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FWCC calls out Police for intimidation while ACP Driu says they are there to ensure safety
The Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre is calling out the Police for intimidation after a truck load of po
11 hours ago
Son of late former CRW member files report against Bainimarama
Police have today confirmed that the son of a former CRW member has filed a report with the Police r
18 hours ago
Women are still being hurt despite a DVRO – Ali
The Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre is concerned with how some Police Officers handle Domestic Violence
16 hours ago

Mataiciwa appointed as the Supervisor of Elections
Ana Mataiciwa has been appointed as the Supervisor of Elections while Finau Nagera has been appointe
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14 hours ago
109-year-old shares girmit memories ahead of Girmit Day
As we commemorate Girmit Day this weekend, 109-year-old Gangamma has shared the struggles she and he
14 hours ago
Mataiciwa humbled by appointment as the new substantive Supervisor of Elections
Newly appointed Supervisor of Elections Ana Salaivalu Mataiciwa says she is humbled and full of grat
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14 hours ago

Fiji Airways to assist customers affected by Air Vanuatu grounding flights
Fiji Airways will assist Fijian nationals that was affected by the grounding of Air Vanuatu flights
14 hours ago
Gavoka stresses on govt support to revive sugar industry
We are committed to supporting the revival and sustainability of the sugar industry, and we are prep
16 hours ago
Netanyahu says Israel can 'stand alone' if US halts arms shipments
Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that Israel can stand alone after the US warned it
14 hours ago

Vernacular language should be compulsory in school curriculum - Chaudhry
Former Prime Minister and Fiji Labour Party Leader Mahendra Chaudhry says the Hindi and iTaukei lang
19 hours ago
Investigation underway on leaked photos of Bainimarama and Qiliho from prison
The Fiji Corrections Service has apologized to the Bainimarama and Qiliho families for the disclosur
16 hours ago
12-year-old boy drowns in Wainibuka River
A 12-year-old boy has drowned on Wednesday afternoon in the Wainibuka River. The boy from Nayavu
22 hours ago

Bainimarama will continue to remain the leader of FijiFirst - Sayed-Khaiyum
Former FijiFirst Party General Secretary, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum stresses that Voreqe Bainimarama is th
2 days ago
Fiji Airways makes record Profit before Income Tax of $131.81M
The Fiji Airways Group has announced a record Profit before Income Tax of $131.81 million and Operat
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10/05/2024
2024 Coca-Cola Games incident-free - LTA Board Chairman
The 2024 Coca-Cola Games was one of the successful and incident-free event which not only showcased the remarkable talent of our young athletes but also marked a signific
18 hours ago
Hailey and Justin Bieber announce pregnancy
Hailey and Justin Bieber have announced they are expecting their first child. The couple shared a video and images of Hailey, 27, debuting her bump in a white lace dre
19 hours ago
Commonwealth confirms support for Fiji’s climate action strategies
The Commonwealth has confirmed its commitment and support for Fiji’s climate action strategies on adaptation, mitigation and resilience building. This is following a
19 hours ago

Ministries advised to release civil servants to participate in 145th Girmit Day commemoration
Ministries have been advised to extend their support towards the commemoration of the 145th Girmit Day celebration by releasing their civil servants to participate in org
21 hours ago
New ‘Lord of the Rings’ film coming in 2026
The Oscar-winning team behind the nearly $6 billion blockbuster “Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” trilogies is reuniting to produce two new films. The first
21 hours ago
Health Ministry silent on delayed advisory for recalled Enalapril tablets
The Ministry of Health has yet to give a reason as to why a public advisory was not issued earlier for the recall of Ray ENAP-10 Enalapril Maleate 10mg and 5mg tablets an
21 hours ago

Two people to front court today for alleged deception
Two people will front court today for allegedly dishonestly obtaining money from a member of the public through the mobile money transfer app. Police say a 28-year-old
21 hours ago
Vanua Day for Girmit celebrations today - Kiran
As we approach the Girmit Day celebrations, a Vanua Day is going to be held today to show gratitude to the Taukei Vidilo and Tui Vuda for giving their blessings to have t
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09/05/2024
Sayed-Khaiyum files complaint over alleged social media incitement targeting Muslims
FijiFirst Party member Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum has filed a complaint with the CID alleging incitement regarding a social media post by Semi Tukana While speaking during a
1 day ago
Police initiate internal disciplinary proceedings for Officers at the Valelevu Police Station – ACP Driu
Assistant Commissioner of Police Operations (ACP) Livai Driu says internal disciplinary proceedings have been initiated against officers based at the Valelevu Police Stat
2 days ago
Rabuka in London to discuss maritime security and counter-terrorism, cyber defence
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka is in London to discuss areas of concern for Fiji, particularly in maritime security, counter-terrorism, Cyber defence, and protection of c
2 days ago

Fiji’s strong relationship with the UK reaffirmed after PM Rabuka met with King Charles III
The strong and enduring relationship between Fiji and the United Kingdom was reaffirmed after Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka met with His Majesty King Charles III at Buck
2 days ago
UniFiji and University of Bradford plan to sign MOU on Peace Studies Programme
The University of Fiji and the University of Bradford in the United Kingdom are planning to sign a Memorandum of Understanding on the Peace Studies Programme to establish
2 days ago
Death of 29-year-old man classified as murder
Police have classified the death of a 29-year-old man in his Caubati home on 4th May as murder. A post mortem exam was conducted and the case classified as murder.
2 days ago

68 vendors penalised for operating illegal market stalls – Nasinu Town Council
68 vendors have been penalised so far this year for operating illegal market stalls. This was highlighted by Nasinu Town Council Special Administrator, Felix Magnus wh
2 days ago
Frank Hilton hopes to collect $300,000 in Amazing Wheelbarrow Race 2024
The Frank Hilton Organisation aims to collect $300,000 during the Amazing Wheelbarrow Race 2024, which will be held on the 20th of July at Albert Park in Suva. 22 team
2 days ago
Bainimarama disqualified to be election candidate until 2032 after conviction
Former Prime Minister and FijiFirst Party Leader, Voreqe Bainimarama will not be eligible to contest the general elections until 2032 based on the constitution following
2 days ago

We will file application for bail pending appeal - Sharma
The defence counsel for former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama and suspended Police Commissioner, Sitiveni Qiliho will file an appeal against the conviction. Devanes
2 days ago
Have your voices heard – Fiji Media Council Chair
Fiji Media Council Chair Agatha Ferei Furivai says the role of the press is very important and the responsibility is to ensure all reports by journalists are balanced.
2 days ago
Bainimarama sentenced to 1 year in prison while Qiliho sentenced to 2 years imprisonment
Former Prime Minister, Voreqe Bainimarama has been sentenced to 1 year imprisonment after being found guilty of one count of attempt to pervert the course of justice in t
2 days ago

Heightened security outside High Court for Bainimarama and Qiliho sentencing
There is a heightened sense of security outside the Suva High Court for the sentencing of former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama and suspended Police Commissioner, Siti
2 days ago
Water supply to progressively normalise from this morning - WAF
Thousands of people residing in Princes Road, Tamavua and Sakoca including Upper Ragg Avenue, Khalsa, Tacirua Heights, Samabula and other parts of Suva who have been with
2 days ago
FIJI Water says decision to strike by workers is unlawful
FIJI Water has today stated that the decision to strike by workers who are members of the National Union of Workers is unlawful because these issues have been submitted t
2 days ago

Bainimarama and Qiliho to be sentenced at 11am today
Acting Chief Justice, Salesi Temo will sentence former Prime Minister, Voreqe Bainimarama and suspended Police Commissioner, Sitiveni Qiliho in the USP matter at 11 this
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08/05/2024
Informal mediation begins between the workers and Natural Waters of Viti Limited (Fiji Water)
Representatives of Natural Waters of Viti Limited (Fiji Water) workers based at the Yaqara factory in Ra and the Naikabula depot in Lautoka have started informal mediatio
2 days ago
Litiana Miller highlights the experiences and struggles of being a successful Fijian athlete
As mothers in Fiji look forward to celebrating Mother's Day this Sunday, fitness instructor and former gold medal winner for Fiji at the South Pacific Games Litiana Waqai
3 days ago
Illicit drug issues in Fiji are in a really big mess – AG
Attorney General Siromi Turaga says the illicit drug issues in Fiji are in a really big mess today as he has been informed that those involved included some people at the
3 days ago

FMA appreciative of MIDA repeal but more needs to be done
Fijian Media Association President and Fiji Sun Managing Editor Rosi Doviverata says while the media is appreciative of the repeal of the Media Industry Development Autho
3 days ago
AG says press freedom a human right and journalists need to report freely without fear
Despite the challenges faced by journalists in the last 16 years, they still persevered and updated the public on the situation on what is happening in our country and ar
3 days ago
Police urge parents to spend quality time with their children this holidays
Parents are urged to spend quality time with their children and keep communicating with them during this two-week school holiday to prevent accidents from happening. T
3 days ago

Subrail Park to undergo $65,000 renovation
About $65,000 will be spent on the renovation of the Subrail Park in Labasa for the Fiji FACT tournament, which includes the newly built-in toilets, players' room upgrade
3 days ago
People in parts of Suva without water supply for 7 days
People living along Princes Road in Tamavua and Sakoca including Upper Ragg Avenue, Khalsa and Tacirua Heights have been without water supply for 7 days now and no indica
3 days ago
Youth Club to construct village footpath so the elderly do not walk on muddy grounds
The Karoko Village Youth group in Cakaudrove have taken the initiative to construct the village footpath to ensure their elderly are not stepping on muddy grounds and to
3 days ago

Yue Lai Hotel owner disappointed with defamatory claims by 60 Minutes Australia
The owner of Yue Lai Hotel, Fugang Zhao has expressed his disappointment with the blatant disregard for journalist ethics and defamatory claims against him by Nick Mckenz
3 days ago
Nasinu residents demand action over poor Council Services
Residents of Nasinu are concerned about the poor service provided by the Nasinu Town Council as many have faced drainage and issues of solid waste collection and nothing
3 days ago
Met Gala: Katy Perry says mum conned by fake AI pic
AI-generated images of Katy Perry and Rihanna at the Met Gala have been going viral on social media. Neither of the singers were present at the event, but that did
3 days ago

Singh, Kiran and Chaudhry to appear on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan at 8 tonight
Minister for Multi Ethnic Affairs, Charan Jeath Singh, Assistant Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Sashi Kiran and former Prime Minister and Fiji Labour
3 days ago
27 year old Susana Ledua missing since Monday
Police are seeking assistance in locating 27-year-old Susana Ledua who was reported missing at the Sigatoka Police Station on Monday. They say Ledua was last seen on t
3 days ago

07/05/2024
12-year-old Zulfiya reported missing at Namaka Police Station
Police are seeking assistance in locating 12-year-old Shayana Zulfiya who was reported missing at the Namaka Police Station. Police say Zulfiya left home on the 4th of
4 days ago
Family seeks help in locating a 76-year-old Rasidan Bali
A family from Newtown settlement in Khalsa are seeking assistance in locating 76-year-old Rasidan Bali who has been reported missing at the Totogo Police station. Wh
4 days ago
Minister for Lands meeting with Nabukebuke deferred after a request by the mataqali
The meeting of the Mataqali Nabukebuke with the Minister for Lands and Mineral Resources Filimoni Vosarogo has been deferred to after the 24th of May 2024 following a req
4 days ago

Girmit descendant calls for 99-year leases ahead of Girmit Day commemoration
As we prepare to commemorate Girmit Day on Monday, girmit descendant and Labasa Town Council Special Administration Chair Paul Jaduram says the Indo-Fijian population sti
4 days ago
MOH urging members of the public to take precautions on flu-like illness cases on the rise
The Ministry of Health & Medical Services is urging members of the public to take adequate precautions against flu-like illness after noting an increase in reports of
4 days ago
Girmit Day Celebrations to include soccer, netball and golf competitions
The Girmit Day commemoration at the Girmit Multicultural Centre in Lautoka will feature thrilling sports competitions such as soccer, netball and golf, further enriching
4 days ago

People along Tamavua and Sakoca without water supply for 6 days
No time frame has been given by the Water Authority of Fiji on when water supply will normalise in Tamavua and Sakoca including Upper Ragg Avenue, Khalsa and Tacirua Heig
4 days ago
Drugs and kava affecting young people’s decision-making skills - FNU
Drugs and kava are something universities really need to look into and the health sector needs to do more awareness on it, as it is affecting the young people’s decisio
FNU
4 days ago
Fiji Water workers on strike, Anthony says some in management are encouraging workers to resign from the union
As Natural Waters of Viti Limited (Fiji Water) workers based at the Yaqara factory in Ra and the Naikabula depot in Lautoka continue their strike this afternoon, National
4 days ago

Fiji Tourism Exchange expects a record of one million visitors this year
The Fijian Tourism Exchange is expecting an anticipated record of one million visitors this year, the Acting Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation Vi
4 days ago
There are always opportunities to take - Byrne
Swire Shipping Fijian Drua coach Mick Byrne says there are always opportunities to take following their 28-20 loss against the Brumbies in their Shop N Save Super Rugby P
4 days ago
No public advice given on MOH issuing recall of blood pressure tablet batches to businesses
There is no urgent advisory issued to the people after the Ministry of Health issued an immediate recall notice to all pharmacies and pharmacists of the listed batches o
4 days ago

Vosarogo to meet with Namosi landowners tomorrow
Minister for Lands, Filimoni Vosarogo confirms that he will meet with the Namosi landowners regarding the Special Prospecting License tomorrow. He says the postponemen
4 days ago
Hamas says it accepts Gaza truce deal, as Israel readies Rafah operation
Hamas says it has approved a ceasefire deal for Gaza put forward by Qatari and Egyptian mediators. It is not yet known exactly what the group has agreed to - and wheth
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06/05/2024
Aspen Medical partners with Ronald McDonald House Charities
Aspen Medical has launched the Hospitality Cart Program with Ronald McDonald House Charities Fiji (RMHC) at the Lautoka Hospital to provide comprehensive support to famil
5 days ago
Employers should differentiate between University and Vocational graduates to make use of their strengths – USP
Employers should be able to differentiate between university and vocational graduates to make use of their strengths. University of the South Pacific Deputy Vice Chance
5 days ago
Tabuya works with FWCC to assess the needs of young mother and her children
Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Lynda Tabuya says she has reached out to the Fiji Women's Crisis Centre as well as the Ministry's Women's Interest Off
5 days ago

Vakaloloma remanded for allegedly murdering a man outside a Suva Motel in 2022
A 24-year-old man who is charged with the alleged murder of another 24-year-old man in 2022 has been remanded in custody by the Suva Magistrates Court. Ledua Vakalolom
5 days ago
Nabekavu road works scheduled to take place this month – FRA
Following concerns raised by residents of Nabekavu, Labasa regarding poor road conditions in their area, the Fiji Roads Authority says they have assessed the road and it
FRA
5 days ago
Fiji media freedom ranking improves from 102/180 to 44/180 – Reporters Without Borders
Fiji has received a much improved ranking based on the latest assessment by global press freedom watchdog, Reporters Without Borders where we have been ranked 44 out of 1
5 days ago

Church leaders in the Pacific to come together and fight against climate change
There is a need for climate change to be stopped and the Church leaders in the Pacific are required to come together and share solutions relating to the issues before it
5 days ago
52 people charged with serious crimes in April, 8 juveniles amongst the accused
Eight of the 52 accused persons charged in relation to serious crimes in April were juveniles. The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions confirms the juveniles
5 days ago
People raise serious concerns about daylight car break-in outside Colourmarket
People are raising serious concerns after a video emerged on social media of a man stoning the window of a parked car outside Colourmarket at Lakeba Street in Samabula in
5 days ago

Nabekavu residents raise concerns regarding poor road conditions
Serious concerns have been raised by residents of Nabekavu in Labasa about their poor road conditions. Residents say this has caused issues like mechanical problems fo
5 days ago
More interpreters needed at polling stations - Fiji Association of the Deaf
There needs to be more interpreters and sign language experts present at polling stations to assist deaf people and people with disabilities to understand the processes b
5 days ago
24-year-old man charged for alleged murder of man in 2022
A 24-year-old man has been charged with the alleged murder of a 24-year-old man in 2022. The man is alleged to have seriously assaulted the 24-year-old victim with an
5 days ago

Cancer survivor calls for Health ministry to have better plans in place for patients treatment
Jiu Tikoitoga who was diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2020 is calling on the Ministry of Health and Medical Services to have better plans in place for patient's treatme
5 days ago
Aiden Sezer facing four-game ban for hip drop, Newcastle Knights beat the Warriors, Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks beat St George Illawarra Dragons
West Tigers will be without halfback Aiden Sezer for at least four weeks after he was hit with a lengthy ban for a hip drop tackle in Saturday's contest with the Bulldogs
5 days ago
Water supply in Samabula and Tamavua to normalise
Good news as water supply for thousands of people living along Princes Road, Samabula and Tamavua who have been without water or had low water pressure since Thursday wer
5 days ago

Madonna's free Brazil concert at Rio's Copacabana beach attracts more than 1.6 million fans
Madonna put on a free concert in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday night with throngs of fans flocking to see the pop idol on Brazil's famous Copacabana beach. The show was t
5 days ago

05/05/2024
Kuruleca pursues legal redress relating to music video Buna as no written approval sought
Permanent Secretary for Education, Selina Kuruleca says as the manager of all government schools, she is pursuing legal redress presently in relation to the shooting of a
5 days ago
Fiji Airways Nadi to Savusavu flights affected due to weather conditions
The adverse weather conditions in Savusavu have affected four flights that are scheduled between Nadi and Savusavu today according to Fiji Airways. Fiji Airways says f
6 days ago
FA and Company sponsors Mokani Rugby Club and Eastern Saints Rugby
The Mokani Rugby Club in Tailevu has received a sponsorship of $4,000, while Eastern Saints Rugby received their rugby kits valued at $8,000 from FA and Company. The H
6 days ago

Fiji calls for urgent action on climate financing at ADB meeting
There is an urgency to build climate-resilient infrastructure and adaptation strategies and if you do not do it now, the cost of doing it later would be too much and coul
6 days ago
Fijian culture take centre stage during the International Alliance of Waste Pickers in Argentina
The Fijian culture took centre stage during the International Alliance of Waste Pickers Congress in Argentina as the Acting General Secretary, Lucía Fernández, presided
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6 days ago
Farmer urges youth to consider farming after harvesting 960kg dragon fruit worth $14,000
A dragon fruit farmer in the Western Division is encouraging women and youths with arable land to seriously think of farming for a living, as he has not regretted venturi
6 days ago

International Youth Fellowship provides solution to people's problems and build character - Kiran
Groups such as International Youth Fellowship provide solution to people's problems and build their characters. These were the words of Assistant Minister for Women, C
6 days ago
Thousands in Samabula and Tamavua facing water supply issues
Thousands of people living along Princes Road, Samabula and Tamavua have been without water or have low water pressure since Thursday as continuous heavy rain has resulte
6 days ago
Ratu Wiliame applauds Lau Education Charitable Trust for investing in education
The President, Ratu Wiliame Katonivere has applauded the Lau Education Charitable Trust for raising funds to source educational equipment for school-age children in all 4
6 days ago

Queensland MP says she was drugged and sexually assaulted
Police in Australia have launched an investigation following a complaint by Queensland MP Brittany Lauga that she was drugged and sexually assaulted. The Assistant Min
6 days ago
Singapore 7s: Fijiana to face New Zealand in semi finals
The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s side will meet New Zealand in the HSBC Singapore 7s semi finals after defeating Japan 12-10 in the quarter finals. Ana Maria Naimasi and Ad
6 days ago
New goat shed for 56-year-old Legalega farmer
56-year-old livestock farmer Bhan Pratap was over the moon after his new goat shed was commissioned by the Assistant Minister for Agriculture, Tomasi Tunabuna. Pratap
6 days ago

FTUC calls for $6 per hour minimum wage
The Fiji Trades Union Congress is calling on the government to increase the national minimum wage to $6 per hour. The FTUC has launched the FTUC National Minimum Wage
6 days ago
Police investigate alleged Police officer misconduct widely shared on social media
Police have opened an investigation on the alleged conduct of a police officer who was mentioned in a video that is being widely circulated on social media. Police say
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