New 9.1km access road to improve lives in Ba interior
A new farm access road linking communities in the interior of Ba is expected to improve the lives of residents by cutting travel times, reducing transport costs and provi
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Gounder says Fiji must plan an exit from the sugar industry as FSC CEO defends the sector
Permanent Secretary for Finance Shiri Gounder says he feels sorry for cane farmers because of the false hopes and promises that have been given to them and as a result th
Affordable housing remains a challenge as govt looks to expand land stock
Owning a home remains a challenge for many young families, while high rental costs continue to make affordable housing difficult for many.During fijivillage Straight Talk
$1.78 million evacuation centre marks major milestone for Tamavua Village
Villagers of Tamavua will soon have a state-of-the-art evacuation centre following the groundbreaking ceremony for the $1.78 million project by the Minister for Public Wo
Govt will consider assistance for cane farmers based on need and changing conditions - Tunabuna
Minister for Sugar Industry Tomasi Tunabuna says the Government will consider assistance for cane farmers based on their needs and changing conditions, but has not confir
New facilities planned for older persons as govt finalises National Ageing Policy – Kiran
Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection Sashi Kiran says the government is working on improving facilities and protections for older persons, including plans f
Fiji acknowledges receiving advance notice from China on South Pacific missile test
The Fijian Government has acknowledged the advance notification from China regarding military activity.Fiji's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade confirms Chin
China test-launches a ballistic missile in the South Pacific and raises regional concerns, Australia says this is destabilizing to the region
China’s navy test-launched a long-range ballistic missile yesterday from one of its nuclear-powered submarines in the South Pacific, a rare act that drew protests
Indian Police say Fiji based businessman to face extradition over murder attempt, AG yet to receive request
A Fiji-based businessman allegedly involved in a murder attempt in Vadodara City in India will have to face extradition according to the City Police.When fijivillage News
Fiji and Australia strengthen cultural ties at traditional welcome ceremony for Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese
Fiji and Australia’s strong cultural ties and shared commitment to unity have been highlighted during a traditional iTaukei welcome ceremony at the Grand Pacifi
New $3.4 million warehouse to boost disaster response in Northern Division
Stronger disaster response and faster emergency support for the Northern Division will be boosted with the construction of a new Commissioner Northern Division Warehouse
Sugar Industry Committee takes action to address sugar industry challenges
The Special Committee on the Sugar Industry has taken a series of urgent measures, including increasing payments for manual sugar cane harvesters from $3 to $5 per tonne,
Rewa women call for better market access and business support
Women in Rewa are calling for better access to markets, equipment to support their income-generating activities and business management training to help grow and expand t
X-ray technician shortage a disaster for Health Ministry, no timeline for Korovou Hospital – Ravunawa
The lack of x-ray technicians in Fiji is becoming more apparent with revelations that Korovou Hospital has been without a technician for months as Assistant Minister for
Chaudhry rejects Tunabuna's claims as cane price dispute continues
As an impasse between the sugar cane farmers and the Government continues, National Farmers Union and Leader of the Fiji Labour Party Mahendra Chaudhry says contrary to M
Immanuel defends Budget, says responsibility is about choices, not deficit figures
Minister for Finance Esrom Immanuel says the 2026-2027 National Budget is a responsible Budget despite projecting a fiscal deficit of about $1 billion, or 7 percent of GD
400 Fijian PALM workers abscond as Ministry warns overseas job opportunities at risk
Around 400 Fijian workers have absconded from the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility Scheme, prompting the Ministry of Employment to warn that such actions could jeopardis
More families to benefit as PM opens 16 new PRB flats at Jittu Estate
More families will benefit from affordable housing following the opening of 16 new Public Rental Board flats at Lagilagi Housing, Jittu Estate in Raiwaqa.While officially
Fiji's maritime security boosted with new patrol boats from Japan
Fiji's maritime security will receive a significant boost with the addition of a new fleet of fast inshore patrol boats, enhancing the Fiji Navy's ability to protect the
Govt allocates $34.2 million to boost Early Childhood Education
Thousands of young children across Fiji are expected to benefit from increased investment in Early Childhood Education, with the Government allocating $34.176 million to
FMA Town Hall sessions in Levuka at 7pm Wednesday and in Korovou Tailevu at 5pm Friday
Minister for Justice and Acting Attorney General, Siromi Turaga, Opposition Leader, Inia Seruiratu and senior politician, Premila Kumar have so far confirmed their attend