy money by writing reviews for Booking.com as the website does not recruit individuals through social media or

Scam Feature

20 days ago

Telecom launches Nakorokula Tavua Fibre Project for better connectivity in Tavua communities

Great news for the people as Telecom Fiji Limited has launched their Nakorokula Tavua Fibre Project, improving connectivity for families, businesses, and schools across t

Telecom-Fiji

20 days ago

School fundraising success delivers new hall, CCTV and solar upgrades for Dravo District School

The reintroduction of fundraising in schools has worked well for Dravo District School in Tailevu as they have been able to raise about $40,000 since 2023. Speaking t

Education

20 days ago

Munia Island descendants unite in final push to buy back ancestral home

The people of Munia Island on Vanua Balavu in Lau gathered today in joyous celebration at the University of the South Pacific hall as they marked Munia Day, an occasion f

iTaukei

20 days ago

Flying Fijians brace for fierce French test in Bordeaux

FIJI Water Flying Fijians are prepared to meet a fired up and physical French side who went down to South Africa on their home ground and will be aiming to prove a point.

Flying-Fijians Feature

20 days ago

Vosarogo urges Flying Fijians to 'stand tall among giants' before France test

When you wear that white jersey, remember that you carry the story of a small island nation that has never been afraid to stand tall among the giants. This was the po

Government Flying-Fijians Feature

20 days ago

Russian drone strike hits Kyiv flats, killing six amid wave of attacks

A Russian drone has slammed into a block of flats in eastern Kyiv, killing six people and wounding dozens of others, during a wave of strikes throughout the Ukranian capi

World-News

20 days ago

Palmolive Fiji highlights skin benefits, invites public to visit MHCC booth

People are being encouraged to head down to MHCC in Suva and enjoy the new Palmolive Fijian Oasis for its launching celebration. Speaking to fijivillage News, Colgate-

Business

20 days ago

Lautoka woman returns from Dominican Republic to become first lawyer in medical family

A Fijian woman who grew up thousands of miles away in the Dominican Republic, Pritiksha Anjali Ram, has returned home with a global upbringing, fluency in Spanish and a d

Law

20 days ago

Heavy rain alert issued for eastern Viti Levu, North and surrounding islands

A heavy rain alert is now in force for the Eastern half of Viti Levu including, Navua-Suva-Nausori,Tailevu-Naitasiri-Ra, Serua-Namosi, the Northern Division, the Yasawa g

Weather Feature

20 days ago

Dr Nand urges Fijians to take charge of their wellness as diabetes cases continue to rise

Ministry of Health Wellness Unit Head, Dr Devina Nand says diabetes remains one of the biggest killers in Fiji and continues to drive high rates of disability, including

Health Diabetes s

20 days ago

Stigma and silence: Fiji warned as prostate cancer becomes leading cause of cancer deaths

96 percent of Fijian men had never been tested, and by 2018, prostate cancer had overtaken cervical cancer as Fiji’s leading cause of cancer deaths. This was reveale

Cancer-Society

20 days ago

Ministry launches investigation into waste dumped near Qamea Island

The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change is carrying out an investigation with authorities and hoteliers in Taveuni and Qamea after being alerted to waste found flo

Waste Feature

20 days ago

Westpac Fiji hosts traditional ceremony for visiting group executive

A traditional Fijian welcoming ceremony set the tone for Westpac Group’s Chief Executive of Business and Wealth, Paul Fowler, as he made his first official visit to Fij

Westpac-Bank

20 days ago

14/11/2025

IHG Hotels hosts customer appreciation event in Suva

FNPF-owned IHG Hotels, including the Grand Pacific Hotel, InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa, Natadola Bay Championship Golf Course, and Holiday Inn Suva, hosted

Tourism

21 days ago

Two women lose their lives in tragic Naboutini crash

Two women have tragically lost their lives in an accident along the Queens Road in Naboutini this afternoon. Police say one of the women was driving a vehicle that all

Accident Feature

21 days ago

Alarming rise in diabetes as 90,300 adults affected and numbers may double before 2050

Alarming statistics have been revealed as about 90,300 adults are living with diabetes in Fiji as of last year and future projections suggest that there will be 180,600 a

Diabetes Feature

21 days ago

Childhood fascination grows into lifelong passion for biker Taslim Shah of Laucala Beach

A childhood fascination with motorcycles grew into a lifelong passion for a Laucala Beach resident who now advocates men’s health in Fiji. Taslim Shah developed inte

Movember

21 days ago

Availability of land for burial is a concern - Moceisuva

One of the key concerns for the Fiji Corrections Service is the availability of land for burials, and according to the Deputy Commissioner of Corrections, Auta Moceisuva,

Fiji-Corrections-Service

21 days ago

Consumers Council warns public about opaque online reward schemes and giveaways

Consumers are being warned to exercise caution when engaging with online reward programmes, membership-based giveaways, or social media promotions that require payment or

Consumer-Council

21 days ago

Ba-born law graduate becomes first lawyer in his family

Mohammed Shiyaz Soheb who hails from Ba was today admitted to the Bar at the High Court in Suva, becoming the first lawyer in his family a milestone he describes as both

Ba Law

21 days ago

Chief Justice Temo urges new lawyers to show courage and honour the Code of Ethics

Do not be afraid to come to court and fight for your client. This is the message delivered by Chief Justice Salesi Temo to the 24 newly admitted lawyers at the High C

Law Court

21 days ago

Family offers $1,000 reward as search continues for Imraz Iqbal and 7-year-old Arshad Irfan Khan

A distraught family in Lautoka is pleading for assistance and has offered a $1,000 reward to anyone who can help locate 36-year-old Imraz Zain Iqbal and 7-year-old Arshad

Missing-Person Feature

21 days ago

Navtarang Sargam Bollywood Dhamaka Show to light up Friendly North on 6 Dec

Great news for the friendly North, as the Navtarang Sargam Bollywood Dhamaka show will take place at Subrail Park, Labasa, on the 6th of next month. Senior Content Dir

Navtarang Sargam

21 days ago

New $20M Nadi Police Station opened to boost safety and tourism

The new $20 million Nadi Police Station has been officially opened today by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism, Viliame Gavoka. While speaking at the o

Police

21 days ago

Na Cagi Ni Veisau Exhibition open at the Fiji Museum and will run until the 8th of February 2026

Na Cagi Ni Veisau marks ten years of the Veiqia Project, which is reviving the traditional tattooing and rituals of iTaukei women. The exhibition launches today at the

Fiji-Museum

21 days ago

Anaseini Senimoli appointed as the Acting Deputy Supervisor of Elections

Anaseini Senimoli has been appointed as the Acting Deputy Supervisor of Elections today by the Supervisor of Elections, Ana Mataiciwa. Mataiciwa says Senimoli is curre

Elections

21 days ago

Police take in man who allegedly attempted to inject a woman with a needle in a carpark in Laucala Bay

Police confirm that they have taken a man to Raiwaqa Police Station for questioning after claims that he tried to inject a woman with a needle in front of a supermarket i

Police Feature

21 days ago

Fiji strengthens ties with Japan through signing of Kizuna-Lomavata partnership

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Japan's newly elected first female Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae where they have signed on the Kizuna-Lomavata Partnership to reaffirm

Government

21 days ago

Architects urged to champion sustainability and resilient design

Architects have been reminded to innovate responsibly, pilot eco-friendly materials, test resilient systems, share results and build local expertise. While opening the

Government

21 days ago

Festive deals roll out for customers as Courts launches Christmas Promotions 2025

Great news for customers this festive season as Courts has launched their much-anticipated Christmas Promotions 2025 and Hisense Fortnightly Promotion. While speaking

Courts-Fiji

21 days ago

New tractor to boost farming efficiency for Mataqali Bau Cooperative in Namalata, Tailevu

The Mataqali Bau Cooperative of Matacaucau Village in Namalata, Tailevu will see a major boost in farm efficiency and land preparation after receiving a brand new tractor

Agriculture

21 days ago

Mrs Nakarawa tells tribunal Dr Nakarawa had told her not to apply, but she believed she was qualified

Vakaloloma Mocevakaca Nakarawa told the Constitutional Offices Commission Tribunal — which is looking into allegations of misbehaviour by suspended Commissioner of the

Dr-Nakarawa-Tribunal-Case Feature

21 days ago

Funding constraints slow down filling of iTaukei customary titles across Fiji

Funding limitations is one of the major challenges in filling iTaukei customary titles by the Ministry of iTaukei Affairs as the process remains costly and time-consuming

iTaukei-Affairs

21 days ago

Sri Sathya Sai Specialist Centre to open in Lautoka tomorrow

Good news for the people of Fiji as the new Sri Sathya Sai Specialist Centre will open tomorrow in Viseisei, Lautoka to provide specialized services. Sai Medical Servi

Health

21 days ago

Garam Pani Shiv Mandir opens in Tabia, Labasa

People of Tabia, Labasa will now enjoy a more accessible and vibrant space for worship and cultural activities following the completion of the newly constructed Garam Pan

Religion

21 days ago

Police to conduct mock search and rescue exercise at Suva Harbour tomorrow

People in Suva and the central business district need not to be worried tomorrow as Police will conduct a mock search and rescue exercise in the Suva Harbour tomorrow.

Police

21 days ago

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints celebrate 70 years in Fiji with launch of commemorative book

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have gathered to celebrate a remarkable milestone, 70 years of the Church’s presence in Fiji, with the launch

LDS-Fiji Feature

21 days ago

Compain calls out Health Minister after comments that Rome was not built in a day when talking about the health care system

Health Minister, Doctor Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu has been called out by International Women's Association Fiji President, Judy Compain after his comments that "Rome was not

Health Feature

21 days ago

Taveuni’s Waiyevo Hospital undergoes major refurbishment to strengthen health services

A major refurbishment of the Waiyevo Subdivisional Hospital in Taveuni is set to transform healthcare delivery for more than 17,000 people across Taveuni and nearby marit

Health

21 days ago

Bose Vanua to deliberate on Namosi Burial site proposal- Tui Namosi

Landowners in Namosi have raised objections after comments made by Fiji Corrections Service Deputy Commissioner, Auta Moceisuva that they are looking at Namosi as a possi

Namosi Feature

21 days ago

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