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Technical education environment is a disaster – Prof. Prasad
Acting Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad says the technical education e
9 hours ago
So much wisdom, knowledge and experience in our communities in terms of sharing ideas – Prof Prasad
There is so much wisdom, knowledge and experience that our people, our institution and our communiti
16 hours ago
More people arrested for illicit drugs over the last 48 hours
Three men were arrested and charged in Nadi earlier this week for unlawful possession of illicit dru
9 hours ago

Continue to work hand in hand to serve the needs of every Fijian - Dr Lalabalavu
Let us continue to work hand in hand, leveraging our expertise, resources, and innovation to create
9 hours ago
Fiji Fashion Week is successful because of passionate designers – Whippy-Knight
Twelve designers have put up a really impressive show at the last day of the Fiji Fashion Week this
18 hours ago
Business Assistance Fiji and Business Link Pacific focus on grassroots entrepreneur - Chand
The General Manager of Business Assistance Fiji and Business Link Pacific Ramesh Chand says phase tw
14 hours ago

World Scabies Program Fiji’s MDA intervention to help reduce the spread of scabies
In a mission to reduce the percentage and prevent the spread of scabies in Fiji, the World Scabies P
16 days ago
Jeremy Renner Breaks Silence On MCU Future 5 Months After Terrifying Accident
After months of working to recover from his terrifying accident, Jeremy Renner has an optimistic upd
14 hours ago
Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse Box Office Smashes Super Mario Bros Movie's 2023 Record
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse has broken a 2023 record set by the runaway hit The Super Mario
16 hours ago

Kawakawa and Donu ban from 1st June
The ban on harvesting of Kawakawa and Donu fish has come into effect from 1st June to the end of Sep
1 day ago
Illicit drug cases increase by 20% between Jan-Apr compared to same period last year
The number of illicit drug cases between January to April has increased by 20 percent this year when
16 hours ago
Fijian Drua creates history by qualifying for playoffs after a 41-17 win over the Reds
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua has created history by qualifying for Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific
1 day ago

Be Drua fans in all weather - Fong
We just want to encourage people to be Fijian Drua fans in all weather, rain or shine and be here fo
1 day ago
Ravouvou wants to make his final home game for Drua a special one
Swire Shipping Fijian Drua outside back Kalaveti Ravouvou wants to make his final home game for the
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03/06/2023
Consumers are urged to be alert as scammers are exposed
Consumers are urged to be alert when dealing with a few individuals or traders operating through social media platforms. The Chief Executive Officer of Consumer Counci
1 day ago
Opinion: Now to the important stuff !!!!
There has been much to discuss around the grog bowls of the nation but before we get on to the serious subjects of Government and Chiefs and multi-ethnic bonding, lets ta
1 day ago
Padma Lakshmi Is Leaving 'Top Chef' After Season 20
After seventeen years of hosting one of the toughest competition reality shows out there, Padma Lakshmi is leaving Top Chef. According to reports, the host's appearanc
2 days ago

Heavy rain warning in force for today
A heavy rain warning is in force for the whole of Fiji. The Weather Office says an active trough of low pressure remains slow moving over Fiji while associated clouds
2 days ago
Business Link Pacific and business support launch its website grant programme
The business Link Pacific grant support program is more focused on assisting micro small and medium-sized enterprises who are involved in or are planning to do something
2 days ago
We will play today like it’s our last game - Derenalagi
We will play today’s game like it is our last as we don’t want to let our fans down. These were the words of Swire Shipping Fijian Drua captain Ratu Meli Derenalag
2 days ago

This is the very best preshow that we have ever had - Whippy-Knight
This is the very best preshow that we have ever had and I am so excited about what was on the runway. Vodafone Fiji Fashion Week Managing Director, Ellen Whippy-Knight
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02/06/2023
Police investigates two fires at Digicel Fiji properties
A team of Police headed by the Divisional Crime Officer Southern is investigating two cases of fires on properties belonging to Digicel Fiji. Assistant Commissioner of
2 days ago
Alert issued to consumers against engaging with certain dodgy electronic dealers
An alert has been issued by the Consumer Council of Fiji to people against engaging with certain dodgy electronics dealers, and the council has also revealed that it has
2 days ago
EFL begins restoring supply to Central Division
Energy Fiji Limited is gradually normalizing the power supply to the Central Division. Power has been restored to Suva, Vatuwaqa, Kinoya, and Nausori. EFL says the
EFL
2 days ago

Water restrictions for people in the Lami-Suva-Nausori corridor lifted
Good news for people living in the Lami-Suva-Nausori area as the water restrictions that were imposed from the 9th of April this year, have now been lifted. Water Auth
WAF
2 days ago
Suspended FijiFirst given until July 15th to comply
The Fijian Elections Office reiterates that the suspended FijiFirst Party has been given 60 days, to comply with the requirement under the Political Parties (Registration
2 days ago
Ministry of Women launches National Action Plan to Prevent Violence Against Women and Girls
The Ministry of Women, Children and Poverty Alleviation today launched the Fiji National Action Plan to Prevent Violence Against Women and Girls in Fiji 2023-2028, and co
2 days ago

Ministry of Women, Children and Poverty Alleviation and FWCC launches National Action Plan to prevent violence against women and girls
The Ministry of Women, Children and Poverty Alleviation in collaboration with the Fiji Women's Crisis Centre today launched the Fiji National Action Plan to prevent domes
2 days ago
Central Division without electricity
The whole of Central Division which is from Serua to Korovou is currently without electricity. Energy Fiji Limited CEO Hasmukh Patel says they are currently trying to
2 days ago
Seeing him mature into the captaincy role is really impressive - Ma’afu
Seeing him come out for the Drua and mature into the captaincy role is really impressive. Former Flying Fijians prop, Campese Ma’afu highlighted this to commentator
3 days ago

Education Summit in August to review curriculum and discuss e-learning, digital literacy and TVET courses
The Education Summit that will be held in August this year will review the curriculum and discussions will focus on e-learning, digital literacy and TVET courses. Whil
3 days ago
24 designers to showcase a diverse clothing collection at the Fiji Fashion Week - Whippy-Knight
A total of 24 designers from Fiji, Australia and New Caledonia will be showcasing a diverse clothing collection at this year’s Vodafone Fiji Fashion Week. Fiji Fash
3 days ago
Prof. Prasad confirms govt will raise tax but is still deciding on the rate
Acting Prime Minister and the Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad says they want to be open about the national budget and are saying they will raise tax but are
3 days ago

FNA concerned about the number of nurses leaving the country due to low salaries
The Fiji Nursing Association is concerned about the number of nurses leaving the country due to low salaries and the quality of support provided to them by the Ministry o
3 days ago
US and Taiwan sign trade deal as China issues warning on 'wrong signals' to independence forces
The United States and Taiwan have signed a trade deal aimed at deepening economic relations between both sides in a move that has sparked a warning from Beijing. The U
3 days ago
Boy found walking alone near Votualevu roundabout this morning
Police are urgently calling for public assistance in identifying a child's parents or guardian after he was found walking alone near the Votualevu roundabout this morning
3 days ago

Fijian Drua to give their all against the Reds tomorrow
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua will be giving their all when they take on the Queensland Reds in their do-or-die Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific clash tomorrow. With t
3 days ago
Police seek public assistance in finding a 10-year-old girl missing from yesterday
Police are seeking public assistance in finding 10-year-old Mili Joyce Silibau who has been missing since yesterday. She went missing after an argument with her family
3 days ago
50 women pass away from domestic violence in the past 10 yrs
50 women in Fiji were allegedly murdered by their partners or killed due to domestic violence in the past 10 years. While speaking during the candlelight vigil to reme
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01/06/2023
Nuku District School receives a boost from BSP Nausori Branch
Teachers and students at Nuku District School were full of smiles today after their school received a significant boost to their school facilities which included the cons
3 days ago
Congestion trial currently being conducted by FRA and Police from Koronivia Rd to Nakasi
For those travelling from Nausori to Suva get ready to face for some traffic as there is currently a congestion trial being conducted between Koronivia Road junction and
3 days ago
We fully understand the concerns of the Army Commander on the application of George Speight and others - Vosarogo
Acting Home Affairs Minister, Filimoni Vosarogo says he fully understands the concerns of the Commander of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, Major General Jone Kaloun
3 days ago

Police step up operations to deal with robberies, drug dealing, glue sniffing and selling of stolen items
Police are stepping up their operations from this month following serious concerns regarding the increasing number of cases relating to attacks, robberies, drug dealing,
3 days ago
FWCC received 569 calls for domestic violence counselling session
The Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre received 569 calls for domestic violence counselling sessions and 1331 calls for repeated counselling sessions from January to April this
3 days ago
Govt looking at tax system that assists the poor – Pro. Prasad
Acting Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad has revealed that there won’t be three VAT rates that people will have to pay as they are looking
3 days ago

CFL has emerged from a turbulent few years in good shape and is ready to tackle very exciting times - Parkinson
CFL has emerged from a turbulent few years in good shape and is ready to tackle very exciting times - Parkinson Communications Fiji Limited Chairman, William Parkinson
3 days ago
We have a debt level to manage which is a challenge and we have to deal with it – Prof. Prasad
We have a debt level that we have to manage and that itself is a challenge and we have to deal with it. Acting Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman
4 days ago
We’re looking at where to increase the tax, whether to increase company tax or VAT as govt also needs income – Prof. Prasad
Acting Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad says they are working on the national budget and looking at where to increase the tax - whether to i
4 days ago

There is an overall shortage of many specialities resulting in backlog of surgeries – Dr Fong
There is an overall shortage of many specialities, surgery is one of them, and this is due to two operating theatres not working, and a shortage of nurses. This has be
4 days ago
Man to front court for allegedly making false representation to obtain $10,000 from FNPF
A 41-year-old man will be produced in the Lautoka Magistrates Court today for allegedly making false representation and withdrawing $10,000 from the Fiji National Provide
4 days ago
27 students graduates from Navuso Agriculture Technical Institute
27 students who have graduated from Navuso Agriculture Technical Institute can now utilize their new farming skills in their agriculture business and assist their family.
4 days ago

Welfare and involvement of sugarcane farmers in the economy is critical – Prof. Prasad
The welfare of our farmers and their involvement is critical as they play a crucial role in the economy. This was highlighted by the Acting Prime Minister and Minister
4 days ago
The 13th Festival of Pacific Arts & Culture to be held in June next year
The Pacific Community (formerly known as South Pacific Commission) has confirmed that the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture will be held from the 6th to the 16th
SPC
4 days ago
Rabukawaqa and Chand to appear on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan
International Union for Conservation of Nature Oceania Regional Office’s Fiji Marine Project Officer Alisi Rabukawaqa and Protected and Conserved Areas Coordinator Rahu
4 days ago

43-year-old in custody following discovery of dried leaves believed to be marijuana
A 43-year-old farmer from Bulileka, Labasa was taken into custody by the Labasa Taskforce after being found to be in possession of dried leaves believed to be marijuana.
4 days ago
Unleaded and premix prices go up from today, cooking gas prices to drop
Unleaded and premix prices go up from today while there is a decrease in the price of cooking gas. The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission confirms that the pri
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31/05/2023
India to build a 100 bed super speciality hospital in Fiji
The Indian government has committed to build a 100 bed super speciality hospital in Fiji that will also benefit the people of the Pacific. Acting Prime Minister and Mi
4 days ago
Rumours about new coalition government removing government assistance are false – Prof. Prasad
All these rumours about the new coalition government removing government assistance like social welfare support and free tuition fee are false rumours spread by some peop
4 days ago
ROG Ambassadors Program launched at two west based schools
Jasper Williams High School and Nadi Sangam Primary School are the two recent west based schools to implement the Recycling on The Go (ROG) Ambassadors Program. ROG Am
4 days ago

Acting COMPOL calls on inspectors and corporals to change their mindset
Acting Commissioner of Police, Juki Fong Chew has called on police inspectors and corporals to change their mindset and understand their roles as leaders. While openin
4 days ago
Fixing to get a short term gain cannot be justified by our long term pain – Dr Fong
We need to be sure on the way tobacco is promoted, it has to be understood that fixing to get a short term gain, cannot be justified by our long term pain. Permanent S
5 days ago
Sugar Cane Growers Council to have elected members to give power back to the people – Prof. Prasad
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad confirms that an election will be held to appoint people to the Sugar Cane Growers Council but he s
FSC
5 days ago

We believe in consultations, dialogue and making sure people are free to raise issues – Prof. Prasad
As a government, we believe in consultations, dialogue and making sure that people are free to engage and raise issues with the Government, Ministers and everyone else.
5 days ago
Ministry of Agriculture will work closely with FNU and resolve matters of vet graduates
With a number of Fiji National University graduates from the veterinary program calling for answers and solutions as they are still not registered to practice as vets, th
5 days ago
Fiji is keen to learn from the experience and success of Mauritius sugar industry - Singh
Fiji is keen to learn from the experience and success of the Mauritius sugar industry, especially in areas of power co-generation, ethanol production and production of re
5 days ago

Man dies in Lautoka accident
A man in his 40’s has passed away at the Lautoka Hospital following an accident. It is alleged that the man was driving along Lovu, Lautoka yesterday morning when he
5 days ago
Kuruleca, Nadakuitavuki, Smith and Wise announced as Permanent Secretaries in all local PS lineup
Well known psychotherapist, Selina Kuruleca has been appointed Permanent Secretary for Education, top business executive, Eseta Nadakuitavuki has been appointed Permanent
5 days ago
27-year-old arrested for allegedly stealing a bike
A tip received through the Crimestoppers line 919, has led to the arrest of a 27-year-old man who allegedly stole a bike from Albert Park on Sunday morning. Police s
5 days ago

Police to monitor the selling of drugs in Navua
Residents from Navua have raised concerns regarding drugs being sold near a billiard shop, and some boys are also seen loitering in town selling drugs during the day.
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30/05/2023
George Speight applies for presidential pardon
2000 coup leader, George Speight who has been serving time for over 20 years, has applied for a presidential pardon as he wants to be released from prison. When questi
5 days ago
$48.91 million paid out in compensation by ACCF since Jan 2018
$48.91 million has been paid out in compensation under the no fault scheme by the Accident Compensation Commission of Fiji since 1st January 2018. $32.66 million of th
5 days ago
PRF has not secured any major co-funding in its first year of operation – PRF Founder
Pacific Recycling Foundation has not secured any major co-funding in its first year of operation and has mostly been supported by Waste Recyclers Fiji Limited through the
6 days ago

Answers needed on human trafficking concerns
As work continues on strengthening our systems and laws relating to human trafficking, Police have opted not to make any comments on the National Action Plan being discus
6 days ago
10 changes in Fijiana XVs to face Tonga tonight
The Vodafone Fijiana XVs side to take on Tonga tonight in the Oceania Women's Championships in Gold Coast has been named with coach Inoke Male making 10 changes. The c
6 days ago
United States is Fiji’s largest and fastest growing export market - Kamikamica
The United States is Fiji’s largest and fastest growing export market. Minister for Trade, Manoa Kamikamica highlighted this during the inauguration of Fiji’s Trad
6 days ago

22 year old man charged with robbery and arson after breaking in and burning a house in Labasa
A 22 year old man who allegedly broke into a house and burnt it down in Labasa, has been charged with one count each of arson, burglary and theft. It is alleged that t
6 days ago
Uganda approves anti-LGBTQ laws including 20-year sentence for 'promoting' homosexuality
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has signed one of the world's harshest anti-LGBTQ laws, defying condemnations from Western governments, businesses and human rights acti
6 days ago
President hosts Ratu Sukuna Day reception at State House
President Ratu Wiliame Katonivere hosted a reception at the State House for cabinet ministers, members of the diplomatic corp, civil society members, and other invited gu
6 days ago

Suspended parties have until COB today to submit their list of source of funds or face de-registration
The suspended political parties have until the close of business today to submit their list of source of funds or face de-registration. FijiFirst (in suspension) is th
6 days ago
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 delivers another win at the Global Box Office
Over the weekend, one of the most beloved teams in the Marvel Cinematic Universe were successful on yet another mission, as Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 3 flew past a ma
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Girmit Celebrations 2023
The Girmit story isn’t a story confined to one community in Fiji, it is a story that belongs to all of us. This was highlighted by the National ...
9 days ago

Fiscal Review Commitee members, Richard Naidu and Vani Catanasiga appear on fijivillage Straight Talk with Vijay Narayan
Fiscal Review Committee chair, Richard Naidu and senior member, Vani Catanasiga appeared on fijivillage Straight Talk with Vijay Narayan to discuss ...
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Prof. Prasad appears on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad appeared on fijivillage Straight Talk with Vijay Narayan
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