Members of the two unions of the University of the South Pacific staff are planning to go on strike tomorrow.
The unions says they are concerned about the manipulation
A flash flood alert is now in force for all low lying and flash flood prone areas of Viti Levu.
The Nadi Weather Office also says a heavy rain warning remains in force
Singer Liam Payne, who rose to international stardom with boy band One Direction, has died aged 31 after falling from a third storey balcony at a hotel in Buenos Aires.
The Fiji Trades Union Congress says they are surprised at the recent statement issued by the Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation and the Fiji Hotel and Tourism Associa
A woman has died after being involved in a car accident in Lautoka.
Police Director of Traffic, SSP Mitieli Divuana says the victim was driving along M.N. Naidu Road a
Villagers of Vunaniu Village in Serua will not have to worry anymore about going for weeks without water after a heavy rain event as they were gifted four 10,000 litre wa
Digicel Fiji, the International Water Centre, Griffith University, and the University of the South Pacific are embarking on a social media campaign to promote good commun
Former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama, former Health Minister Doctor Neil Sharma and former Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum will reappear in the Suva Magistrates
Neglect is one of the primary causes of suicide and attempted suicide, with many elderly people living alone and facing health issues.
This was highlighted by the Assi
Four primary school students, three boys from Year 8 and one from Year 7, were referred to police during an athletics meet in Suva yesterday after allegedly smoking marij
There is an urgent need for decisive climate action and it is also important to negotiate a new collective quantified goal (NCQG) for climate finance which is crucial for
The people of Dawasamu in Tailevu are calling on the Ministry of Health to post a doctor in their area to assist a single nurse in providing services to the district.
Former One Direction singer Liam Payne has died after falling from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
This was confirmed by the Argentine Federal P
Rise Beyond the Reef, a Non Government Organisation, that connects rural women artisans to international markets through their innovative online shops has opened in Port
Families living on Ratu Dovi Road in Nasinu are considering themselves fortunate this morning after a retaining wall from a newly constructed building collapsed onto thei
A heavy rain alert remains in force for Viti Levu, Yasawa and Mamanuca groups, Kadavu and nearby smaller islands, Moala and Southern Lau group.
The Nadi Weather Office
Ashlin Alveena Prasad will represent Fiji at the Miss Earth 2024 competition, organized by Carousel Productions with the grand finals set to take place on the 9th of nex
People have raised serious concerns regarding the Generation Fire Healing and Miracles Crusade which is promising to make cancers and diseases disappear, the lame walk, d
Blues’ star loose forward Hoskins Sotutu has withdrawn from the All Blacks XV’s Northern tour.
New Zealand Rugby confirmed that Sotutu has suffered a knee injury a
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua will be fielding a team at the 2025 McDonald’s Fiji Coral Coast Sevens, which is the country’s most popular tournament, featuring top l
Worrying signs are emerging after revelations that 8 street kids have died due to drug overdose over the last two months.
Assistant Minister for Women, Children and So
An 80-year-old Lautoka man is admitted in critical condition after he attempted to commit suicide a few days ago.
Police are investigating the case.
The number of s
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka confirms that he is aware of some of the members of the People’s Alliance Party planning to form a new political party for the 2026 gener
Outlaw motorcycle gangs have established a presence in Pacific island countries, including Fiji, Cook Islands, Guam, Palau, and Tonga, which has been attributed, in part,
The coalition government has the vision and is determined to provide equal development opportunities for all ethnic communities in Fiji.
Minister for Multi-Ethnic Affa
Plastic is one of the contributors to the triple planetary crisis, which includes climate change, marine pollution, and biodiversity loss.
Permanent Secretary for Envi
Two students aged 15 and 16 years were allegedly found in possession of dried leaves believed to be marijuana at a school in Raiwaqa yesterday.
Police confirm the stud
A narrative that explores themes of love, prejudice, and the power of storytelling, all set against a backdrop of vibrant island culture and music and features a variety
The people of Tailevu Province have been urged to fill all the vacant chiefly titles so that it is easier for the community to access grants for the development of the vi
In a field traditionally dominated by men, former Natabua High School student Siobahn Bogidrau aims to thrive in the engineering industry and hopes that her journey will
People living in the Central Eastern Region are advised to prepare in advance as current heavy rain and subsequent flooding could potentially cause water disruptions.
Bollywood singer Jubin Nautiyal who sang the ‘Raataan Lambiya’ song has shared the reel of AD Patel student from Ba, Justin Joseph singing his song on his facebook st
Fiji’s organic movement in the Pacific region is one of the areas that the Pacific Organic Learning Farm Network (POFLN) under The Pacific Community is working on to st
Great news for the villagers of Vuci in Tailevu and nearby communities after the Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka commissioned the Vuci Farm Access Road.
Rabuka commissi
Drivers and people living in the coastal areas from Natadola to Vatukarasa along the Coral Coast on Queens Highway, Kadavu and nearby smaller islands, Moala and Southern
Fiji Airways has been named an Official Airline Partner of the LA Clippers for the 2024-25 NBA season, strengthening the national airline’s connection with Los Angeles.
People living in Viti Levu, and maritime areas like Yasawa, Mamanuca groups, Kadavu, and nearby smaller islands like Moala and Southern Lau Group should be vigilant as a
School management and the Government should seriously consider investing in school properties through insurance. This is the message from the National Fire Authority CE
People residing in Maritime Areas like the islands of Yasawa, Mamanuca groups, Kadavu, Viti Levu, and nearby smaller islands like Moala and Southern Lau Group should be v
More than 200 rolls of aluminium foil containing dried leaves and more than 1,000 small branches believed to be marijuana were seized in Tacirua.
Assistant Commissione
Assistant Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Sashi Kiran will appear on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan at 7pm tonight.
The show will foc
Becoming a vegetable farmer has transformed the life of 55-year-old Uma Prasad, who finds peace and stays connected with nature.
Prasad, who is from Vunivau in Labasa,
Fiji appears to be growing in importance as a regional hub for drug trafficking and an emerging base for transnational organized crime networks.
A new UN Office on Dru
The Ministry of Health has a surveillance system to look at the trends of infectious diseases, specifically looking at respiratory infections, including the various COVID
Attorney-General Graham Leung has highlighted the important role of international law in addressing climate change while welcoming Pacific participants at the Internation
One of the huge challenges in the tourism industry is the leakage factor in the sense of what leaves the country to be imported or what's to service our industry and one
New Zealand have secured their place in the semi finals of the Women's T20 World Cup after thrashing Pakistan by 54-run in Dubai today.
New Zealand's batters had earli
If you are residing in and around the Navua area, please store water, as there will be a temporary water disruption from 5pm tomorrow to 7am Thursday.
The Water Author
Kings Road will be temporarily closed this Sunday from 7am to 7pm, along the Suva-bound lanes from the Naulu Road junction to the Adi Lady Davila Road junction.
The Fi
Students along the Lami to Navua corridor have been reminded of the importance of maintaining hygiene by frequently washing their hands to prevent infections such as typh
Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing new allegations of rape, sexual abuse and sexual assault after a series of fresh lawsuits were filed on Monday.
At least six lawsuits were
To raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research and support services, Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Lynda Tabuya, will host a Big Morning Te
More than 20,000 people attended the Fiji National University Open Days across their four campuses, marking it the largest attendance at the event to date.
The four ca
People can take advantage of the free health check-up during the Diwali Mela in Nausori this Saturday which will be conducted by Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha of F
The relationship between the Republic of Fiji Military Forces and its Coalition Government is healthy and sustainable, it is here for Fiji's future and there is no reaso
A mother is pleading for assistance to give her 3-year-old daughter a chance at life after she was diagnosed with severe aplastic anaemia in March and is undergoing treat
American singer, songwriter, dancer, record producer, and actress Mýa who is known for songs such as Lady Marmalade, It’s All About Me and Case of the Ex is currently
With cancer being one of the most prominent killers in the nation, calls are being made to seek professional medical help when someone is diagnosed with this disease rath
The villagers of Navunikabi in Namosi continue to resist relocation, despite confirmation from Energy Fiji Limited that no existing settlements or villages will be reloca
The relationship between the Republic of Fiji Military Forces and its Coalition Government is healthy and sustainable, it is here for Fiji's future and there is no reason
Police confirm there are ongoing investigations handled by the CID Headquarters and Serious Organised Crime into the misappropriation of funds, the illegal exportation of
There is some relief for the students of Deshbandhu Vitogo Primary School in Lautoka as the Government will provide support for the school after it was damaged by a fire
Naraiyawa Women’s Club introduces Starlink to support education and community connectivity
The villagers of Naraiyawa in Namosi no longer need to travel to Suva to a
Sanatan followers must come together, setting aside differences to achieve spiritual and cultural growth for the entire community.
This was highlighted by Sanatan Dhar
An urgent call is being made by the Consumer Council of Fiji for the immediate reform of health insurance practices across the nation following growing concerns about the
Minister for Employment Agni Deo Singh says the Ministry has been actively consulting its tripartite partners on the Employment Relations Act review however, the Fiji Com
It is now easier for people to manage their money with the launch of a groundbreaking new service by Vodafone and Digicel today as users can transfer funds seamlessly bet
Sending students home due to low to no water supply will be a thing of the past for more than 150 students of Noco Secondary School in Rewa after the school received two
A man armed with guns and a high-capacity magazine was arrested outside Donald Trump's rally in California on Saturday.
The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office say Vem
Over 775 homes across Lautoka have suffered extensive damage caused by Asian Subterranean Termites.
Termite Taskforce Co-Chair Sashi Kiran told fijivillage News that
A man who is a known street dweller was found dead at the Totogo Police Station yesterday morning.
Acting Commissioner of Police Juki Fong Chew says the man had called
Quick response by officers in the Southern Division have led to the arrests of two men allegedly involved in separate robberies in Vatuwaqa and Raiwaqa.
Police say the
The Counter Narcotics Bureau which was launched earlier this year, currently has around 80 members according to Minister for Home Affairs Pio Tikoduadua.
Tikoduadua h
The monthly Garden City Flea Market Day has given the opportunity for local entrepreneurs to push their businesses to new heights by promoting them at the event.
Durin
The National Fire Authority (NFA) is calling on building owners and business operators to safely secure their businesses and properties before leaving.
NFA Chief Execu
It is time for us to talk openly about the traumatic events our nation has faced in past generations, to learn from each other about what these events have meant, and to
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has urged the people calling for the Speaker of Parliament, Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu, to resign from his position as Speaker, to look up the
Deputy Leader of the Opposition Parveen Bala has called out the government for notable exclusions of other divisional celebrations and the non-inclusion of students from
Former Wallabies star Rocky Elsom has been issued an international warrant of arrest following a conviction for embezzlement in France.
Elsom was president of RC Narbo
Energy Fiji Limited is advising people that there will be a planned power shutdown tomorrow in areas around Labasa, Rakiraki, Savusavu and Natabua.
EFL says this is to
The Ministry of Education has released the school term dates for next year, allowing parents and students to begin planning for the upcoming year.
Term 1 of the 2025 s
Statistics have shown that the number of HIV/AIDS cases in Fiji had grown to 552 from January to June 2024, marking a 573 percent rise compared to 2017.
While briefing
Water supply disruptions affecting customers from the Tamavua water treatment plant have persisted since Friday due to elevated turbidity levels in the Waimanu River caus
400 rice farmers are set to benefit from a $150,000 government grant which will revitalise Fiji’s rice industry in terms of boosting the nation’s rice production.
Music lovers turned up in numbers at Opium Bar in Suva last night to witness Jamaican reggae artist Conkarah perform live during the Conkarah Concert hosted by Resonance
Iran’s government is extremely nervous and has been engaging in urgent diplomatic efforts with countries in the Middle East to gauge whether they can reduce the scale o
Police are continuing their investigation into a report filed at the Navua Police Station, where a 2-year-old girl was allegedly assaulted during an argument between her
Cancer is the third leading cause of death in Fiji and this includes breast cancer.
This was highlighted by Fiji Cancer Society Nurse and Project Facilitator Alumita B
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says a relook at the 2013 Constitution is necessary as unlike the 1997 Constitution with the progressive Bill of Rights that promoted funda
The Vodafone Fijiana XVs are focusing on their clarity and knowing their roles during game day as they prepare for their final match in the WXV3 competition against Spain
From a 7-year-old young boy doing paper runs and selling CDs to earn some money, to becoming a successful entrepreneur who is worth millions of dollars in Dubai, Sam Ratu
The two drivers and a passenger who were involved in the tragic accident in Nasarawaqa, Bua on Wednesday are still admitted at Labasa Hospital.
Fiji Police Spokeswoman
The Ministry of Fisheries and Forestry has lifted the ban on the fishing of Kawakawa and Donu in the Fiji waters.
The ban was imposed by the Ministry to protect these
The Land Transport Authority has called on bus operators and Public Service Vehicle drivers to strictly follow priority seating regulations for persons with disabilities,
When women who have breast cancer and opt for herbal treatment realise that the treatment is not working, it may be too late because when cancer cells start multiplying a
The appointment of the President of Fiji will be made in the next Parliament sitting which will be on the 31st of October, 2024.
This has been confirmed by the Busines
The Art of Living Fiji is gearing up for its Say No to Drugs event from October 25th to 28th, focusing on combating substance abuse and its effects on mental health.
T
The New Farmers and Lease Renewal program has already assisted 235 sugarcane farmers in the Northern and Western divisions, and Minister for Multi-Ethnic Affairs and Suga
The earlier people come to get their breast examined, the faster they can be treated and there are more chances for successful treatment and survival.
This has been hi
Despite their conflict with the Fiji Rugby Union, Fiji Water Flying Fijians centres Waisea Nayacalevu and Semi Radradra have been included in the squad for the November T
A fight that broke out at a mall in Westfield Doncaster in Melbourne, Australia has left three boys injured.
Witnesses say the brawl happened in the food court around
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