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25/11/2025

Rabi hosts its first-ever High Court sitting

Rabi hosted its first-ever High Court sitting, marking a landmark moment in the nation’s judicial history. This inaugural sitting represents a major step toward brin

Court

14 days ago

RFMF to present matanigasau to GCC seeking forgiveness for 2006 events

The Republic of the Fiji Military Forces will present a matanigasau (traditional apology) to the Great Council of Chiefs tomorrow at the RFMF Headquarters in Nabua, seeki

GCC

14 days ago

Nacula Villagers in Labasa prepare for evacuation as flooding worsens

Residents of Nacula Village in Labasa are preparing to move to an evacuation centre after heavy rain caused water levels to rise rapidly into their compounds. Speaking

Flooding

14 days ago

Housing Authority aims to deliver 2,873 housing units and 2,621 serviced lots by 2029 - Nalumisa

By 2029, the Housing Authority is expected to strengthen home ownership and deliver 2,873 housing units and 2,621 serviced lots. These figures were shared today by the

Housing

14 days ago

Radrodro says year 9 enrolment levy placed by MGM High School is voluntary not compulsory

Education Minister, Aseri Radrodro stresses that the Year 9 enrolment levy imposed by MGM High School is voluntary and not compulsory. This is after Opposition MP Alvi

Education

14 days ago

Kiran says male support programmes needed, not a Department for Men

Responding to calls for a government-funded Department for Men, Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection Sashi Kiran says the real need lies in building strong

Social-Welfare

14 days ago

Tagane Mai Program needs Govt support on a bigger scale - Morrison

We want the government to come on board on a bigger scale to support initiatives such as Inspire Pacific's Tagane Mai Program to develop young, responsible and caring men

Straight-Talk

14 days ago

All Northern Division schools to close today - Radrodro

All schools in the Northern Division will be closed today due to the worsening weather conditions affecting the region. Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro says thi

Education Feature

14 days ago

Church College's Mingzhong Yu awarded 2025 Valedictorian Award

Year 13 student Mingzhong Yu has received the 2025 Valedictorian Award, the highest academic honour in the Church College Fiji Hall of Excellence. He says that it has

LDS-Fiji

14 days ago

Seruiratu refuses to reveal which party he will join for next general elections

As the country prepares for the next general elections, Opposition Leader Inia Seruiratu has refused to confirm which political party he is associated with for the next p

Parliament

15 days ago

Seruiratu refuses to reveal which party he will join for next general elections

As the country prepares for the next general elections, Opposition Leader Inia Seruiratu has refused to confirm which political party he is associated with for the next p

Parliament

15 days ago

Fiji's pineapple export to NZ looks positive - Tunabuna

Fijian pineapples are attracting strong interest in New Zealand, with consumers praising their exceptional sweetness, reportedly surpassing that of locally grown pineappl

Business

15 days ago

Death toll rises to 41 in central Vietnam flooding, more heavy rain forecast

The death toll from a new barrage of torrential rain, flooding and landslides in central Vietnam since the weekend has risen to 41, state media reported on Thursday. R

World-News

15 days ago

Australian doctors visit rare PNG conjoined twins to assess options

A team of specialised doctors from Sydney has flown to Papua New Guinea to determine whether a rare set of conjoined twins can be surgically separated. The brothers, T

World-News

15 days ago

Climate Talk Fiji report exposes hidden costs of displacement

A new report and documentary were launched yesterday showing how climate change is forcing Fijian communities to relocate, causing damage to homes and the loss of culture

Women Government

15 days ago

Bail ruling for Choi, Baules and Delai facing meth possession charges to be delivered on Friday

The bail ruling for Gina Choi, Lagomacino Baules, and Peniasi Delai, who are jointly charged with the unlawful possession of 0.345 grams of methamphetamine, will be deliv

Court

15 days ago

Commissioner Northern advises people to prioritise safety but schools remain open in the North

With more rain expected, people are being advised by Commissioner Northern, Uraia Rainima, to prioritise safety and take proactive measures in the North. Schools in th

Weather Feature

15 days ago

Rabuka calls for review of police procedures after journalist assault yesterday

Following the violent assault on Fijian journalist Apenisa Waqairadovu outside the courthouse yesterday, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says there needs to be a change in

Police FMA

15 days ago

Aircraft Maintenance Organisation Certificate for air service operator and training school not renewed after repeated and serious non-compliances - Gavoka

Our future pilots must learn within a system that upholds international norms as aviation is an unforgiving domain, there is no margin for error. Deputy Prime Minister

Fiji-Airports-Limited

15 days ago

Ministry of Information clarifies that PM did not deliver any opening speech at the GCC meeting

The Ministry of Information has clarified that Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka did not deliver any opening speech at the Great Council of Chiefs meeting today. The Min

GCC Feature

15 days ago

One in 6 women were sexually abused as a child before the age of 15 – Kiran

Alarming statistics have been revealed by the Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection Sashi Kiran, as one in six women who were reportedly sexually abused as c

Women Children Feature

15 days ago

PM says violence against women is a national crisis that diminishes all of us

The Fiji National Action Plan to Prevent Violence Against All Women and Girls (NAP) is an action plan to stop the violence before it starts. Prime Minister, Sitiveni R

Social-Welfare Women

15 days ago

Colo Bridge in Seaqaqa flooded after heavy rain this morning

The Colo Bridge in Seaqaqa is flooded, affecting people living in the Navudi, Navai, Vunivere and Rokosalate areas who use the bridge to access Labasa Town. 60-year-ol

Flooding

15 days ago

Several roads closed in Northern Division following heavy rain

Following recent heavy rain, several roads and crossings in the Northern Division have been flooded and are currently inaccessible. The Fiji Roads Authority have urged

Weather

15 days ago

Bollywood mourns legend Dharmendra’s passing at 89

Bollywood is mourning after the death of veteran actor Dharmendra, who passed away yesterday in Mumbai at the age of 89, just days before his 90th birthday. He was fon

Entertainment

15 days ago

Flash Flood Warning remains for several areas in Northern Division

A Flash Flood Warning remains in force for low-lying and flood-prone areas in Labasa, and has been expanded to include Tabia, Wainikoro, Wailevu, Vunivesi, Savusavu, Buca

Weather Flooding Feature

15 days ago

24/11/2025

Naivalurua calls on COMPOL to implement protective measures for journalists outside all courts

Minister for Policing and Communications, Ioane Naivalurua has called on the Commissioner of Police to immediately strengthen police presence and protective measures for

Police FMA Feature

15 days ago

Mother of Marist Dux: Isoa has always made us proud

The mother of Marist Brothers High School Dux, Lela Rawaidrau Dakunimata says her son Isoa Tute Dakunimata’s achievements have always been a source of pride for their f

MBHS Feature

15 days ago

Bollywood icon Dharmendra passes away at 89

Veteran actor Dharmendra, fondly known as Bollywood’s He-Man, has passed away at the age of 89 today. The legendary star died at his Juhu residence in Mumbai, after

Entertainment

15 days ago

Acting COMPOL orders back handcuffing rule after violent attack on reporter

I will direct operations to have everyone appearing in court to be handcuffed from the back. This has been announced by Acting Commissioner of Police Aporosa Lutunauga

Police FMA Feature

15 days ago

Great Council of Chiefs meeting set for tomorrow

The Great Council of Chiefs will convene its meeting at 8:30am tomorrow at the GCC Complex in Suva. Itaukei Affairs representative, Alipate Natoba says representatives

GCC

15 days ago

Bail denied for Ratu Lote and Lubi, who are facing drug-related charges

The Suva Magistrates Court has denied bail for Ratu Lote Lewaivuna and Sevuloni Lubi, who are jointly charged with two counts of unlawful possession of illicit drugs and

Court Police

15 days ago

Sugar Minister says Chaudhry suggested for Lautoka Mill closure Chaudhry says he suggested this for the future

Minister for Sugar, Charan Jeath Singh has criticised National Farmers Union General Secretary, Mahendra Chaudhry over comments made during the Fiji Sugar Corporation’s

Sugar

15 days ago

FMA again calls for greater security after FBC journalist violently attacked outside courtroom by an accused

The Fijian Media Association is once again strongly demanding that Police be more vigilant in managing security and threats outside the courthouse after another Fijian jo

FMA Police Court Feature

15 days ago

Radrodro reiterates that school levies are not required for enrolment

Minister for Education Aseri Radrodro has reaffirmed that schools cannot impose compulsory charges for student enrolment, following reports that a Suva based school reque

Parliament Education

15 days ago

Social media trends driving dangerous spike in teen online abuse

Online sexual abuse of children is becoming ever more closely linked to offline exploitation, with social media trends fuelling a rise in the sharing of explicit images a

Social-Media Feature

15 days ago

Bail denied for Matadigo who is linked to alleged 4.7kg methamphetamine importation

Bail has been denied for 36-year-old Alipate Matadigo, who is charged in connection with the alleged importation of 4.7 kilograms of methamphetamine in September this yea

Court

16 days ago

From struggles to success: Asaeli Nasau overcomes hardship to graduate from Fulton

Asaeli Noalau Nasau did not let the fact that he grew up as the son of a farmer and flower arranger deter him from dreaming big. Nasau, who is from Naraiyawa Village i

Education

16 days ago

Dakunimata earns dux award, aims for aviation or medicine

Marist Brothers High School Head Boy, Isoa Tute Dakunimata, has received the Dux Award for Year 13 students after achieving the highest mark of 373 out of 400 in the annu

Education Feature

16 days ago

LAGI 2025 Fiji Exhibition will boost climate resilience and sustainable tourism - Gavoka

Fiji is the first Pacific Island nation to host the prestigious Land Art Generator Initiative (LAGI) Exhibition 2025, a groundbreaking project that blends renewable energ

Parliament

16 days ago

Naivalurua will consider online complaints portal and phone line for complaints against police officers

Minister for Policing, Ioane Naivalurua is seriously considering the establishment of a dedicated online portal and a dedicated telephone line for members of the public t

Police Parliament Feature

16 days ago

Fifty children escape after mass school abduction in Nigeria

A major military-led search is under way in Nigeria for 265 children and 12 teachers still missing after armed men abducted them from St Mary’s School in Papiri, Niger

World-News

16 days ago

Flash Flood Warning now in force for Tavua, Yaqara and Rakiraki River

A Flash Flood Warning is now in force for Northern Viti Levu including Tavua, Yaqara and Rakiraki River while a Flash Flood Alert remains in force for the entire Fiji gro

Weather Rain

16 days ago

Kamikamica's lawyer files application for a permanent stay on his charges in the High Court

Member of Parliament, Manoa Kamikamica's lawyer, Wylie Clarke has filed an application for a permanent stay on his charges in the High Court. The date on when the matt

Kamikamica-FICAC-case Feature

16 days ago

Police and RFMF are united in the fight against drugs and HIV - Acting Commissioner Lutunauga

We are united for victory and stronger together in our fight against pressing challenges, particularly drugs and HIV. Acting Police Commissioner Aporosa Lutunauga high

RFMF Police

16 days ago

NDRMO urges people to stay alert and prepared as Heavy Rain Warning remains in force

The National Disaster Risk Management Office is urging people to remain vigilant and ensure they are fully prepared, as the Heavy Rain Warning continues for Fiji. They

Weather Rain

16 days ago

23/11/2025

Ra Subdivisional Hospital to get 18-berth mortuary

The people of Ra will soon benefit from easier access to essential mortuary services, ending years of long travel for grieving families once a new 18-berth mortuary is co

Hospital

16 days ago

Pacific Recycling Foundation calls for holistic waste management after FRA highlights blocked drains and flooding

The Pacific Recycling Foundation has emphasized the urgent need for a holistic approach to waste management in Fiji, following concerns raised by the Fiji Roads Authority

FRA

16 days ago

First regional giant clam hatchery production training launched at Makogai Island

Government has launched the inaugural regional training on giant clam hatchery production at the Makogai Mariculture Research Centre, a milestone aimed at strengthening s

SPC

16 days ago

54% of our population are 30 years and younger, majority are coup babies - Duituturaga

54 percent of our population are 30 years and younger, and we have a majority population of coup-babies. Those are the words of Governance Specialist Emele Duituturaga

Dialogue-Fiji Feature

16 days ago

Heavy Rain Warning remains in force for Fiji

A Heavy Rain Warning remains in force for the entire Fiji group. The Weather Office says an active trough of low pressure, with associated cloud, showers and rain, is

Weather

16 days ago

Fiji Airways is celebrating over a decade since its rebrand by unveiling new brand anthem

Fiji Airways has launched a new brand anthem, Welcome to our Home on Fiji Day, celebrating more than a decade of its rebranding. The anthem captures the true spirit of Fi

Fiji-Airways Feature

16 days ago

2025 Prime Minister’s international business awards gala tickets sold out as excitement peaks

Excitement has reached an all-time high as the 2025 Prime Minister’s International Business Awards Gala tickets have officially sold out, reflecting the strong momentum

Business

17 days ago

FWCC warns that justice system is failing women, allowing violence to go unpunished

The Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre says Fiji’s justice system is failing women and girls, allowing widespread impunity for perpetrators of violence, largely due to system

FWCC

17 days ago

Fiji marks Sai Baba's 100th birth anniversary with call for unity and service

Sri Sathya Sai Baba’s 100th birth anniversary was marked in Fiji with renewed calls to live by his message of unity, selfless service, and spiritual growth, values that

Religion

17 days ago

370 graduate from Fulton Adventist University

A total of 370 students graduated from Fulton Adventist University today, marking a significant milestone for the institution and its graduates. These 370 graduates ar

Education

17 days ago

New teachers' quarters for Soloira District School in Naitasiri

The new teachers’quarters at Soloira District School in Naitasiri will provide much-needed housing for educators, helping to attract and retain staff and improve learni

Education

17 days ago

Reverend Kolivuso calls for Government ‘Department for Men’ to tackle child abuse perpetrators

I think it’s about time that our political leaders should have the political will to begin a department that deals with men, who are the perpetrators of child sexual ab

Child-Abuse Feature

17 days ago

Domestic airline grounded after Aircraft Maintenance Organisation Certificate not renewed by CAAF

A domestic airline based in Nadi has been grounded after their Aircraft Maintenance Organisation Certificate issued under the Air Navigation Regulations Part 145C which e

Airport

17 days ago

Dr Nakarawa tells Tribunal he acted lawfully, and the suspension process was politically influenced

The Constitutional Offices Commission Tribunal hearing allegations of misbehaviour against suspended Commissioner of the Fiji Corrections Service, Dr. Jalesi Nakarawa has

Court

17 days ago

Heavy Rain Warning in force for Fiji

A Heavy Rain Warning is now in force for the entire Fiji group. The Nadi Weather Office says an active trough of low pressure, with associated cloud, showers, and rain

Weather

17 days ago

Labasa Airport to close temporarily for runway upgrade works

Labasa Airport will be closed from 16 February to 27 March 2026 to allow critical runway pavement strengthening works. Fiji Airports says the upgrade is essential for

Labasa Airport

17 days ago

19-year-old Jedidiah Maraiwai reported missing — Police call for information

Police are asking for the public’s help in finding 19-year-old Jedidiah Rawiri Maraiwai, who was last seen on Wednesday and has been reported missing by his family.

Police

17 days ago

22/11/2025

Planned power outage for Nadi to Lomawai tomorrow from 4.30am to 6pm

There is a planned power outage tomorrow for people lving along Queens Road from Nadi to Lomawai from 4.30am to 6pm tomorrow. Energy Fiji Limited has planned maintenan

EFL

17 days ago

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

A Heavy Rain Alert remains in force for the eastern half of Viti Levu, covering areas from Serua-Namosi to Navua-Suva-Nausori, Tailevu-Naitasiri-Ra, southern Bua, Cakaudr

Weather

17 days ago

Jennifer Lopez arrives in India to perform at high-profile wedding

Jennifer Lopez has arrived in Udaipur, India, to attend and perform at the lavish wedding of Netra Mantena, daughter of US-based billionaire Rama Raju Mantena. Mantena

Entertainment

17 days ago

Great opportunity to finish season on a high - Byrne

With a few hours to go before their final Autumn Nations game against Spain, FIJI Water Flying Fijians Coach Mick Byrne says this game is a great opportunity for them to

Flying-Fijians

17 days ago

Why UK Foreign Office has Fiji in the list of countries that has risks of methanol poisoning when no confirmed cases here?

Questions are being raised by many people on why the United Kingdom Foreign Office has Fiji in the list of countries that has risks of methanol poisoning from tainted alc

Government Featue

17 days ago

Lupus Foundation and Lupus Warriors of Fiji host Fundraising Christmas Market Day to raise essential funds and awareness for Lupus patients across the country

The Lupus Foundation of Fiji and the Lupus Warriors of Fiji marked a historic milestone today as they hosted their first-ever Fundraising Christmas Market Day, an event d

Lupus Feature

17 days ago

24 cane farmers in the Western Division receive grants

24 cane farmers in the Western Division have received the New Farmers and Lease Premium Grant under the Government’s New Farmers and Lease Premium Assistance Programme,

Sugar

18 days ago

50 cents soli per family every Sunday and the church is debt free - Turaga

50 cents a family was the soli allocated to the founding families who began the journey at Nasareci Methodist Church in Nepani 50 years ago to begin a journey of faith an

Church Feature

18 days ago

Chadwick Boseman honoured with posthumous star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Friends, family and fans gathered to honour the late Chadwick Boseman receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles. Boseman's “Ma Rainey’s Black B

Entertainment

18 days ago

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

The Nadi Weather Office says a shallow low-pressure system lies along a trough to the northeast of Fiji, which is gradually moving south towards the country. They say

Weather

18 days ago

Keiyasi town development set to improve services for over 6,000 residents

Construction is progressing on the new Keiyasi Town, a major government initiative that marks a historic milestone for the people of Navosa and more than 6,000 residents

Development

18 days ago

Fiji opens first oxygen plant to strengthen healthcare system

Fiji has strengthened its healthcare system by opening its first Oxygen Plant at Bluegas – Petroleum & Gas Company (Fiji) Limited in Vuda Marina, marking an important s

Health

18 days ago

PSC Chairman flags misuse of government vehicles

Concerns have been raised over the misuse of government vehicles following recent accidents involving civil servants.Fiji Public Service Commission (PSC) Chair Luke Rokov

Government Transport Feature

18 days ago

Superman copy found in mum's attic is most valuable comic ever at US$9.12M

While cleaning out their late mother's California attic last Christmas, three brothers made a life-changing discovery under a pile of faded newspapers: one of the first S

World-News

18 days ago

21/11/2025

Proposed NextGen Alliance Party submits application for registration

The Proposed NextGen Alliance Party has submitted its application for registration to the Registrar of Political Parties, Ana Mataiciwa. The submission was brought by

Elections

18 days ago

Fijian Elections Offices launches Institute of Democracy and Electoral Education FEO has revamped website, and new websites for Electoral Commission and IDEE

The Fijian Elections Office has launched the Institute of Democracy and Electoral Education and new Digital Information Platforms aimed at strengthening the organisation�

FEO

18 days ago

Government updated on strengthening national response to online child exploitation to pornography

Minister for Policing and Communications Ioane Naivalurua, together with Permanent Secretary Berenado Daveta, have received a detailed progress briefing from the National

Government

18 days ago

Matanatabu who was taken in for writing letters after 2006 coup wants the perpetrators to be held accountable

Eremasi Matanatabu wants perpetrators to be held accountable for what they have done after he spoke about being taken in for questioning in a military van after the 2006

Truth-Reconciliation

18 days ago

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

A heavy rain alert remains in force for the eastern half of Viti Levu, covering areas from Serua-Namosi to Navua-Suva-Nausori, Tailevu-Naitasiri-Ra, southern Bua, Cakaudr

Weather

18 days ago

Acting AG confirms that there will be a Referendum Bill next month

Acting Attorney General Siromi Turaga has confirmed that a Referendum Bill will be tabled in parliament next month. While responding to questions during the Dialogue F

Constitution

18 days ago

Younger victims, younger offenders : Forensics officer reveals disturbing statistics on child sexual assault

A disturbing surge in child sexual assault cases is emerging from the Fiji Police Force’s Forensics DNA Laboratory, with scientific officer Eta Kedrayate revealing that

Child-Abuse Feature

18 days ago

Fiji Airports Finance Team wins award at Global CFO Awards in Malaysia

Fiji Airports has delivered a major victory for Fiji on the global stage, winning the Best Finance Team Award at the 5th Global CFO and Finance Transformation Conference

Business

19 days ago

Child abusers are despicable - Kiran warns perpetrators

There has to be something very sick in your mind for somebody to be able to prey on their own child or their own nieces or grandchildren. It is very despicable, and you w

Child-Abuse Feature

19 days ago

$10m recycling plant in Wainadoi transforms plastic and tyre waste into fuel oil

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

Waste Management

19 days ago

Heavy Rain Alert remains in force for eastern Viti Levu, Southern Bua, Cakaudrove, Taveuni and maritime areas

A heavy rain alert remains in force for the eastern half of Viti Levu, covering areas from Serua-Namosi to Navua-Suva-Nausori, Tailevu-Naitasiri-Ra, southern Bua, Cakaudr

Weather

19 days ago

Nasareci Methodist Church celebrates 50th anniversary in Nepani

The Nasareci Methodist Church will celebrate its 50th anniversary tomorrow in Nepani, honouring the people who have kept the faith and helped shape the community over the

Methodist-Church

19 days ago

Prof. Narsey told not to give any more interviews on electoral reform report

Electoral Reform Commissioner, Professor Wadan Narsey, who had earlier revealed the details of their recommendation in the Electoral Reform Commission Report, says he has

Electoral-Commission Government Feature

19 days ago

Tabuya calls for Fiji to adopt social media ban for under 16s

There is a call for Fiji to follow in Australia’s footsteps by introducing a law that bans social media for children under 16, as a measure to protect them. Minister

Social-Media Feature

19 days ago

Defence says DPP charges all over the place in Ferris wheel death case

Occupational Health and Safety Inspector Ashneel Nath’s lawyer, Karl Jamnadas told the court that there were issues with the charges presented in the Magistrates Court,

Court

19 days ago

Constitution Review must be legitimate in the eyes of all Fijians - AG

Whatever constitutional review we undertake, it must be one that the people of Fiji can trust, and one that is legitimate in their eyes. This is the message from Actin

Constitution Feature

19 days ago

COMPOL urges Lagalaga Sanatan students to value discipline and education

Students of Lagalaga Sanatan Primary School in Labasa have been reminded of the importance of education, discipline and obedience by the Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tu

Education

19 days ago

Heavy Rain Alert remains for Viti Levu, Southern Bua, Cakaudrove, Lau and Lomaiviti Groups

A Heavy Rain Alert remains in force for the Eastern half of Viti Levu from Serua, Namosi through Navua, Suva, Nausori, Tailevu, Naitasiri, Ra, Southern Bua, Cakaudrove, T

Weather

19 days ago

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

Elections Feature

19 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

19 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

19 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

19 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

19 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

19 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

19 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

19 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

19 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

19 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

19 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

20 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

20 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

20 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

20 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

20 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

20 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

20 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

20 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

20 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

20 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

20 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

20 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

20 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

20 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

20 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

20 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

21 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

21 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

21 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

21 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

21 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

21 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

21 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

21 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

21 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

21 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

21 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

21 days ago

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