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07/01/2025

Rabuka confirms plans to appoint Assistant Ministers to key portfolios

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has confirmed new members will take over some of the portfolios he holds to ease the burden. Rabuka says this will ensure they are ready

Government

8 days ago

Flash flooding in parts of the Central Division, people advised to take precautionary measures

People are being advised to take precautionary measures as recent heavy rain has caused Navua River water levels to rise and flash flooding in some areas along Queens Roa

Weather

8 days ago

Man charged with murder after fatal assault during New Year’s Day drinking party

A 38-year-old unemployed man of Vidogo Settlement in Vatuwaqa who allegedly beat another man to death on New Year’s Day will appear in the Suva Magistrate court tomorro

Police

8 days ago

Navua River level increasing while some parts are flooded

Water level in the Navua River is increasing as parts of Navua are also flooded. Navua Police also confirm that Viwawa and Naisasa Roads are flooded. Deuba Road is

Weather

8 days ago

Several roads in Central Division closed due to flooding – FRA

Due to flooding from the recent heavy rainfall, several rural roads in the Central Division are currently closed to all traffic. The Fiji Roads Authority is advising t

FRA Roads

8 days ago

Witnesses provide key evidence in Commission of Inquiry - Mason

All witnesses are forthcoming in providing their evidence in the Commission of Inquiry regarding the appointment of Barbara Malimali as the Commissioner of FICAC. Seni

Court

8 days ago

Pryde reinstated as DPP

Suspended Director of Public Prosecutions, Christopher Pryde has been reinstated to his position after a tribunal investigating the allegations against him unanimously co

DPP Feature

8 days ago

Health Ministry working to restore full radiology and lab services at Savusavu Hospital

The Ministry of Health says they are working to restore full Radiology and Laboratory services at Savusavu Hospital after serious concerns were raised by members of the p

Health Feature

8 days ago

Flooding closes some roads in Nausori as Heavy Rain Alert remains for Central and Eastern divisions, Bua and Cakaudrove

Flooding has been reported in parts of Central Division and people are being urged to stay away and refrain from attempting to cross or swim in flooded rivers, streams, d

Roads FRA Weather Feature

8 days ago

Mataqali Nayalasa in Naraiyawa Village invests in digger to boost income and farming efforts

Today marks a significant milestone for the Mataqali Nayalasa in Naraiyawa Village, Namosi, as they receive their new digger which is part of their efforts to enhance the

Farming

8 days ago

Suva City drainage upgrades begin at bus stand

People in Suva City can expect improvement in the drainage system and an end to surface flooding after heavy rain as works to install new culverts at the Suva Bus Stand h

SCC

8 days ago

Kennedy avenue residents demand action as WAF addresses months-long dirty water issue

Following serious concerns raised by Kennedy Avenue residents in Nadi about muddy water in their taps since November, the Water Authority of Fiji has confirmed that a tho

Water

8 days ago

Police are working towards improving service delivery - Chew

We are working towards improving the service delivery of the Fiji Police Force by strengthening the manpower and vehicles availability to respond to situations around the

Police Feature

8 days ago

Fallen trees along Kings Road in Verata between Wailevu and Kasavu blocks one way of the road

Fallen trees have blocked the main Kings Road from Verata between Wailevu and Kasavu which has caused a one-way lane for vehicles and pedestrians. Fiji Roads Authority

Roads

8 days ago

FMA urges urgent action to address healthcare crisis as NCDs and HIV cases rise

As the public healthcare system is under immense strain and pushed to its limits due to outdated facilities and equipment, shortages of essential medications and an ever-

Health Feature

8 days ago

3 men arrested for marijuana possession in New Town

3 men are in Police custody after they were found with illicit drugs at Tamole Settlement in New Town, Nasinu. The Fiji Police and Fiji Dog Detector Unit raided the h

Drugs

8 days ago

25-year-old man charged with murder of his 27-year-old uncle

A 25-year-old man has been charged with the murder of his 27-year-old uncle while in another incident a 40-year-old man is charged with the murder of his 70-year-old uncl

DPP Court

8 days ago

Alvick Maharaj criticises Police delays after $6,000 theft from mother's account

Member of Parliament Alvick Maharaj is raising serious concerns about the effectiveness and competency of the Fiji Police Force as there was a delay in action by police o

Police

8 days ago

Corrections Commissioner sent on leave after reports of serious breaches

Commissioner of Fiji Corrections Service, Dr Jalesi Nakarawa has been sent to leave after the Ministry of Justice received reports of serious incidents and potential brea

Corrections

8 days ago

Suva businessman calls for increased police presence after $15,000 restaurant robbery

A concerned Suva businessman is calling for police officers to be stationed in tents throughout Suva City, as was done previously, after $15,000 was stolen from a promine

Police Feature

8 days ago

Mataqali Nawavatu youths call for investigation into withheld funds and alleged unauthorized leases by TLTB

The youths of Mataqali Nawavatu in Kalabu Village, Naitasiri, are urging the Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Lands Minister Filimoni Vosarogo to investigate why the iT

Land Government

8 days ago

4 rescued after wooden bridge collapses into a Nadi river

Four people travelling in a car fell into the Vuniyasi River in Nadi after the wooden bridge they were on collapsed last night. Following the quick actions by nearby v

FRA Roads Feature

8 days ago

Ravu ordered to be present in court for next hearing after non-appearance today

Former Minister for Fisheries and Forests Kalaveti Ravu was not present in court this morning for his appearance in the matter where he is charged in relation to interfer

Court

8 days ago

First set of UniFiji journalists to graduate in April - Professor Shameem

Good news as the first set of journalism students at the University of Fiji will graduate in April this year, and all of them are already employed. UniFiji Vice-Chance

Uni-Fiji

8 days ago

Canadian Prime Minister resigns after a decade

Justin Trudeau resigns as Prime Minister and leader of the Liberal Party, concluding a decade of service to Canada. This follows growing pressure from within his party

World-News

8 days ago

06/01/2025

Human Rights Commission condemns child Abuse in viral video, calls for immediate action

The Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission strongly denounces any form of abuse—physical or emotional—against children, especially under the pretense of

Human-Rights

9 days ago

Lautoka Chamber calls for crackdown on illegal liquor sales and public disturbances

The Lautoka Chamber of Commerce and Industry is asking relevant authorities to take immediate action on unlicensed shops and private residents within the city municipalit

Liquor Feature

9 days ago

16-yr-old boy allegedly rapes his 13-yr-old cousin, 15-yr-old boy allegedly rapes a 10-yr-old girl

A 16-year-old boy was charged with the rape of his 13-year-old cousin while in another incident, a 15-year-old boy was charged with the rape of a 10-year-old girl from hi

DPP

9 days ago

Demi Moore and Sebastian Stan win best actress and actor for musical or comedy at the Golden Globe Awards

Demi Moore and Sebastian Stan are the big winners for the Golden Globe Awards after winning best actress and best actor in their categories. Moore was named best actre

Entertainment

9 days ago

Fiji’s education system needs transformation - Professor Shameem

Education in Fiji needs to be planned holistically from early childhood to tertiary instead of piecemeal. This has been highlighted by the University of Fiji Vice-Chan

Uni-Fiji

9 days ago

Frustration grows over ongoing water cuts in Namadi Heights

The ongoing water cuts in Namadi Heights and nearby areas continue to frustrate residents, who have been without proper water supply since Saturday. While speaking to

Water WAF

9 days ago

Man accused of raping Virgin Australia crew member remanded

The 24-year-old farmer who allegedly raped and sexually assaulted a Virgin Australia crew member in the early hours of New Year’s Day near a nightclub in Martintar, Nad

Court Feature

9 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 envisioned the extraordinary journey that awaits him and his family: one o

Fiji breaks tourism records with over 1M visitors in 2024

Fiji welcomed more than 1.06 million tourists into the country last year, breaking the one million mark for the first time. This has been confirmed by Tourism Fiji CE

Tourism Feature

9 days ago

NFA urges the public to report fires on 910, not social media

The National Fire Authority (NFA) has raised concerns about unreported fire incidents across the country, highlighting that many people are taking live videos on Facebook

NFA Fire

9 days ago

Commission of Inquiry needs to get to the bottom of it - PM

The Commission of Inquiry needs to get to the bottom of the truth and I have played my part. Prime Minister and Chair of the Constitutional Offices Commission, Sitiven

COC FICAC Feature

9 days ago

Labasa couple charged for allegedly dishonestly obtaining $730 through deception

A Labasa couple has been arrested and charged by the Fiji Police Force M-PAiSA Taskforce for allegedly dishonestly obtaining $730 through deception. Police say it is

Court

9 days ago

Duguca becomes first in his family to attend university

It is a moment of joy for 18-year-old Liwai Roko Kabuyawa Duguca who becomes the first in his family to enter university for higher education. Duguca hails from Waica

Education

9 days ago

Commission of Inquiry sits to probe Malimali’s appointment as FICAC Commissioner

A Commission of Inquiry is currently sitting at the Old Parliament Complex to inquire into the recent appointment of the Commissioner of FICAC, Barbara Malimali. Malim

Feature FICAC

9 days ago

Do justice to your oath, don’t focus on internal petty issues - Chew

Police officers must do justice to the oath they swore, to serve and honour the code of ethics and not focus on the internal petty issues. This was highlighted by the

Police Feature

9 days ago

Farmer charged with rape and sexual assault of Virgin Australia crew member to appear in Nadi Court today

A 24-year-old farmer charged with the rape and sexual assault of one of the Virgin Australia crew members in the early hours of New Year’s Day, near a nightclub in Mart

Court Police

9 days ago

Heavy Rain Alert in force for Central and Eastern Divisions

People should expect more rain as a Heavy Rain Alert is now in force for the Central including Suva/Nausori-Tailevu areas, Coastal areas of Serua-Namosi, interior of Seru

Weather Feature

9 days ago

05/01/2025

3 residential fires in first 3 days of 2025 concerns NFA

With just 5 days into the new year, the National Fire Authority (NFA) is concerned about three residential fires reported so far. NFA CEO Puamau Sowane says members of

NFA Fire

10 days ago

Police made 18 drug arrests in first five days of 2025

Eighteen people have been arrested for possession of illicit drugs just five days into the new year, including two students detained on New Year’s Day and a woman arres

Drugs Police

10 days ago

Mother and son traumatised after attempted robbery at Samabula home

A mother and son are still traumatised after they were allegedly attacked outside their home by a man who reportedly tried to forcefully enter their house and rob them.

Police

10 days ago

Ministry collaborates with law enforcement over father's abuse of young children

The Ministry of Children is working with law enforcement agencies to look into the matter where a father is seen being physically abusive and intimidating towards his two

Child-Abuse

10 days ago

Nadi Chamber of Commerce urges for better Police resources following rising crime concerns and tourism safety fears

We are ready to stand with the Fiji Police in making sure Nadi is safe for everyone but Nadi Police is under-resourced in terms of manpower and vehicles. Nadi Chamber

Police Feature

10 days ago

Body of 5-yr-old girl recovered after tragic Waisomo River incident

The body of the 5-year-old girl who was washed away by strong river currents has been recovered along Waisomo River. Police say she was crossing the river with her 32-

Police

10 days ago

Police warn against water splashing on moving vehicles as its against the law

As New Year celebrations continue with the tradition of throwing water on family and friends, Police are calling on all parents to inform their children that splashing wa

Water Police

10 days ago

12 member FEMAT team departed for Vanuatu this morning

The 12-member Fiji Emergency Medical Assistance Team (FEMAT) to help with relief assistance departed for Vanuatu this morning. The Ministry of Health says the team has

Health

10 days ago

Muaivuso Village leader urges action against coastal pollution threatening livelihoods and ecosystems

Throwing rubbish in the sea is like treating coastal villages as rubbish dumps, harming livelihoods, polluting ecosystems, and endangering future generations. This is

Rubbish

10 days ago

Police to patrol Suva’s CBD and nightclubs after staff request increased presence and improvements in de-escalation measures

Officers from Totogo Police Station will not only concentrate around the nightclub vicinity, but be deployed along the Central Business District and suburbs of Suva to en

Police

10 days ago

Goundar Shipping welcomes a new vessel ‘Captain Inoke’ and looks forward to a faster ferry this year

Maritime islanders can look forward to travelling in style as Goundar Shipping Limited has announced that they are expecting another ferry in June this year, which will b

Goundar-Shipping

10 days ago

Goundar Shipping welcomes a new vessel ‘Captain Inoke’ and looks forward to a faster ferry this year

Maritime islanders can look forward to travelling in style as Goundar Shipping Limited has announced that they are expecting another ferry in June this year, which will b

Goundar-Shipping

10 days ago

Police investigate father abusing young children while teaching them how to count

Police are investigating an incident in which a father is seen being physically abusive and intimidating towards his two young children while teaching them how to count.

Child-Abuse Feature

10 days ago

Suva nightclub staff request increased police presence and improvements in de-escalation measures

Police met with Suva nightclub staff at 3.30 this morning after the clubs closed in a move to improve processes regarding de-escalation tactics. During that meeting, n

Police Feature

10 days ago

Search continues for 5-yr-old girl swept away by Waisomi River currents

A search is underway for a 5-year-old girl of Naituvatuvavatu Village, Wainibuka in Tailevu after she was washed away by strong river currents while crossing the Waisomi

Missing-Person Feature

10 days ago

04/01/2025

A single cigarette slashes 20 minutes off your life expectancy, research suggests

If you're thinking about making a New Year's resolution to quit smoking, it might help to know that new research says it could extend your life expectancy. Each cigare

Health

11 days ago

Nausori shop robbery suspect identified but yet to be arrested

Police have yet to arrest the culprit who allegedly robbed a shop in Nausori after forcing his way through a small space on the counter. They earlier confirmed that th

Police

11 days ago

Nasinu residents criticize the Council over missed green waste collection

Nasinu residents have expressed disappointment, claiming the 2024 staff bonus for the Nasinu Town Council should have been allocated to resolve the missed green waste col

Rubbish

11 days ago

Robbery victims call for justice after alleged theft at Lautoka Hotel on New Year’s Day

Prinal Devi and Nalini Prasad, victims of an alleged robbery at the Lautoka Hotel in the early hours of New Year’s Day, are calling for justice after $2,300 was stolen

Police

11 days ago

Health Ministry monitoring rise in HMPV infections in China

The Ministry of Health says they are collaborating with the World Health Organization to monitor the media reports on the increase in Human Metapneumovirus cases in China

Health Feature

11 days ago

Heavy Rain Warning cancelled, but Flash Flood Alert remains in parts of Fiji

The Heavy Rain Warning previously in force for the entire Fiji Group has been cancelled but a Flash Flood Alert remains in force for all low lying, flash flood prone area

Weather Rain

11 days ago

Man charged with rape and sexual assault of Virgin Australia crew member

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 nightclub in Martintar

Feature Court

11 days ago

Andrew Garfield says he hasn’t signed on for ‘Spider-Man 4,’ despite previously lying about cameo in third movie

Andrew Garfield is setting the record straight… sort of. The “We Live in Time” actor recently clarified some ongoing speculation that he’s signed on for the fo

Entertainment

11 days ago

UniFiji to pioneer AI and cultural studies with traditional chiefs as professors

The University of Fiji will focus on new and innovative teaching techniques and courses to be future-ready, including appointing traditional chiefs as adjunct professors

Uni-Fiji Education Levuka

11 days ago

FEMAT team to Vanuatu reminded they are not only representing the Ministry but Fiji as well

Permanent Secretary for Health, Dr Jemesa Tudravu reminded the 12-member Fiji Emergency Medical Assistance Team for Vanuatu that they are not only representing the Minist

Health

11 days ago

Police seek help to locate missing 17-Year-Old Tarusila Durua

Police are seeking the public's assistance to locate 17-year-old Tarusila Durua of Balabala Crescent, Newtown, Nasinu. They say Durua was reported missing at the Valel

Police Missing-Person

11 days ago

Health Ministry monitors Measles alerts in Australia and NZ, urges public to stay vigilant

The Ministry of Health is closely monitoring the Measles alerts and reports in Australia and New Zealand after cases were diagnosed in various parts of the countries last

Measles

11 days ago

03/01/2025

Replacement elevators for CWM Hospital to arrive next month as engineers currently attend to it - Health Ministry

Replacement elevators from the contracted supplier for the CWM Hospital are expected to arrive in the country next month while engineers from the company are currently at

CWM-Hospital Health Feature

12 days ago

Heavy Rain Warning and Flash Flood Alert for whole of Fiji

A Heavy Rain Warning is now in force for the whole of Fiji Group while a Flash Flood Alert remains in force for all low lying, flash flood prone areas and small streams o

Weather Feature

12 days ago

Drivers must navigate challenging road conditions such as potholes - LTA

Drivers must exercise heightened awareness and responsible driving behaviours, particularly when navigating challenging road conditions such as potholes. This is follo

Roads

12 days ago

Concerns mount over rising youth loitering, glue sniffing and begging in Suva City

Concerned citizens are speaking out about the increasing number of youths loitering on the streets, highlighting their disruptive behavior, including smoking marijuana, s

Youth

12 days ago

Concerns raised as X-ray and Blood count machines at Savusavu Hospital not working for 2 months

Serious concerns are being raised by people living in Savusavu about the X-ray machine at the Savusavu Subdivisional Hospital which has not been working for the last two

Health Feature Feature

12 days ago

Fijian stock market achieves record $76M dividend payout in 2024

16 South Pacific Stock Exchange listed entities declared a total of $76 million in dividends, the highest-ever total annual dividend payout in the market’s history.

Economy SPX

12 days ago

Some parts of Lautoka flooded

Some parts of Lautoka are flooded as heavy rain continues in the West. The Fiji Roads Authority says floodwater level at Buabua Road junction is high and is closed to

Flooding

12 days ago

China deals with HMPV outbreak

China is dealing with an outbreak of the human metapneumovirus (HMPV), five years after the COVID-19 pandemic. NDTV reports that Chinese reports and social media posts

Health

12 days ago

Heavy Rain Warning for Viti Levu and Northern Division

A Heavy Rain Warning is now in force for Viti Levu, the Northern Division, Yasawa and Mamanuca Groups while a Flash Flood Alert is now in force for all low-lying, flash f

Weather Feature

12 days ago

Navtarang’s Top 100 Countdown live stream hits over 400,000 views

479,360 people had joined Navtarang’s Top 100 Countdown live stream on New Year’s Eve, making it a memorable celebration for listeners around the world. Senior Con

Navtarang

12 days ago

Suva taxi operators help Police arrest man who stole vehicle from Victoria Parade

Quick action by Suva taxi operators resulted in the arrest of a man who tried to unlawfully drive off with a vehicle. According to Police, a 28-year-old woman was driv

Taxi Police

12 days ago

Police awaiting post mortem results before making decision on 12-year-old student’s death

Police are waiting for the post mortem results and outcome of the investigation before making a decision in regards to death of the 12-year-old student of Sabeto, Nadi a

Police

12 days ago

Fiji re-introduces interviews for Y13 students aspiring to become teachers

Students who wish to enrol in teacher training institutions across the four divisions will now need to go through an interview before being accepted. The Ministry of E

Education

12 days ago

Former NFP member, Dorsami Naidu to launch new political party

Lawyer and former politician Dorsami Naidu will be forming a new political party to contest the 2026 general elections and says they want to take the country forward with

Politics Feature

12 days ago

Compain asks what more needs to happen before the CWM Hospital elevators are fixed

What more needs to happen for someone - anyone - to finally listen to the plight of the people. International Women’s Association Fiji President Judy Compain is aski

CWM-Hospital Feature

12 days ago

Suspect in alleged sexual assault of Virgin Australia crew released as investigations continue

The suspect who was questioned yesterday for the alleged sexual assault of Virgin Australia crew members in the early hours of Wednesday morning in a nightclub area in Ma

Police

12 days ago

WAF advises about potential water disruption at the Tamavua Water Treatment Plant

People are urged to store water as the Water Authority of Fiji says that areas usually impacted by high turbidity at the Tamavua Water Treatment Plant may face water disr

Water WAF

12 days ago

02/01/2025

Heavy rain expected across Fiji as Tropical Disturbance 02F slowly progresses

Fijians can expect more rain across the country until Sunday, as the Nadi Weather Office continues to monitor Tropical Disturbance 02F, which is located at the west-north

Weather

13 days ago

Navua community unites to build local gas crematorium, seeks support

The people of Navua will no longer need to travel to Davuilevu Housing or Raralevu to cremate their loved ones at a gas crematorium, as the community has united to constr

Community

13 days ago

Faulty elevators causing frustration and delays in surgeries at CWM Hospital

Patients at the CWM Hospital who need surgery are not getting operated on time due to faulty elevators. Former FM96 Breakfast Show host, Andrew Bolakoro who has been a

Feature Health

13 days ago

PM urges farmers to do more on rice

With Fiji’s current import of rice sitting at $51 to $60 million annually, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka is urging farmers to take advantage of the revised price for t

Farming

13 days ago

Investigation continues on what substance caused 7 hotel guest to be hospitalised

The investigation into what substance was consumed by seven guests at the Warwick Resort that resulted in them being hospitalised continues and the substance they consume

Police

13 days ago

Suspect questioned over alleged sexual assault of Virgin Australia crew member

A suspect known to Police has been questioned for the alleged sexual assault of a Virgin Australia crew member in the early hours of yesterday morning in a nightclub area

Police Feature

13 days 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 Pacific, an advanced Hyperbaric Chamber has been officially launched b

More rain expected this weekend as Tropical Disturbance 02F lies 500km west-north-west of Nadi

Get ready for more rain this weekend as the Nadi Weather Office is monitoring Tropical Disturbance 02F which lies about 500km west-north-west of Nadi. They also confir

Weather

13 days ago

Body of 29-year-old found on Saweni Beach after being swept away last month

The body of a 29-year-old man, who was swept away by a strong current last month while swimming in the same area, has been found on Saweni Beach. Police say the man wa

Police

13 days ago

Police take statements from alleged Australian airline rape and robbery victims

Police have taken statements from two Australian airline crew members who were allegedly raped and robbed after attending a nightclub on New Year’s Eve in Martintar, Na

Police Feature

13 days ago

Labasa and Savusavu experience series of burglaries over Christmas period – SP Soqosoqo

The Labasa and Savusavu areas have recently experienced a series of burglaries, many of which occurred during the Christmas period and arrests have been made. Acting D

Police

13 days ago

Ministry approval required for tabua export and import under new regulations

The Ministry of iTaukei Affairs is working in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment to strengthen the enforcement of Fiji’s regulatory framework concerning the

iTaukei-Culture Government

13 days ago

FNPF introduces ‘Transfer of Savings on Entitlement’ product

The Fiji National Provident Fund has introduced the new ‘Transfer of Savings on Entitlement’ product, which is a new member offering. The FNPF in a statement says

FNPF

13 days ago

Death toll from New Orleans vehicle attack rises to 15

The suspect in the New Orleans vehicle attack this morning has been identified as a 42-year-old US citizen from Texas, Shamsud-Din Jabbar. He is believed to have drive

World-News

13 days ago

South Korea's deadly Jeju Air plane crash raises concerns about proximity of concrete barrier to runway

Lee Geun-young regularly watches planes come in from his restaurant near Muan Airport in South Korea. But as Jeju Air flight 7C2216 approached the runway on December 2

abc-news

13 days ago

12-yr-old dies after falling out of moving carrier

A 12-year-old student of Sabeto, Nadi has died after falling out of a moving carrier. Assistant Commissioner of Police Operations Livai Driu says it is alleged that he

Feature Police

13 days ago

Consumer Council remains committed to a more transparent consumer environment

The Consumer Council of Fiji remains committed to exploring new opportunities to create a more transparent and accountable consumer environment. The CEO Seema Shandil

Consumer-Council

13 days ago

Court refuses application to uplift stop departure for Aliz Pacific’s Zarin Khan

Court has refused to lift a stop departure order imposed by the FICAC on Aliz Pacific partner Zarin Khan due to an active ongoing investigation. FICAC says Khan, throu

Court

13 days ago

Kayaker plucked from another sport joins new wave of Australian athletes eyeing Olympics

Sammy Lourey sits in a laboratory, face mask in place, kayak handles in her grasp. The 19-year-old is undergoing a VO2 max test, which measures the maximum or optimum

abc-news

13 days ago

2 men and a teen charged with multiple counts of burglary and aggravated robbery

A teenager and two men will appear in the Labasa Magistrates Court today after being charged with multiple counts of burglary and aggravated robbery. The three stole i

Court Police

13 days ago

Stakeholders to conduct assessment of sugar cane farm damages by this week

Stakeholders will be making thorough assessment of sugar cane farm damages in Nadi, Tavua, Ba and Rakiraki this week following recent flooding. Sugarcane Growers Fund

Sugar

13 days ago

01/01/2025

Police investigate alleged theft and rape of two Australian airline crew members after clubbing in Nadi

Police are currently investigating the case of alleged theft and rape of two Australian airline crew members after clubbing at one of the nightclubs in Martintar, Nadi.

Police Feature

14 days ago

Using children to beg on the streets is a criminal offence - Min for Children

Using children to beg on the streets is a criminal offence and it is strictly prohibited under the laws of Fiji and people should stop using innocent children under the

Children Feature

14 days ago

Chew confirms he did not apply for Commissioner role, plans retirement

Acting Commissioner of Police Juki Fong Chew has confirmed that he did not apply for the position of Commissioner. While speaking to fijivillage News, Chew says he is

Police

14 days ago

Mataqali Dravutu raise over $82,000 for construction of evacuation centre

It has been a meaningful Christmas and New Year for the mataqali Dravutu in the Nabua settlement, Waikete, Tailevu, after they raised $82,402.18 to support the constructi

Community

14 days ago

450 people gather for New Year’s Pooja and substance abuse awareness in Nakasi

Around 450 people gathered at the Gooal Sadhu Hanuman Gadhi Mandir in Nakasi to participate in the Vishwa Shanti Yaag, marking the beginning of the New Year with devotion

Pooja New-Years

14 days ago

3 men arrested for possession of illicit drugs

Three men were arrested yesterday for being in possession of illicit drugs, in Lautoka and Suva. The Police K-9 Unit stopped a vehicle along Waiyavi, Lautoka and searc

Police Drugs

14 days ago

SCC staff get sick leave payouts, 5% pay increase and long-awaited promotions

Suva City Council staff are celebrating a series of major benefits, including sick leave payouts, a 5 percent salary increase and long-overdue promotions for those who ha

SCC Feature

14 days ago

Know your limit when drinking - Acting COMPOL

Acting Commissioner of Police Juki Fong Chew is urging people visiting nightclubs to know their limits and not to over intoxicate themselves that they do not even know wh

Police New-Years Feature

14 days ago

“Aaj Ki Raat" tops Navtarang's Top 100 Countdown 2024

The captivating track "Aaj Ki Raat" from the movie Stree 2 has been crowned the number one song of 2024 in Navtarang's Top 100 Countdown, earning its place as the most-li

Navtarang

14 days ago

Ministers make urgent call for parents to spend more time with their children

As people welcome the new year, Ministers are calling on parents and guardians to prioritize spending quality time with their children as a proactive measure to fight the

Government New-Years

14 days ago

Missing 10-yr-old boy found dead in Navua River

The body of a 10-year-old boy, who went missing on Sunday, has been found in the Navua River this morning. Police say he was swept away by strong currents while swimm

Missing-Person Police Feature

14 days ago

Oil leakage along Suva Harbour contained

The maritime community residing along the Suva Harbour and the villages of Suvavou, Navukavu, Muaivuso, Waiqanake, and nearby settlements are assured that a team of diver

Oil-Spill Feature

14 days ago

Faith, hope and love: Rabuka’s prayer for Fiji in the New Year

I will not wish you a year without challenges, but I sincerely hope that 2025 will be a year of renewed strength, hope, and confidence to ensure prosperity and unity for

Government Feature

14 days ago

Thousands turn out for FM96 Big Night Out

Thousands turned up and danced into 2025 at the FM96 Big Night Out with Vodafone at Albert Park. The Big Night Out was supported by Kasabias Pte Ltd, Medical Services

FM96-Big-Night-Out

15 days ago

Thousands turn out for FM96 Big Night Out

Thousands turned up and danced into 2025 at the FM96 Big Night Out with Vodafone at Albert Park. The Big Night Out was supported by Kasabias Pte Ltd, Medical Services

FM96-Big-Night-Out

15 days ago

Marama Dina is the #1 song on FM96 Big 96 Countdown for 2024

History has been made on the FM96 Big 96 Countdown with Vodafone as a local song has scooped the number 1 spot for the first time, and that honour goes to Fiji's first al

FM96-Big-Night-Out Feature

15 days ago

Faith, hope and love: Rabuka’s prayer for Fiji in the New Year

I will not wish you a year without challenges, but I sincerely hope that 2025 will be a year of renewed strength, hope, and confidence to ensure prosperity and unity for

Government New-Years

15 days ago

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