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FWCC calls for investigation into how Police handled the case of man involved in murder-suicide incident
The Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre is calling for an immediate investigation into how Nadi Police hand
4 hours ago
Muriwaqa family and 13 other tenants celebrate after getting their own homes
It is a dream come true for the Muriwaqa family and 13 other tenants of Kalabu and Makoi Public Rent
4 hours ago
Ali says she was dancing on the streets when poll results came out but she is now disappointed
Do we need this size of the cabinet, did we really need to get Opposition members in who were voted
9 hours ago

Unauthorized passport issuance report sent to DPP – PM
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka confirms that a report concerning the unauthorised issuance of passp
9 hours ago
Consumer Council heightens surveillance during Back-to-School shopping
As parents are out in number for back-to-school shopping, the Consumer Council of Fiji has heightene
11 hours ago
PM happy with Health Minister’s performance
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has expressed confidence in the performance of the Minister for Healt
12 hours ago

PSH Hospitals launches Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
In a first for the western division and a major boost for the tourism sector as well as the greater
12 days ago
Stark turns challenges into triumph at USP
Growing up in a quaint village in Yasawa for the first two years, Kelevi Stark could never have envi
8 days ago
Novotel Suva Lami Bay: Your Perfect Festive Season Escape & Wedding Destination
Suva, Fiji - Novotel Suva Lami Bay invites you to celebrate the festive season and embrace the New Y
21 days ago

Labasa’s temporary Waiqele Airport Terminal now operational
Good news for residents of the Northern Division as the temporary terminal at Waiqele Airport in Lab
9 hours ago
956 case of domestic violence reported to FWCC in 2024, Ali says police treat cases trivially
Alarming statistics have been revealed by the Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre, with 1513 new cases that
9 hours ago
13 serious accidents recorded this year
The Fiji Police Force have recorded 13 serious accidents in the last 13 days which raises serious co
14 hours ago

COI Commissioner clarifies Prime Minister Rabuka was not given a 'grilling'
Commissioner of Inquiry, Justice David Ashton Lewis clarifies that Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka wa
1 day ago
Pryde confirms he will return to the office next week
Director of Public Prosecutions, Christopher Pryde confirms he has advised the Official Secretary to
1 day ago

14/01/2025
Yaqona farmers in Taveuni suffer heavy losses due to theft -Usamate
Yaqona farmers in Taveuni have been victims of theft, which drains their energy as they try to protect their crops from being stolen. Opposition Member Jone Usamate sa
13 hours ago
What was in that drink served to the 7 tourists last month?
The Ministry of Health is referring the issue of the alleged drink spiking incident at the Warwick Resort in December, to the Ministry of Tourism. When asked by fijivi
13 hours ago
Iowane Naivalurua aims to restore public trust in the Fiji Police Force
The newly sworn-in Minister for Policing Iowane Naivalurua is looking forward to collaborating further with the Fiji Police Force in order to win back the hearts of the p
14 hours ago

Former LTA officer sentenced to 1 year, 8 months for issuing fraudulent driver licenses
A former Land Transport Authority officer has been sentenced to one year and eight months imprisonment by the Ba Magistrates Court for issuing fraudulent driver licenses
LTA
14 hours ago
Beachcomber to become 4-star resort
Good news for Beachcomber Island Resort located in the Mamanuca Islands, as it will be elevated into a premier 4-star resort destination for both local and international
14 hours ago
Fees and charges raised as key concern by Biosecurity Authority
Fees and charges are among the concerns raised by the Biosecurity Authority during the Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defence meeting, where they presented the
19 hours ago

13/01/2025
Barbara Malimali inquiry testimonies not open to media and public
Witness testimonies in the inquiry into the appointment of Barbara Malimali as FICAC Commissioner will not be made public or accessible to the media. This has been con
1 day ago
Online Safety Commission notified of individuals sharing intimate videos or images of women and girls on Viber
The Online Safety Commission has revealed that they have been recently notified about some individuals who are creating channels on the social media application namely Vi
1 day ago
Online Safety Commission notified of individuals sharing intimate videos or images of women and girls on Viber
The Online Safety Commission has revealed that they have been recently notified about some individuals who are creating channels on the social media application namely Vi
1 day ago

Suva Retailers Association calls on retailers to extend opening hours for back-to-school shopping
The Suva Retailers Association has called on retailers in the capital city to extend their operating hours to prevent parents from rushing to do back-to-school shopping f
1 day ago
Roads in Western Division impacted by heavy rain
The Fiji Roads Authority has highlighted that adverse rain over the past weeks has significantly deteriorated roads and crossings in the Western Division. When asked a
1 day ago
Death toll rises to 24 as PM says 'tragedy' Australian was killed
Thousands of people looking to offer a helping hand have showed up at a huge donation centre at the Santa Anita Park racetrack in Arcadia, near the Eaton fire. Volunte
1 day ago

O’Connor pleads not guilty, Whippy granted approval to travel
Former National Fire Authority Board Chair John O'Connor has pleaded not guilty to charges filed by FICAC in relation to alleged corruption. O'Connor and Carpenters Fi
1 day ago
I want people to read and remember me, even when I am not here – Gurdayal
I want people to read my stories and remember me, even when I am not here and get inspired. This has been shared by Uttra Gurdayal while speaking to fijivillage News
2 days ago
Trial for Bainimarama and Qiliho’s abuse of office case set for 2 June to 11 July
The trial date in the matter where former Prime Minister Josaia Voreqe Bainimarama and former Police Commissioner Sitiveni Qiliho's allegedly made unwarranted demands to
2 days ago

Cunningham Stage 2 residents raise concerns over months of rubbish collection delay
Concerns have been raised by the residents of Biau Drive in Cunningham Stage 2 regarding the non-collection of rubbish in their area for the past two months, with no acti
2 days ago
Road works continue along Hibiscus Highway in Savusavu
The Fiji Roads Authority has confirmed that the Rip and Remake Program is ongoing along Hibiscus Highway. Residents had raised concerns after a man had sustained minor
FRA
2 days ago
GCC complex set for April 2025 completion- Tagicakirewa
The Great Council of Chiefs complex is scheduled to be completed by April this year. iTaukei Affairs Permanent Secretary, Pita Tagicakirewa says the completion of the
GCC
2 days ago

Rape accused fails to appear in court for the second time, case adjourned to Thursday
The man who allegedly raped a girl at a shortcut in Nasinu while she was on her way to school in June 2022 has failed to appear in the Suva High Court for the second time
2 days ago
Employers raise concerns as new bill proposes double pay on public holidays and alternative day off
Employers in Savusavu have raised concerns about a newly proposed Employment Relations Bill which provides double pay and an alternative day off for employees working on
2 days ago
Threat of fires in LA County is still 'very high', says fire chief, as at least 16 killed
LA County's fire chief says strong winds forecast in Los Angeles mean the threat of fire remains 'very high.' LA Sheriff Robert Luna says three people have been found
2 days ago

2 women charged for obtaining financial advantage
A 23-year-old woman residing in Rakiraki has been charged by the Fiji Police MPAiSA Taskforce for allegedly dishonestly obtaining $336 through the MPAiSA platform. Pol
2 days ago

12/01/2025
Family care leave to be reduced to 3-days
The proposed Employment Relations Amendment Act will include the reintroduction of family care leave. However, the new bill proposes a reduction to three-days of leave
2 days ago
Govt aware of opposition by Mataqali Nabukebuke regarding renewal of Prospecting License
Minister for Lands, Filimoni Vosarogo says the government is aware of the opposition by the Mataqali Nabukebuke in Namosi regarding the renewal of the Prospecting License
2 days ago
Ravunawa will be Assistant Health Minister - Dr Lalabalavu
Penioni Ravunawa who has a medical background, will be the Assistant Health Minister. Minister for Health, Dr Atonio Lalabalavu says Ravunawa will help with monitoring
2 days ago

More than 20 donors come forward to give blood at Farmer’s Daughter in Suva
More than 20 good Samaritans came forward to give blood at the Farmer’s Daughter along Knollys Street in Suva, responding to the urgent need for blood at CWM Hospital.
2 days ago
Consultations to repeal automatic progression starts Thursday - Radrodro
Over the past years automatic progression has created a culture of complacency amongst students, teachers and parents, therefore the Ministry of Education will conduct co
2 days ago
Navua man in custody for being in possession of illicit drugs
An unemployed man of Tokotoko, Navua is in custody after he was arrested last night for being in possession of illicit drugs. Police say a total of 171 dried plants be
2 days ago

Deadly Los Angeles wildfires: New communities threatened as biggest blaze expands
Firefighters are racing against the clock in their days long battle against deadly wildfires in Los Angeles, with gusting winds overnight and early next week expected to
3 days ago
Acting COMPOL reminds officers not to let negativity get in the way of their duty
Acting Police Commissioner, Juki Fong Chew has reminded officers in the North not to allow negativity, assumptions or rumors to get in the way of their duty. Chew says
3 days ago
Corrections Commissioner says he will fully support an investigation
Fiji Corrections Service Commissioner Doctor Jalesi Nakarawa says he is open and will fully support an investigation Dr. Nakarawa highlighted this to the media from Va
3 days ago

From farm to market: A mother’s commitment to her children’s future
Mereoni Solei, from Naqarawai Village in Namosi, says farming has played a vital role in supporting and shaping the education of her three children. Solei says the gov
3 days ago
More evacuation orders issued as largest LA wildfire bears down on new area
Four wildfires are currently burning around Los Angeles, with two others now described as being contained. The largest of them is spreading east and now threatens the
3 days ago

11/01/2025
Residents raise concern after road condition along Hibiscus Highway causes accident
Residents raise concerns after a man has sustained minor injuries this afternoon following an accident along Hibiscus Highway in Savusavu, due to the poor conditions of t
3 days ago
Woman gets 'prank' Australian wedding to influencer annulled, after finding out it was for real
A woman in Australia has had her wedding annulled, after the event she thought was just a “prank” turned out to be the real thing. In an October 2024 family court
3 days ago
New Fiji Corrections HQ to serve as pivotal hub for correctional
The new Fiji Corrections Service Northern Division Headquarters located in Vaturekuka Labasa has been opened and is expected to serve as a pivotal hub for correctional op
3 days ago

Faulty printer cause of delays in processing passports - Naupoto
Newly appointed Minister for Immigration, Viliame Naupoto after touring the department's facility yesterday, says one of the passport printers is currently not working.
3 days ago
Parents out in numbers getting their children ready for the new school year
The Capital City was a hive of activity today as parents and guardians turned out in numbers to get their children ready for the new school year. This is after the gov
3 days ago
Vunivau family homeless after fire destroys 4 bedroom house
A family of six in Vunivau, Labasa have been left homeless after their four-bedroom house was completely destroyed in a fire last night. Shalendra Naicker says they we
3 days ago

Death toll rises as governor confirms hydrants issue 'impaired' LA wildfires fight
California's governor calls for an independent investigation into how water shortages "impaired" the fight against the Los Angeles area wildfires. A night-time curfew
4 days ago
Dakuni villagers plant 2,000 mangroves to combat beach erosion
The villagers of Dakuni in Beqa have taken the initiative to plant more than 2,000 mangroves to conserve their natural resources, as soil erosion has been affecting their
4 days ago
Preserving our Hindi language is safeguarding our heritage - Prof. Prasad
Our language is our identity and history and preserving it is not just about words; it is about safeguarding our heritage and strengthening the bond between generations.
4 days ago

British American Tobacco Fiji opens 4th Greenhouse in Savusavu
British American Tobacco has opened it’s fourth Grow+ Remote Greenhouse in Bia-i-Cake Settlement, Nagigi Village in Savusavu to support the farmers through promoting go
4 days ago
China in contact with WHO on HMPV
The Chinese foreign ministry maintains that they have close communication with the World Health Organization (WHO) on respiratory diseases, when asked about the rising ca
4 days ago
Nasinu Town Council to install 40 surveillance cameras to improve safety and curb illegal littering by mid February
In a move to improve public safety and curb illegal littering the Nasinu Town Council has announced they will be installing 40 new surveillance cameras at litter hotspot
4 days ago

Death toll rises to 10 as wildfires rage in Los Angeles
As the wildfires in Los Angeles continue, officials confirm that at least ten people are dead and have warned that the causalities remains unclear until it’s safe for i
4 days ago
93 teams for 49th Fiji Bitter Marist 7s
The 49th Fiji Bitter Marist 7s will have a total of 93 teams competing this year. Marist 7s President Lawrence Tikaram confirmed this during the launch at Paradise Bev
4 days ago

10/01/2025
We will have to confront drug kingpins - Naivalurua
Drug kingpins is a big issue and that's one of the major fronts that we will have to confront. Newly appointed Minister for Policing, Ioane Naivalurua highlighted thi
4 days ago
Ministry of Finance makes early payment of $40.4 million in Back-to-School Support
Good news for parents as the Back-to-School Support payment for the 2025 school year has been processed and paid, ahead of the initially announced date for Wednesday to g
4 days ago
All civil servants paid following payroll system upgrade - Goundar
All civil servants have been paid, with the majority receiving their payments yesterday afternoon and the remainder today. This has been confirmed by the Permanent Sec
4 days ago

New Ministers and Assistant Ministers pay should not affect taxpayers – PM
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has confirmed that the pay for the 7 Ministers and Assistant Ministers sworn in today will be catered for in the current budget and it shou
4 days ago
Opposition G9 Ministers and Assistant Ministers to now vote for Govt – PM
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says the Opposition Group of 9 Ministers and Assistant Ministers will now vote for the Government. While responding to questions by fiji
4 days ago
Dialogue Fiji criticises Cabinet expansion as fiscally irresponsible and morally indefensible
Dialogue Fiji says they are deeply concerned by the Prime Minister’s decision to expand the Cabinet to an unprecedented size of 36 Ministers and Assistant Ministers.
4 days ago

Power disruption affecting CWM, FSM, Private Hospital and other parts of Toorak
A fault has caused power disruption to Extension Street, the CWM Hospital, the Fiji School of Medicine Complex, Bayview hospital, FSM Library, Oceania Hospital, Namosi Ho
EFL
4 days ago
$1M refurbished Labasa Hospital emergency dept sponsored by KOICA
People in the Northern Division can expect better emergency services at the Labasa Hospital as the dmergency department has received a million dollar face-lift through Ko
4 days ago
34 Northern Division officers awarded Fiji Police Medals for service and dedication
34 Northern Division Police officers haven been honoured today with the prestigious Fiji Police Medal, while 38 others received the Fiji Police Long Service and Good Cond
4 days ago

TSLS takes over bond travel clearance and recovery functions from FRCS
Students will not have to deal with two different entities when applying for bond travel clearance, as a significant transition formalized today marks the official handov
4 days ago
Dr Chanan decides not to seek another term as WAF CEO
Water Authority of Fiji’s CEO, Doctor Amit Chanan has decided not to seek another term as his contract ends in March this year. Dr Chanan has informed the Board of h
WAF
4 days ago
Los Angeles wildfire: At least 6 people dead, thousand of structures destroyed
As the wildfires in Los Angeles continue, officials confirm that at least six people are dead but have warned that the actual causalities remains unclear. Tens of thou
5 days ago

Couple’s bodies found in Nadi home
The bodies of a man and his wife have been found in their home in Malolo, Nadi. Police officers are still at the scene. Divisional Police Commander Western, Senior
5 days ago
Nalumisa offers new hope to Suva’s street youths after emotional talanoa session
Some youths living on the streets of Suva have been given a new hope in life after their meeting with Minister for Local Government Maciu Nalumisa while he was walking in
5 days ago
Naivalurua sworn in as Minister for Policing, Naupoto as Minister for Immigration, Bulitavu as Environment and Climate Change
Former Police Commissioner and former senior military officer, Ioane Naivalurua has been sworn in as the Minister for Policing at the State House. Former Army Commande
5 days ago

53-year-old Chand appeals for support to undergo life-saving heart surgery
53-year-old Harish Chand of Nukuloa, Ba is urgently appealing for financial assistance as he battles a severe heart condition. While speaking to fijivillage News, Chan
5 days ago
27-year-old to appear in court today for alleged $600 financial scam
A 27-year-old supervisor from Korovuto, Nadi, will appear in the Nadi Magistrates Courtafter being charged with obtaining financial advantage. Police say the investiga
5 days ago
Ellington Jetty in Rakiraki closed for emergency repairs until April
Ellington Jetty in Rakiraki will be temporarily closed for emergency maintenance repairs, which began on Monday and will continue until the the 6th of April. Fiji Road
FRA
5 days ago

Apocalyptic scenes as wildfires tear through Los Angeles
Hurricane-force winds have sent wildfires ripping through the mountains and foothills around Los Angeles. Fireballs leapt from house to house, torching entire streets
5 days ago
Naivalurua expected to be Minister for Policing, Naupoto for Minister for Immigration and Bulitavu to come in as Minister for Climate Change
Former Police Commissioner and former senior military officer, Ioane Naivalurua is expected to be sworn in as the Minister for Policing and former Army Commander and form
5 days ago
New payroll system transition causes delay as civil servants express concern over delayed salaries
Following concerns raised by many civil servants about delays in the payment of their salaries which was scheduled for today, the Ministry of Finance says all pay have be
5 days ago

09/01/2025
Constitutional processes to address issues with Corrections Commissioner – PM
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says the Government will exhaust all processes provided under the Constitution in addressing issues relating to the Commissioner of Fiji Co
5 days ago
Ministry urges shift in family responsibility as elderly abandonment increases in Suva
Families and communities must embrace a shift in mindset, prioritising the care and responsibility for their elderly, as adult children are knowingly abandoning their eld
5 days ago
Health Ministry receives 3,000 emergency Antiretroviral drugs from UNDP to support HIV surge response
As Fiji faces an increase in the number of HIV cases, the UNDP has recently delivered 3,000 much needed emergency antiretroviral (ARV) drugs to the Ministry of Health.
5 days ago

140 youths living on Suva streets
A recent profiling exercise by the Ministry of Youth and Sports has identified 140 youths living on Suva streets, including 40 women and eight children under the age of 1
5 days ago
$191,000 vans purchased by Mataqali Matalevu to drive economic growth
Today marks an unforgettable day for the Mataqali Matalevu in Vunitogoloa Village, Ra, as they have purchased two vans from Asco Motors as part of their plan to generate
5 days ago
TSLS launches new digital tools to enhance service delivery
A new era has begun for tertiary students in Fiji as the Tertiary Scholarship and Loans Service has launched three of its programs which includes the Travel and Bond Clea
5 days ago

FICAC investigates 14 complaints, initiates legal action in four cases last month
FICAC received 53 complaints last month where 14 are now being investigated by their Legal and Prosecution Department. FICAC says following the assessment, 38 complain
5 days ago
Former President to give evidence to COI tomorrow
Former President, Ratu Wiliame Katonivere will give evidence to the Commission of Inquiry tomorrow regarding the appointment of the FICAC Commissioner Barbara Malimali.
5 days ago
Corrections Commissioner back in office
Commissioner of Fiji Corrections Service, Doctor Jalesi Nakarawa is back in office today after returning from his leave. Dr Nakarawa confirmed he was on leave after he
6 days ago

Death toll rises amid most destructive wildfire in Los Angeles' history
The four ongoing fires - Palisades, Eaton, Hurst and Woodley - are 0 percent contained with five people killed and more than 1,000 structures burnt. Palisades, the fir
6 days ago
Flash Flood Warning remains for parts of Vanua Levu
A Flash Flood Warning remains in force for all low lying, flash flood prone areas and small streams of Dreketilailai, Nayarabale, Vuniika, Qawa, Cawaira, Vunivau and Laba
6 days ago
Geographical challenges and power outages can’t stop Nadurutalo from achieving her goal
Despite geographical challenges and power outages, Adi Miriama Vauvata Nadurutalo has finally completed her Bachelor’s of Education from the Fiji National University.
6 days ago

Lal can't demand for my resignation, he should stop being childish - Ro Filipe
Minister for Infrastructure, Ro Filipe Tuisawau says Member of Opposition, Ketan Lal cannot demand for his resignation because he is not the Prime Minister. This follo
6 days ago
Commission of Inquiry to request deadline extension for FICAC Commissioner appointment investigation
The Commission of Inquiry is planning to request the President to extend the deadline for the inquiry into the recent appointment of the Commissioner of FICAC, Barbara Ma
6 days ago
Two killed, many injured as tens of thousands flee Los Angeles fires
The large wildfires burning through Los Angeles have now destroyed at least 1,000 buildings, killed two people and caused a "high number" of significant injuries, authori
6 days ago

Prof. Prasad signs condolence book for late Jimmy Carter
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad, signed a condolence book in honour of the late U.S. President Jimmy Carter. Professor Prasad re
USA
6 days ago
Residents in Central Eastern Division advised to prepare for potential water cuts
Residents in the Central Eastern region are advised to prepare in advance for any potential water disruptions caused by the recent heavy rain and flooding. This has be
6 days ago
Flash Flood Warning for Suva, Nausori and Lami areas
A Flash Flood Warning remains in force for all low-lying, flash flood prone areas and small streams crossing of greater Suva/Nausori/Lami/Tailevu and Naitasiri and Sigato
6 days ago

Flash Flood Warning for Suva, Nausori and Lami areas
A Flash Flood Warning remains in force for all low-lying, flash flood prone areas and small streams crossing of greater Suva/Nausori/Lami/Tailevu and Naitasiri and Sigato
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Virgin Australia crew members allegedly sexually assaulted and robbed outside Nadi nightclub
A man has been charged with the rape and sexual assault of one of the Virgin Australia crew members in the early hours of New Year’s Day, near a ...
10 days ago

Lynda Tabuya dismissed as Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka says in light of the recent events concerning the conduct of Lynda Tabuya, and in consideration of the Oath she has ...
19 days ago

Fijian Drua in Kadavu
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua are keeping in tradition with their previous pre-season training and will be in Kadavu till Friday afternoon. The ...
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