Fijians in Vanuatu share updates but connectivity challenges continue
As getting in touch with family in Vanuatu is still difficult following the magnitude 7.3 earthquake yesterday, Fijians in Port Vila have been able to get some informatio
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Vanuatu Earthquake
The 7.3 magnitude earthquake, which struck at a depth of 57km, occurred 30km to the west of the capital Port Vila at 1.47pm, according to the US Geological Survey./+ARTIC
14 dead following 7.3 magnitude earthquake in Vanuatu
The death toll in Vanuatu has risen to fourteen following the 7.3 magnitude earthquake yesterday. Source : World Health Organization Reports say more than 200 peopl
One confirmed death after Vanuatu earthquake
Reports are coming through that there is a confirmed death after the earthquake in Vanuatu’s capital, Port Vila. Local journalist, Dan McGarry confirms that tha
Telecom Fiji Charity Golf Tournament raises over $33,000 for Fiji Cancer Society in support of Movember
The Fiji Cancer Society has been given yet another boost to assist people fighting cancer as Telecom Fiji has raised $33,420 through it’s Charity Golf Tournament
Westpac awards education grants to 30 females under the 2024 Women and Girls Education Grant Program
30 female students from across Fiji have been awarded education grants under the 2024 Westpac Women and Girls Education Grant. Westpac says four women are from the Nor
Violence linked to 15.25% of STIs in females, 14.18% in males – UN Report
Violence against children contributes to a wide range of health issues such as alcohol and drug abuse, mental disorders and sexually transmitted infections and costs Fiji
Rabuka urges unity, peace, and strong leadership for Fiji’s progress
As Fiji continues to navigate social and economic challenges, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has called for peace, unity and strong leadership as it is the critical pilla
Raiwai women’s club leads cleanup initiative to tackle litter
The women’s club of Raj Moti Lal Street in Raiwai has undertaken a cleanup initiative on Nairai Road, McFarlane Street, and Kia Street, addressing the accumulation
Punjas unveils $55m Distribution Centre in Lautoka
Punjas has unveiled its new $55 million Distribution Centre in Lautoka which is set to become the largest warehouse in the Pacific, with a storage capacity of 24,000 pall
52 children diagnosed with RHD in Kadavu echo screenings
52 children have been diagnosed with Rheumatic Heart Disease following echo screenings conducted in Kadavu this week. The echo screenings were carried out by the Kadav
RFMF honours Ratu Wiliame with farewell Dining-Out
The former President of Fiji and Commander-in-Chief of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, Ratu Wiliame Katonivere, was honoured with a farewell Dining-Out at the Offic
Devo Babas crowned 17th Fiji Bitter Wairiki 7s champion after 19-7 win over Police Blue
The Viti Roofing Devo Babas have been crowned the new champions of the 17th Fiji Bitter Wairiki 7s after defeating defending champion Police Blue 19-7 this afternoon.
UniFiji opens new office in Levuka, physical environment to become classrooms
In a bold move to provide comprehensive, broad and quality higher education to the maritime areas of Fiji starting in Levuka, the University of Fiji has opened its office
Tagilala given Bravery Award for saving 14 lives
12-year-old Samisoni Tagilala, who saved 14 people from drowning while travelling to Tavanuku in Lau, is one of 14 children recognised during UN World Children’s D
Tamavua-i-Wai community unites to restore marine ecosystem with 13,000 mangrove seedlings
As we strive to protect our marine ecosystem from the impact of development, the residents of Tamavua-i-Wai, Fiji Roads Authority, JICA and the Ministry of Forestry have
Ro Filipe urges 392 FNU graduates to shape the nation's future with knowledge and skills
Education is not just about gaining knowledge for personal growth but a powerful tool that can be used to gain knowledge and contribute to the betterment of the society.
AG confident that Information Act will be operationalized by first quarter of 2025
Attorney General Graham Leung says he is confident the Information Act will be operationalized by the first quarter of 2025 as it enhances transparency and accountability
Concerns raised over imported produce impacting the local economy
CEO of the Fiji Hotel & Tourism Association, Fantasha Lockington has expressed concerns about Fiji’s heavy reliance on imported produce, which now accounts for
Suva Market vendor Virisila Taucilagi hopes for higher earnings this festive season
The 35-year-old Virisila Taucilagi, who has been selling food such as lumi, kokoda, kaikoso, breadfruit, and food parcels at the Suva Market for the past year, is expecti
White powder, marijuana, suki and other contraband items confiscated in Naboro Prison
White powder, marijuana, suki, touch screen mobile phones and mobile batteries have been confiscated by the Fiji Corrections Service during a routine sweep search at the