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09/11/2024

Wong plans to ensure that the new FRFU Board has sustainable governance

Newly appointed Women’s Director of Rugby in Fiji, Cathy Wong has revealed that her plan is to ensure that the new board has good and sustainable governance that the ou

15 days ago

FRFU was just making sure there wasn’t undue influence in board election by keeping nominees out - Mazey

The Fiji Rugby Football Union Board was just trying to make sure that there wasn't any undue influence on any of the voting during the election of the Fiji Rakaviti Footb

Fiji-Rugby-Union

15 days ago

Masori hopes to debut at the Dubai 7s

Dominion Brothers player Iliavi Masori is hoping to make his international 7s debut at the SVNS HSBC Dubai 7s at the end of the month after making it to the Fiji Airways

Fiji-7s-Team

15 days ago

Tubuna emphasises education and unity for community growth

Melanesian descendants have been reminded of the importance of education and supporting their children’s education to improve community leadership. Speaking at the o

Community Education

15 days ago

Audiovisual industry created $255.9M economic activity in 2023-2024 and employment for 1,268 Fijians - Kamikamica

The audiovisual industry created $255.9 million worth of new economic activity in 2023-2024 and generated employment for about 1,268 Fijians. Deputy Prime Minister and

Economy Government

15 days ago

There are ongoing efforts to raise the age of criminal responsibility to 14 - Tabuya

There are ongoing efforts to raise the age of criminal responsibility to 14 and to focus on diversion programs for children in conflict with the law. Minister for Wome

Government

15 days ago

Where are all the students who dropped out of primary school going - Singh

School Management Association of Fiji President, Govind Singh is asking where are all the students who dropped out of primary school going. While speaking in Parliamen

Education

15 days ago

Tuiloa, Wong, Begg, Sewabu, Sanday, Naivalu and Manulevu elected as FRU Directors

As the Fiji Rugby Union AGM continues, we have received confirmation that former Acting CEO of FRU, Tevita Tuiloa has been elected as a Commercial Director along with Joh

FRU Feature

15 days ago

People are openly injecting drugs around the building near the Parliament Complex at night – Adult Teen Challenge Fiji

Concerns are being raised as people are openly injecting drugs in the heart of Suva City around the building near the Parliament Complex while others also gather there to

Drugs Feature

15 days ago

Sukuna Bowl: Army claims Rugby League Title with 28-6 win over Police

Army are the new 2024 Ratu Sukuna Bowl Rugby League champions after defeating Police 28-6 at the HFC Bank Stadium this morning. The two teams played a magnificent game

Sukuna-Bowl

15 days ago

Govt vehicle driver arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol

A government vehicle driver has been arrested for a case of drunk driving yesterday in Makoi. Police say following a tip-off, Nasinu Police officers intercepted the go

Police

15 days ago

FRU AGM gets underway to elect new board

The Fiji Rugby Union Annual General Meeting is currently underway at the Grand Pacific Hotel to elect a new board. The election of the new board is crucial as failure

Fiji-Rugby-Union Feature

16 days ago

Seruiratu says the name Fijian for all citizens is a unifier

Maintaining Fijian as the common name for all Fijian citizens fosters a sense of belonging among all Fijians. While speaking during fijivillage Straight Talk with Vija

Straight-Talk Feature

16 days ago

Issue of overtime for radiology and pharmacy staff resolved - Dr Tudravu

Permanent Secretary for Health Dr Jemesa Tudravu has stated that the issue of overtime compensation for allied health staff in salary band F has been amicably resolved fo

Health

16 days ago

President Ratu Wiliame farewelled at State House

President Ratu Wiliame Maivalili Katonivere has been farewelled at the State House. The Republic of the Fiji Military Forces and the Fiji Navy accorded a guard of hono

Presidency

16 days ago

08/11/2024

People frustrated about road conditions in some areas

People are frustrated over the neglected road conditions along Kings and Queen highways for the past few months, causing damage to vehicles. fijivillage News has als

FRA Roads

16 days ago

Rabuka honours Melanesians’ legacy in national celebration

The legacy of the Melanesians descendants is intertwined with Fiji's history and at every turn let us rewrite the story of this journey to create unity. Prime Minister

Melanesian-Community

16 days ago

Sporting federations demand answers from FASANOC

National sporting federations who are part of Fiji Association of Sport and National Olympic Committee or FASANOC, are still calling for answers and accountability after

FASANOC PacGames-Bid Feature

16 days ago

FIPRA presents synchronization rights royalty payment to family of composer Yaminiasi Gaunavou

The Fiji Performing Rights Association has paid the synchronization rights royalty for the song “Era Bini Tu” to Seini Gaunavou, the daughter of the late FIPRA member

FPRA

16 days ago

We have too many lawyers, and too many unskilled ones - Leung

Attorney General, Graham Leung believes that an uncomfortable truth about law profession is that we have too many lawyers, and too many unskilled ones, and we see some ne

Law

16 days ago

Trump names Susie Wiles as Chief of Staff, first woman in the post President-elect

Donald Trump has named Susie Wiles, the defacto manager of his victorious campaign, as his White House Chief of Staff, the first woman to hold the influential role. Wi

USA-Election

16 days ago

FNA questions MOH on why the Maternity Unit at Navua Hospital is still in operation under unsafe condition

The Fiji Nursing Association has raised questions with the Ministry of Health about why the maternity unit in Navua Hospital is still in operation, as it is not safe to a

Health

16 days ago

Bainimarama granted early release from prison

Former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama has been granted early release as of today, in accordance with Section 46 (3) of the Corrections Act. Bainimarama was sentence

Fiji-Corrections-Service Feature

17 days ago

Melanesian descendants gather in Suva to celebrate 160th anniversary

Hundreds of Melanesian descendants are gathered at the Suva foreshore to celebrate the 160th anniversary in remembrance of their ancestors who came to Fiji as labourers,

Melanesian-Community

17 days ago

Continuous radiology and pharmacy services expected at Govt hospitals as the matter has been resolved - Chand

Good news as continuous radiology and pharmacy services will be provided at the government hospitals after the Ministry of Civil Service gave an exemption to the staff on

Feature Health

17 days ago

40-year-old charged with alleged murder of a 70-year-old man in Suva

A 40-year-old man will appear in the Suva Magistrates Court today after being charged with the alleged murder of a 70-year-old man. It is alleged the man was under the

Feature Court

17 days ago

Govt will work closely with School Management Association regarding drugs issue – Prof. Prasad

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad says he is very pleased that the School Management Association is acutely aware of the drugs and di

Education Drugs Feature

17 days ago

Miss Earth Fiji Ashlin Alveena Prasad makes it into top 10 finalists of Miss Earth “Miss People’s Choice” award

As the final night of the Miss Earth pageant approaches, Miss Earth Fiji Ashlin Alveena Prasad has made it into the top 10 finalists of the global rankings for the Miss E

Miss-Earth-2024

17 days ago

07/11/2024

OHS investigates Sigatoka resort drowning over emergency resource concerns

The Ministry of Employment’s Occupational Health and Safety Division will begin an investigation into the claims that there weren’t enough resources to assist the Jap

Drowning Police

17 days ago

About 200 people live in Lautoka streets due to addiction to glue and hard drugs – Adult Teen Challenge Fiji

About 200 people are living in the streets of Lautoka with addiction to glue and hard drugs while 12 months ago there were 90 people on the streets. Adult Teen Chall

Mental-Health

17 days ago

Online Safety Commission receives reports that some social media accounts are uploading intimate videos and photos that feature other people

It has been brought to the attention of the Online Safety Commission that there are some social media accounts which are uploading intimate videos and photos that feature

Online-Safety

17 days ago

Health Ministry awaits decision on CWM Hospital radiology and pharmacy services normalisation

The Ministry of Health is expecting a response from the Ministry of Civil Service by this afternoon or tomorrow to ensure that radiology and pharmacy services at CWM Hosp

Health

17 days ago

No shortage of funds for Health Ministry – Prof. Prasad

There is no shortage of funds for the Ministry of Health to ensure that all the services and equipment are available in the hospitals. Deputy Prime Minister and Minist

Government Health Feature

17 days ago

Thousands of women celebrate Soqosoqo Vakamarama iTaukei’s 100th anniversary

Thousands of women from the 14 provinces in Fiji gathered at the FMF Gymnasium in Suva to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Soqosoqo Vakamarama iTaukei, Fiji’s old

iTaukei

17 days ago

Consumer Council warns taxi drivers against extra charges for M-PAiSA transactions

The Consumer Council of Fiji has issued a stern reminder to all taxi drivers to adhere to fair charging practices by charging only metered fares and avoiding any extra fe

Taxi

17 days ago

Over 2,000 marijuana plants seized in Navosa

More than 2,000 plants believed to be marijuana has been seized during two raids in the Malua range in Navosa. Police say the officers from the Western Division Seriou

Police

17 days ago

Outsource Fiji Careers Fair 2024: Where Local Talent Meets Global Opportunities

The Outsource Fiji Careers Fair 2024 has set the stage at Albert Park for a pivotal event, offering students a unique glimpse into the thriving career opportunities withi

Melanesian contributions in Fiji for years have gone unnoticed in official narratives - Vasu

As the government celebrates the 160th Anniversary of the Melanesian labourers arrival in Fiji, Minister for iTaukei Affairs Ifereimi Vasu has apologized on behalf of the

Melanesian-Community

17 days ago

FNA raises grave concerns about the poor state of Navua Hospital

The Fiji Nursing Association has raised grave concerns over the safety of their members working in the Navua Hospital, where there has not been a reliable supply of runni

Health

17 days ago

Ministry of Civil Service to address staff shortage impacting health services by this afternoon

The Ministry of Civil Service is expected to resolve the issue by this afternoon, where Ministry of Health staff on salary scale Band F were unable to receive time off in

Civil-Servants Health

18 days ago

Govt allocates $100,000 for 160th Anniversary Commemoration of the arrival of Melanesian labourers

In a significant step towards recognising and preserving the cultural and historical contributions of Fiji’s Melanesian Labourers' descendants, the Government, through

Melanesian-Community

18 days ago

Medical Association calls on Govt to urgently review it’s policy that has resulted in reduced radiology and pharmacy services

President of the Fiji Medical Association, Doctor Alipate Vakamocea has come out today saying the reduced services at CWM Hospital based on the recent changes to civil se

Health Feature

18 days ago

Rabuka looks forward to deepening bilateral ties with the US after Trump victory

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says Fiji looks forward to deepening bilateral ties with the US and further pursuing our shared aspirations including, promoting peace and

USA-Election Feature

18 days ago

CID to investigate criminal element regarding the death of a man held in custody at Savusavu Police Station

Officers from the Criminal Investigations Department Headquarters will be looking into the criminal element and actions taken that led to the incident where a man was fou

Police

18 days ago

Meth, marijuana, several mobile phones, syringes, equipment used for packing drugs, and local and foreign currencies found in Rakiraki home

A 21 year old suspect and three men aged 44, 24 and 18 years have been arrested and taken into custody after Police conducted a raid at the home of the 21 year old man in

Police

18 days ago

Trump reclaims White House with 292 Electoral Votes

Former President Donald Trump has returned to the US presidency role after winning 292 votes, ahead of Kamala Harris, who had 224 votes. Trump secured a second term af

USA-Election Feature

18 days ago

06/11/2024

Staff going on strike at CWM are false - MOH

The Ministry of Health wishes to inform members of the public that allegations of Radiology and Pharmacy staff going on strike at the C

Health

18 days ago

Around 2,000 people to be part of Soqosoqo Vakamarama iTaukei 100th Anniversary

Around 2,000 people are expected to gather at the FMF Gymnasium tomorrow in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Soqosoqo Vakamarama iTaukei. President Adi Fina

iTaukei

18 days ago

Navua fatal road accident victim identified as 27-year-old man from Lautoka

Police have identified the man who was allegedly a victim of a fatal accident in Navua on Saturday as a 27-year-old man residing in Lautoka. Director Traffic Senior Su

Accident

18 days ago

Rabuka apologises on behalf of Speight and Bainimarama, and also says he started the coup culture

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says he was the one that started the coup culture in the country after leading some soldiers during the May 14th 1987 coup, and has also ap

Government

18 days ago

Ratu Rakuita to forward Ratu Wiliame’s audit file to an appropriate agency of Govt

Executive Chair of Fiji Pine Group of Companies, Ratu Rakuita Vakalalabure has confirmed he will now forward the audit and investigation file relating to the former Chair

Presidency Feature

18 days ago

Family who lost everything in Diwali fire seeks help to rebuild and support daughter’s medical studies

A family in Tavua Town, who tragically lost everything in a fire during Diwali, is seeking assistance to rebuild their lives and buy books for their daughter, who is curr

Assistance Fire NFA

18 days ago

LTA warns taxi drivers against refusing passengers

Following serious concerns about taxi drivers refusing service due to short journeys, rainy weather, or traffic, the Land Transport Authority has clarified that such refu

Taxi LTA

18 days ago

Serious concerns raised as radiology services and pharmacies at Govt hospitals and health centres close at 4.30pm

Serious concerns are being raised by the public as the Ministry of Health has decided that radiology services and pharmacies at Government hospitals and health centres cl

Health Government Feature

18 days ago

BPO Council more important than ever given today’s rapidly evolving job market - Vanawalu

Given today's rapidly evolving job market, especially within sectors like business process outsourcing, adaptability and continuous learning, the Business Process Outsour

Education

18 days ago

Fiji Airways introduced complimentary full flight messaging Wi-Fi for the Economy Class guests

As of November 1st, Fiji Airways has introduced complimentary full flight messaging Wi-Fi for the Economy Class guests. It is an upgrade from the previous 15-minute li

Fiji-Airways

18 days ago

Pacific chief justices collaborate to tackle Cybercrime at regional workshop

12 Chief Justices and High Court Justices from the Pacific region are undergoing regional judicial training on cybercrime and electronic evidence to improve cooperation i

Cybercrime

18 days ago

Ram Leela performance celebrates cultural heritage and enduring India-Fijian ties

A large crowd gathered to watch Ram Leela, a dramatization of the Ramayan by the Shree Satsang Ramayan Mandali, at the Suva Civic Auditorium last night. The Mandali, w

Ram-Leela

18 days ago

Daniel Whippy to take his plea this afternoon to allow his travel to the US for knee treatment

Carpenters Fiji Managing Director, Daniel Whippy is to take his plea at 4pm today as this is one of the conditions raised by FICAC to allow him to travel to the United St

Court

18 days ago

Fong and Dr Osborne-Naikatini concerned about being denied entry to USP Campus

Honorary member of the Association of USP Staff Elizabeth Fong and former Biology Lecturer and former President of the Association of USP Staff (AUSPS) Dr Tamara Osborne-

USP

18 days ago

Mangal and Akauola to appear on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan at 7 tonight

Adult Teen Challenge Fiji Executive Director, Hemraj Mangal and Director, Matai Akauola will appear on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan at 7 tonight. The s

Straight-Talk

19 days ago

People sought forgiveness including the RFMF but the truth is not revealed – Seruiratu

Through the truth and reconciliation process regarding the coups and mutiny in Fiji, people have sought forgiveness, but what haunts them is that they have not revealed t

Straight-Talk

19 days ago

Nitin Gandhi named as the Chair for Elections Commission for the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies

Nitin Gandhi has been named as the Chair of the Elections Commission for the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies. Gandhi’s appointment m

Fiji-Red-Cross-Society

19 days ago

Early exit polls in the US are microcosm of entire race

No incumbent or incumbent party has won with these kinds of numbers — 72 percent of voters say they are dissatisfied or angry about the direction of the country. And Jo

USA-Election

19 days ago

Police seek assistance in identifying the victim of fatal accident in Navua last Friday

Police are seeking public assistance in identifying the victim of a fatal accident that occurred in the Southern Division on the 1st of this month. Director Traffic, S

Police

19 days ago

iTaukei community dominates 2024 HIV statistics in Fiji with 89%

The i-Taukei community is dominating the HIV statistics in Fiji with a striking 89 percent, according to the latest data presented at the Global AIDS Monitoring and HIV E

HIV Feature

19 days ago

Trump confident that he will win the US election as voting is underway

Voting has begun in the battleground states expected to decide who will be the next US president between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.

World-News

19 days ago

CID investigates the death of a man held in custody at Savusavu Police Station

Officers from the Criminal Investigations Department Headquarters have been directed by the Acting Commissioner of Police Juki Fong Chew to investigate the death of a man

Police Feature

19 days ago

05/11/2024

And so, a new chapter begins

The election of the Speaker of the House and paramount chief Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu as our next head of state was the culmination of a short but intense period of “van

Opinion

19 days ago

I did not follow the right channel while trying to get Bainimarama and Qiliho to be released for reconciliation ceremony - PM

Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka confirms he did not follow the right channel when he was trying to get former Prime Minister, Voreqe Bainimarama and former Police Commiss

Government Feature

19 days ago

Japanese tourist drowns while snorkelling in Sigatoka amid allegations of insufficient emergency resources

A Japanese tourist has drowned while snorkelling at a prominent resort in Sigatoka early this morning while allegations are being made that there weren’t enough resourc

Police

19 days ago

Kali Masibalavu remanded in custody after being charged with the murder of 25 yr old man outside Suva Harbour Centre

24-year-old Kali Masibalavu who allegedly murdered a 25-year-old man outside Suva Harbour Centre on Saturday will appear in the Suva High Court on the 19th of this month.

Court

19 days ago

Bainimarama takes Govt and AG to court for allegedly short-paying him $337,211 in pension

Former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama, who is serving a one year prison sentence, has taken the Fijian Government and the Attorney General to court in relation to the

Court

19 days ago

High Court awards damages of $4,000 plus interest for false imprisonment

The Suva High Court has awarded damages of $4,000 plus interest to Deshwar Kishore Dutt for false imprisonment. Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission Chair, P

Court

19 days ago

Magistrate highlights lack of space at St Giles Hospital for drug addiction cases

Suva Magistrate Yogesh Prasad says Saint Giles Hospital does not have enough space to accommodate the increasing number of individuals addicted to marijuana and other dru

Court Drugs Feature

19 days ago

Food stalls and minibus bases under the spotlight in Suva’s drug crisis

Food stalls and minibus stands in Suva have become key hotspots for drug activities, sparking urgent calls for action. The Suva City Council is being pressed to crack

Drugs

20 days ago

Buakonikai Primary School in Rabi receives solar power system and Starlink connection

Accessing the World Wide Web will not be a problem for the students and teachers of Buakonikai Primary School on Rabi Island after the Government of Australia, in partner

Assistance

20 days ago

Police continue investigation in the drowning case of a 1-year-old in Serua

Police are continuing their investigation into the possible element of negligence following the drowning of a one-year-old boy from Galoa Village in Serua. Police say

Police

20 days ago

Multi-Ethnic Affairs Ministry exploring ways of assisting the rebuilding of the Muaniweni Crematorium

The Ministry of Multi-Ethnic Affairs is exploring the possibility of assisting in the rebuilding of the Muaniweni Crematorium site through its grant program that aims to

Government

20 days ago

24-year-old charged with murder to front Court today

The 24-year-old man who allegedly caused the death of a 25-year-old man outside Suva Harbour Centre on Saturday will front the Suva Magistrates Court today. Police say

Court

20 days ago

$1.2 million is the cost of taking 56 member delegation to COP, 91.70% of it comes from external funds – Prof. Prasad

$1.2 million is the cost of taking the Fijian delegation for the COP 29 meeting in Baku, out of which $960,065.00 is funded externally which is 91.70 percent of the total

COP29 Feature

20 days ago

Australian sprint prodigy Gout Gout smashes national under-20 record at just 16 years old

Teenage Australian sprint sensation Gout Gout has smashed several more records with an astonishing 200m run of 20.29 seconds at the Queensland All-Schools Championships.

abc-news

20 days ago

US Election: Harris holds slight 8% lead over Trump with less than 48 hours to go

With less than 48 hours to go in the US election and more than 77.6m votes already cast, new polling shows Kamala Harris leading among early voters in the country’s bat

World-News

20 days ago

England prop Joe Marler retires from international rugby

Veteran England prop Joe Marler has announced his retirement from international rugby just days after taking the social media world by storm with his comments on the All

Rugby-Union

20 days ago

Maqala scores two tries to help Bayonne beat Toulouse 12-8

Fiji Water Flying Fijians outside back and Olympic gold medallist Sireli Maqala was the toast of his Bayonne side as he scored two tries to help them secure a 12-8 win ov

Rugby-Union

20 days ago

Music titan Quincy Jones dies at 91

Musical titan Quincy Jones, the composer and producer who added his tasteful polish to recordings by everyone from Ray Charles and Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson, has d

Entertainment

20 days ago

Reopening of Nadroga/Navosa Technical Institute creates better educational opportunities in the region

The reopening of the Nadroga/Navosa Technical Institute which was closed in 2020, marks a significant step by the Nadroga and Navosa Provincial Council towards creating

Education

20 days ago

04/11/2024

Whirlwind of misinformation sows distrust ahead of US election day

Rumours, misleading allegations and outright lies about voting and fraud are flooding online spaces in unprecedented numbers in advance of the US election. Hundreds of

World-News

20 days ago

Trust issues don’t lie just within RFMF and the Police, it’s about every government institution - Seruiratu

When it comes to the issue of trust, it’s not only about the Republic of Fiji Military Forces and the Fiji Police Force but almost every government institution. Lead

Straight-Talk

20 days ago

COC decides to appoint independent panel to shortlist applicants for COMPOL job

The Constitutional Offices Commission has endorsed the appointment of an independent selection panel to assess and shortlist applicants for the position of the Commission

Government Police Feature

20 days ago

COP29 meet will be more than a technical meeting as Fiji hopes to secure adaptation funding – Prof. Prasad

A 55 member delegation from Fiji will attend the COP29 meeting which will be more than a technical meeting and their main objective is to secure adaptation funding. Th

Government

20 days ago

SCC owed $37.958M in rate and rent arrears, Name and Shame plan to recover outstanding arrears

The Suva City Council is owed $37.958 million in total rates and rental arrears until the 30th of September this year, and it now plans to introduce a "Name and Shame" in

SCC

20 days ago

My human rights were breached - Saneem

Former Supervisor of Elections, Mohammed Saneem says his human rights were breached while he was being charged and in remand from the 8th to the 11th of March this year,

Court Feature

20 days ago

Telecom Fiji Limited donates $15,000 to Fiji Cancer Society for Pinktober

Telecom Fiji Limited proudly demonstrated its commitment to the community by contributing $15,000 to the Fiji Cancer Society (FCS) during a heartwarming Pinktober morning

Telecom-Fiji

20 days ago

Association calls for urgent Police action after videos emerge of tourists getting hassled by swordsellers

The Suva Handicraft Market Vendors and Manufacturers Association is calling for urgent action by Police after serious concerns being raised regarding some wooden swordsel

Tourism SCC

20 days ago

Man dies after getting stabbed outside Suva Harbour Centre on Saturday night

A 24-year old man is in police custody at the Totogo Police Station following the death of a 25-year-old man. It is alleged the suspect stabbed the victim at around 6p

Suva Feature Police

20 days ago

Muaniweni residents pleading for assistance to rebuild crematorium site after a fire incident

Muaniweni residents are pleading with the public for assistance to help rebuild the Muaniweni Crematorium after it was destroyed in a fire on the 26th of October. Muani

Funeral

20 days ago

Dr Williams grateful for yet another successful CWM Hospital Cleanup Day

CWM Board of Visitors Chair Dr Esther Williams says they recognise that the health of every Fijian is not the responsibility of one person, one organisation, one associat

Clean-Up Hospital

20 days ago

New Wainibuku-Princes Road set to ease Kings Road congestion

The new access road connecting Wainibuku to Princes Road has brought smiles to residents of Vunidogo Settlement in Wainibuku, Davuilevu Housing and Nakasi. Minister fo

FRA

20 days ago

Man dies after getting stabbed in Suva on Saturday night

A 24-year old man is in police custody at the Totogo Police Station following the death of a 25-year-old man. It is alleged the suspect stabbed the victim on Saturday

Police Feature

21 days ago

Ministry of Women donates $1,000 to Pacific Autism Centre and $2,000 to Drug Free World Fiji

The Pacific Autism Centre has received a $1,000 donation from the Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Lynda Tabuya, to support its work in providing assis

Donation

21 days ago

03/11/2024

Lambert House wins Marist Old Boys Bazaar

Lambert House won the Marist Old Boys Bazaar after collecting a total of $10,100. The MOB managed to raise $37,390.35 during the three day bazaar at Saint Thomas High

MOB

21 days ago

FWCC condemns call by FTA for corporal punishment

The Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre has condemned the calls made by the Fijian Teachers Association for public consultation on the reintroduction of corporal punishment in s

FWCC Feature

21 days ago

Road development on Nabukelevu road to benefit residents of Kadavu

Residents of Kadavu are set to benefit from recent improvements to the Nabukelevu Road, with maintenance efforts aimed at enhancing road access and safety. Minister fo

Roads FRA

21 days ago

Senior Hezbollah operative captured by Israeli military

The Israeli military has confirmed that a senior Hezbollah operative was captured in a naval raid in the Northern Lebanese town of Batroun. An official says special fo

World-News

21 days ago

Couple’s heated dispute sparks concern online

A couple’s heated dispute in public raised alarm among community members and had people involved in trying to separate a violent man from his wife who was later seen ca

Police Feature

21 days ago

FTA calls for consultation on reintroducing corporal punishment in schools while FTU opposes it

The Fijian Teachers Association is calling for public consultation on the reintroduction of corporal punishment in schools, as Fiji ratified the United Nations Convention

FTA Feature

21 days ago

Family of missing Melaia Tavabulabula appeals for public assistance

A family is seeking assistance in locating 24-year-old Melaia Tavabulabula who has been missing from home since the 5th of October, 2024. While speaking to fijivillage

Missing-Person Police

21 days ago

42% increase in drug-related issues in July 2024 compared to last year – Dr. Chang

There has been almost a three-fold increase in the number of drug-related offences in Fiji from 2016 to 2020, and in July of this year, there was a 42 percent increase co

Drugs Feature

22 days ago

Lambert House wins Marist Old Boys Bazaar after raising $10,100

Lambert House won the Marist Old Boys Bazaar that was held over the weekend after raising a total of $10,100. The MOB bazaar was held at Saint Thomas Secondary School

Education

22 days ago

Tabuya to represent Fiji at inaugural Global Ministerial Conference on Ending Violence Against Children

Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection Lynda Tabuya will be representing Fiji at the inaugural Global Ministerial Conference on Ending Violence Against Childr

Government

22 days ago

Chand celebrates Bhai Dooj with love, tradition and a vow to protect

Hindustani families across Fiji and the world have concluded their Diwali celebration today with Bhai Dooj, a festival honouring the unique bond between brothers and sist

Diwali Hindu-Festival

22 days ago

Flying Fijians suffer heavy 57-17 loss to Scotland

The Fiji Water Flying Fijians were made to pay for their poor discipline and poor game structure as Scotland ran riot at home with a 57-17 win in Murrayfield this morning

Flying-Fijians Feature

22 days ago

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