26,480 square miles searched as hunt continues for 9 missing at sea
Search and rescue operations for the nine persons reported missing at sea continued today, with authorities covering approximately
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Tikoduadua can't comment on recent RFMF armoury incident as investigation continues
Minister for Defence, Pio Tikoduadua says as investigations are ongoing, he cannot comment on the actual conduct of the attempts t
18 special schools built as focus remains on inclusive education - Radrodro
18 special schools have been built to cater for the accessibility needs of students with disabilities.Education Minister Aseri Rad
WOWS Kids Fiji raises $125,000 to support children with cancer
WOWS Kids Fiji, in partnership with the Unit Trust of Fiji, has successfully raised $125,000 during its annual gala fundraiser hel
Police Cybercrime Unit directed to investigate inciteful post on Chat (Fiji) forum on facebook
The Police Cybercrime Unit has been directed to investigate an inciteful post on the Chat (Fiji) forum on facebook.Police have con
Alleged known drug dealer taken in for questioning
An alleged known drug dealer has been taken in for questioning by the joint police and military operations team.The man was earlie
No decision yet for Waste to Energy project in Vuda - Tabuya
Minister for Environment and Climate Change Lynda Tabuya has cleared the air that no decision has been made yet on the proposed Wa
UniFiji to host 24-hour jazz marathon for World Jazz Day
The University of Fiji will mark World Jazz Day on Thursday with a special 24 hour jazz marathon on its campus radio station, Vox
Global Ocean Cleanup group eyes partnership with Fiji to tackle plastic pollution
Fiji could benefit from global support to clean its waterways and beaches as international non-profit The Ocean Cleanup looks to b
$37.3m climate project to boost protection for Fiji’s coastal communities
Fiji has secured a $37.3 million grant from the Asian Development Bank to strengthen coastal protection and help vulnerable commun
$100 fines, towing in place for vehicles blocking bicycle lanes - Ro Filipe
Concerns over illegal parking in bicycle lanes along Queen Elizabeth Drive have been raised in Parliament, prompting clarification
I'm concerned as a father and clear in my responsibilities as a Minister - Tikoduadua
Wearing both the weight of a father and his duty as Minister for Defence, Pio Tikoduadua confirmed today that those who continue t
Application for Proposed FijiansFirst rejected
The application for the party registration for the Proposed ‘FijiansFirst’ has been rejected.Registrar of Political Parties, Ana M
EFL seeks 11 cents surcharge due to fuel price
Following a substantial increase in international fuel prices and despite fuel rebates by the government, Energy Fiji Limited is r
Police officer in critical condition is Defence Minister's daughter
The female police officer who was hit by a car with drug and robbery suspects, and now in critical condition, is the daughter of M
Free medical camps to serve Western Division communities
Good news for the Western Division as the Sri Sathya Sai Global Council Fiji will host six free medical camps starting this Sunday
Search and rescue operations continue for 9 missing fishermen - Fiji Navy
Search and rescue operations are continuing for the nine fishermen reported missing at sea after they failed to return from waters
Concern raised after temple fire and two break-ins in Waiwai Ba
Concerns have been raised following a fire that largely destroyed the Tapobhumi Temple and break-ins in Waiwai, Ba.Opposition MP,
Employment Bill set for Parliament next month after extended review
The Employment Relations Bill 2025 is currently before the Parliamentary Standing Committee for scrutiny and will be tabled in Par
FWRM calls for end to immunity provisions and demands civilian govt control of military
In their submission to the Constitution Review Commission, the Fiji Women's Rights Movement is calling for an end to constitutiona
Father questions delay in search for 9 missing fishermen, Police say response was immediate
The father of one of the nine fishermen still missing at sea, Iosefo Balenatuvu says he believes valuable time may have been lost
Singh calls for greater use of Hindi to preserve culture and identity
The Hindi language plays a critical role in preserving cultural identity and must be actively promoted across homes, schools, and
Lautoka residents find new ways to cope with rising cost of living
Residents in Lautoka have started using backyard gardening and carpooling to cope with rising fuel prices and the increasing cost
Fiji advances relocation plans for communities affected by climate change
The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change is reviewing progress on plans to relocate communities vulnerable to the growing im
Local government elections will directly impact community services
Who sits on your town or city council will directly affect services in your community — from cleaner streets to better roads and d
Trump and his Cabinet safe after shots fired at White House Correspondents’ Dinner
At a news conference following the incident, the president said the suspect was “taken down” by members of the Secret Service.Pres
Students mark world water day despite earlier disruptions
Students of Vatukoula Convent Primary School in the Western Division have commemorated World Water Day 2026, despite earlier disru
Trump rushed off stage at White House Correspondents’ Dinner
US President Donald Trump was swiftly escorted off stage by Secret Service after a suspected gunman was reported at the White Hous
Narere clean-up highlights need for responsible waste disposal
A clean-up campaign in Narere, yesterday has highlighted the urgent need for greater community responsibility in waste management
2 Police officers injured, 3 arrested after chase following suspected meth seizure
A police vehicle chase this morning resulted in two officers sustaining injuries and three people under arrest, following the seiz
22-year-old Shivalika Dutt fulfils father’s dream with gold medal at USP
22-year-old Shivalika Jayshree Dutt fulfilled her father's dream as she graduated with Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Phys
Love and discipline key to keeping children away from drugs - Sri Madhusudan Sai
When children get enough love and attention they stay away from drugs and law enforcement agencies have to be very strict about co
Businesses in the West receive more than $950,000 in assistance
Local entrepreneurs and co-operatives in the Western Division have received a major boost, with more than $950,000 in funding stre
Sai Sanjeevani Hospital marks 4th anniversary with over 445 free heart surgeries, expands services
More than 445 life-saving heart surgeries and 50,000 echocardiograms have been delivered free of charge as the Sri Sathya Sai Sanj
Over 80% of deaths linked to NCDs: New Navua True Fitness gym aims to turn the tide
Navua marked a significant milestone in its development today with the grand opening of the True Fitness Gym, as government, busin
M.V Liga ni Lawa redeployed to boost maritime patrols in Western Viti Levu waters
Current maritime patrol efforts in the Western Viti Levu waters will be further boosted with the re-deployment of the M.V. Liga ni
$3 million cath lab boosts heart care as services expand at Sri Sathya Sai Hospital
A $3 million Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory has opened at the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital in Nasese, extendi
Search continues for 9 men missing since Wednesday after fishing trip to Kadavu waters
Search continues for nine men who failed to return from a fishing trip after leaving Vatuwaqa earlier this week. Police say the gr
Boat master training opens new opportunities in Macuata
Youths in Macuata are set to benefit from improved maritime skills and safer livelihood opportunities following the completion of
Trashboom installed in Nausori to reduce waterways clog up
A new trashboom is installed at Syria Park in Nausori to capture waste flowing through waterways has exposed the growing scale of
25-year-old Bua farmer becomes first-time homeowner through Rural Housing Assistance Programme
A 25-year-old farmer from Bua has become a first-time homeowner through the Government’s Rural Housing Assistance Programme.Lui Ra
Narnia returns to the big screen for a November 2026 release
The world of Narnia is set to return to the big screen after years without a new film.The popular series, created by C. S. Lewis,
Repair and upgrade works rolled out across Lautoka enhancing public spaces
A major city-wide maintenance drive is currently underway in Lautoka, with multiple infrastructure repair and upgrade works being
Authorities target businesses breaching trade waste rules
Non-compliant commercial businesses are being targeted in a renewed push to improve trade waste management, following a joint awar
Police and RFMF to escalate joint drug operations with snap checkpoints, search and surge ops
People should expect an escalation of joint drug operations between the Fiji Police Force and the Republic of Fiji Military Forces
ODPP given one month as police continue investigation into alleged cocaine import case
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions has sought one month time to allow the Police to complete their inquiries in the
FCOSS strongly supports secular state
The Fiji Council Of Social Services strongly supports secular state in the 2013 Constitution which protects all faiths while ensur
New library in Urata Community aims to strengthen literacy
The Urata Community Library was officially opened by the Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro, as part of Government efforts to
Commission not drafting new Constitution - CRC Chair
Chair of the Constitution Review Commission, Sevuloni Ratumaiyale Valenitabua, has made it clear that they are not looking to intr
Christian God should be recognized in the Constitution - Sole founder
The reason God—specifically the Christian God should be recognized in the Constitution is foundational to Fiji’s identity.This was
Court defers ruling on Kamikamica’s stay application challenging Rokoika's appointment to 5th May
The Suva High Court has deferred its ruling on former Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica’s application for a stay in proceedin
Nadrala farmers receive training on crop diversification and climate resilience
Farmers in Nadrala have received training from the Ministry of Agriculture to promote crop diversification and climate resilience.
Soqosoqo Vakamarama calls for Christian State, indigenous primacy
Soqosoqo Vakamarama iTaukei has highlighted deep tensions and a strong belief in the link between indigenous identity, historical
76-Year-old market vendor defies age with determination
At 76 years old, Titilia Naimanumanu continues to defy expectations, supporting herself as one of the oldest vendors at the Suva M
HIV cases surge in Fiji, now among highest worldwide
Fiji is currently reporting the highest HIV/AIDS rates in the Pacific, ranking third globally, with cases continuing to rise.This
Taxi drivers feel pressure of rising fuel costs
Taxi drivers at Howell Road Taxis and Tours in Suva are feeling the strain of rising fuel prices, as increasing costs continue to
No decision yet on Vuda waste-to-energy project as technical review begins – Environment Ministry
The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change says no decision has been made to date regarding the proposed Waste-to-Energy devel
Mahendra and Maya Tappoo receive highest civilian honour for their leadership
Mahendra Tappoo and Maya Tappoo have been recognized as Companions of the Order of Fiji, the highest civilian honour, during a spe
22-year-old man to face court for Rifle Range murder
A 22-year-old man will appear in the Lautoka Magistrates Court today for the alleged murder of an 18-year-old woman.Police say the
29 Litter Prevention Officers deployed in Labasa to crack down littering
Authorities are stepping up efforts to crack down on littering, with 29 new Litter Prevention Officers now trained and deployed in
Three-day training empowers entrepreneurs with practical business skills
Twenty market vendors including 13 women and 7 men have been awarded certificates after completing a three-day Business Training P
No suspect identified in relation to Vakarisi's death
Police have not identified anyone as a suspect in the death of drug convict Jone Vakarisi. They say investigators have recorded st
Preparations for September's Municipal Elections intensifies
Municipal elections are set to return to Fiji after more than two decades, giving people across the country a renewed opportunity
ODPP calls for removal of AG from DPP appointment process
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is calling for the removal of the Attorney General from the consultation process
Fijian Elections Office and Immigration sign deal to verify voter details and clean up voter list
To strengthen the accuracy of Fiji’s voter list and improve confidence in the electoral system, the Fijian Elections Office and th
Govt redeploys $56M to fund transport, social welfare and sugar support as fuel price expected to go up
In an effort to ease the burden of the increasing fuel prices, the Government has announced a redeployment of $56 million from the
Judgment for Madigibuli to be delivered on May 12th
Suva High Court Judge Justice Dane Tuiqereqere will rule on the 12th of May on whether Apisai Madigibuli murdered his 25-year-old
Charters’ lawyer tells court stay application has not been filed yet
Fijian and British national Charlie Charters’ lawyer, Seforan Fatiak informed the court that they have not applied for a stay appl
PHIT project to boost healthcare access and infrastructure
Representatives and health officials from across the Pacific gathered in Nadi today for the launch of the Pacific Healthy Islands
Baulevu community mourns as family of 5, including a 3-yr-old girl, perish in house fire
A community in Baulevu is in deep shock and grief after a family of five tragically lost their lives in a devastating house fire e
Coyote vs. Acme trailer drops after Warner Bros. shelved film for Years
The trailer for “Coyote vs. Acme” has been released, offering a first look at the long-delayed live-action/animation hybrid ahead
50% welfare boost approved for 130,157 recipients amid rising cost of living
A 50 percent top-up in social protection payments has been approved for more than 130,157 social protection recipients as the gove
Baulevu fire claims 4 lives including 3-year-old baby
Three adults and a 3-year-old child are believed to have died following an early morning fire in Baulevu, Nausori.Eyewitnesses say
139 organisations benefit from $2M Multi-Ethnic Grant Programme
A total of 139 community-based organisations benefited from the final phase disbursement of grants under the Multi-Ethnic Grant Pr
Man in his 20s dies in Tailevu road accident
A man in his 20s has passed away following a road accident along Lodoni Road in Tailevu.Police say the victim is from Suva, and it
Defence to file no-case-to-answer application in Kaba case
Defence lawyer for former Telecom Fiji Limited Director Sanjay Kaba, Devanesh Sharma informed the court that they will file a no-c
Youths forcing elderly family members out of homes, linked to drug related issues
Serious concerns continue to be raised on the welfare of elderly people as Nasinu Community Policing Coordinator, Pio Matai, highl
Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and Sagar plead not guilty
Former Fijian Broadcasting Corporation CEO Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and Chief Financial Officer Vimlesh Sagar have pleaded not guilty i
Pacific Conference of Churches and Fiji Council of Churches endorse submission objecting proposed waste to energy project
The Pacific Conference of Churches and the Fiji Council of Churches have written to the Director of Environment to endorse the col
Watch: Supervisor of Elections on fijivillage Straight Talk
Supervisor of Elections, Ana Mataiciwa will appear on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan at 7 tonight. The show will
FICAC proposes removal of AG, Parliament oversight and whistleblower in constitutional reforms
Acting FICAC Commissioner Lavi Rokoika has made a submission to remove the Attorney General as the reporting authority for FICAC a
FICAC allowed to amend charges on last day of Kaba's trial
FICAC has been allowed to amend the date of the alleged offence and replace the word 'tender' with 'Expression of Interest' in the
Police and RFMF conduct multiple drug raids around Fiji, known areas targeted
The crackdown on the drug trade in Fiji has intensified with multiple drug raids throughout the country with the seizure of drugs
RBF launches confidential disclosure platform to strengthen oversight on financial crime
The Reserve Bank of Fiji has officially launched a dedicated Confidential Disclosure section on its official website to provide me
Tuiketei meets King Charles and Queen Camilla during Commonwealth Week
International lawyer and arbitrator Ana Tuiketei has described a defining moment in her academic journey after meeting King Charle
Tale leads Women’s Cooperative expansion in Suva, inspiring others
After 17 years of selling fresh produce at the Suva Market, vendor Sofia Tale is stepping into a new chapter by leading a Women’s
Radrodro says climate change now a major education challenge
Fiji’s education system is being reshaped to better respond to climate change, with Minister for Education Aseri Radrodro stressin
Yaqona growers in Gau support push for Yaqona Council
Yaqona farmers on the island of Gau have voiced strong support for the establishment of a Yaqona Council, as consultations on the
Nasinu resident flags misuse of community car parks at consultation
Serious concerns have been raised over the alleged misuse of community car parks and gaps in urban planning during the public cons
Vuda development risks water quality, sports tourism - Fiji Outrigger
Fiji Outrigger is urging the Department of Environment to reject the proposed Energy-from-Waste Industrial Precinct and private po
3 days left for farmers to apply for TC Vaianu recovery assistance
Farmers are being encouraged to apply for support under the Tropical Cyclone Vaianu Rehabilitation Assistance Programme as only 3
RFMF issues notice that it's installations are No Fly Zones for drones
Following earlier security breaches at the Republic of Fiji Military Forces facilities in Nabua and Lautoka, the RFMF now advises
Anthony calls for common identity, not division
Fiji Trades Union Congress National Secretary, Felix Anthony says there should be no division along racial lines when discussing n
Police Chief should appoint own acting successor - ACP Soko
The Commissioner of Police should have the sole authority to appoint an acting successor during periods of absence or temporary in
Coastal inundation alert for Coral Coast and maritime areas
Drivers and people living in the coastal areas along the Coral Coast on Queens Highway, Mamanuca Islands, Kadavu, and Southern Lau
Heavy Rain Alert for Fiji Group, Vunaniu Flats in Serua flooded
A Heavy Rain Alert remains in force for the entire Fiji Group.The Nadi Weather Office says a weak trough of low pressure with asso
Police assisted by RFMF officials to source statements and information after Vakarisi's death
Police investigators from the Criminal Investigations Department have been assisted by officials from the Republic of Fiji Militar
Police seek constitutional amendments for use of force, warrantless searches and armouries
The Fiji Police Force is proposing the strengthening of police independence in the Constitution by ensuring the Commissioner is op
TFL's former Manager Treasury and Finance Controller agree that payments made to Kaba's company were legitimate
Former Manager Treasury for Telecom Fiji Limited, Samuel Brown and Financial Controller, Ashika Nandani agree that $766,327.22 was
Police yet to confirm details of alleged offence of Samabula officers
Police are yet to confirm the details of the alleged offence of the Samabula Police Station officers accused of corruption and abu
Police have cleared the Tamavua-i-Wai Bridge after vehicle accident
Police have cleared the Tamavua-i-Wai Bridge, and traffic has returned to normal following an accident involving two vehicles. The
Rooster partners with WOWS Kids Fiji to support children with cancer
Rooster Poultry (Pte) Limited has announced a new three-year partnership with WOWS Kids Fiji, committing $45,000 in cash and in-ki
Communications Fiji Foundation hands over $176,827 to WOWS Kids Fiji
The Communications Fiji Foundation has handed over a cheque of $176,827.51 to the Walk On Walk Strong Kids Fiji this morning follo
Police push for mandatory drug testing for officers
The Fiji Police Force has proposed a constitutional amendment to allow mandatory drug testing of its officers, arguing it is essen
Samabula Police officers under investigation for alleged corruption, not linked to Vatia cocaine case
Police officers from Samabula Police Station are currently under investigation for alleged corruption and abuse of office. This ha
IHG Fiji Hotels raise $12,000 to support Dauloloma Safe Home
IHG Fiji Hotels, owned by the Fiji National Provident Fund, has raised $12,000 for Daulomani Safe Home through a series of fundrai
Doctor graduates with law degree to bridge gap between medicine and law
With the aim of bridging the gap between medicine and law, and a long-term goal of helping patients better understand their rights
More than 3,000 sign petitions as Vuda Waste-to-Energy consultations close
More than 3,000 petition signatures and over 200 written submissions have been recorded, as consultations end on the proposed Vuda
Damaged and missing road signs increase accident risk
The Fiji Roads Authority continues to face a growing concern over damaged and missing road signage across the network, driven by v
Fuel challenges hit Lau, villages told to reduce fuel consumption where possible
While the effects are already being felt across Fiji, residents in the Lau Group are being urged to carefully manage fuel use and
Hibiscus Festival 2026 to return to Albert Park
Hibiscus Festival 2026 is going back to its original home at Albert Park, marking a historic milestone as Fiji’s most iconic comm
Father kills 8 children in US mass shooting
A man has killed eight children, including seven of his own, in a mass shooting in the United States. Police say the incident happ
Commander says RFMF remains committed to accountability
The Commander of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, Major General Jone Kalouniwai has issued a statement to correct aspects of