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2025 Coca Cola Games : Marist and MGM lead medal tally
Defending boys champions of the Coca-Cola Games, Marist Brothers High School lead the medal tally wi
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MGM’s Sera Nasilivata breaks 32 yr old 100 metres Junior Girls record
Sera Nasilivata of Mahatma Gandhi Memorial High School was the queen of the tracks tonight as she to
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Navitalai of RKS takes home Senior Boys 100 metres gold, David of Grammar takes gold in Girls final
Samuela Navitilai of Ratu Kadavulevu School claimed the Senior Boys 100 metres gold medal in the 202
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1,500 metres : Simpson of MGM claims gold in Senior Girls and Valeimei takes the gold in the Boys Division
Gladness Simpson from Mahatma Gandhi Memorial High School had a well planned run and won the 1,500 m
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Raweso of Xavier College is bringing the heat to the Coca-Cola Games winning another gold in the Intermediate Boys High Jump
Laisenia Raweso of Xavier College is bringing the heat to the Coca-Cola Games winning another gold m
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Police yet to question anyone over viral video allegedly inciting violence against government
Police have yet to question anyone in relation to a viral video circulating on social media for alle
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Transforming Pacific Healthcare: PSH Hospitals’ Bold New Vision
In an era where affordable healthcare often feels out of reach, Pacific Specialist Healthcare (PSH H
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Perseverance and Hard Work lands Archibald at USP
From Loganimasi village in Wailevu West, Savusavu, Fiji, Francis Adam Archibald is proof that setbac
USP
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Akanise Coa of Xavier College wins gold in Senior Girls Triple Jump
Akanise Coa of Xavier College from Ba has won gold in the Senior Girls Triple Jump Event at the Coca
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Lutu of MGM grabs gold in Intermediate Triple Jump despite Long Jump focus
Keleni Lutu of Mahatma Gandhi Memorial High School has won gold in the Intermediate Girls Triple Jum
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Major showdown in the 100 metres Senior Boys tonight, Samuela Navitalai of RKS clocks fastest time of 10.92 seconds
Samuela Navitalai of Ratu Kadavulevu School is going into the 100 metres Senior Boys final this even
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Senior boys 100 mtrs battle looms, will the record be broken today?
An interesting battle looms in the 100 metres senior boys event of the 2025 Coca Cola Games later to
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Competition heats up at the Coca Cola Games, no medals won as yet
No medals have been given out in the 2025 Coca Cola Games so far as the 400 metres heats continue th
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Every dollar invested in sports has a return of $20 - Saukuru
Studies have shown that for every dollar invested in sports, there is a return of $20 and these retu
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24/04/2025
MGM’s Raikadroka and Grammar’s David out to stamp their mark in the Senior Girls 100 metres
Mahatma Gandhi Memorial High School’s Losalini Raikadroka and Suva Grammar School’s Claudie David are out to stamp their mark in the Coke Games Senior Girls 100 metre
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14 year old Tikoisuva of Grammar smashes 10-year record in Sub Junior Long Jump
Opeti Tikoisuva of Suva Grammar School has won a gold medal and smashed the 10-year old record of Paula Nasara of Natabua High set in 2015 in the Sub Junior Long Jump eve
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Atalifo of Saint Joseph’s wins gold with record breaking throw in Sub Junior Girls Discus
Saint Joseph's Secondary School’s Celestine Atalifo has broken the Coca-Cola Games Sub Junior Girls Discus record with a throw of 31.83 metres. The record was previo
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Ebenezer Saukuru of Marist wins gold in the Intermediate Boys Long Jump
Ebenezer Saukuru has won the first gold for Marist Brothers High School in the Intermediate Boys Long Jump Event at the Coca-Cola Games today. Saukuru who is the son o
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Marist's Benedito Ravai claims Senior Boys Shot Put gold with 14.03m throw
Benedito Ravai of Marist Brothers High School has won gold in the Senior Boys Shot Put with the throw of 14.03 metres. Viliame Sakiti of Suva Grammar School secured th
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Salanieta Vereivalu of RSMS wins first gold for her school
Salanieta Vereivalu of Ratu Sukuna Memorial School has won the first gold for her school in the Intermediate Girls Javelin event of the 2025 Coke Games today. Vereival
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Maryann Macedru of Saint Joseph's wins gold after record breaking throw in Intermediate Girls Shot Put
Maryann Macedru of Saint Joseph's Secondary School from Waimanu Road in Suva has won gold in the Intermediate Girls Shot Put with a record breaking throw of 14.44 metres.
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Dawai from SVC in Nadi wins gold in the Intermediate Boys Discus
Setareki Dawai from Swami Vivekananda College from Nadi has won gold in the Intermediate Boys Discus event of the 2025 Coke Games. Dawai is coached by former Marist ch
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All Saints’ Baledrokadroka wins gold and fulfils personal goal
Sailasa Raralevu Baledrokadroka of All Saints Secondary School in Labasa has won gold in the junior boy's division on the shot put. Speaking to fijivillage Sports, Bal
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Remandee caught by member of the public after escaping from police truck near Suva Bus Stand
A remandee who escaped from a police vehicle while it was on its way to court near the Suva Bus Stand this morning, was caught by a member of the public. The remandee
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Wife of murder victim welcomes Special Unit to investigate cold cases
Ranjani Devi, the wife of Salesh Chand who was murdered in Lautoka almost nine years ago has welcomed the Fiji Police Force’s decision to establish a special unit to lo
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Rabuka meets Sir Tony Blair to boost digital transformation in Fiji
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka met with Sir Tony Blair, Executive Chairman of the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change (TBI), in Singapore to discuss potential collabor
15 hours ago

TEWAKA expands fleet with 4 electric vehicles
4 new electric vehicles have been added to the fleet of Fijian-owned, multi-award-winning transport operator, TEWAKA. Managing Director, James Sowane says they acknowl
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Will Claudie David of Grammar reign supreme in the Senior Girls 100 mtrs
Suva Grammar School sprinter, Claudie David is the favourite to win the Senior Girls 100 metres in the 2025 Coca Cola Games. David clocked a time of 11.47 seconds in t
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23/04/2025
Lynda Tabuya matches offer made by Satish Narain with $1,000 Incentive for Senior Girls
Government MP, Lynda Tabuya has announced a $1,000 prize for the Senior Girls’ 100m and 200m final events of the Coca Cola Games, currently held by Younis Bese, to matc
1 day ago
Two police officers allegedly assaulted during alcohol-related incident in Labasa
Two police officers were allegedly assaulted by a 35-year-old farmer from Dogotuki in Labasa last Friday as they were trying to diffuse a situation involving alcohol.
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$35,000 worth of sporting equipment to be awarded to overall boys and girls winners at Coke Games
Marking the 50th year of partnership between Coca-Cola Fiji and the Fiji Secondary Schools Athletics Association, Coca-Cola Fiji has provided a one-off special donation o
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Chief Justice reminds 15 new lawyers of their duty to uphold legal ethics
15 new lawyers have been reminded by Chief Justice Salesi Temo that there are no shortcuts in the courtroom and they have a duty not only to the court and their clients,
1 day ago
Nadi residents raise concerns about cost of living, NCDs, and rural roads during budget consultation
High cost of living, youth unemployment, and support for small businesses were some of the issues raised during the national budget public consultation that was held in N
1 day ago
Calls made to remove VAT on medical services and equipment to boost healthcare and tourism
Calls are being made to provide a waiver of VAT on all medical consultations and procedures, remove VAT and reduce duty on the importation of all medical equipment and co
1 day ago

Police investigate viral video for allegedly inciting violence and spreading hate speech
Commissioner of Police, Rusiate Tudravu has directed the Criminal Investigation Department to investigate a viral video circulating on social media for allegedly inciting
1 day ago
96 students to form green team for rubbish collection at HFC Bank Stadium during Coca-Cola Games
Addressing the issue of the massive carbon footprint contributed by students and the public during major events such as the 2025 Coca-Cola Games is vital. Fiji Seconda
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23 Macuata participants complete training to become self-sufficient
23 participants from the province of Macuata who are part of the Welfare Graduation Program will now be able to be self-sufficient after completing the economic empowerme
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Man to be produced in Suva Magistrates Court for unlawful possession of illicit drugs
A man will be produced in the Suva Magistrates Court today charged for his alleged involvement in the illicit drug trade. Police say a joint team from the Serious Orga
1 day ago
Police conduct raid at Waimanu Road house but find nothing
Police conducted a raid this morning at a house along Waimanu Road in Suva which is suspected to be a place from where a drug dealer is operating. fijivillage News re
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'Bati' teaser trailer offers a glimpse of Fiji's latest full-length independent feature film
The teaser trailer for the locally produced film “Bati” offered audiences a glimpse of Fiji's latest full-length independent feature film, which was the first since 2
2 days ago

Street dwellers find safe homes
Great news as 45 street dwellers who participated in the Methodist Church Easter Camp in the Western Division didn’t return to the streets. The Ministry of Sports sa
2 days ago
Great Han Development appeal adjourned to June 11th
The Ministry of Environment and the Office of the Attorney General are appealing a decision by the Environmental Tribunal that allowed Great Han Pte Limited to continue w
2 days ago
Fiji is helping to shape the future of our region - Kamikamica
Fiji is not just adapting to change but helping to shape the future of our region. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Manoa Kamikamica highlighted this whil
2 days ago

Sanatan Dharm President urges transparency across all branches and committees
The President of the Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha of Fiji, Dhirendra Nand is calling on all affiliated branches, Ramayan Mandalis, Mahila Mandals and committees t
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Satish Narain to award $1000 for any athlete(s) who breaks Tabakaucoro’s senior boys 100m and 200m record
Excitement is definitely in the air for the Coca-Cola games this year as renowned sports commentator Satish Narain is offering cash incentives to any athlete(s) who break
2 days ago
Tens of thousands of pilgrims flock to Rome ahead of Pope's funeral on Saturday
Tens of thousands of pilgrims have arrived in Rome to mark the death of Pope Francis. The pontiff's funeral will take place at the Vatican on Saturday morning, with Pr
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Lomaloma jetty upgrade progresses well
The Lomaloma Jetty upgrade is progressing well, with recent work focused on the removal and replacement of eroded steel beams. The Fiji Roads Authority (FRA) says thes
FRA
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Mother calls on Govt to prioritize safety, crime, unemployment and road crisis in the next national budget
A mother is calling on the government to prioritise safety, crime, unemployment and road crisis, which people have been suffering from in the upcoming national budget.
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22/04/2025
Paula Roko Nabuta fondly known as ‘Ouch Mama’ passes away
VITIFM personality, Paula Roko Nabuta fondly known as ‘Ouch Mama’ passed away yesterday after a long battle with sickness. 35 year old Nabuta will always be rememb
2 days ago
Over 100 officers to ensure safety at Coca-Cola Games
Expect tight security during the 2025 Coca-Cola Games as more than 100 police officers will be deployed at the HFC Bank Stadium for the biggest secondary schools athletic
2 days ago
FWCC calls for gender sensitisation of all Fiji rugby players
The Fiji Women's Crisis Centre is calling for gender sensitisation of all rugby players in Fiji, especially in the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua programs. This follows th
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Fully developed Suva Bus stand expected soon as final works progress
A fully developed Suva Bus Stand is expected to be completed in the coming weeks, as the Fiji Roads Authority focuses on the final stages of improvement works. The FRA
Bus
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Archbishop Peter Loy Chong pays tribute to Pope Francis
Archbishop Peter Loy Chong, on behalf of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Suva, has conveyed his deepest condolence to friends and families of Pope Francis and the Roma
2 days ago
Mataqali Navunibua finally receives $150,000 gravel royalty after years-long dispute with TLTB
Years of waiting and unanswered questions have finally come to an end for the members of the Navunibua clan of Nayavu Village in Wainibuka, after the iTaukei Land Trust B
2 days ago

Masi stood down, Matawalu under investigation for alleged domestic violence
Swire Shipping Fijian Drua rep Iosefo Masi has been stood down from participating in any further matches for the Drua after being charged with one count of assault, while
2 days ago
Nalini Singh and Dr Rachel Pillay on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan
Fiji Women's Rights Movement Executive Director, Nalini Singh and Head of Family Health for the Ministry of Health, Doctor Rachel Pillay appeared on fijivillage Straight
2 days ago
Qiliho’s constitutional matter transferred to High Court
Former Police Commissioner, Sitiveni Qiliho's constitutional matter has been transferred to the High Court for interpretation of definition of public service. This to
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14 students of new Taveuni school get boost with $4,000 worth of computers from donors
14 students of Wainikeli Junior Secondary School in Taveuni will now be able to do research and learn much more as they have received $4,000 worth of computers and printe
3 days ago
Who will be the new pope? Here's a list of cardinals who could be the next pontiff
Speculation is swirling about who could be Pope Francis's successor after his death. But because of the way new popes are elected, it can be a complex question to answ
3 days ago
Earth Day is not a celebration — it's a wake-up call - Deo
At a time when the world should be advancing bold climate action and inclusive justice, we are instead witnessing alarming regression, which is fuelled by political autho
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Family of 14 pleads for help after house destroyed by fire in Nadarivatu last night
A family of 14 is pleading for public assistance after their home was destroyed in a fire at Navai Village in Nadarivatu. Lepani Mudunaivalu told fijivillage News that
3 days ago
2,600 athletes registered so far for 2025 Coca-Cola Games, number expected to rise
2,600 athletes have so far registered to take part in the 2025 Coca-Cola Games from this Thursday and the numbers are expected to increase as entries from the Maritime Zo
3 days ago
Over 4,800 graduates in Aged-Care still looking for employment - Chand
An influx of students graduating in Aged-Care training has caused the Ministry of Education to temporarily suspend the aged-care training program. Fiji Higher Educatio
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Two men in custody for allegedly stealing sound equipment from temple
Two men are in police custody for their alleged involvement in a sacrilege case in Rakiraki earlier this month. Police say a raid conducted by officers based at the Ra
3 days ago
Sanatan Sabha members to receive special medical discounts under new partnership with PSH Hospitals
More good news for members of the Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha of Fiji as they will now be able to take advantage of special discounts on other medical procedures
3 days ago
China warns countries against striking trade deals with US at its expense
China has warned countries against striking a broader economic deal with the United States at its expense, ratcheting up its rhetoric in a spiralling trade war between th
3 days ago

Pink Love Beauty Salon opens in Labasa, creating 6 jobs
Well-known Suva-based beauty brand Pink Love Beauty Salon has opened its branch in Labasa, aiming to offer top-class services to the Northern Division. In an intervie
3 days ago
One shop closed and 4 prominent retail outlets in Nausori issued notices for sanitary and hygiene non-compliance
One shop in Nausori town was closed by the Health Ministry’s Food Unit, and four prominent retail outlets were issued with abatement notices after they were found to be
3 days ago
Lautoka Youth Group promotes cleanliness through clean-up campaign around Fiji
The One Nation Our People Youth Foundation is promoting a safer environment through clean-up campaigns as they collected rubbish around Lovu Seaside in Lautoka yesterday
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21/04/2025
Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church, dies aged 88
Pope Francis, the reforming head of the Catholic Church who sought to modernise the pastoral and public priorities of the Vatican, has died at the age of 88. The Age r
3 days ago
47 people in Fiji have hemophilia, a rare blood disorder
There are 47 people in Fiji living with hemophilia, a serious genetic bleeding condition that can lead to life-threatening complications. This was revealed by the Fiji
3 days ago
Families flock to My Suva Park for picnic to send off long Easter weekend
As the Easter weekend comes to an end, many people gathered at My Suva Park today with their families to spend the holiday before another work week resumes tomorrow. W
3 days ago

Frances Masaurua overcomes 5-year challenges to graduate with Diploma in Nautical Science
Despite the challenges of working in a male-dominated field, Navatu, Cakaudrove woman Frances Tuinasakea Masaurua did not let that deter her spirits and spoil her focus o
3 days ago
Ex-police officers brought in to address issue of pending investigations - Tudravu
In a bid to address the issue of pending investigations in the Fiji Police Force, the Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tudravu has come up with the initiative to bring in s
3 days ago
Tudravu rules out political links to recent temple sacrileges
The Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tudravu has ruled out any political affiliations that are leading to some of the recent sacrileges around the country. This is follo
3 days ago

Consumer Council of Fiji receives 57 complaints against Driving Schools in 3 years
A total of 57 complaints have been registered against Driving Schools in Fiji over the last three years amounting to $21,430. Consumer Council of Fiji’s CEO, Seema
4 days ago
FCEF calls on Singh to respect legal process for Wages Councils
The Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation is calling on the Minister for Employment, Productivity and Workplace Relations Agni Deo Singh to utilise the tripartite struct
4 days ago
Kadavu launches ‘Cagi Vou ni Ceva’ to shield youth from drug trade
A unified stand towards curbing the illicit drug trade on the island of Kadavu has been adopted by traditional and faith-based leaders. Recently, a new task force know
4 days ago

Dr Bhim calls for ban on coup perpetrators from elections and two-term PM limit
It is unfair that those enjoying immunity from coup prosecutions freely contest elections. Those immune from prosecutions should be barred from contesting elections for f
4 days ago
DPP to review arms and ammunition file
The investigation into the arms and ammunition matter has been completed and the case file will now be forwarded to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions for
4 days ago
The well-being of the Nasinu community members is our top priority - Nasinu Town Council
Ensuring the well-being of our community members is a top priority. This has been highlighted by the Nasinu Town Council following their cleanup and youth awareness ca
4 days ago

PM to visit Singapore and Indonesia to deepen bilateral relations
Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Sitiveni Rabuka will undertake official visits to Singapore and Indonesia this week at the invitation of the Singaporean
4 days ago

20/04/2025
Dr Bhim calls for user-friendly ballot paper, return of constituencies, and lower threshold for Parliament entry
The ballot paper needs to be made user friendly by having names and pictures of candidates and party symbols for the separate constituencies and the non-ethnic based one-
4 days ago
Ketan Lal rejects call for reserved seats for minorities
Opposition MP Ketan Lal has firmly opposed the recent calls for reserved parliamentary seats for minority groups, including the proposal raised during the Electoral Law R
4 days ago
Help needed to find Mervin Prasad
Police are pleading with members of the public to assist in locating Mervin Prasad, who was reported missing at the Valelevu Police Station. Prasad was last seen with
4 days ago

Muslim IDC: Rewa to face Ba in final after dramatic semi final wins
Rewa and Ba are through to the final of the Fiji Muslim Sports Association Tebara Halal Meats Muslim IDC at Lawaqa Park in dramatic style. Ba and Drasa were locked at
4 days ago
30-year-old man drowns in Bua
A 30-year-old man is believed to have drowned while attempting to swim across a river in Bua, Vanua Levu. Police say the man was last seen last Friday, after which sea
4 days ago
Thousands join anti-Trump protests across US
Thousands took to the streets across the US to protest recent actions by President Donald Trump. Known as "50501", for "50 protests, 50 states, 1 movement", the demons
4 days ago

People questioned in relation to attack on fishing vessel - Police
A number of people have been questioned in relation to the report of an attack on a fishing vessel at the floating dock in Suva on Friday night. Police say the vessel
4 days ago
Taxis charging extra for eWallet payments are illegal – Consumer Council
The Consumer Council of Fiji is advising the public that taxi drivers demanding extra fees for eWallet transactions, such as payments through M-PAiSA and MyCash, are acti
5 days ago
Traders warned after 53 breaches uncovered in FCCC’s pre-Easter inspections
Traders have been issued warnings for possible prosecution after 53 cases of non-compliance were uncovered following over 700 inspections conducted across the country by
5 days ago

Over 200 children under 5 die from pneumonia and neonatal illnesses annually in Fiji – Cure Kids
Each year over 200 children under the age of 5 succumb to pneumonia and neonatal illnesses while least 60 children lose their lives to Rheumatic Heart Disease in Fiji.
5 days ago
Thousands of Christians in Fiji celebrate the resurrection of Jesus during Easter
Thousands of Christians across Fiji are today celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ, a central event in Christian belief that marks Jesus rising from the dead on t
5 days ago
Waratahs snub Drua post-match function after frustrating 28-14 loss in Lautoka
A frustrated Waratahs outfit snubbed the post-match function hosted by the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua last night after their 28-14 loss in the sweltering heat of Churchil
5 days ago

19/04/2025
Investigation underway after Labasa Town Council Chair defies Minister's directive
A team from the Ministry of Local Government is currently investigating after allegations that Labasa Town Council Chair, Paul Jaduram defied a ministerial directive to i
5 days ago
90% of people in old age homes are Indo-Fijians and more Indo-Fijian elderly are committing suicide – Kiran
90 percent of the people in our old people's homes are Indo-Fijians and along with that, more Indo-Fijian older people are committing suicide. This has been highlighte
5 days ago
Over 100 Fijians estimated to have haemophilia as push for better diagnosis grows
In 2023, the Fiji Haemophilia Foundation estimated that over 100 individuals in Fiji are affected by this condition and currently 47 Fijians live with haemophilia, 33 reg
5 days ago

Philippines to open embassy in Suva to strengthen bilateral cooperation
In a bid to enhance the growing level of engagement between Fiji and the Philippines in terms of labour mobility, agriculture, security, drug trafficking, climate change,
6 days ago
Waratahs aim to handle Lautoka heat as they prepare for tough Drua clash
The weather was a let-down for the Waratahs in Lautoka last year, but they aim to stick to their system when they again take on the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua in similar
6 days ago
Last minute changes for Drua as Masi is pulled out due to personal reasons
Couple of changes have been made to the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua’s match day 23 squad that will take on the Waratahs today with Iosefo Masi being rested due to person
6 days ago

FRCS launches Tax Amnesty Program to boost compliance and reduce penalties
The Fiji Revenue and Customs Service has launched of the 2025 Tax Amnesty Program, which will run from 1st May to 31st July to improve tax collection, reduce outstanding
6 days ago
Drua eye redemption in high-stakes Waratahs clash
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua are under no illusions about the challenge ahead — it's a tough uphill battle, and the mission is simple: win or go home. Coach Glen J
6 days ago
2 dead and 6 injured in Florida State University shooting, suspect is deputy sheriff’s stepson
A Florida State University student allegedly opened fire on campus - killing two and wounding six others. Officials say the student is the the stepson of a police offi
6 days ago

Ministry refutes allegations of interference, unlawful termination, and abuse of power against Radrodro
Recent allegations concerning the Minister for Education Aseri Radrodro regarding interference in disciplinary matters, unlawful termination of staff, and abuse of power
6 days ago
121kg of kava seized and 5 arrested in Northern Territory police operation
Australian Police have arrested five adults and seized 121kg of kava in the East Arnhem Region of the Northern Territory. Police on Wednesday received intelligence of
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