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No new mining licences until laws reviewed - Lands Ministry

No new mining licences will be issued in Fiji until the country’s mining legislation is fully revi

Land

8 minutes ago

Justice Mataitoga raises concerns over political influence within the justice system

President of the Fiji Court of Appeal, Justice Isikeli Mataitoga has raised concerns about possible

Constitutional-Review-Commission Consultation

3 hours ago

Alleged Nauluvatu murderers allowed to reside at FNU Nasinu Campus

Three tertiary students charged with the murder of a 30-year-old man in Nauluvatu last month have be

Court Crime Murder

2 minutes ago

Rabuka supports the name Fijian for all citizens

Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka says he supports the Fijian name for all citizens of Fiji.Rabuka has

Feature Fijian GCC

3 hours ago

Roko Tui Bau believes ‘Fijian’ can be a name that includes all of us equally

I believe our national identity should reflect the biblical principle that we are one people, wi

2013-Constitution-Review Fijian

18 hours ago

$300M China-Aid Road Project to upgrade 80km of roads in Vanua Levu

Thousands of people in Vanua Levu are expected to benefit from improved road access to schools, heal

Government Roads

17 hours ago

USP hosts Orientation Week for first-year students

The University of the South Pacific’s campuses across Fiji and the region was filled with vibrant

Cabinet agrees to 20% pay cut - Rabuka

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has confirmed that all Cabinet Ministers have agreed to the proposed

Fuel Government

17 hours ago

Raiwaqa Gas Crematorium project nears completion

Raiwaqa Gas Crematorium Project is now in its final stages, marking a significant step in improving

Development Government

35 minutes ago

Leaders must take first step on pay cuts and cost-saving – Nalumisa

Leaders must take the first step in implementing cost-saving measures.Minister for Housing and Local

Economy Fuel Government Parliament Social-Welfare Transportation

18 hours ago

Central Division reconnected to power grid, restoration works continue in Western Division

Energy Fiji Limited says all people in the Central Division are now connected to the main power grid

EFL

4 hours ago

PM announces relief measures, proposes 20% pay cut for Ministers, Assistant Ministers and MPs

Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka has announced that the Government will provide direct relief to bus

Feature Fuel Government

1 day ago

EFL introduces temporary power rationing, power outages continue in Central and Western divisions

Energy Fiji Limited has introduced temporary power rationing in some areas to manage electricity de

EFL Feature TC-Vaianu

2 days ago

National Security Council to meet today to review the fuel situation in the country

The National Security Council is expected to meet later today to review the fuel situation in the co

Fuel Government

2 days ago

10/04/2026

Police officer escapes serious injury in Labasa accident

A police officer is counting his lucky stars after the vehicle he was driving veered off the road along Tabia Road in Labasa last night.Labasa Police confirmed to fijivil

Police Road Accident

3 hours ago

09/04/2026

Confidentiality hearing in JSC judicial review on COI adjourned to next Thursday

The hearing on the confidentiality aspect of the Judicial Services Commission judicial review application to quash the findings of the Commission of Inquiry into Barbara

COI Court JSC

16 hours ago

ICEJ National Director's authority in dispute in Fiji Airways Israel charter flight saga

The counsel for Fiji Airways in the $3 million Israel charter flight case says now that the benefit of the flight has already been assumed and it is time to pay the dues,

Court Fiji-Airways

17 hours ago

'Fijian' in Context

The recommendation by the Great Council of Chiefs (GCC) to reserve the term “Fijian” exclusively for iTaukei reflects a deeply rooted cultural perspective, but it als

Opinion

18 hours ago

13 food business operators in Tavua closed by Health Inspectors

Thirteen food business operators in Tavua have been closed for failing to comply with food safety standards.The Health Ministry says the Tavua Health Office team, in coll

Health

18 hours ago

Central and Eastern schools to open today

Schools in the Central and Eastern Divisions will reopen today, while schools in the Western Division will remain closed. Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro, advis

Education

19 hours ago

Restaurant and bakery project breaks ground at Suva Market to empower women

More women will now be empowered through new economic opportunities following the groundbreaking of the Suva Market Inspiring Women Cooperative Restaurants and Bakery.Dur

Government Women-artists Women-Empowerment Youth

21 hours ago

ATH CEO confirms Board approved Kaba’s appointment in 2017 and all directors are required to declare conflicts of interest

Amalgamated Telecom Holdings CEO, Ivan Fong confirmed in the High Court today that former Director of Telecom Fiji Limited, Sanjay Kaba’s appointment was approved by bo

Court Crime

22 hours ago

NGO Coalition concerned about GCC's proposals for constitution change

The NGO Coalition on Human Rights and their allies have stressed that the recent proposals by the Great Council of Chiefs to the Constitution Review Commission have no p

2013-Constitution-Review Feature

22 hours ago

Fijians urged to avoid all travel to high-risk Middle East nations amid rising tensions

Fijians are strongly advised to avoid all travel, including transit, to several high-risk countries such as the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Iran, Israel, Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Y

Government

22 hours ago

Sigatoka farmers suffer heavy losses

Farmers in Sigatoka are facing heavy losses after Tropical Cyclone Vaianu damaged farms and disrupted essential services.Speaking to fijivillage News, farmer Rajnesh Sing

Farming Flooding TC-Vaianu

22 hours ago

Box Jellyfish warning issued for Fiji waters

Fijians are being warned to take extra care at sea following reports of the presence of the highly venomous Box Jellyfish in local waters.The Ministry of Health, in colla

Fisheries-and-Forestry Health

22 hours ago

Lautoka City Council rolls out free clean-up for green waste from TC Vaianu

Great news for residents of Lautoka City, as they can benefit from a free disaster clean-up initiative with the Lautoka City Council rolling out a special green waste col

Lautoka-City-Council TC-Vaianu Waste-Management

23 hours ago

11 families affected by flood in Central Division receive Government food assistance

Eleven families in the Central Division affected by the recent flooding have received food ration assistance as part of the Government’s immediate relief efforts, suppo

Assistance Flooding Government

23 hours ago

Western Division District Councils of Social Services strongly reject proposed waste to energy project in Vuda

The Western Division District Councils of Social Services representing Nadroga, Navosa, Nadi, Lautoka, Ba, Tavua, and Ra — who are affiliates of the Fiji Council of So

TNG-Waste-To-Energy-incinerator-Vuda

1 day ago

Lateef pleads not guilty to unlawful possession of illicit drugs

Former Suva-based lawyer Shazran Abdul Lateef has pleaded not guilty to unlawful possession of illicit drugs.Lateef appeared before Suva Magistrate Sufia Hamza this morni

Court Drugs

1 day ago

SCC resumes garbage collection, residents question why workers were told to stay home yesterday

The Suva City Council has confirmed that garbage collection services will resume today, with operations focused on completing the missed collections efficiently. This fol

SCC Waste-Management

1 day ago

EFL announces scheduled power rationing in parts of Central Division

Energy Fiji Limited has announced a scheduled power rationing plan affecting parts of the Central Division today as repair works continue on the main transmission line.Un

EFL Fuel

1 day ago

WATCH: Adi Tulia and Hereniko on fijivillage Straight Talk

Writer and filmmaker from Ra, Adi Tulia Nacola and Rotuma's first and only playwright, award-winning filmmaker and full professor, Vilsoni Hereniko appear on fijivillage

Straight-Talk

1 day ago

All civil servants to resume duties today

All civil servants are to resume normal duties today.The Ministry of Civil Service says this follows the movement of Severe Tropical Cyclone Vaianu out of Fiji’s waters

Ministry of Civil Service

1 day ago

Central, Western and Eastern schools to remain closed today

Schools in the Western, Central, and Eastern Divisions will remain closed today, while schools in the Northern Division will remain open.Minister for Education Aseri Radr

Education Government

1 day ago

PS iTaukei's contract ends today after controversial remarks

Permanent Secretary for iTaukei Affairs, Jone Navakamocea's contract of service will end from today.Public Service Commission Chairman, Luke Rokovada says the Commission,

Government iTaukei

1 day ago

08/04/2026

Lautoka residents demand urgent action over water and power cuts

Residents in parts of Lautoka are calling for urgent restoration of water and electricity, as well as immediate assistance for farmers, following severe weather that disr

Farming Flooding Government TC-Vaianu Weather

2 days ago

Tourism operators in the West ready to resume normal operations - Lockington

For tourism operators in the West, it is back to business as usual once the clean-ups have been completed, with high occupancies confirmed everywhere.This was highlighted

Fiji-Airways Fiji-Hotel-and-Tourism-Association MSAF Tourism Tourists Water

2 days ago

More than 1,470 people still taking shelter in 46 evacuation centres around Fiji

More than 1,470 people from approximately 378 families are currently taking shelter in 46 active evacuation centres across all four divisions after the heavy rain and str

Evacuation-centre TC-Vaianu Weather

2 days ago

Estate Management Services fined over illegal dumping in Pacific Harbour

Following concerns raised about illegal waste dumping in the Pacific Harbour area, Estate Management Services Pte Ltd has been fined after it was found to have breached i

Environment Rubbish

2 days ago

Tikoirewa joins restoration efforts in Nadi and commends Town Council for clearing debris

Sitiveni Nakurua Tikoirewa, a resident of Yako Village in Nadi, spent this morning assisting fellow community members with cleanup and restoration efforts after the stron

TC-Vaianu

2 days ago

Human Rights Commission calls for views on rights of children with disabilities

The Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission is calling on communities, families, caregivers, and stakeholders nationwide to submit their views for a landmark

Children Human-Rights

2 days ago

Floodwaters damage homes in Rifle Range Lautoka as residents begin clean-up

Floodwaters entered homes in Rifle Range, Lautoka early yesterday morning leaving families counting their losses and beginning clean-up efforts today.Resident of Rifle Ra

Flooding TC-Vaianu Weather

2 days ago

TC Vaianu moves further away from Fiji, heavy rain, flash flood and strong wind warnings remain

As Tropical Cyclone Vaianu moves further away from Fiji, a heavy rain warning remains in force for the entire Fiji group, a flash flood warning remains in force for Vit

Feature TC-Vaianu Weather

2 days ago

Some roads in Western and Central divisions affected by TC Vaianu

Tropical Cyclone Vainanu continues to impact road networks with a number of crossings and roads in the Western and Central divisions either closed, restricted, or affecte

FRA Roads TC-Vaianu

2 days ago

Power outage continues in Central and Western Divisions

People in parts of the Central and Western Divisions continue to experience intermittent power outages following damage caused by Category 3 Tropical Cyclone Vaianu.The o

EFL TC-Vaianu

2 days ago

Artemis II astronauts head home after record-breaking lunar fly-by

Four astronauts aboard Artemis II are heading back to Earth after completing a historic lunar fly-by that has taken them further into space than any humans before.The cre

abc-news World-News

2 days ago

Trump agrees to two-week ceasefire with Iran

Just a few minutes ago, US President Donald Trump said he has agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran on the condition that Iran agree to reopen the critical Strait of H

Fuel USA World-News

2 days ago

Bus services resume in Central Division but with limited service

With Tropical Cyclone Vaianu moving away from Fiji, some bus services have resumed operations with limited services.They include Shore Buses Limited, Nasese Bus Limited,

Fiji-Bus-Operators-Association TC-Vaianu

2 days ago

River levels recede in Nadi as Police confirm no casualties

Nadi Police have confirmed that water levels in both the Nawaka and Nadi rivers have receded, and they are continuing to monitor conditions in line with the advice from t

TC-Vaianu

2 days ago

Keep children safely indoors today and avoid unnecessary movements - Police

Police are urging all parents and guardians to keep children safely indoors today and to avoid unnecessary movements as the Nadi Weather Office is forecasting heavy rain

Police

2 days ago

TC Vaianu expected to exit Fiji waters this evening, flood and heavy rain warnings remain

A heavy rain warning and flash flood warning remains in force for the whole of Fiji as Category 3 Tropical Cyclone Vaianu is expected to move out of Fiji’s waters by th

Flooding TC-Vaianu Weather

2 days ago

Raiwaqa Health Centre services relocated to Vodafone Arena

Raiwaqa Health Centre has been relocated to the Vodafone Arena due to ongoing adverse weather conditions.The Ministry of Health says the Health Centre, which had been te

Health Hospital

2 days ago

Semo Bypass open to traffic despite damage caused by flooding

Semo Bypass is open to all traffic; however, the road has been damaged.The Fiji Roads Authority says material on the side of the bypass has washed away due to heavy rain

FRA TC-Vaianu

2 days ago

People in Central Division facing intermittent power outages due to damaged transmission line

People in the Central Division are facing intermittent power outages following damage to a key transmission line caused by ongoing adverse weather conditions.Energy Fiji

EFL TC-Vaianu

2 days ago

Flood warnings remain for Nadi and Tuva rivers as TC Vaianu moves south of Fiji

A river flood warning remains in force for the Nadi River and Tuva River in Nadroga and Nawaka River as the level is above warning levels.The Nadi Weather Office says a

Feature TC-Vaianu

2 days ago

Some bus services reduced or suspended

Major bus companies servicing various routes have suspended some services, while others have ceased operations for today following a call from the Fiji Bus Operators Asso

Fiji-Bus-Operators-Association TC-Vaianu Weather

2 days ago

Semo Bypass closed due to flooding

Semo bypass road along the Queens Highway in Sigatoka is closed due to flooding.Sigatoka Police say the bypass has been flooded since yesterday afternoon. Stay with us f

FRA TC-Vaianu

2 days ago

Rising waters and strong waves threaten Nabukelevu, Kadavu

Nabukelevu-i-Ra District School teacher Emily Sua says the school compound, though not yet severely flooded, is slowly taking in water, while fallen tree branches signa

TC-Vaianu Weather

2 days ago

Nadi River flooding displaces residents in Nawaka Tramline

A resident of Nawaka Tramline in Nadi has been forced to leave her home with her family after floodwaters inundated the area following heavy rain.Shayal Prasad told f

TC-Vaianu Weather

2 days ago

All schools to remain closed until further notice

All schools will remain closed today until further notice.The Ministry of Education says this decision follows situational reports received from all four divisions, in co

Education School TC-Vaianu

2 days ago

Suva and Nasinu Market will remain closed until further notice

Markets in Suva and Nasinu will remain closed until further notice due to the ongoing effects of Tropical Cyclone Vaianu.The Suva City Council confirmed that Suva Market

TC-Vaianu

2 days ago

More than 290 people in evacuation centres across the Eastern, Western and Central Divisions

More than 290 people are currently taking shelter in various evacuation centres in the Central, Western and the Eastern Divisions. The National Disaster Risk Management

Assistance TC-Vaianu

2 days ago

Slow improvement in Nadi Back Road flooding; residents warned of high tide

Residents along Nadi Back Road are reporting ongoing flooding, with water levels slowly receding but significant inundation still affecting homes and roads. Ritika Sharma

TC-Vaianu Weather

2 days ago

All FNU campuses to remain closed today due to Cyclone Vaianu

All Fiji National University campuses to remain closed today, due to the impacts of Category 3 Tropical Cyclone Vaianu.FNU Vice-Chancellor Professor Unaisi Nabobo-Baba sa

FNU Students TC-Vaianu Weather

2 days ago

USP Laucala and Labasa campuses remain open

The University of the South Pacific Laucala and Labasa campuses will remain open at this stage despite the ongoing impacts of Severe Tropical Cyclone Vaianu. USP says its

Flooding Students TC-Vaianu USP Weather

2 days ago

River flood warning issued as Nadi and Tuva rivers rise above warning levels

The Nadi River and Tuva River in Nadroga continue to rise and are now above warning levels and as a result, a river flood warning is in force for all low-lying communitie

Feature TC-Vaianu Weather

2 days ago

Electricity restored in parts of Lautoka as winds ease and rain weakens

Electricity is now back on in parts of Lautoka, while the rain has begun to weaken. Poate Matairavula says winds are easing and the rain stopped after 9 tonight along Tav

EFL Flooding TC-Vaianu

2 days ago

07/04/2026

Electricity restored in Lami amid strong winds and rainfall

Residents in Lami are experiencing strong winds and heavy rain, but electricity has been restored following earlier outages. Tamari Waqa, who lives on Naimataga Road in V

TC-Vaianu Weather

2 days ago

Flood warnings for rivers in Ba, Lautoka and Nadi

A flood warning is now in force for all low-lying flood-prone areas adjacent to and downstream of Tuva River in Ba, all low-lying flood-prone areas adjacent to and downs

Festival TC-Vaianu Weather

3 days ago

Lautoka mother urges residents to be cyclone-ready

A Lautoka mother says floodwaters have now receded at her home, and she is urging families across Fiji to be better prepared during cyclone season after a frightening ord

TC-Vaianu Weather

3 days ago

Caubati families relocate to evacuation centre in Nabua

13 families from Batiniwai, Caubati, are currently taking shelter at the evacuation centre at Saint Agnes Primary School in Nabua as the centre of Tropical Cyclone Vaianu

TC-Vaianu

3 days ago

Fallen power lines and outage in parts of Western Division

Fallen power lines and outage are affecting parts of the Western Division as Tropical Cyclone Vaianu intensifies, bringing heavy rain and strong winds.Fallen power lines

EFL TC-Vaianu Weather

3 days ago

Expect heavy rain, flash flooding and strong winds tonight

Be prepared for flash flooding of low lying and flood prone areas, and isolated damages to houses made of old corrugated iron and timber or unshielded structures in expos

Feature TC-Vaianu Weather

3 days ago

People advised to store water as backup supply - WAF

People are advised to store water supply for backup in light of the recent public advisory on Tropical Cyclone Vaianu. The Water Authority of Fiji says people should ex

TC-Vaianu Water

3 days ago

Homes damaged as strong winds continue to hit Lautoka

Strong winds continue to intensify and has damaged some homes in parts of Lautoka.While speaking to fijivillage News, a resident of Field 40 says although the rain has ea

Flooding Lautoka-City-Council TC-Vaianu Weather

3 days ago

Fiji Bus Operators call for suspension of services amid severe weather

The Fiji Bus Operators Association is calling on operators to cease bus services today and tomorrow due to the current weather situation.Association President Nisar Ali s

Fiji-Bus-Operators-Association TC-Vaianu Weather

3 days ago

FJ914 from Sydney to Nadi diverted to Tonga as a precautionary measure, local flights cancelled

Fiji Airways flight FJ914 from Sydney to Nadi had to be diverted to Tonga as a precautionary measure due to adverse weather conditions.Fiji Airways says the decision to d

Fiji-Airways TC-Vaianu Weather

3 days ago

150 people at 5 evacuation centres across the Eastern, Western and Central Divisions

150 people from 58 households are currently being accommodated at 5 evacuation centres across the Eastern, Western and Central Divisions.The National Disaster Risk Manage

NDRMO TC-Vaianu Weather

3 days ago

Votualevu residents battling strong winds and rise in flood waters

Residents in Nadi, particularly in Votualevu and nearby areas, are facing strong winds and heavy rain. Concerned resident Jordan Wong shared with fijivillage News that ma

TC-Vaianu Weather

3 days ago

Yasawa and Mamanuca continue to experience strong winds, heavy rain and rough seas

Yasawa and Mamanuca group are currently experiencing strong winds and heavy rain as Category 3 Tropical Cyclone Vaianu continues to track between Fiji and Vanuatu.A staff

TC-Vaianu

3 days ago

Non-essential civil servants granted early release and are to remain at home tomorrow

Non-essential civil servants have been granted early release from work today, and are to remain at home tomorrow, given the likely continuation in adverse weather conditi

Ministry of Civil Service TC-Vaianu Weather

3 days ago

Flooding, heavy rain and strong winds hit Lautoka as TC Vaianu intensifies

Residents in Kashmir, Lautoka say severe weather conditions have been worsening since 3 this morning, with heavy rain, strong winds and flooding now affecting the area.Re

Flooding TC-Vaianu Weather

3 days ago

Kaba pleads not guilty

Managing Director of Houng Lee Kaba Jacob Limited and former Director of Telecom Fiji Limited, Sanjay Kaba has pleaded not guilty.This comes after FICAC lawyer Nimisha Sh

Court Crime

3 days ago

Evacuation centre flooded in Kadavu forcing people to move to high ground

The Nakaseleka evacuation centre in Kadavu has been flooded due to heavy rain, forcing residents to move to higher ground.A teacher confirmed to fijivillage News that co

TC-Vaianu Weather

3 days ago

Charters allowed to travel, live and work in Hong Kong

The bail variation application for British and Fijian citizen Charlie Charters to travel to the UK for his uncle's funeral and reside and work in Hong Kong has been appro

Court

3 days ago

Some roads in Lautoka, Nadi and Sigatoka closed due to flooding

Some roads in Lautoka, Nadi and Sigatoka are closed due to flooding.The Fiji Roads Authority says Nawai Crossing, Arolevu Crossing and Chuni Lal Crossing in Nadi are clos

Flooding FRA TC-Vaianu Weather

3 days ago

Authorities warn of consequences for ignoring government directives

The National Disaster Risk Management Office has warned that people who ignore government directives and continue to break the rules will face consequences after they r

TC-Vaianu Weather

3 days ago

Flash flood warning, strong wind warning and heavy rain warning in place

A heavy rain warning, a flash flood warning and a strong wind warning is in place for Fiji as the centre of Category 3 Tropical Cyclone Vaianu continues to track between

TC-Vaianu Weather

3 days ago

Flights affected, Nadi Airport ground staff suspend operations for some time due to lightning and heavy rain

Some domestic flights were affected this morning as passengers in a FijiLink flight experienced bad turbulence while landing at Nadi International Airport.The flight land

TC-Vaianu Weather

3 days ago

Flash Flood Warning, Strong Wind Warning and Heavy Rain Warning in place for Fiji

Expect strong winds, heavy rain and flash flooding today as the centre of Category 3 Tropical Cyclone Vaianu continues to track between Fiji and Vanuatu. The centre

Feature TC-Vaianu Weather

3 days ago

It is inaccurate to suggest that all fuel being sold was purchased at older prices - PM

It is inaccurate to suggest that all fuel currently being sold was purchased at older, lower prices.This was shared by the Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka.Rabuka says the

FTUC Government

3 days ago

Strong wind and heavy rain currently being experienced in Nadi and Lautoka

People in Nadi, Lautoka and Tavua have started experiencing strong winds and heavy rain.Residents have informed fijivillage News that they began experiencing strong winds

TC-Vaianu Weather

3 days ago

Government dismisses FLP claims on fuel crisis response

The government has rejected recent claims by the Fiji Labour Party regarding its handling of the global fuel crisis, describing the party’s statement as a pattern of lo

Government

3 days ago

WAF urges people to store water ahead of TC Vaianu

The Water Authority of Fiji is urging people across the country to store water for backup supply as Tropical Cyclone Vaianu continues to affect the country.WAF says that

TC-Vaianu WAF Water

3 days ago

NDMO urges Fijians to stay alert as TC Vaianu approaches Cat 3, 3 evacuation centres in operation

The National Disaster Management Office (NDMO) is urging the public to remain alert, prepared, and watch out for one another as Tropical Cyclone Vaianu is expected to int

Evacuation-centre NDMO TC-Vaianu Weather

3 days ago

Cat 3 TC Vaianu - heavy rain warning, flash flood alert and strong wind warning remains in place for Fiji

A heavy rain warning, a flash flood alert and a strong wind warning remains in place for the whole of Fiji.The centre of Category 3 Tropical Cyclone Vaianu was located at

Weather TC-Vaianu

3 days ago

Civil servants to report to work despite weather conditions

All civil servants are expected to report to work today. This has been highlighted by the Ministry of Civil Service following the advice from the Ministry of Rural and Ma

Employment Ministry of Civil Service

3 days ago

06/04/2026

USP Lautoka Campus and Nadi Centre to be closed tomorrow

The University of the South Pacific has announced the closure of its Lautoka Campus and Nadi Centre tomorrow as Tropical Cyclone Vaianu continues to affect the country.Th

TC-Vaianu USP Weather

4 days ago

FTUC questions increase in fuel price

The Fiji Trades Union Congress says it understands that the current fuel crisis is beyond the control of the Fijian Government, but has raised concerns over the recent in

FTUC Fuel

4 days ago

Man dies in horrific accident along Bau Road in Tailevu

A man has passed away following a fatal accident along Bau Road, Tailevu.Police say the driver was arrested, interviewed, and charged with dangerous driving causing death

Accident Court Police

4 days ago

Vuaki Villagers in Yasawa brace for strong winds as TC Vaianu approaches

The villagers of Vuaki in Yasawa are preparing for strong winds expected from Tropical Cyclone Vaianu, which continues to track south-southeast at about 9 kilometres per

TC Vaianu Weather

4 days ago

TC Vaianu forecast to intensify to severe Cat 3 early tomorrow, strong winds expected across Fiji - Met Office

The Fiji Meteorological Service says Tropical Cyclone Vaianu is expected to intensify into a severe Category 3 system by early tomorrow.The Weather Office says the system

Feature TC-Vaianu Weather

4 days ago

Workers to be paid double for working during Easter holidays - PS Employment

Employers are being reminded that workers required to work during the Easter public holidays must be paid double.The Permanent Secretary for Employment, Productivity and

Employment

4 days ago

Cloudy and rainy conditions in the North as TC Vaianu affects Fiji

Cloudy conditions with periods of rain are being experienced across most parts of the Northern Division as Tropical Cyclone Vaianu continues to affect the country.There h

TC Vaianu Weather

4 days ago

UniFiji graduation postponed

The University of Fiji graduation ceremony, which was scheduled to be held from this Friday to next Friday, has been postponed.University of Fiji Vice-Chancellor, Profess

UniFiji

4 days ago

MSAF continue to monitor MV Fiji Princess grounding, no fuel leak detected

The Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji (MSAF) is continuing to monitor and respond to the grounding of the passenger vessel MV Fiji Princess at Monuriki Island in the Malo

MSAF

4 days ago

All FNU campuses to be closed tomorrow

All Fiji National University campuses are closed tomorrow following advisories from the Fiji Meteorological Service and the National Disaster Management Office.FNU Vice-C

Education FNU TC Vaianu Weather

4 days ago

Vuaki Villagers in Yasawa brace for strong winds and heavy rain as TC Vaianu intensifies to Cat. 2

The people of Yasawa are bracing themselves for heavy rain and strong winds, which they have been experiencing from last night into this morning.Vuaki Village Headman Etu

TC Vaianu Weather

4 days ago

TC Vaianu can intensify to a Cat. 3 cyclone but will not make landfall - Met Office

The Fiji Meteorological Service says that Tropical Cyclone Vaianu is expected to intensify into a Category 3 system, but the centre will not directly affect Fiji as it is

Feature TC-Vaianu Weather

4 days ago

Rakiraki and Sigatoka Towns open, no flood reports as weather remains cloudy

Rakiraki Town and Sigatoka Town are open for operations.This was confirmed to fijivillage News by the Rakiraki Police Station and Sigatoka Police Station.The Rakiraki Pol

TC Vaianu Weather

4 days ago

National Budget consultations postponed due to adverse weather conditions

All National Budget consultations scheduled for this week have been postponed due to adverse weather affecting parts of the country. The Ministry of Finance says the deci

Government

4 days ago

All schools to be closed tomorrow and boarders to remain home

All schools will be closed tomorrow, with the Fiji Meteorological Office escalating Tropical Cyclone Vaianu to Category 2.Minister for Education Aseri Radrodro says that

Education Government School

4 days ago

TC Vaianu intensifies to Cat 2 cyclone but not expected to make landfall - Met Office

Tropical Cyclone Vaianu has intensified into a Category 2 cyclone and is moving southwest, and according to the Meteorological Service, the centre of the system will not

Feature TC Vaianu Weather

4 days ago

Search ends as body of missing diver recovered in Ba river

The body of the man who went missing while diving for freshwater mussels in the Ba River on Saturday, has been recovered. The Fiji Police Force says a joint search effort

Drowning Police

4 days ago

TC Vaianu located 610km west-northwest of Yasawa at 4 this morning

Tropical Cyclone Vaianu was located at 610 kilometres west-northwest of Yasawa and moving southwards at 9 kilometres per hour at 4am this morning.The Nadi Weather Office

Feature TC Vaianu Weather

4 days ago

Woman in her 40s dies following a 3-car collision near Viwa, Korovou

A woman in her 40s has passed away following a three-car collision along Kings Road near Viwa, Korovou in Tailevu. Police say it is alleged that the suspect, a student i

Accident Police

4 days ago

Category 1 TC Vaianu forms 650km Northwest of Viti Levu, flash flood alert remains

Tropical Depression 11F has intensified and has now been upgraded to a tropical cyclone and is officially named Tropical Cyclone Vaianu. The Category 1 system is loca

Feature Weather TC-Vaianu

4 days ago

Category 1 TC Vaianu forms 650km Northwest of Viti Levu, flash flood alert remains

Tropical Depression 11F has intensified and has now been upgraded to a tropical cyclone, officially named Tropical Cyclone Vaianu.The Category 1 system is located about 6

Feature Weather TC-Vaianu

4 days ago

05/04/2026

2 evacuation centres have been opened to assist affected families

After the recent heavy rain being experienced over the weekend, two evacuation centres have been opened to assist affected families by the Fiji National Disaster Risk Man

NDMO

5 days ago

Apple marks 50 years of innovation and global impact

Apple is celebrating its 50th anniversary, marking decades of influence in shaping how people use technology in their daily lives. The company’s biggest breakthroughs i

BBC News Technology World-News

5 days ago

Every child needs one adult to trust and believe in them

As Fiji faces increasing challenges with drugs, HIV and non-communicable diseases among young people, every child needs at least one responsible adult who believes in the

Awareness Drugs Family FNU Health HIV NCDs Youth

5 days ago

NDRMO urges early preparedness as TD11F develops north of Fiji

The Fiji National Disaster Risk Management Office (NDRMO) is advising all Fijians to remain alert and begin early preparedness measures as Tropical Depression 11F continu

NDMO

5 days ago

Radrodro highlights hope, renewal and values of love and forgiveness for Resurrection Sunday

On this blessed Resurrection Sunday, we are reminded of the power of hope, renewal, and new beginnings. Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro highlighted this saying it

Easter Education

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Cabinet approves climate impact study for agriculture sector

Fijian farmers are expected to benefit from a new project approved by Cabinet to assess climate change impacts on agriculture.The Government says the project will examine

Agriculture Government

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Tropical Disturbance 11F poses no direct impact on Fiji, heavy rain warning and alert remain

The centre of Tropical Disturbance 11F is currently slow-moving and expected to track south and then southeast, remaining well to the west of the Fiji group. The Nadi Wea

Weather

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Methodist Church urges youths to tackle drug abuse and HIV

Drug abuse and HIV are among the key issues the Methodist Church in Fiji and Rotuma is urging young people to address, as it works to empower youths to support one anothe

Easter Youth

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Ministry of Health conducting major deworming campaign across schools in the southern Lau group

As part of their school outreach, a team from the Ministry of Health and Medical Services is conducting a major deworming campaign among Early Childhood Education (ECE) t

Health

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Man in his twenties dies following Mokani accident on Good Friday

A man in his twenties has died following an accident in Mokani on Friday.Police say the victim allegedly staggered onto the road and was hit by a vehicle driven by anothe

Accident Feature Police

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Fiji to host Pre-COP meeting ahead of COP31 in Antalya

Fiji is set to host a high-level Pre-COP meeting in 2026, ahead of the United Nations Climate Change Conference to be held in Antalya in November. The decision, endorsed

climate change Government

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Heavy Rain Warning remains for Viti Levu, Northern Division, Yasawa and Lomaiviti, heavy rain alert for rest of Fiji

A Heavy Rain Warning remains in force for the interior and eastern parts of Viti Levu, Northern Division, Lomaiviti, and Yasawa group.A Heavy Rain Alert remains in force

Flooding Weather

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04/04/2026

Immanuel urges unity and resilience this Easter amid economic challenges

Finance Minister Esrom Immanuel is urging Fijians to embrace unity, resilience, and hope as the nation marks Easter. In his Easter message, Immanuel says the season is no

Easter

6 days ago

Farmers to receive $68.04 per tonne after third cane payment top-up

Good news for sugarcane farmers as they will receive a total of $68.04 per tonne for the 2025 cane season after the third cane payment, as confirmed by the Sugar Industry

Sugar

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Davuilevu residents raise alarm over flooding linked to nearby development

Residents of Mataika Road in Davuilevu Housing are raising concerns over repeated flooding, which they say is being caused by nearby subdivision developments.They warn th

Feature Flooding Government

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Heavy Rain Alert remains for Fiji, TD11F near Vanuatu unlikely to intensify in next 24 hours

A Heavy Rain Alert remains in force for the Fiji group, while tropical disturbance TD11F, which is being tracked close to Vanuatu, has a low chance of turning into a trop

Flooding Weather

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PRF raises growing public concern over proposed Vuda Waste-to-Energy project

Growing concern and anxiety are being raised by members of the public over the proposed Waste-to-Energy project at Vuda Point, with the Pacific Recycling Foundation confi

Environment PRF Waste-Management

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Nakida farmers to benefit from new yaqona processing equipment assistance

Farmers in Nakida Village, Nagonenicolo in Naitasiri are expected to benefit from improved yaqona processing following assistance from the Ministry of Agriculture. Assist

Agriculture Farming

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Cabinet shifts town infrastructure duties to Municipal Councils

The Cabinet has endorsed the transfer of responsibility for maintaining footpaths, streetlights, and natural waterways within town boundaries to Municipal Councils.This

Development

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Traditional landowners to be included as reserved non-voting members in municipal councils

Amendments to the Local Government Act 1972 have been approved by Cabinet to allow traditional landowners to be included as reserved non-voting members in municipal counc

Government landowners development

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Sanatan Convention focuses on youth empowerment and social awareness

The 64th Sanatan Convention in Navua is not only celebrating religious and cultural traditions but is also actively empowering communities, especially young people, to be

Festival Sanatan-Convention Sanatan-Sabha Youth

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Cabinet sets aside $1.96M for possible evacuation of Fijians in Middle East

The Cabinet has approved a contingency fund of $1.96 million to support the possible evacuation of Fijians from Israel, the United Arab Emirates, and the wider Gulf regi

Government

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Navua to be declared a town in 2026/2027 financial year

Navua will be officially declared a town in the early part of the 2026/2027 financial year as part of the government's efforts to support its continued growth and develop

Economy Government

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Kamikamica says Indo Fijians are our brothers and sisters, and they are Fijian

Government MP, Manoa Kamikamicasays Indo Fijians belong here, they are our brothers and sisters, and they are Fijian.Kamikamica asks does it make a difference to the iTau

Government

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