Hibiscus Festival’s 70-year legacy belongs to the people of Fiji - Gavoka
For 70 years, the Hibiscus Festival has brought together families, communities, businesses, young people and visitors from across Suva and beyond, creating memories that
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Excitement builds as Vodafone Friendly North Festival begins today
The Vodafone Friendly North Festival starts today with seven queens and three kings taking part at Subrail Park in Labasa. The festival is being held under the theme
FMF Hibiscus Festival unveils 5-member judging panel
The FMF Hibiscus Festival has unveiled its five-member judging panel for 2026, bringing together prominent figures from law, public service, communications, advocacy, com
Measures in place to protect Albert Park during Hibiscus Festival
Organisers of the 70th FMF Hibiscus Festival have reassured the public that comprehensive measures are in place to protect Albert Park and ensure a safe and successful ce
Glitz and glamour as 70th FMF Hibiscus Festival launches in Suva
It was a night of glitz and glamour as the 70th Anniversary of the FMF Hibiscus Festival was launched last night at the Civic Centre where the Queen contestants took cent
51 years later former Hibiscus Queen hopes to reunite with her 1975 Miss Charity
More than five decades after they stood together under the spotlight at Albert Park, former Hibiscus Queen Michele Smith is hoping to find the woman who shared one of the
Hope Festival brings Sigatoka community together against drugs
A community-led Hope Festival in Sigatoka has brought people together with a strong message against drug abuse, particularly among young people.The festival, held at Navi
Mere Sigavunau crowned 2026 FMF Duavata Crime Prevention Carnival Queen
Miss Shield Security Services, Mere Mafi Sigavunau, has been crowned the 2026 FMF Duavata Crime Prevention Carnival Queen during the crowning night held at Subrail Park i
Baravi calls on youths to stay away from meth
18-year-old Varinisese Baravi of Macuata is urging young people to stay away from methamphetamine, saying the dangerous drug is destroying lives, families and communities
Former Hibiscus Queens return to support 70th Hibiscus Festival
Three former Hibiscus Queens will return as volunteers to help organise the 2026 Hibiscus Festival as the event celebrates its 70th anniversary.Festival Director Ellen Wh
About 2,000 attend Ram Leela celebrations at 125-yr-old Baba Ragho Vishnu Kuti Temple
About 2,000 people gathered at the Baba Ragho Vishnu Kuti Temple in Sawani, Nausori last night to enjoy the Ram Leela program.Minister for Defence, Pio Tikoduadua, who at
Fiji Muslim League launches 100th anniversary celebrations
The Fiji Muslim League has officially launched its 100th anniversary celebrations this evening at Suva Muslim College.During the launch, National President Basheer Ahmed
2026 FMF Duavata Carnival to kick off tomorrow in Labasa
Excitement is building in the North as preparations have been completed for the 2026 FMF Duavata Carnival, which begins tomorrow and will run until next Saturday at Subra
10 contestants finalised for Hibiscus Festival as two spots remain
Great news for Suva as 10 contestants have been finalised for this year’s Hibiscus Festival, with only two more spots left to fill.Organisers say they have receive
Muslims celebrate Eid-ul-Adha today with prayers, sacrifice and unity
Muslims across Fiji and around the world are celebrating Eid-ul-Adha, one of the most significant occasions in Islam, with prayers, reflection, sacrifice and acts of kind
New animated film teaches children about Girmit history
A new animated film is helping teach children about the history of Indian indentured labourers in Fiji and the legacy they left behind. The English-language animation tit
Baisakhi celebrations begin at Samabula Sikh Temple, emphasising compassion towards all
The Head Priest of the Samabula Sikh Temple, Sandeep Singh says Baisakhi is being celebrated today as one of the most important and significant days for Sikhs around the
Sikh Community to celebrate Baisakhi today
The Sikh community will come together today to celebrate Baisakhi, one of the most significant festivals in Sikhism, at the Samabula Sikh Temple.Baisakhi marks the birth
Flood warnings for rivers in Ba, Lautoka and Nadi
A flood warning is now in force for all low-lying flood-prone areas adjacent to and downstream of Tuva River in Ba, all low-lying flood-prone areas adjacent to and dow
Sanatan Convention focuses on youth empowerment and social awareness
The 64th Sanatan Convention in Navua is not only celebrating religious and cultural traditions but is also actively empowering communities, especially young people, to be
LTA urges caution and responsible road use during long Easter weekend
The Land Transport Authority is calling on Fijians to exercise extreme caution and remain vigilant on the roads this Easter long weekend, as traffic is expected to increa