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18/04/2025

Police to visit Asian vessel after masked Fijian men attack crew

Police will be visiting the Asian vessel that was attacked by five Fijians in masks on Thursday night. Police say a report has been lodged with them yesterday afternoo

Police Feature

8 days ago

Easter reminds us about the sacrifice and resurrection of Jesus for the good of humanity – NFP Leader

As we enter the Easter long weekend and as Christians all over the world, as well as in Fiji, commemorate the Lord Jesus Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection, we are r

Easter

8 days ago

‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Trailer: Pedro Pascal and Marvel’s first family battle the Silver Surfer

Marvel‘s First Family is back in action in the new trailer for Marvel Studios’ “The Fantastic Four: First Steps.” The four leads are Pedro Pascal as Reed Richa

Entertainment

8 days ago

Heavy rain warning remains

A heavy rain warning remains in force for the Northern Division, Lau, Lomaiviti Group, Kadavu and nearby smaller islands, Eastern half of Viti Levu from Serua/Namosi, Nav

Weather

8 days ago

Tudravu says 81 vehicles yet to be given but Prof. Prasad says budget promises met

Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu says they have 81 vehicles yet to be given to them according to their lease arrangement, however, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister f

Police Feature

8 days ago

81st Annual Andhra Convention begins in King Charles Park, Nadi

With the long Easter weekend upon us, families in the western division can have a wonderful opportunity to immerse themselves in cultural celebrations as the 81st Annual

Religion

8 days ago

Easter is a sacrifice by God and we Police officers should also sacrifice while serving the people - Tudravu

The spirit of Easter is a sacrifice that was made by the Almighty, and I know as Police officers, we can do our utmost best, giving our all in terms of the enforcement of

Easter Police

8 days ago

Dr Peter Maima becomes first male PhD graduate from FNU College of Business, Hospitality and Tourism Studies

It was a proud but bittersweet moment for Dr Peter Maima from Papua New Guinea, as he has just become the first male to graduate with a Doctor of Philosophy from the Coll

FNU

8 days ago

Maguire scores last-minute winner as Man Utd edged Lyon 5-4 in UEFA Europa League

Manchester United dragged their season out of the ashes in quite extraordinary fashion as they scored twice in the final minute of extra time to complete a staggering com

Soccer

8 days ago

24 families in Raiwai PRB flats Block 3 to soon have solar power

Great news for 24 families residing at the Raiwai PRB flats Block 3 as they will soon be equipped with solar mini-grid after the Cabinet endorsed a Tripartite Agreement (

Housing

8 days ago

Ministry steps in to provide for 45 street dwellers

In a show of true Easter spirit, the Ministry for Youth and Sports staff have stepped in to purchase items for the 45 street dwellers for their MYF Lautoka Division Easte

Easter

8 days ago

FLP calls for compassion and relief for the poor this Easter

The Fiji Labour Party is calling on the Government to show greater compassion for struggling Fijians during this Easter. In his Easter message, FLP Leader Mahendra Ch

FLP Easter

8 days ago

Easter Triduum we participate in the suffering, death, but also the resurrection of Jesus - Archbishop

We remember the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, and we should also remember his suffering, trial and death. Leader of the Catholic Church in Fiji Archbishop

Easter

8 days ago

Tanoa Hotel Group and NZ students plant 600 mangroves at Taiperia, Lautoka

To combat the ongoing effects of climate change and the company’s commitment to environmental sustainability, the Tanoa Hotel Group and 16 enthusiastic students, plus 3

Environment

8 days ago

Ovalau family to celebrate Easter reminiscing the hard work and dedication of their late son

The Boleilovoni family will have a celebration this Easter at their home in Lovoni Village, Ovalau, celebrating their late son Joseph Rymell Boleilovoni, achievement afte

FNU

8 days ago

Expect a rainy Easter weekend as a flash flood alert and heavy rain warning in force for Fiji

People need to be prepared for a wet Easter weekend as a flash flood alert is still in force for all low-lying and flash flood-prone areas of Viti Levu and Vanua Levu.

Weather

8 days ago

PM calls for unity and compassion this Easter

In the face of recent challenges, including the devastating floods that have affected many of our communities, the message of Easter takes on a renewed significance. It c

Government Easter Feature

8 days ago

17/04/2025

Flash flood alert for Viti Levu and Vanua Levu

Please be prepared as a flash flood alert is now in force for all low lying and flash flood prone areas of Viti Levu and Vanua Levu. A heavy rain warning remains in fo

Flooding

9 days ago

U.S Ambassador calls out China on trying to undermine its bilateral relationship with Fiji

It's puzzling that any country purporting to be a friend to Fiji would try to publicly undermine Fiji’s bilateral relationship with one of its partners. U.S. Ambassa

USA China

9 days ago

Cabinet endorses agreement with Japan for $27.2M disaster response vessel

The Japanese Government will provide Fiji a grant of about $27.2 million for the procurement of a disaster response multi-purpose vessel. This comes as the Cabinet end

Japan Government

9 days ago

Ministry for Housing launches National Housing Policy 2025–2030

With an aim to improving access to affordable, adequate, and inclusive housing across the country, the Ministry of Housing has officially launched the National Housing Po

Housing

9 days ago

Tadulala’s sleepless nights pay off as he graduates with Master’s by Research in Environmental Science

Easter will be extra special for Malakai Tuinasau Tadulala as his sleepless nights and perseverance paid off when he received his Master's by Research in Environmental Sc

FNU

9 days ago

SCC to open kiosk to help the homeless and revive Suva nightlife

In a bid to make Suva City safer, the City Council is planning to open a kiosk in the market to help homeless people become self-reliant. While responding to questions

SCC Feature

9 days ago

Case against Riyaz and Sagar moves closer to trial with pre-trial conference set for May 20

The case against Fijian Broadcasting Corporation’s former CEO, Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and the company’s Chief Financial Officer, Vimlesh Sagar is closer to getting ready

Court

9 days ago

U.S Embassy donates 14 laptops to Suva Carnegie Library

People can now enjoy improved access to technology after the U.S. Embassy donated 14 laptops and a storage cabinet to the American Corner at the Suva Carnegie Library.

USA

9 days ago

LTA urges people to exercise caution during Easter

The Land Transport Authority is urging all road users to exercise extreme caution and responsibility during the long Easter weekend, as traffic volumes are expected to in

LTA

9 days ago

28-year-old in custody after alleged phone theft in Nasinu

A man has been arrested by Police Officers at Valelevu in relation to an alleged grab-and-run incident in the Nasinu area and will remain in custody as investigation cont

Police

9 days ago

Kishore Kumar avoids jail time again as 1yr 10 months sentence suspended for 5 years in Qereqeretabua case

57-year-old former school teacher, Kishore Kumar will avoid spending time behind bars again as his 1 year 10 months sentence has been suspended for five years in the Leno

Court Feature

9 days ago

Tongan King and Queen to make State Visit in July

An inter-agency task force has been established after Cabinet endorsed the logistics for the State Visit to Fiji by His Majesty King Tupou VI and Her Majesty Queen Nanasi

Regional

9 days ago

Parliament Speaker’s vehicle overturns after accident along Rewa Street

The Speaker of Parliament Filimoni Jitoko’s vehicle has been involved in an accident with a private vehicle along Rewa Street, close to the Sun Fryer restaurant. Pol

Accident

9 days ago

Seruiratu says Easter reminds us to reflect, show compassion and strengthen unity as Fijians

There is so much we can learn from each other when we approach our differences with respect and an open heart. This has been highlighted by Leader of the Opposition, I

Easter

9 days ago

Agni Deo Singh urges employers to honour Easter public holiday pay

People who are working during the Easter public holidays should be compensated for their performance. Minister for Employment, Productivity and Workplace Relations, Ag

Government

9 days ago

Fiji reaffirms commitment to climate action at Green Productivity 2.0 Council in Japan

Fiji, as a vulnerable Pacific Island country deeply feels the impacts of climate change. Chair and Director for the Asian Productivity Organisation, Maritino Nemani, h

Government

9 days ago

Police urge safety this Easter weekend as families plan trips and gatherings

As we head into the Easter long weekend, with many families preparing for road trips, gatherings, sporting events or picnics, Police are urging everyone to prioritise saf

Police

9 days ago

Heavy rain warning in force for the whole of Fiji over Easter

Please stay safe over the Easter holiday as a heavy rain warning is now in force for the whole of Fiji. The Nadi Weather Office says an active trough of low pressure w

Weather

9 days ago

145 women graduate from FNU’s engineering, TVET, NPTC and maritime studies programmes

It is a proud day as 145 women will graduate from the Fiji National University under the College of Engineering and Technical Vocational Education and Training, the Natio

FNU Education Feature

9 days ago

Rayalu warns Agricultural Staff: Rejecting farmers means you are in the wrong department

If a woman or man walks into any Agricultural Office seeking assistance, whether related to agriculture or any other matter connected to your work and you reject them or

Agriculture

9 days ago

309 students graduate from Pacific Polytech

309 students who graduated from Pacific Polytech in Nabua yesterday were reminded that this is the start of a new journey. Minister for Environment Mosese Bulitavu sta

Polytech Education

9 days ago

Get ready for a wet Easter as Heavy Rain Warning for Viti Levu Yasawa, Mamanuca, Kadavu and nearby smaller islands

Get ready for a wet Easter weekend as a Heavy Rain Warning remains in force for Yasawa and Mamanuca Group, Viti Levu, Kadavu and nearby smaller islands. The Nadi Weath

Weather

9 days ago

Easter is a time of realization and renewal- Rev Turagavou

This is a time for us to reflect on where we are and it should be a moment of realization that we are sinners, and need to return to God. President of the Methodist Ch

Methodist-Church Feature

9 days ago

16/04/2025

China-Fiji trade grows to US$534M as Ambassador calls for deeper ties and rejects U.S. economic coercion

As longstanding trade partners, China and Fiji have seen robust growth in economic ties, with bilateral trade reaching US$526 million in 2023 and US$534 million in 2024,

China

10 days ago

Chaudhry calls Tikoduadua’s Middle East trip a waste of taxpayers’ funds

Minister for Home Affairs and Defence Pio Tikoduadua has arrived safely in Israel as part of his six-week visit to the Middle East to meet Fijian peacekeepers, while Fiji

Fiji-Labour-Party Government

10 days ago

93% increase in registered drug cases from Police Operation Sasamaki in March

Police have recorded a 93 percent increase in registered drug cases around the country during their Operation Sasamaki which was launched in March this year. This was

Police Feature

10 days ago

Raniga graduates with honours in front of proud grandparents

It was an emotional moment for 21-year-old Ashaan Raniga from Yalalevu, Ba, as he graduated from the Fiji National University with honours in the presence of his grandpar

Education

10 days ago

2 Police officers under investigation for alleged attempted rape of 17-year-old girl in Savusavu

Two Police officers in Savusavu are now under investigation for the alleged attempted rape of a 17-year-old girl over the weekend. Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tudr

Police Feature

10 days ago

Fiji and NZ strengthen ties amid economic uncertainty

As the Pacific faces new and emerging challenges, the partnership with New Zealand remains crucial for our collective stability and prosperity. The Deputy Prime Minist

Government

10 days ago

Fiji Freemason receives highest Masonic Award

Fijian Ross McDonald has been honoured by the United Grand Lodge of England with the prestigious Grand Master’s award, the Order of Service to Masonry, in recognition o

Freemason

10 days ago

New Fiji Pine station to open in Natewa boosting local development

Good news as the 8th station for Fiji Pine Limited will soon be established in Natewa, Cakaudrove and will boost local development. Fiji Pine Group Executive Chairman,

Development

10 days ago

Natewa Health Centre receives medical supplies and equipment

Good news for the people of Natewa in Cakaudrove as the Natewa Health Centre has received much-needed medical supplies and equipment. Fiji Pine Group's Executive Chair

Health

10 days ago

19% increase in overall crime rate recorded in March

There was a 19 percent increase in the crime rate in March compared to the same period last year. This was confirmed by the Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tudravu duri

Police

10 days ago

Kishore Kumar to be sentenced tomorrow in Qereqeretabua case

Kishore Kumar will be sentenced tomorrow for the Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs, Lenora Qereqeretabua matter after he pleaded guilty to six counts of causing harm

Court Feature

10 days ago

RFMF and Fiji Truth and Reconciliation Commission highlight the path to unity through truth-telling and collaboration

For Fiji to be able to move forward, it needs to have a common belief that transparency, inclusivity, and reconciliation are not signs of weakness but the very foundation

RFMF

10 days ago

FNU celebrates 392 female graduates

Of the 574 students graduating from Fiji National University, 392 are women. This was highlighted by the Coordinator of the Fiji Women's Crisis Centre, Shamima Ali, du

FNU FWCC

10 days ago

Rabuka urges civil servants to recommit and reminds them of the sacrifices they must make

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has reminded civil servants of the sacrifice they are expected to make and is urging them to recommit themselves to their calling of being

Government Feature

10 days ago

Early salary payment processed for civil servants

Good news for civil servants as they can expect to get their salary payments in their accounts by midday today as part of the Easter celebration. Deputy Prime Minister

Civil-Servants Feature

10 days ago

Agriculture Minister proposes $250m budget to improve the sector

To push the agriculture sector to another level, Agriculture Minister, Vatimi Rayalu will be making a $250 million budget submission. Rayalu says they currently ha

Agriculture

10 days ago

Watch Tevita Ikanivere on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan

The show focuses on Ikanivere’s journey, his family, career and how far the Drua has come.You can watch the Straight Talk interview on our facebook page, YouTube channe

Straight-Talk Fijian-Drua

10 days ago

Reliance on connectivity and digital infrastructure means cyber security has never been more important to Fiji - Kamikamica

Our growing reliance on connectivity and digital infrastructure networks for government services, telecommunications, commerce, healthcare, electricity, transport, means

Government

10 days ago

15/04/2025

TC Tam not expected to directly impact Fiji

Category 1 Tropical Cyclone Tam, located to the North of New Caledonia is not expected to directly impact the Fiji Group. The Nadi Weather Office says it continues to

Weather

10 days ago

PRF in close consultation with govt ministries to roll out series of targeted recycling programs

The Pacific Recycling Foundation is currently in close consultation with key government ministries as it continues to work with its partners, aiming to roll out a series

PRF

11 days ago

FNU gold medallist Moiz Chaudhary dedicates his achievement to late father

Father of two, Moiz Chaudhary from Sigatoka, won a gold medal today after graduating with a Postgraduate Diploma in Education from the Fiji National University at the Vod

FNU

11 days ago

Reserving seats for women in Parliament risks being tokenistic - Ketan Lal

Creating special allocation of seats for women in Parliament may appear progressive on the surface, but in reality, it risks being tokenistic—elevating a few selected i

Parliament

11 days ago

Calls made to lower 5% threshold for independent candidates in elections

Calls are being made to lower the 5 percent threshold for independent candidates in the general elections, as it is too high and unfairly equal to that of political parti

Consultation Feature

11 days ago

Dr Eci Tekuru Naisele appointed new Director of Fiji Higher Education Commission

Doctor Eci Tekuru Naisele has been appointed as the new Director of the Fiji Higher Education Commission. While speaking at the event, Minister for Education, Aseri Ra

Education

11 days ago

First journalism and media studies students graduate from UniFiji

The University of Fiji presented its first journalism and media studies graduates to the world last week. UniFiji says all graduates had the benefit of learning their

Uni-Fiji

11 days ago

Gavoka reassures travellers that Fiji is safe as dengue cases rise in some areas

Minister for Tourism Viliame Gavoka has reassured all travellers that Fiji remains a safe destination as Fiji gives the highest priority to the safety and security of our

Dengue-Fever

11 days ago

Trump freezes US$2B in Harvard funding after university rejects demands

The Trump administration has said it is freezing more than US$2 billion (FJ$4.6 billion) in federal funds for Harvard University, hours after the elite college rejected a

World-News

11 days ago

Baby’s head found in Field 4, Lautoka

The head of a newborn baby was found on a road at Field 4 in Lautoka on Sunday morning. Police told fijivillage News that two women were waiting for a taxi when they s

Police Feature

11 days ago

Court raises concern over joint legal representation in Sayed-Khaiyum and Saneem case

Magistrate Yogesh Prasad has ordered the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions to provide a full list of witnesses in former Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum

Court

11 days ago

Tele’a set to join Toyota Verblitz after this year’s Super Rugby Pacific

All Blacks and Blues winger Mark Tele’a is set to sign with Japanese club Toyota Verblitz at the end of this year’s Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific season. The 28-

Super-Rugby-2025

11 days ago

Women in Tech Fiji Chapter launch marks nation’s journey towards greater gender equality - Kiran

The Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Sashi Kiran, acknowledges the launch of the Women in Tech Fiji Chapter, which marks a pivotal moment in the nation

Government

11 days ago

Heavy rain warning for Viti Levu, Yasawa and Mamanuca groups, Kadavu and nearby islands; alert for the rest of Fiji

A heavy rain warning is now force for Viti Levu, Yasawa and Mamanuca Group, Kadavu and nearby smaller islands while a heavy rain alert is now in force for the rest of Fij

Rain

11 days ago

Uciwai families demand water carting trucks after being without running water for a week

More than 10 families in Uciwai, Nadi are demanding the Water Authority of Fiji to provide them with at least water carting trucks if they cannot provide running water as

Water WAF

11 days ago

FNU graduation: You bear the weight of success, hope, and the dreams of yourself and your family – Manumanunitoga

Today you bear the weight of success, hope, dreams and accomplishment of yourself and your families as you graduate. This was shared by the General Secretary of the Fi

FNU

11 days ago

Prof. Prasad says Manumanunitoga is misinformed about teachers’ FNPF while FTA General Secretary blames Finance Ministry’s system change

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad says the Fijian Teachers Association General Secretary Paula Manumanunitoga has a habit of attacking

Teachers FNPF

11 days ago

Kishore Kumar avoids jail time as 12-month sentence is suspended for 3 years in Agni Deo Singh case

57-year-old former school teacher, Kishore Kumar will not be spending time behind bars as his 12 months sentence has been suspended for three years in the Agni Deo Singh

Court Feature

11 days ago

From struggles to success: Mikaele Finau overcomes hardship to graduate from USP

Graduating as the son of a late farmer from Nawamagi Village in Nadroga is a testament to the idea that regardless of your socio-economic background, nationality or where

USP Education

11 days ago

New seawall brings relief and protection to Naivilaca Village

Villagers of Naivilaca in Rewa can now breathe a little easier as a newly built seawall promises to protect their homes, farms, and future from the ongoing threat of coas

Government Waterways

11 days ago

Katy Perry and Gayle King blast off for all-women spaceflight in Jeff Bezo's Blue Origin rocket

Pop star Katy Perry and journalist Gayle King have blasted off into space on a Blue Origin rocket, in the latest wave of space tourism for the rich and famous. The tri

abc-news

11 days ago

Expect traffic as van and bus involved in accident along Reservoir Rd

A van and a bus have been involved in an accident along Reservoir Road in the last hour. The van crashed into a nearby tree while the bus has sustained damages as well

Accident

11 days ago

Tikoduadua to travel alone to visit Fijian peacekeepers, says leadership must match their sacrifice

Minister for Defence and Veteran Affairs Pio Tikoduadua says he will be travelling alone on his upcoming multi-country mission to visit Fijian soldiers serving in peaceke

Government Feature

11 days ago

14/04/2025

Taveuni’s Harshita Lal shines at USP graduation with two gold medals and top award in Physics

It was a moment of pride and emotion for 23-year-old Harshita Lal from Taveuni, as she walked away with two gold medals and multiple academic awards at the University of

Education USP Feature

11 days ago

Navakamocea appointed as Acting PS in the Ministry of iTaukei Affairs

Deputy Secretary Operations in the Ministry of iTaukei Affairs, Culture, Heritage and Arts Jone Navakamocea has been appointed as the Acting Permanent Secretary in the Mi

public

12 days ago

Savusavu Hospital receives physiotherapy equipment worth more than $5,000

Great news as the Savusavu Hospital has received physiotherapy equipment and towels worth more than $5,000, donated by Medical Aid Abroad, New Zealand. In an interview

Health

12 days ago

Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission calls for urgent action against Chat Fiji

The Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission expresses grave concern regarding a recent social media post published on the platform Chat (Fiji), which targets

Human-Rights-Commission

12 days ago

Prof. Prasad assures teachers they will not lose a cent in their FNPF

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad has assured teachers that they will not lose a single cent in their FNPF contributions. While res

Government FNPF Feature

12 days ago

Heavy rain alert in force as wet weather expected this Easter Friday

Expect a rainy Easter Friday as a heavy rain alert is now in force for Viti Levu, Yasawa and Mamanuca Group, Kadavu and nearby smaller islands. The Nadi Weather Office

Weather

12 days ago

Tikoduadua to meet with Fijian contingents stationed in Middle-East as part of official overseas mission

Minister for Defence and Veteran Affairs Pio Tikoduadua will be embarking on an official overseas mission where he will meet with the Republic of Fiji Military Forces sol

Government

12 days ago

FTUC raises alarm over inflow of foreign workers in Fiji

The Fiji Trade Union Congress is concerned about the large number of foreign workers coming into Fiji taking up jobs that could easily be done by locals. FTUC National

FTUC

12 days ago

Over 20 mother-to-child HIV cases recorded in Fiji last year

More than 20 cases of mother-to-child HIV transmission in Fiji were recorded in the country last year. This has been confirmed by Health Ministry’s Head of Family He

HIV Feature

12 days ago

Former VITIFM Content Director Litia Daugunu appointed as a board of trustee of USA Netball

Former VITIFM Content Director, Litia Daugunu has now been appointed as a board of trustee of USA Netball. She has made history as she is the first person with links t

USA Netball

12 days ago

New fishing net and coastal park bring hope to Lavena women and community

Good news to the women of Lavena Village in Taveuni is that the government has handed over a fishing net as part of their commitment to supporting women fishers and stren

Assistance

12 days ago

Transforming Pacific Healthcare: PSH Hospitals’ Bold New Vision

In an era where affordable healthcare often feels out of reach, Pacific Specialist Healthcare (PSH Hospitals) is changing the game. With a steadfast commitment to afforda

Kishore Kumar’s case adjourned to 2.30pm today in alleged online abuse of a Minister

Kishore Kumar’s hearing for the case where he allegedly uttered abusive words towards the Minister for Employment, Productivity and Industrial Relations, Agni Deo Singh

Court

12 days ago

Infrastructure development, health, education and better service delivery will be the focus of the budget – Prof. Prasad

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad says the government’s focus for the upcoming national budget will be continuing to improve infrast

Government Feature Health

12 days ago

Private hospital makes medical tourism call amid NZ visa easing

While New Zealand’s easing of visa laws has been welcomed with open arms by Pacific islanders, the management of Fiji's largest state-of-the-art 130-bed specialty priva

Health

12 days ago

Kishore Kumar’s hearing adjourned to 2.30pm today in alleged online abuse of a Minister

Kishore Kumar’s hearing for the case where he allegedly uttered abusive words towards the Minister for Employment, Productivity and Industrial Relations, Agni Deo Singh

Court

12 days ago

21-year-old man who went missing in Navua River last Friday has been found

The body of the 21-year-old man who went missing in the Navua River last Friday has been found. Police say the body was found yesterday afternoon. They say the man

Police

12 days ago

China urges US to 'completely cancel' tariffs

Chinese officials are calling on US President Donald Trump to "completely cancel" his so-called reciprocal tariffs, as a trade war between the world's two biggest economi

World-News

12 days ago

Dairy farmer gets boost with new boat and engine

61-year-old dairy farmer, Mitieli Tikoduadua of Nukuloa Village in Lutu, Wainibuka grew up carrying milk cans for miles before putting them on bamboo rafts to get to the

Government Agriculture

12 days ago

Ministry to develop guidelines and break the silence around menopause – Dr Pillay

The Ministry of Health will be developing guidelines and training materials for healthcare workers to improve their understanding and response to menopause in women. T

Straight-Talk

12 days ago

Consultation for those willing to contribute, not entire communities – Prof. Prasad

Following concerns about low turnout during consultations, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad says it was not about getting the whole

Government Budget Feature

12 days ago

13/04/2025

Search continues for 21-year-old man swept away by strong currents in Navua on Friday

Police are continuing their search for a 21-year-old man who went missing in the Navua River on Friday. Police say the victim had attempted to swim across the river ne

Missing-Person Police

13 days ago

We must build an environment where our children can grow with purpose and dignity - Rabuka

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka calls on the nation to strengthen our values, nurture respect, and build environments where our children can grow with purpose and dignity.

Palm-Sunday

13 days ago

UniFiji expresses disappointment at higher educational funding discussion at Budget Consultations on Friday

The Vice Chancellor of the University of Fiji, Professor Shaista Shameem has expressed her dismay at the way in which the budget consultations for educational funding end

Consultation

13 days ago

Health, infrastructure and education questions raised during budget consultation

Health, infrastructure and education issues were discussed during the budget consultations held at the Rishikul Sanatan College Hall. Members attending the consultatio

Consultation Budget Feature

13 days ago

Fiji-India relationship strengthens as ICCR marks 75 years

The history of indentured labourers arriving in Fiji over 140 years ago was a defining moment for both our countries, India and Fiji. Deputy Prime Minister and Ministe

Government

13 days ago

Woman scams Facebook users

A woman who scammed Facebook Marketplace users has admitted to taking hundreds of dollars off buyers before ghosting them and failing to hand over goods. 46-year-old T

Scam

13 days ago

Heavy rain may lead to flash flooding of low lying and flood prone areas

People can expect a lot of rain today into tomorrow as a weak trough of low pressure lies slow moving over the Eastern parts of Fiji. The Nadi Weather Office says this

Weather

13 days ago

Lack of essential medical supplies affects surgeries at the cath lab

It is challenging to be completely self-sufficient when operating in Fiji due to ongoing shortages of essential medical supplies — including basic items such as surgica

Health Feature

13 days ago

27-year-old man in custody while search continues for his accomplice in an alleged aggravated robbery in Savusavu

A 27-year-old man is in Police custody while a search is underway for his accomplice for their alleged involvement in an aggravated robbery in Savusavu on Friday night.

Police

13 days ago

Sound equipment worth more than $1,000 stolen from a temple in Rakiraki

A sound equipment worth more than $1,000 was stolen from a temple in Rakiraki yesterday, and the Rakiraki Police are investigating a case of alleged sacrilege. Police

Police

13 days ago

Trump exempts smartphones and computers from new tariffs

US President Donald Trump's administration has exempted smartphones, computers and some other electronic devices from "reciprocal" tariffs, including the 125% levies impo

World-News

13 days ago

Qauia residents call for return to multiple constituency based voting system

Residents of the Qauia Settlement in Lami are calling to return to the multiple constituency based voting system. While speaking during the Electoral Law Reform Consu

Consultation

13 days ago

Accessing vital healthcare services for TB a challenge in remote islands – Dr Turaga

Accessing vital healthcare services for Tuberculosis is a challenge for people living in remote islands. This is the sentiment shared by Ministry of Health Tuberculosi

Health

13 days ago

Palm Sunday brings hope, peace, unity and the importance of love and care for our children

Minister for Education Aseri Radrodro is encouraging children to take this moment to reflect and appreciate the contribution of their families, teachers, and friends to t

Palm-Sunday Education Feature

13 days ago

12/04/2025

Ex-National MP demands visa-free access for Pasifika

Former National MP Anae Arthur Anae has launched a petition demanding a free three-month visitor visa for Pacific people. Anae argues that New Zealand’s current immi

Regional-News

14 days ago

Rabuka’s surprise visit brings hope to Waibasaga Villagers

The long wait for a bridge for the people of Waibasaga Village in the interior of Naitasiri may finally be nearing an end after Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka made a shor

Assistance Government

14 days ago

Sparks fly at National Budget Consultation as Pacific Polytech Chair and USP Vice-Chancellor butt heads

Sparks flew at the National Budget Consultation at USP last night as Pacific Polytech Chairperson Dr Ganesh Chand and USP Vice-Chancellor Professor Pal Ahluwalia butted h

Consultation

14 days ago

DPM Prasad welcomes the easing of NZ visa restrictions

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad has warmly welcomed the recent announcement by the Government of New Zealand to ease visa restrictio

New-Zealand

14 days ago

Ligairi’s family overwhelmed with support for son’s medical treatment

People from all walks of life, locally and internationally, have shown their support towards raising funds for 13-year-old Alexander Ligairi, who is currently admitted to

Donation

14 days ago

Grandmother joins financial training in Nadi

A grandmother and resident of Nawaki in Nadi, Kala Wati, has shown that “learning never ends” after becoming one of the 29 participants in the Practical Bookkeeping a

Assistance

14 days ago

People want constituencies back – Fatiaki agrees it may be possible without changing the 2013 Constitution

Chair of the Electoral Law Reform Commission and former Chief Justice, Daniel Fatiaki, says people attending consultations on the electoral laws have unanimously called f

Consultation

14 days ago

Uni Fiji and Pacific Specialist Healthcare sign MoU for Medical Training and Research

The University of Fiji and the Pacific Specialist Healthcare have signed a far-reaching Memorandum of Understanding which covers support for supervised medical attachment

Uni-Fiji

14 days ago

No fight or brawl at Suva Bus Stand yesterday - Police

Police have clarified that there was no fight or brawl at the Suva Bus Stand as claimed in a video shared widely on social media. Police say their operations team from

Police

14 days ago

1-year-old child and man in his 40s die in horrific head on collision in Seaqaqa

A man and a 1-year-old child lost their lives in a tragic road accident in Seaqaqa last night. The first victim, a man in his late 40s, was driving along the Labasa-Na

Accident

14 days ago

Use funds from sweetened beverages, alcohol and tobacco taxes to combat NCDs in the country- Marawa

The Program Manager for Diabetes Fiji, Kini Marawa, is urging the government to re-direct the funds collected from the taxing of sugar, sweetened beverages, alcohol and t

Consultation

14 days ago

Major change : People from Fiji can be granted a Visitor Visa to be able to visit New Zealand multiple times within a 24-month period

Great news for the people of Fiji and our fellow Pacific islanders as the New Zealand government has announced that from 6th July this year, people from Pacific Islands f

Fiji-Passport Feature

14 days ago

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