During a recent meeting with the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific Executive Secretary, Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana, Deputy Prime Mini
A car has reportedly been driven into crowds at a Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg.
German media report that at least one person has been killed and do
Improving living standards is vital for fostering collaboration and cooperation within the community.
While speaking at the commissioning of the Burekalou footpath at
Vendors from the Lautoka Main Market, Bus Stand Market and Flea Market were given an opportunity by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Pr
Minister for Disaster Management Sakiasi Ditoka confirms that he has spoken with his counterpart in Vanuatu, John Salong, earlier this week and had conveyed to him the of
For the 2024 financial year ending 30th June 2024, the Fiji National Provident Fund had an overall growth in assets to $10.6 billion from $9.5 billion in the previous yea
Families can now look forward to a stress-free start to the school year as Sports World Fiji launches its highly anticipated Back-to-School Sale for students, teachers an
As we enter the Christmas season, there has been an increase in crimes, missing children, and illegal activities.
Methodist Church of Fiji Deputy General Secretary, Re
Radio Sargam’s Santa Bhaiyaji Christmas Promotion has brought smiles to two winners, 70-year-old Suraj Mati from Navua and 55-year-old Urmila Devi from Nadi, who are ta
For seven decades, the JP Bayly Trust has been a cornerstone of hope for families who have faced hardships through their tireless efforts in providing welfare, education,
Forty-eight families from the Mataqali Nacobicibici Qasekinagone in Matawailevu Village in Nalawa, Ra, are appealing to the Minister for Public Works, Ro Filipe Tuisawau,
The Fiji Police Force is calling on Fijians to refrain from taking matters into their own hands and instead report criminal incidents to their nearest police station to e
Zero tolerance for reckless driving is being enforced by the Land Transport Authority which is freezing the client IDs of 238 individuals pending show cause proceedings.
The first trailer has been released for James Gunn's hotly-awaited reboot of Superman, a film that Hollywood is hoping will come to its rescue as one of the biggest relea
Unfortunately local data on Postpartum Depression is limited, globally, the prevalence is estimated to be about 14 percent, however the country’s economic status is a f
Residents of Avon Place in Raiwaqa are raising serious concerns about excessive noise and drunk and disorderly behaviour from gatherings at Eagles Court that has been ong
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says they are working through the Secretariat of the Constitutional Offices Commission to compile their response to the Supervisor of Elect
Following the recent earthquakes in Vanuatu, Digicel Pacific is offering free calls from Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Tonga, and Nauru to Vanuatu from Friday 20th to Fr
A 53-year-old man has been sentenced for 14 years, 11 and a half months for raping his step daughter.
He had appeared before Judge Justice Siainiu Fa’alogo-Bull.
Police are investigating the discovery of a body in a house at Makita Street, Domain.
A caretaker reported a suspicious smell of a human body from the neighbouring hou
The Consumer Council of Fiji has slammed supermarkets for the soaring rise in frozen chicken prices, highlighting significant markups that is burdening consumers.
The
Climate finance must be delivered on scale and with urgency, because we no longer have time as Pacific Islands are facing an existential crisis, and the world must act no
Good news for the people of Rewa, Tailevu, and Naitasiri as the extension and renovation of the Nausori Library will encourage them to utilize its resources to enhance th
The Fijian Media Association is calling on public office holders to respect media freedom and democratic discourse on issues of national concern.
While making a statem
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says Fiji is in contact with our regional partners Australia and New Zealand in assisting them in providing assistance to Vanuatu.
This
The FM96 Big Night Out with Vodafone is back again this year at Albert Park, supported by Kasabias and Medical Services Pacific.
Communications Fiji Limited General Ma
In the spirit of the festive season, the Fiji Sugarcane Growers Fund has launched a special loan package, the Termite Impact Home Loan for replacement or repair of struct
With just hours to go before the worldwide launch of the first teaser trailer, director James Gunn revealed his approach to the Man of Steel — one that focuses solely o
A Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) C-130J-30 Hercules left New Zealand at first light today and has arrived in Port Vila, with search and rescue equipment and humanita
11 people were arrested in Savusavu Town last week for drinking in public places, which resulted in disturbances and the use of abusive language.
While responding to
ANZ Fiji has announced a renewed sponsorship deal with the Fijian Drua, that has now expanded to include the Fijian Drua Women.
ANZ Fiji Country Head, Rabih Yazbek say
A large number of mysterious drones have been reported flying over New Jersey and across the eastern US, sparking speculation and concern over where they came from and wh
Vodafone Vanuatu CEO Thoman Bruce says they have managed to contact a few Fijian families in Port Vila, and so far, all the families contacted are in good health.
Whil
Christmas came early for the members of the mataqali Teruku of Doi Village in Ono-i-Lau and two Kadavu villagers after receiving their boats and engines from the Ministry
At least 13 people have died and two others are in critical condition after a collision between a passenger ferry and a navy speedboat near a popular tourist destination
The US Supreme Court has agreed to hear last-ditch legal arguments from TikTok as to why it should not be banned or sold in the US.
The US government is taking action
Dozens of Vanuatu workers returning home from working on orchards and vineyards in New Zealand are stuck in Fiji with commercial flights yet to resume.
Local authoriti
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has today stressed that the government will not interfere with the Commission of Inquiry, nor will they interfere with the functioning of t
Minister for Tourism Viliame Gavoka has confirmed that no illicit substances or methanol were found in the ingredients or liquor substance in the alleged spiked cocktail
Rusiate Tudravu is the newly elected Commissioner of Police, and he will start in the role of Commissioner on February 3rd, 2025.
This was announced by Prime Minister
Termite baiting will now be conducted throughout the country, where families earning less than $30,000 will be provided with baits to destroy termite nests and ensure the
The Commission of Inquiry into the legality of the appointment of Barbara Malimali as Commissioner of FICAC, says today’s FICAC statement appears to be an attempt by Ma
FICAC is reminding the public to allow the Commission of Inquiry to carry out its work as it conducts its enquiries into the process of the appointment of the Commissione
While local authorities conduct their investigations, there is no indication that Bounty Rum was in the affected cocktails, and the exact source of the contamination rema
People in Fiji who are experiencing difficulties reaching their loved ones in Vanuatu following the magnitude 7.3 earthquake are encouraged to contact the Fiji Red Cross
This Christmas has become a bit more special for 600 children of Collection Pillars of Recycling from various areas in Sigatoka, Lautoka, Ba, Rakiraki, and Labasa as they
Great news for the feline residents at the SPCA, as Clothes for Good, Fiji's first-ever not-for-profit pre-loved clothing store, has donated $1,000 to upgrade the shelter
Charges laid on former Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and former Supervisor of Elections Mohammed Saneem by the then Acting DPP John Rabuku were valid.
This has
Opposition MPs, Jone Usamate and Mosese Bulitavu continue to raise issues of concern within the former FijiFirst Party, and have even labelled Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum as a hy
We stand in solidarity with the people of Vanuatu and extend our deepest sympathies to the families that have lost a loved one, and our thoughts and prayers go out to tho
Ambassadors and diplomats have been reminded to move away from the old dirty joke describing them as loyal servants sent abroad to lie for their country.
This has been
Children 17 years and under will soon be banned from accessing pornography online after the National Taskforce to Address Pornography decided to undertake the formation o
Fiji has recorded an offshore earthquake measuring 5.6 on the Richter Scale at about 10.10am this morning.
The Mineral Resources Ministry’s Seismology Department say
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
The drafting of the Medicinal Cannabis legislation, which will be undertaken in consultation with the Office of the Solicitor – General and the Ministry of Health and M
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
The Warwick Resort says they are working closely with the authorities to determine the cause of the unfortunate incident regarding seven guests falling ill after allegedl
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says Fiji stands ready to assist its Pacific neighbor in the aftermath of the devastating 7.3 magnitude earthquake that struck earlier yest
As Fijians try to contact their loved ones amid connectivity issues in Vanuatu following a 7.3 earthquake in Port Vila yesterday, Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs L
The National Fire Authority is seriously concerned as they have lost 3 firefighters from toxic smoke in 3 separate incidents in the past 4 months.
The latest officer w
Minister for Tourism Viliame Gavoka confirms that 1 out of 2 guests admitted at the ICU at Aspen Lautoka Hospital has been moved to a normal ward following an alleged spi
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 that the
People living in rural and outer islands are going to get assistance through UNFPA’s designing and implementing incubation programs that will foster innovation and sust
In the spirit of the festive season, residents of the Golden Age Home in Samabula enjoyed a refreshing day out at the Yatu Lau Beachfront Picnic Spot in Deuba this month.
A tsunami watch earlier in place for all coastal low lying areas of Fiji following a magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Vanuatu has been cancelled and there is no tsunami warn
Police confirm they are conducting the necessary investigation to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the death of the 41-year-old acting resort manager in Wailoalo
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 held
This Christmas carries a bittersweet feeling for Tia Tulewa, as her elder son, now working in Suva, will not be with the family but despite his absence, she remains commi
A teacher and a 17-year-old student have been killed and six others are injured in a shooting at a school in Wisconsin.
Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes says the suspe
A 49-year-old man has been arrested after Police Officers discovered five green plants believed to be marijuana in his farm in Nabouwalu, Bua yesterday.
While confirmi
Many students in Fiji are entering secondary school unable to read or write proficiently and there is a need for creative teaching methods to engage students and support
Teachers who have upgraded their qualifications are set to receive long-overdue recognition, with 395 educators receiving 50 percent of their salary upgrade payments this
Three people are dead and six injured after a shooting at a school in Wisconsin.
A juvenile suspect is among the dead following the attack at Abundant Life Christian S
A recent joint operation between the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service, the Fiji Police Force, and the Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji has successfully detected and disr
Checkpoints around the country will remain and Police will continue to carry out this exercise throughout the festive season.
Assistant Commissioner for Police Operati
Three people are dead and six injured after a shooting at a school in Wisconsin, police say
A juvenile suspect is among the dead following the attack at Abundant Life
Minister for Tourism Viliame Gavoka confirms that 5 guests have been discharged following an alleged spiked cocktail incident at Warwick Resort.
Gavoka says one guest
Permanent Secretary for Health, Doctor Jemesa Tudravu says one thing they noticed during the recent Fiji National Immunisation Coverage Survey is the rise in vaccine hesi
Serious concerns are being raised on the increasing number of accidents happening on our roads, especially due to drunk driving during this festive season.
Over the we
A mother and daughter are returning home to Sydney after an “ideal break” turned into a “worst nightmare” when they were hospitalised after a suspected alcohol po
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 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
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
The Women Entrepreneurs Business Council under the Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation has announced the results of its recent annual council election, where Vera Chut
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 of r
A 40 year old Acting Manager of Crowne Plaza has been found dead in the bathroom.
Police confirm the man's body is at Nadi Hospital mortuary awaiting post mortem.
Minister for Tourism, Viliame Gavoka reassures both local and international visitors to Fiji that the serious health incident that occurred at a resort on the Coral Coast
Permanent Secretary for Health, Doctor Jemesa Tudravu confirms the Ministry is still conducting their investigations into the 7 guests at the Warwick Resort who are still
Deputy Prime Minister, Professor Biman Prasad says he is not sure where Mahendra Chaudhry and Savenaca Narube get the idea that the government cannot do anything about th
The teacher of Lelean Memorial High School, who allegedly assaulted some Year 9 students, has been encouraged by the Nausori Magistrates Court to settle the matter.
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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
The government is setting expectations its run of budget surpluses is coming to an end, forecasting that a major hit to mining exports in the years ahead will undermine A
The remaining five members of the Bali Nine have returned to Australia after spending two decades in Indonesian prisons, saying they are “immensely grateful” to the c
25 children battling cancer were treated with movie tickets to watch Moana 2, hot lunch and Christmas gifts and a family fun day filled with joy and laughter thanks to B
The Australian Government has updated it’s travel advisory for Fiji as they have stated for Australians travelling to Fiji to be alert to the potential risks around dr
Two Russian oil tankers with 29 crew members on board have been heavily damaged in the Black Sea, triggering an oil spill, authorities in Russia have said.
Footage re
7 guests at the Warwick Resort are admitted at the Lautoka Hospital as it is alleged they consumed a spiked cocktail prepared at a bar at the resort.
Police and the M
ABC News has agreed to pay US$15 million to US President-elect Donald Trump to settle a defamation lawsuit after its star anchor falsely said he had been found "liable fo
From humble beginnings, Tavua farmer, Vinod Kumar is an inspiration to many as he has transformed what was a small enterprise to now supplying more than 100 litres of mi
Addressing the issue of violence against children is not only a collective responsibility that requires everyone to work together for the betterment of children, but it a
A joint committee led by the Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji is stepping up efforts to address the issue of derelict and abandoned ships that remain in Suva Harbour, po
A 37-year-old man from Lautoka is in custody for causing an accident while driving under the influence of alcohol.
According to Police, the man was driving along Sukan
South Korean lawmakers have voted to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol over his failed attempt to impose martial law, which sparked massive protests across the country.
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
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
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua are keeping in tradition with their previous pre-season training and will be in Kadavu till Friday afternoon.
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