Kinoya father says spending time with his children helps him unwind
As we celebrate Father’s Day today, Kinoya father Rupeni Weremadigi says there is no greater joy than seeing his children happy.A father of four, Weremadigi says t
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Miss MHCC & Carpenters Tower Sala Korosaya crowned Miss Hibiscus 2026
Miss MHCC & Carpenters Tower Sala Korosaya has been crowned Miss Hibiscus 2026, taking the coveted title at the FMF Hibiscus Festival in Suva . For Korosaya, enter
Miss NFA Temalesi Alutakua wins Miss Charity
Miss National Fire Authority Temalesi Alutakua has been crowned Miss Charity at the 70th FMF Hibiscus Festival.Alutakua raised $18,507.90 through her charity campaign, ea
From float parade to crown: Miss Hibiscus 2026 crowning set for tonight
The streets of Suva came alive this morning as the 70th FMF Hibiscus Festival reached its final day with a colourful float parade from the Suva Flea Market to Albert Park
First Miss Hibiscus Liebling Marlow returns as Hibiscus Festival marks 70 years
Seventy years after a young 18-year-old woman stepped onto the stage and made history, the first Miss Hibiscus, Liebling Hoeflich, now Liebling Marlow has returned to the
2-yr-old Rajveer wins first place at Hibiscus Baby Show
Two-year-old Rajveer Chand won first place in Category 4 of the Hibiscus Baby Show held at the Suva Civic Centre today.A last-minute decision to enter her firstborn in th
Rokowailoa calls for stronger family and community support for children
Miss Unique Marketing Pacific Potaisia Rokowailoa will use the 2026 Hibiscus Festival platform to advocate for greater focus on children’s upbringing and the peopl
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
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
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
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
Rhyelle Aisea carries NFA, family, and Vanua in her journey as Miss Hibiscus 2025
Miss Hibiscus 2025 Rhyelle Aisea says the crown is not something to be treated as a prize but it comes with responsibility. While speaking during the Vakacirisalusa
Miss NFA, Rhyelle Aisea crowned Miss Hibiscus 2025
Miss National Fire Authority, Rhyelle Aisea was loudly cheered as she was crowned Miss Hibiscus 2025. During the week-long festival, Aisea also proudly showcased her R
Miss Hibiscus 2025 crowning to begin at 8.30pm
The Miss Hibiscus 2025 crowning has been moved from the main stage to the Suva Civic Centre. This is due to the adverse weather. The organizers have confirmed that
Miss NFA wins best decorated float, Miss Unique Rubber Stamps wins People’s Choice
Miss National Fire Authority, Rhyelle Aisea has won the best decorated float this afternoon. The sponsors went all out, decorating their floats to reflect their contes
Miss Unique Rubber Stamps highlights employment challenges in Fiji
Young people in Fiji continue to face significant challenges in finding employment despite their qualifications. During the fijivillage Straight Talk with Vijay Naraya
Queen contestants urge young Fijians to lead tourism through culture and heritage
Tourism is Fiji’s largest industry, and young people are being encouraged to step into leadership roles, not just as workers, but as key drivers of its growth and
Miss Unique Rubber Stamp Temalesi Tuiwalese crowned Miss Photogenic
Emotions ran high at the Suva Foreshore yesterday evening as Miss Unique Rubber Stamp, Temalesi Tuiwalese, was crowned Miss Photogenic at the Hibiscus Festival 2025, winn