Drug kingpins is a big issue and that's one of the major fronts that we will have to confront.
Newly appointed Minister for Policing, Ioane Naivalurua highlighted
A fault has caused power disruption to Extension Street, the CWM Hospital, the Fiji School of Medicine Complex, Bayview hospital, FSM Library, Oceania Hospital, Namosi Ho
34 Northern Division Police officers haven been honoured today with the prestigious Fiji Police Medal, while 38 others received the Fiji Police Long Service and Good Cond
Students will not have to deal with two different entities when applying for bond travel clearance, as a significant transition formalized today marks the official handov
Water Authority of Fiji’s CEO, Doctor Amit Chanan has decided not to seek another term as his contract ends in March this year.
Dr Chanan has informed the Board of h
As the wildfires in Los Angeles continue, officials confirm that at least six people are dead but have warned that the actual causalities remains unclear.
Tens of thou
The bodies of a man and his wife have been found in their home in Malolo, Nadi.
Police officers are still at the scene.
Divisional Police Commander Western, Senior
Some youths living on the streets of Suva have been given a new hope in life after their meeting with Minister for Local Government Maciu Nalumisa while he was walking in
Former Police Commissioner and former senior military officer, Ioane Naivalurua has been sworn in as the Minister for Policing at the State House.
Former Army Commande
53-year-old Harish Chand of Nukuloa, Ba is urgently appealing for financial assistance as he battles a severe heart condition.
While speaking to fijivillage News, Chan
A 27-year-old supervisor from Korovuto, Nadi, will appear in the Nadi Magistrates Courtafter being charged with obtaining financial advantage.
Police say the investiga
Ellington Jetty in Rakiraki will be temporarily closed for emergency maintenance repairs, which began on Monday and will continue until the the 6th of April.
Fiji Road
Hurricane-force winds have sent wildfires ripping through the mountains and foothills around Los Angeles.
Fireballs leapt from house to house, torching entire streets
Following concerns raised by many civil servants about delays in the payment of their salaries which was scheduled for today, the Ministry of Finance says all pay have be
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says the Government will exhaust all processes provided under the Constitution in addressing issues relating to the Commissioner of Fiji Co
Families and communities must embrace a shift in mindset, prioritising the care and responsibility for their elderly, as adult children are knowingly abandoning their eld
As Fiji faces an increase in the number of HIV cases, the UNDP has recently delivered 3,000 much needed emergency antiretroviral (ARV) drugs to the Ministry of Health.
Today marks an unforgettable day for the Mataqali Matalevu in Vunitogoloa Village, Ra, as they have purchased two vans from Asco Motors as part of their plan to generate
A new era has begun for tertiary students in Fiji as the Tertiary Scholarship and Loans Service has launched three of its programs which includes the Travel and Bond Clea
FICAC received 53 complaints last month where 14 are now being investigated by their Legal and Prosecution Department.
FICAC says following the assessment, 38 complain
The four ongoing fires - Palisades, Eaton, Hurst and Woodley - are 0 percent contained with five people killed and more than 1,000 structures burnt.
Palisades, the fir
A Flash Flood Warning remains in force for all low lying, flash flood prone areas and small streams of Dreketilailai, Nayarabale, Vuniika, Qawa, Cawaira, Vunivau and Laba
Despite geographical challenges and power outages, Adi Miriama Vauvata Nadurutalo has finally completed her Bachelor’s of Education from the Fiji National University.
Minister for Infrastructure, Ro Filipe Tuisawau says Member of Opposition, Ketan Lal cannot demand for his resignation because he is not the Prime Minister.
This follo
The Commission of Inquiry is planning to request the President to extend the deadline for the inquiry into the recent appointment of the Commissioner of FICAC, Barbara Ma
The large wildfires burning through Los Angeles have now destroyed at least 1,000 buildings, killed two people and caused a "high number" of significant injuries, authori
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad, signed a condolence book in honour of the late U.S. President Jimmy Carter.
Professor Prasad re
Residents in the Central Eastern region are advised to prepare in advance for any potential water disruptions caused by the recent heavy rain and flooding.
This has be
A Flash Flood Warning remains in force for all low-lying, flash flood prone areas and small streams crossing of greater Suva/Nausori/Lami/Tailevu and Naitasiri and Sigato
A Flash Flood Warning remains in force for all low-lying, flash flood prone areas and small streams crossing of greater Suva/Nausori/Lami/Tailevu and Naitasiri and Sigato
Minister for Disaster Risk Management Sakiasi Ditoka says they are relying on their Early Warning Systems in the rivers and unfortunately for Nausori Town, the flooding t
The water level in Navua River has risen by half a metre in the past hour.
This has been confirmed by the Navua Fire Authority who are monitoring the water level every
Minister for Disaster Management Sakiasi Ditoka says they are on standby if the need arises as a result of heavy rain and possible flooding to ensure families are safe.
If you are living in flood prone areas in between Sigatoka and Nausori, please move to higher ground before high tide at midnight.
Assistant Commissioner of Police Ope
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka confirms that repairs are being done now to the East Wing elevators at CWM Hospital, and new elevators will follow soon.
Rabuka's comm
Reinstated Director of Public Prosecutions, Christopher Pryde has thanked the judges of the Tribunal for their decision and the Fiji Law Society for its extremely helpful
Police have yet to charge anyone in relation to the robbery of a Virgin Australia crew member in the early hours of New Year’s Day near a nightclub in Martintar, Nadi.
Vodafone Fiji is urging parents to stay vigilant against scams as millions of dollars in Back-to-School assistance will be processed through the M-PAiSA platform from nex
Opposition Member of Parliament Jone Usamate says the breakdown of law and order is a national crisis.
In a statement, Usamate says Fiji is experiencing a dangerous an
Main Street in Nausori Town is starting to get flooded.
Photos sent to fijivillage News shows people walking through ankle deep water.
A Nausori resident says this
A Flash Flood Alert is in force for all low lying, flash flood prone areas and small streams of Vanua Levu while a Heavy Rain Warning is now in force for the Northern D
Opposition Leader Inia Seruiratu will continue giving evidence to the Commission of Inquiry this afternoon regarding the appointment of FICAC Commissioner Barbara Malimal
In a move to rehabilitate convicted drugs offender, a Drug Rehabilitation Centre will be established within the Fiji Corrections Service.
This comes as Cabinet approve
Koroi Seru, who allegedly beat Javed Ali to death on New Year’s Day has been remanded in custody by Suva Magistrate Yogesh Prasad.
The case has been transferred to
The people of Fiji deserve institutions that are not swayed by political winds but are grounded in constitutionalism, transparency, and accountability.
This has been h
Minister for Justice, Siromi Turaga says the Commissioner of Fiji Corrections Service, Dr Jalesi Nakarawa will be informed about the misconduct in due course.
When ask
WWE legend Hulk Hogan made a surprise appearance this week at Netflix‘s “Monday Night Raw” in Los Angeles — but faced a sea of boos throughout his speech while he
People living along Kinoya, Vatuwaqa, Raiwaqa and surrounding areas will experience water disruption due to the installation of a valve at Nasinu and Flagstaff Reservoir
Opposition Member Ketan Lal is demanding the immediate resignation or removal of the Minister for Infrastructure Ro Filipe Tuisawau after the collapse of the Vuniyasi Br
The floodwater level in Navua River has receded and all roads are now open.
Navua Fire Authority says the water level went down at about midnight.
A Heavy Rain Aler
As flood waters have yet to fully recede from the heavy rain last night in the Central Division, some roads remain closed to all traffic.
The Fiji Roads Authority says
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has confirmed new members will take over some of the portfolios he holds to ease the burden.
Rabuka says this will ensure they are ready
People are being advised to take precautionary measures as recent heavy rain has caused Navua River water levels to rise and flash flooding in some areas along Queens Roa
A 38-year-old unemployed man of Vidogo Settlement in Vatuwaqa who allegedly beat another man to death on New Year’s Day will appear in the Suva Magistrate court tomorro
Water level in the Navua River is increasing as parts of Navua are also flooded.
Navua Police also confirm that Viwawa and Naisasa Roads are flooded.
Deuba Road is
Due to flooding from the recent heavy rainfall, several rural roads in the Central Division are currently closed to all traffic.
The Fiji Roads Authority is advising t
All witnesses are forthcoming in providing their evidence in the Commission of Inquiry regarding the appointment of Barbara Malimali as the Commissioner of FICAC.
Seni
Suspended Director of Public Prosecutions, Christopher Pryde has been reinstated to his position after a tribunal investigating the allegations against him unanimously co
The Ministry of Health says they are working to restore full Radiology and Laboratory services at Savusavu Hospital after serious concerns were raised by members of the p
Flooding has been reported in parts of Central Division and people are being urged to stay away and refrain from attempting to cross or swim in flooded rivers, streams, d
Today marks a significant milestone for the Mataqali Nayalasa in Naraiyawa Village, Namosi, as they receive their new digger which is part of their efforts to enhance the
People in Suva City can expect improvement in the drainage system and an end to surface flooding after heavy rain as works to install new culverts at the Suva Bus Stand h
Following serious concerns raised by Kennedy Avenue residents in Nadi about muddy water in their taps since November, the Water Authority of Fiji has confirmed that a tho
We are working towards improving the service delivery of the Fiji Police Force by strengthening the manpower and vehicles availability to respond to situations around the
Fallen trees have blocked the main Kings Road from Verata between Wailevu and Kasavu which has caused a one-way lane for vehicles and pedestrians.
Fiji Roads Authority
As the public healthcare system is under immense strain and pushed to its limits due to outdated facilities and equipment, shortages of essential medications and an ever-
3 men are in Police custody after they were found with illicit drugs at Tamole Settlement in New Town, Nasinu.
The Fiji Police and Fiji Dog Detector Unit raided the h
A 25-year-old man has been charged with the murder of his 27-year-old uncle while in another incident a 40-year-old man is charged with the murder of his 70-year-old uncl
Member of Parliament Alvick Maharaj is raising serious concerns about the effectiveness and competency of the Fiji Police Force as there was a delay in action by police o
Commissioner of Fiji Corrections Service, Dr Jalesi Nakarawa has been sent to leave after the Ministry of Justice received reports of serious incidents and potential brea
A concerned Suva businessman is calling for police officers to be stationed in tents throughout Suva City, as was done previously, after $15,000 was stolen from a promine
The youths of Mataqali Nawavatu in Kalabu Village, Naitasiri, are urging the Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Lands Minister Filimoni Vosarogo to investigate why the iT
Four people travelling in a car fell into the Vuniyasi River in Nadi after the wooden bridge they were on collapsed last night.
Following the quick actions by nearby v
Former Minister for Fisheries and Forests Kalaveti Ravu was not present in court this morning for his appearance in the matter where he is charged in relation to interfer
Good news as the first set of journalism students at the University of Fiji will graduate in April this year, and all of them are already employed.
UniFiji Vice-Chance
Justin Trudeau resigns as Prime Minister and leader of the Liberal Party, concluding a decade of service to Canada.
This follows growing pressure from within his party
The Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission strongly denounces any form of abuse—physical or emotional—against children, especially under the pretense of
The Lautoka Chamber of Commerce and Industry is asking relevant authorities to take immediate action on unlicensed shops and private residents within the city municipalit
A 16-year-old boy was charged with the rape of his 13-year-old cousin while in another incident, a 15-year-old boy was charged with the rape of a 10-year-old girl from hi
Demi Moore and Sebastian Stan are the big winners for the Golden Globe Awards after winning best actress and best actor in their categories.
Moore was named best actre
Education in Fiji needs to be planned holistically from early childhood to tertiary instead of piecemeal.
This has been highlighted by the University of Fiji Vice-Chan
The ongoing water cuts in Namadi Heights and nearby areas continue to frustrate residents, who have been without proper water supply since Saturday.
While speaking to
The 24-year-old farmer who allegedly raped and sexually assaulted a Virgin Australia crew member in the early hours of New Year’s Day near a nightclub in Martintar, Nad
Fiji welcomed more than 1.06 million tourists into the country last year, breaking the one million mark for the first time.
This has been confirmed by Tourism Fiji CE
The National Fire Authority (NFA) has raised concerns about unreported fire incidents across the country, highlighting that many people are taking live videos on Facebook
The Commission of Inquiry needs to get to the bottom of the truth and I have played my part.
Prime Minister and Chair of the Constitutional Offices Commission, Sitiven
A Labasa couple has been arrested and charged by the Fiji Police Force M-PAiSA Taskforce for allegedly dishonestly obtaining $730 through deception.
Police say it is
It is a moment of joy for 18-year-old Liwai Roko Kabuyawa Duguca who becomes the first in his family to enter university for higher education.
Duguca hails from Waica
A Commission of Inquiry is currently sitting at the Old Parliament Complex to inquire into the recent appointment of the Commissioner of FICAC, Barbara Malimali.
Malim
Police officers must do justice to the oath they swore, to serve and honour the code of ethics and not focus on the internal petty issues.
This was highlighted by the
A 24-year-old farmer charged with the rape and sexual assault of one of the Virgin Australia crew members in the early hours of New Year’s Day, near a nightclub in Mart
People should expect more rain as a Heavy Rain Alert is now in force for the Central including Suva/Nausori-Tailevu areas, Coastal areas of Serua-Namosi, interior of Seru
With just 5 days into the new year, the National Fire Authority (NFA) is concerned about three residential fires reported so far.
NFA CEO Puamau Sowane says members of
Eighteen people have been arrested for possession of illicit drugs just five days into the new year, including two students detained on New Year’s Day and a woman arres
A mother and son are still traumatised after they were allegedly attacked outside their home by a man who reportedly tried to forcefully enter their house and rob them.
The Ministry of Children is working with law enforcement agencies to look into the matter where a father is seen being physically abusive and intimidating towards his two
We are ready to stand with the Fiji Police in making sure Nadi is safe for everyone but Nadi Police is under-resourced in terms of manpower and vehicles.
Nadi Chamber
The body of the 5-year-old girl who was washed away by strong river currents has been recovered along Waisomo River.
Police say she was crossing the river with her 32-
As New Year celebrations continue with the tradition of throwing water on family and friends, Police are calling on all parents to inform their children that splashing wa
The 12-member Fiji Emergency Medical Assistance Team (FEMAT) to help with relief assistance departed for Vanuatu this morning.
The Ministry of Health says the team has
Throwing rubbish in the sea is like treating coastal villages as rubbish dumps, harming livelihoods, polluting ecosystems, and endangering future generations.
This is
Officers from Totogo Police Station will not only concentrate around the nightclub vicinity, but be deployed along the Central Business District and suburbs of Suva to en
Maritime islanders can look forward to travelling in style as Goundar Shipping Limited has announced that they are expecting another ferry in June this year, which will b
Maritime islanders can look forward to travelling in style as Goundar Shipping Limited has announced that they are expecting another ferry in June this year, which will b
Police are investigating an incident in which a father is seen being physically abusive and intimidating towards his two young children while teaching them how to count.
Police met with Suva nightclub staff at 3.30 this morning after the clubs closed in a move to improve processes regarding de-escalation tactics.
During that meeting, n
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