Northern and Western regions now face critical water levels - WAF
People living in the Northern and the Western Divisions are now also urged to use water wisely as water sources are at or are fast approaching critical levels due to the
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Leaders speak on Fiji having one of the highest recorded rates of violence against women and girls in the world
Fiji has one of the highest recorded rates of violence against women and girls in the world, with nearly 2 out of 3 women experiencing physical or sexual violence in the
Navua family in shock after father's fatal car crash in Australia
The family of Sikeli Nawaqa from Rio Settlement, Navua, is still in shock after receiving a call from the owner of Agri Fresh Farm in Perth, Western Australia, informing
40 year old man dies while helping in Nadroga fire
A man in his 40s died while trying to assist a home owner whose house was engulfed in flames in Nadroumai Village, Nadroga. Police say the victim was trying to help re
17 year old Rajat Rai earns World Amateur Golf Ranking, ready to fly the Fiji flag at golf tournaments around the world
17 year old Auckland based Fijian citizen, Rajat Rai is making waves on the golf course after finishing first at the Western Amateur Golf Championship 2024 in Denarau whi
Australian Govt in contact with Fiji after serious exploitation claims under PALM Scheme
The Australian Government confirms they are in contact with the Fiji Government on the allegations of exploitation, racism and bullying of Fijian workers under the Pacifi
Misuse of Telegram to share explicit images of women without consent has reached alarming levels - Lal
The only viable option before us now is to ban apps like Telegram that facilitate the spread of harmful content. Opposition MP, Ketan Lal has highlighted this, saying
PALM Scheme : Claims emerge of modern day slavery filled with racism, bullying, and unsafe and unhealthy conditions
Following the death of a Fijian woman who was under the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Visa 403, serious allegations are being raised in relation to Fijians wor
One-year-old baby is the youngest person to test positive for HIV - Dr Devi
With 552 new HIV cases from January to June this year which include 85 cases of people using injectable drugs, more information has been revealed today that a one-year-ol
Smuggled alcohol amounting to $6,500 seized following search operation on foreign vessel
A joint search and rummaging operation conducted on a foreign-flagged sailing vessel in Savusavu has led to the detection and seizure of undeclared alcohol with a total d
Raksha Bandhan: Sharma family focuses on the theme of protection
The Sharma family is celebrating the unique festival of Raksha Bandhan, a symbol of the sacred bond of protection between siblings, at their home in Nasau, Valley Road,
Civil servants told in circular to ensure that there is no Govt vehicle abuse - Prof. Prasad
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad stresses there are strict policies on the use of government vehicles by civil servants and the Mini
Tamavua Village bans long-term visitors to prevent drug related activities
The villagers of Tamavua in Naitasiri are united in their decision not to allow visitors to stay in their village for more than two weeks. Tamavua Headman Sunia Malewa
Ro Iva Naiteqe makes the USA Netball team to play in the USA Netball Premier League Launch
Fiji born Ro Iva Naiteqe from Seattle has made the USA Netball team to play in the USA Netball Premier League Launch. Ro Iva is the daughter of former Fiji 7s and 15s
QVS book U18 final showdown against Nasinu after 17-11 win
Defending Vodafone Super Deans under 18 champions Queen Victoria School have secured a final showdown against Nasinu Secondary School after overcoming Ratu Navula College
Deans U18: Nasinu one step away from creating history after 33-20 win over Cuvu
The Nasinu Secondary School under 18 rugby side is one step away from creating history after beating Cuvu College 33-20 in the first semi final of the Vodafone Super Dean
39% rise in crimes against women, 9% increase for children in July - Police
The Fiji Police Force has recorded a 39 percent increase in crime against women and a 9 percent increase in crime against children in July, compared to the same period la
Fiji records 42% spike in illicit drug cases and 52% increase in overall crime rate in July
The number of illicit drugs cases increased by 42 percent last month, having recorded 188 cases when compared to the 132 cases for the same period last year, according to
FSC urges farmers to curb cane burning as mills struggle with high trash levels and reduced yields
Sugar cane farmers are being encouraged to adopt clean cultivation practices and refrain from burning as burnt cane in the Viti Levu Mills has been one of the highest re
552 new HIV cases recorded between January to June this year
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services has recorded 552 new cases of HIV from January to June 2024. They say the new HIV cases have been recorded in all division
Employers to be fined up to $10,000 or face imprisonment for non-compliance of new wage rate
Employers are required to comply with the new minimum wage regulations which came into effect on 1st August 2024 raising the National Minimum Wage and sectoral wages by 5