The Fiji Roads Authority has confirmed that a team has been deployed to check the Nailawa Bridge in Tailevu after it collapsed yesterday due to heavy rain and rising wate
As the festive season approaches, Minister for Women and Children Sashi Kiran says health and community advocates continue to warn that men remain disproportionately affe
We are aware that almost 100 percent of the 200 dollar Back to School assistance will not be used for its intended purpose if we disburse it now, so we want to ensure tha
A Heavy Rain Alert remains in force for the entire country.
The Nadi Weather Office also maintains a Flash Flood Alert for the Southern and Central Eastern Divisions—c
Assistance from the Australian Federal Police and New Zealand Police has been requested as Fijian authorities investigate allegations that 7 police officers colluded with
Several areas in the Central Division are experiencing power outages following adverse weather conditions over the past 12 to 18 hours.
Energy Fiji Limited says its te
8,076 cases of unlawful possession of marijuana and 861 cases of methamphetamine were recorded by the Police from 2022 to October 2025.
This was revealed by Police Com
People are urged to take necessary precautions as the heavy rain alert remains in force for the whole of Fiji.
The Nadi Weather Office says a trough of low pressure wi
Senior Content Director expressed his gratitude to all listeners for their continued support and love for the show as 5 to 6 Masala Mix scoops Best Hindi show award.Senio
Almost every child who lives on the street has HIV and AIDS.This has been confirmed by the Minister for Children, Sashi Kiran while speaking during Queen Victoria School
Alex Elbourne and Victoria Vollmer of Communication Fiji Limited's Legend FM Breakfast Show have expressed their delight after being named Best Show or Personality at las
The Fiji Airways Men’s 7s team will take the field tonight in the second semi-final of the Cape Town 7s, facing Argentina in what is expected to be a thrilling showdown
Rusiate Junior Saini, originally from Nakalou Village in Macuata and one of the 17 young men who graduated today from the Tagane Mai Program by Inspire Pacific, has issue
As members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints begin their journey for the Strength of Youth Fiji 2025 – Look Unto Christ Conference, young single adults
A police officer has been while conducting checks with Land Transport Authority officers along Naseakula road Labasa yesterday.Police confirm the incident occurred at
The Fiji Airways Men’s National 7s side is through to the semi-finals of the HSBC SVNS Cape Town 7s after defeating New Zealand 35-5 this morning, and they will face Ar
As the FAME Awards 2025 returned after 17 years, celebrating excellence, freedom, and resilience in Fiji’s media industry, fijivillage News Director Vijay Narayan says
A police officer is among 10 drivers arrested for drunk-driving during the Random Breath Test (RBT) operations along the Nadi–Namaka corridor last night.
Police confi
A giant Christmas tree adorned with red and gold baubles stands in the West Bank city of Bethlehem for the first time since 2022.The Palestinian city, revered by Christia
The body of the woman who was found motionless on Friday night at a Park in Lautoka, has been identified by the family. Police say the woman is believed to be 20 and 30 y
Villagers from Naveilolo, Delakado, Vorovoro, Natadrave, and Nakoroni in Tailevu were unable to cross the Nailawa Bridge this morning after it collapsed following heavy r
A flash flood alert remains in force for the Southern and Central Eastern Division from Navua, Suva, Nausori to Tailevu North and Ovalau, Kadavu, and Southern Vanua Levu
The US National Park Service is removing Martin Luther King Jr Day and Juneteenth from its list of fee-free entrance days.
The move is part of President Donald Trump's
Thousands come out to have a night of fun and entertainment as the Navtarang Sargam Bollywood Dhamaka Show returned to Subrail Park to create an electrifying atmosphere a
The Fiji Airways Men’s National 7s side defeated Great Britain 21-17 in the HSBC SVNS Dubai 7s to keep their cup contention alive.
The match was intense as both team
Four people have been arrested after custard and apple crumble were flung at a display case containing part of the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London.
Police were cal
The Fiji Achievement in Media Excellence (FAME) Awards 2025 has made a long-awaited return after 17 years, with Communications Fiji Limited (CFL) securing several major a
The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s side demolished Great Britain 40-0 in their second pool match at the HSBC SVNS Dubai 7s.
The Fijiana side scored six unanswered tries.
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The Fiji Airways Men’s National 7s side went down 24-21 to hosts South Africa in their first pool match of the HSBC SVNS Cape Town 7s.
Shilton van Wyk was the hero f
The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s side lost to the USA 15-7 in their opening pool match at the HSBC SVNS Cape Town 7s.
The Fijiana side started strong, putting pressure on t
The role of the Hindi language in its continued growth and social media pressure has been highlighted at the National Manak Hindi Conference at the University of Fij
People in the North are extremely excited and eagerly awaiting the Navtarang/Sargam Bollywood Dhamaka Show tonight at Subrail Park, Labasa.Labasa Barber Shop owner, Thako
83 students from Ba Andhra Sangam School, Tagitagi Sangam School, and Tagore Memorial School have graduated from Brighter Minds Fiji after gaining cognitive and sensory s
With HIV cases emerging in Rotuma and fears that the festive season could accelerate transmission, youth representative Inoke Mani says urgent education and open discussi
Discipline and defence were key weaknesses in the Fiji Airways Men's National team's disappointing performance at the Dubai 7s, and both are now major priorities as the
It will be a memorable night packed with fun and laughter for some of the residents of the Golden Age Home in Labasa, who will enjoy the Navtarang/Sargam Bollywood Dhamak
Police are requesting public assistance in identifying an iTaukei woman found lying motionless near a tree at Fenner Park yesterday.
They say the woman is believed to be
As the Fiji Airways Men’s National 7s team prepares to take the field at the Cape Town 7s tonight, coach Osea Kolinisau says the squad is focusing on maintaining mental
The Queen Victoria School community gathered this morning at My Suva Park for to speak up against violence against women and girls.
While speaking at the “QVS Stride
Savusavu man, Tolu Young has set a new Fiji record and personal best at the US Open Swim Championships, clocking 55.27 seconds in the 100 metre butterfly event.The 19-yea
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a woman in Veisari, Lami this morning. They say the partner is in custody at Totogo Police Station an
After beating the USA in the pool stages at the Dubai 7s, the Fijiana 7s team will face them again in Cape Town and are prepared for the revenge the Americans are plannin
A total of 14 drivers, including a 17-year-old, were arrested last night for drink-driving along the Namaka-Nadi corridor.
The arrests were made by the Traffic Enforceme
Russian President Vladimir Putin has said Moscow is ready to provide "uninterrupted shipments" of fuel to India, as Delhi faces pressure from the US to stop buying Russia
Fijian rugby icon Waisele Serevi is urging Fiji's legal fraternity to uphold integrity, humility, and service as the nation undertakes significant legal and constitutiona
Findings from the Fiji Disabled People’s Federation and the Disability Rights Fund survey show that during COVID-19, 24 percent of respondents experienced physical viol
A $140,000 renovation project, funded through a donation by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has seen the soft-launch of the Empower Pacific Suva Counsell
The Fijian Elections Office has confirmed the publication of applications from two proposed political parties.
Speaking to the media, Supervisor of Elections Ana Matai
The principle of free, prior, informed consent or the requirement for effective consultations is crucial to the reform of our laws on native land and the Attorney General
A platform for open discussion on opportunities, constraints, and pathways to improve tourism outcomes in Vanua Levu and Taveuni was the main focus for discussion by Tour
A proud moment for Fiji’s creative industry is on the horizon, as Vou Dance Company prepares to make history on two of New Zealand’s major arts stages next year.The N
A family is left homeless after a property fire completely destroyed their one-bedroom home in Navicula Village, Korovou, on Wednesday afternoon.The National Fire Authori
An electrical fire occurred in one of the rooms of the Maternity Unit's Ante-Natal Care Department at the CWM Hospital.The fire has been controlled.Health Minister, Docto
This festive season, Tanoa International Hotel held their annual tree lighting ceremony, featuring a Wishing Tree where each card hanging from the tree represents a child
As the Labasa Airport will be closed for about 6 weeks from February 16th next year, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Civil Aviation Viliame Gavoka says they are ma
Survivor of gender-based violence, Cavu Bogidrau, shared her experience of a painful marriage cycle, describing how domestic violence rarely begins with a punch but often
The fact that we have had four Constitutions means that we have tried and failed to establish a foundation that is acceptable to the majority of the people.That is the co
The refurbishment of the Yatu Lau Arcade in Suva is expected to create more job opportunities and improve services for the people, as the modernized complex sits in the h
A Heavy Rain Alert is now in force for the southern and eastern parts of Viti Levu, Kadavu and nearby smaller islands, Lau and Lomaivitigroups.The Nadi Weather Office sa
The Rarawai Mill in Ba reopens today following successful restoration works.
Farmers are advised that normal cane delivery to the Rarawai Mill will resume from today.
As the Navtarang/Sargam Bollywood Dhamaka Show returns to the North after 12 years, Radio Sargam personality Jai Prasad says he is thrilled to perform in his hometown.Pra
Fijian PALM worker Mosese Soqeta Saresarevata has become the first recipient of a landmark AUD$200,000 insurance payout, an extraordinary legacy born from a simple six-do
It is history in the making as Tolu Young is the first ever Fijian swimmer to make it to the US Open Championships Men's 50 metres freestyle finals tonight.Young qualif
Fijian PALM worker Mosese Soqeta Saresarevata has become the first recipient of a landmark AUD$200,000 insurance payout, an extraordinary legacy born from a simple six-do
The National Referendum Bill has been tabled in Parliament tonight to establish clear, transparent and accountable processes that will ensure any national referendum is c
While contributing to the debate, Opposition MP Jone Usamate says there are a lot of things in the Bill that are already protected to some extent in the Constitution, but
A cheeky raccoon caused a late-night stir in Hanover County, USA, after it broke into a liquor store, helped itself to a boozy feast, and passed out next to the toilet.
About 20 percent of the working population are members of the union and concerns are being raised on the fee proposed in the Employment Relations Bill requiring non-union
With 110 suicide‑related cases recorded between January to August this year in Fiji, the country's largest Hindu organisation, Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha is c
34 tenants from the Public Rental Board (PRB) Mead Road Estate have moved out, while the Ministry of iTaukei Affairs and the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development co
As online abuse is expected to increase as we get closer to next year’s election, Online Safety Commissioner Filipe Batiwale says they will coordinate with the Fijian E
Fiji has been receiving between 1,800 and 8,200 reports of suspected online child abuse in recent years through the US National Centre for Missing and Exploited Children,
Minister for Policing, Ioane Naivalurua has stressed that he has never heard a statement suggesting that the police could be used as a tool to threaten our people.Na
More than 7,000 seedlings from California will be nurtured in Waiqele, where a newly built greenhouse propagation facility has been established as The Wonderful Company,
Minister for Fisheries and Forestry, Alitia Bainivalu says the use of chemicals to protect timber from termite attack is the only solution.
While emphasising the main
A California doctor was sentenced to 2-1/2 years in prison on Wednesday for illegally supplying "Friends" sitcom star Matthew Perry with ketamine, the powerful sedative t
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
A California doctor was sentenced to 2-1/2 years in prison on Wednesday for illegally supplying "Friends" sitcom star Matthew Perry with ketamine, the powerful sedative t
Two teenage boys have been charged over a weekend fire that has extensively damaged a school in south-west New South Wales.The blaze broke out in a two-storey building at
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 Lee,
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
Emergency services have put out a brake fire which was sparked moments after a plane landed at Brisbane Airport.Vision posted to social media showed firefighters working
Fiji entered a new chapter of digital transformation today as Telecom Fiji Limited officially launched its 5G network, an advancement expected to redefine how Fijians liv
Minister for Immigration, Viliame Naupoto, confirms that the Ministry continues to be efficient but are making sure that security is not compromised in the process.
Th
Nasivikoso District School in the interior of Ba has made history this year after all it's Year 8 students achieved a 100 percent pass rate in the external examination fo
It’s sad to say that, not only in Fiji, but in all Pacific islands, we are still using Facebook in a detrimental way.This has been highlighted to fijivillage News by Mi
Tropical Disturbance 01F, currently near the French Polynesia group of islands, will have no effect on Fiji.
The Nadi Weather Office has confirmed to fijivillage News
Great news for the people of the Northern Division, as they have the chance to win amazing prizes at the Navtarang Sargam Bollywood Dhamaka Show at Subrail Park, Labasa.
Two people have passed away due leptospirosis in the Northern Division as the Health Ministry is urging the public to take immediate precautionary measures.
The Minist
It was an evening dedicated to celebrating corporate excellence at the South Pacific Stock Exchange Awards, where both listed and unlisted companies were honoured for the
Suicides has been a growing concern in the country, with the National Committee on the Prevention of Suicide reporting that from January to August this year, Fiji recorde
Studying in candlelight and by using lamps during rainy weather has paid off for Shaniska Saiyogita Prasad of Ahmadiyya Muslim College in Dreketi as she has received the
2025 Dux recipient of Bhawani Dayal Arya College, Amrita Sonya Narayan plans to pursue university studies in the area of Computer Science and Software Engineering.
Nar
There are delays in teachers’ allowance payments and this is due to ongoing verification processes.
This was shared by Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro in Parl
Makelesi Inise Bui Savua from Tobu Village in Ra has been named the Dux of Nasinu Secondary School, earning the highest overall score in Year 13.
Savua, a pure science
Nitishkannan Rajeshkannan, who is originally from Chennai in India, has scooped the Mahatma Gandhi Memorial High School 2025 Dux Award.
He has dedicated his success to
As 31 percent of Year 8 students have failed their exam and are being encouraged to repeat, Education Minister Aseri Radrodro has stressed that there is enough space in t
Leader of Opposition Inia Seruiratu says the Republic of Fiji Military Forces have presented their matilingasau to the Great Council of Chiefs but the question remains wh
It is a memorable day for 304 students who graduated from the University of Fiji’s Saweni Campus in Lautoka this morning.
The students graduated from the Centre for
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
Serious concerns are being raised about the current state of Jasper Williams High School, with former students and families calling for urgent intervention by the Ministr
An elderly couple have tragically passed away in a fire in Valemasima Road, Votualevu, Nadi early this morning.
They resided with their son Uden Chand, his wife and so
One of the last Fabergé eggs in private hands sold for £22.9 million (almost FJD$70 million), with fees, yesterday, breaking its own record as the most expensive work b
An 80-year-old man has been charged with four counts of rape and two counts of sexual assault of his 12-year-old granddaughter while in another case a 69-year-old man has
Travelling from Navua to Suva every morning has finally paid off for Gospel High School’s Dux, Kym Aptinko, who scored 338 out of 400, the highest average in the school
With Christmas fast approaching and households preparing their festive feasts, Legend FM is celebrating the season by inviting listeners to share one of Fiji’s most bel
Member of Parliament, Manoa Kamikamica’s counsel, Wylie Clarke has filed an application to stay the proceedings on the grounds that Lavi Rokoika’s appointment as Acti
Speaker of Parliament, Filimone Jitoko is the new Chancellor of the University of Fiji.
Jitoko was formally installed this morning during the UniFiji graduation ceremo
The Fiji Police Force has completed their investigation into the conduct of a police officer based at the Navua Police Station, who was the subject of a viral video widel
A 18-year-old man of Sawakasa Village in Tailevu will appear in the Nausori Magistrates Court today charged with one count of damaging property and unlawful wounding.
A licensed real estate agent, Reginald Jokhan has been ordered by the Suva High Court to pay $50,000 to licensed real estate agent, Anand Krishna Goundar for a defamatory
Preparations are in full swing ahead of the highly anticipated Navtarang Sargam Bollywood Dhamaka Show in Labasa this Saturday, with a 35-member troupe set to entertain t
Lawyers for Sean "Diddy" Combs have hit out at a new Netflix documentary produced by rapper 50 Cent, which they say is "a shameful hit piece" that "relied on stolen foota
Vinod Patel and Home & Living, together with the Vinod Patel Foundation, have successfully concluded their impactful month-long Movember campaign, raising over $20,00
The Fiji Year 8 Examination Provisional Results has been released today where 69 percent of the students have passed, same as last year.
Minister for Education, Aseri
The Fiji National Provident Fund continues to play a pivotal role in protecting the retirement savings of Fijians, with total assets reaching $10.6 billion as of June 202
A great deal of hard work and dedication is required to earn the Dux award.
This was highlighted by the Dux recipient for Seaqaqa Central College, Farifta Zunaira Huss
Over 400 residents of River Road, Narere will now have access to a proper road after a 10-year wait.
Resident Mohammed Shahid has expressed immense gratitude and happi
The creation of a Men's Department show a fundamental misunderstanding of gender inequality and the purpose of Fiji's existing gender machinery.
This has been highligh
Employment Minister Agni Deo Singh says there is no provision for a fourth independent party, nor is there a need for one in regards to the Employment Relations Bill.
Miss Labasa calls for kindness toward all pageant contestants, acknowledging the pressure of public scrutiny.
This was raised by Miss Labasa 2025 Peggy Ravusiro after
Anare Vuli Cilicewa, who has been charged with the murder of his 28-year-old defacto partner in October last year, will stand trial in April 2026.
Justice Pita Bulamai
In the spirit of Christmas cheer, FM96, the flagship station for Communications Fiji Limited is running its fun and festive Christmas Dustbusters Promotion, giving one ho
Court exhibits including cash has been stolen from the Lautoka High Court over the weekend.
Police confirm the break in was discovered by a court clerk on Sunday after
Acting Commissioner of Police Aporosa Lutunauga urges parents to strictly supervise their children during the upcoming school holidays.While speaking at the Ratu Sukuna M
Opposition Members of Parliament Jone Usamate and Alvick Maharaj were removed from parliament for an hour and a half this afternoon.
Speaker of Parliament Filimone Jit
18-year-old high school student, Rihaal Kumar, who allegedly caused the death of Sharuf Shaakir Khan at a Suva apartment complex in July this year will undergo a second p
Nine contestants are confirmed to take part in the 2025 Miss Fiji Pageant from next Wednesday and Saturday and Promoting Online Safety – “Think Before You Click” is
Tanya Waqanika, the former candidate for SODELPA and lawyer for former FICAC Commissioner, Barbara Malimali, has been questioned by FICAC.
Waqanika confirms that she w
The country's best media personalities will be recognised this Saturday as the Fiji Achievement In Media Excellence Awards returns after a lapse of 17 years.
Chairman
To manage the high demand, the Ministry of Immigration has announced that the Suva Immigration Office will have extended operating hours from 8.30am to 5pm from this week
Landowners will now have stronger authority over who operates on their land, as the Forestry Bill has been unanimously passed by Parliament which requires that a licence
A 53 year old man has been sentenced to life imprisonment after he pleaded guilty to raping his daughter from when she was 5 to when she was 10 years old.
The Suva man
The Grand Pacific Hotel in Suva was the setting for a historic moment today as the Reserve Bank of Fiji unveiled the country’s newly designed banknotes, marking a major
Disability discrimination is a fundamental betrayal of our nation's commitment to human rights.
The Fiji Trades Union Congress shared this during the workshop on Labou
Although carting harvested cane by rail is cheaper, the Government will not invest in rail infrastructure unless farmers start producing more.
This has been confirmed
The upgrade of the Valelevu Health Centre, which is aligned with the recently approved six-year Pacific Health Highlands Transformation Project, has been highlighted in P
Fiji’s current labour market shortages present a major opportunity to increase the participation of persons with disabilities in the workforce.
Speaking to fijivilla
Communications Fiji Limited, the parent company of LegendFM, FM96, VITIFM, Navtarang, Radio Sargam and fijivillage, has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting youth-focu
Two teenage boys have been charged over a weekend fire that has extensively damaged a school in south-west New South Wales.
The blaze broke out in a two-storey buildin
The death toll in the floods which struck Indonesia last week has now climbed to more than 500, with rescue workers still battling to reach affected areas.
The flo
Two 33-year-old men from Natokamu Settlement in Labasa will front court today for their alleged involvement in the assault of a youth in a sugar cane farm in Labasa.
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With HIV cases rising in Fiji, organisations are urgently calling for stronger support systems for pregnant women living with HIV to protect both mothers and their childr
Concerns have been raised in Parliament over the location of Fiji’s proposed super-speciality hospital in Nasinu, after Opposition MP Alvick Maharaj questioned why the
The Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation has raised concerns that the way the Employment Relations Bill is written is terribly flawed, not written by people familiar wi
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