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04/09/2024

Malimali still under investigation by FICAC - Puleiwai

Acting Deputy Commissioner of FICAC, Francis Puleiwai says Electoral Commission Chairperson, Barbara Malimali is still under investigation by FICAC although she is coming

Malimali-FICAC Feature

15 days ago

No street lights in Tacirua East raises safety concerns for residents

Tacirua East residents have no street lights in their area and they are raising concerns regarding their safety at night, as everyone who gets off Khalsa Road has to wal

FRA

15 days ago

Why is Malimali appointed as FICAC Commissioner while she is under investigation by FICAC, PM should intervene – Chaudhry

Fiji Labour Party Leader, Mahendra Chaudhry has strongly denounced what he calls the ‘underhanded manner’ in which the appointment of Barbara Malimali as Commissioner

Malimali-FICAC Feature

15 days ago

18 people charged with 28 counts of non-sexual violence offences last month

18 people were charged with a total of 28 counts of non-sexual violence offences in August, including a 55-year-old man, who was charged with an act with intent to cause

DPP Court

15 days ago

Installation of surveillance cameras in communities to tackle drug and theft issues – Miss Ministry for Health

Suva is one of the fastest developing cities in Fiji and to track drug dealers and theft issues, we need Councils to install surveillance cameras in our communities. T

Hibiscus-Festival

15 days ago

Hibiscus contestants treated to lunch at Bar Belle

The 2024 Miss Hibiscus contestants were hosted to lunch at Bar Belle restaurant today as part of their day five community tour. The contestants were treated to differe

Hibiscus-Festival

15 days ago

FICAC investigators uplift documents relating to investigation on Barbara Malimali

The Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption conducted a search yesterday at the Electoral Commission relating to an ongoing investigation against Election Commissi

Malimali-FICAC Feature

15 days ago

Children among 12 dead after boat carrying migrants capsizes

A pregnant woman and several children are among 12 people who died after a boat carrying dozens of migrants capsized off the French coast, in the English Channel. Fren

World-News

15 days ago

US charges Hamas leaders over 7 October attack on Israel

The US has charged Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and several other prominent figures in the Palestinian group in connection with its deadly attack in Israel on 7th October la

World-News

15 days ago

50 secondary schools, including maritime and north, to participate in IQ Active 2024 competition

Fifty secondary schools will be participating in the IQ Active 2024 competition with more than 200 students. This is also the first time the IQ Active competition will

IQ-Active

15 days ago

3 people in custody for meth and marijuana as policing operations heightened

Three people are in police custody for unlawful possession of illicit drugs believed to be marijuana and methamphetamine after spot checks conducted by officers on foot p

Drugs

15 days ago

Majority of FRA workers vote for strike

The employees of Fiji Roads Authority FRA who are members of the Construction Energy and Timber Workers Union of Fiji (CETWUF) have overwhelmingly voted to take possible

FRA Feature

15 days ago

50 percent of grants to be distributed to every school by the end of this week - Radrodro

The remaining 50 percent of the Free Education Grants for term two is expected to be paid out to every school by the end of this week. While speaking to fijivillage N

Education Feature

15 days ago

Be aware of your children’s whereabouts, two reports of missing children received during Hibiscus – ACP Driu

Police are urging parents and guardians to be aware of their children’s whereabouts at all times after two reports of missing children who were later reunited with thei

Police

15 days ago

03/09/2024

Government focuses on the sandalwood trade

$12.3 million dollars was the total proceeds from the sandalwood trade between 2010-2022 as the Government exported a total of 154,172.00 kilograms of sandalwood with the

Parliament Government

16 days ago

Sumit Antil becomes first Indian to defend gold medal at Paralympics 2024

Indian para-athlete Sumit Antil is the first ever male athlete to defend his gold medal in the Paralympics after setting a new Paralympic record of 70.59m in the men’s

Paralympic

16 days ago

Fiji signs Open Sky Agreement with US

Fiji has signed the Open Sky Agreement with the United States after it was approved by the Cabinet. While delivering his ministerial statement in Parliament, Prime Min

Government

16 days ago

22 left homeless after fire destroys 2 houses in Sele Rd Caubati

It’s a sad day today for 22 people who have been left homeless after a fire destroyed two houses in Sele Road in Caubati. The National Fire Authority says an investi

Fire Feature

16 days ago

53 children take part in Hibiscus Baby Show 2024

Miss Hibiscus 2024 has also brought cuddles of joy with 53 babies taking part in the Hibiscus Baby Show today. The criteria was to assess the babies’ physical develo

Hibiscus-Festival

16 days ago

Tikoduadua demands names of untracked drug kingpins from GCC Chairman

Minister for Home Affairs and Immigration, Pio Tikoduadua has called on the Great Council of Chiefs Chairman, Ratu Viliame Seruvakula to provide him the names of those dr

Government

16 days ago

Tabuya and Opposition MPs clash in parliament on whether enough is being done to combat gender based violence

Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Lynda Tabuya says gender based violence is not just the Ministry’s responsibility to deal with as it is a whole of

Parliement Gender-Based -Violence

16 days ago

High number of serious sex offences continue where the victims and the accused are related to one another

12 incidents of serious sex offences reported for last month were cases where the victims and the accused were related to one another. The Office of the Director of Pu

DPP Feature Rape Police

16 days ago

Large number of sign-ups for Starlink from all over the country

Starlink has played a major role in connecting the unconnected to the digital world, with thousands of Fijians around the country placing their orders for a Starlink Kit.

Telecom-Fiji Starlink

16 days ago

Pacific Islands Forum says error to blame for Taiwan reference in communique that angered China

The Pacific's top regional body has denied that it buckled to pressure from China by deleting a line referring to Taiwan in a communique issued by regional leaders late l

abc-news

16 days ago

Fallen tree causes power disruption in the Central Division

A fallen tree on the 132,000 Volts Transmission Energy Fiji Limited Line from Wailoa Power Station to Cunningham Road Zone Substation in Suva has caused power disruptions

EFL Feature

16 days ago

Govt officials need to be mindful of not wasting taxpayer funds - Prof. Prasad

The Coalition Government is making sure that Ministries and government officials are mindful of ensuring that they do not waste taxpayer funds on unnecessary things. W

Government

16 days ago

Aitken Spence Plantations explore agriculture opportunities in Fiji

A team from Aitken Spence PLC, a prominent Sri Lankan conglomerate, through its subsidiary Elpitiya Plantations’ is exploring potential business ventures within the agr

Investment-Fiji Feature

16 days ago

Turnbuckle broke for the amusement ride

The National Occupational Health and Safety Service of the Employment Ministry is conducting a preliminary OHS investigation over the recent amusement ride incident that

Hibiscus-Festival

16 days ago

Let there be light : 260 villagers in Naitasiri equipped with 45 solar lights

260 residents in a village in Naitasiri have better lights after the installation of 45 solar street lights improving safety and supporting early morning activities by th

Community Feature

16 days ago

27-year-old man in custody for school robbery

A 27-year-old man is in custody for his alleged involvement in an aggravated robbery at a secondary school in Lautoka yesterday. Assistant Commissioner of Police – O

Police

16 days ago

Kavala community urges Govt to fix their health centre

The people of Kavala in the island of Kadavu are calling on the government to fix serious problems at their health centre as they are concerned about outdated infrastruct

Health

16 days ago

Bail extended for Sayed-Khaiyum and Dr Sharma in Health Ministry tender case

Bail has been extended for former Health Minister Doctor Neil Sharma and former Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum in relation to the Health Ministry tender case. Fo

Court Feature

16 days ago

Progress into investigations regarding alleged drug kingpin yet to be revealed

Police are yet to reveal any progress in relation to the 29-year-old man held for questioning who is believed to be a key player in the local illicit drug trade. He wa

Drugs Police

16 days ago

Netanyahu not doing enough to free Gaza hostages - Biden

Joe Biden has says Benjamin Netanyahu is not doing enough to secure a hostage deal and ceasefire with Hamas, amid reports suggesting a new proposal would be sent to the I

World-News

16 days ago

02/09/2024

Immunity issue can be brought into the Constitutional Review process if needed - Rabuka

Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka says questions raised in news reports about the implications of the immunity provisions of the 2013 Constitution based on the work of the

Government

17 days ago

Miss Universe Fiji licensee terminates contract organiser for the 2024 Fiji Miss Universe

The Miss Universe Fiji licensee has terminated the contract organiser for the 2024 Fiji Miss Universe held over the weekend, after they failed to follow protocol, and cau

Miss-Universe-Fiji Feature

17 days ago

Prof. Prasad supports PM Rabuka’s comment about toning down on kalavata

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad supports Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka’s call to government officials not to have kalavata (matc

Parliament

17 days ago

Coalition Govt to reduce budget on kalavata and big feast - PM

The Coalition Government is reducing its budget on things like kalavata (matching traditional outfits) and big feasts that are usually organised by government officials a

Parliament Government

17 days ago

Kamikamica confirms Fiji's commitment to PACER Plus

Fiji remains strategically focused on leveraging the Pacific Agreement on Closer Economic Relations to boost economic growth in the country. Deputy Prime Minister and

Parliament

17 days ago

Personal Property Security Registry recorded over 120,000 notices by more than 120 clients – Prof Prasad

The Personal Property Security Registry that is managed by the Reserve Bank of Fiji has recorded over 120,000 notices filed by more than 120 clients, including banks, cre

Business

17 days ago

SCC conducts investigation into amusement ride malfunction

The Suva City Council is conducting its own internal investigation into the amusement ride malfunction at the Miss Hibiscus Festival and routine maintenance and safety in

SCC Hibiscus-Festival Feature

17 days ago

Fiji's position on the global stage is friends to all, enemy to none - Rabuka

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says his primary goal is to restore Fiji's position on the global stage as friends to all and enemy to none. While updating Parliament t

Parliament

17 days ago

Death penalty will not solve the drug issues in Fiji - PM Rabuka

Bringing back the death penalty will not solve the drug issues in Fiji. Those were the words of Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka while speaking to fijivillage News in Pa

Parliament Government

17 days ago

580 primary school teacher positions vacant, Ministry of Education fills gaps with secondary school graduates - Radrodro

The Ministry of Education has introduced secondary school graduates to teach at the primary level in response to 580 vacant primary school teacher positions while new tea

Education Feature

17 days ago

Nadine Roberts is Miss Universe Fiji

A controversial decision by judges on the night incorrectly awarded the wrong winner at the Miss Universe Fiji Gala Top Ten finalists Event held at the Pearl Resort, that

Miss-Universe-Fiji

17 days ago

Russia says it downed more than 150 drones in one of the biggest Ukrainian aerial attacks of the war

Russian air defences have intercepted and destroyed 158 Ukrainian drones overnight, including two over Moscow and nine over the surrounding region, according to Russia's

abc-news

17 days ago

8 Police Officers graduate from Child Specialist Interview Training

Eight Fiji Police officers are the first to successfully graduate from the Child Specialist Interview Training facilitated by the New Zealand Police under the Fiji Police

Police

17 days ago

Case to answer for former WAF Engineer

The Suva Magistrates Court has ruled that a former Senior Engineer, Mohammed Shafraaz Ali with the Water Authority of Fiji has a case to answer for corruption-related cha

Court

17 days ago

The man believed to be a key player in the local illicit drug trade arrested in Lautoka

A 29-year-old man who is believed to be a key player in the local illicit drug trade, has been arrested at his home in Lautoka after being allegedly found with white crys

Police Feature

17 days ago

01/09/2024

Chaudhry calls on RFMF to operate within Truth and Reconciliation National Process

Fiji Labour Party Leader and former Prime Minister, Mahendra Chaudhry is concerned about RFMF Commander, Major General Ro Jone Kalouniwai’s comments on the reintegratio

FLP RFMF Feature

18 days ago

Our internal reconciliation efforts will continue in parallel with National Reconciliation Commission process - Commander

Given the peculiar nature of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces and its internal dynamics and organizational structure, we sincerely believe that a united front within

RFMF Feature

18 days ago

Hibiscus Queen contestants hosted to lunch by Zam Zam Restaurant

The 2024 Miss Hibiscus contestants were hosted to lunch by Zam Zam Restaurant today in Samabula as part of their day 2 community tour. The 9 contestants enjoyed the va

Hibiscus-Festival

18 days ago

We will complete our reconciliation process first - Army Commander

The Commander of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, Major General Ro Jone Kalouniwai says the RFMF has been invited to be part of the Coalition Government’s national

RFMF Feature

18 days ago

KOICA and Ministry of Health to open new National Rehabilitation Centre soon

The Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) in collaboration with the Ministry of Health will be opening the new National Rehabilitation Centre as part of their o

Government Feature

18 days ago

Tavatavanawai shines in Tasman Makos’ 34-15 win over Bay of Plenty

Fiji-born Highlanders winger Timoci Tavatavanawai played an instrumental role in helping the Tasman Makos claim a 34-15 win over Bay of Plenty in round 4 of the Bunnings

Rugby-Union

18 days ago

I want my son to know me as a rugby player while I still am – Henry Speight

As we celebrate Father’s Day today, one thing that former Wallabies winger and Fiji-born rugby player Henry Speight longs for is for his son to know him as a rugby play

Father's-Day

18 days ago

Taniela Rainibogi and Miriama Taletawa of Weightlifting Fiji named Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year 2023

Fiji’s weightlifters, Taniela Rainibogi and Miriama Taletawa were awarded the Fiji Sports Council 2023 Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year respectively during the Fij

Weightlifting

18 days ago

Rabuka did not wear Sports Awards kalavata, and urges cabinet to avoid wearing matching outfits

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says he is encouraging his cabinet ministers to avoid wearing kalavata (matching traditional outfits) at various events while people are su

Government Feature

18 days ago

This year’s Hibiscus Festival focuses on highlighting our rich culture and heritage – President Katonivere

This year’s Hibiscus Festival will focus on highlighting our rich cultural heritage and while one contestant will wear the crown and represent our nation on the regiona

Hibiscus-Festival

18 days ago

31/08/2024

New bus fare structure to take effect from today

The new bus fare structure announced earlier this month, will take effect from today. Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission (FCCC) CEO Joel Abraham explained that

Buses FCCC

19 days ago

Unleaded fuel, premix and gas prices to increase while kerosene and diesel to decrease from today

The prices of unleaded fuel, premix and gas will go up while kerosene and diesel will decrease from today. The price of unleaded fuel increases by 3 cents from $2.87 t

Fuel-Prices Feature

19 days ago

US military in Iraq kills 15 Islamic State operatives

The US Military forces in Iraq have killed 15 Islamic State "operatives" in a joint operation with Iraqi Security Forces that targeted the militant group's leadership.

World-News

19 days ago

Fiji-Australia and ABC joint forum plays a vital role in economic cooperation - Qereqeretabua

The Fiji-Australia and Australia Business Councils Joint Forum plays a vital role in advancing economic cooperation through initiating innovative strategies and solutions

Government

19 days ago

Korea continues support for Fiji in development priorities

Korea has reaffirmed its continuous support for Fiji’s development priorities by enhancing cooperation in key sectors, including healthcare, renewable energy, fisheries

Government

19 days ago

Pooja and prayer can also be done at home but the joy of light devotion is a special power – Prof Prasad

Pooja and prayer can also be done at home but the joy of light devotion is a special power and the feeling that is there, when we are with the Acharis in a hypnotic way w

Religion

19 days ago

Members of our vulnerable communities have become victims in their own homes – SSP Vaisewa

It is unfortunate that members of our vulnerable communities have become victims in their own homes. This was highlighted by the Divisional Police Commander West Senio

Police Feature

19 days ago

Fiji launches Human Rights Task Force to strengthen National framework

Fiji’s National Mechanism for Implementation, Reporting, and Follow-up (NMIRF) was launched by the Attorney-General Graham Leung marking a significant milestone in the

Government

19 days ago

Vunidawa residents raise concerns regarding access to clean drinking water, illicit drugs and road conditions

Residents living in Vunidawa have raised concerns regarding several issues including access to clean drinking water, rural roads, drainage, road conditions, farm theft, s

Water Government

19 days ago

Police warns public not to point laser lights at aircraft

The Fiji Police Force is warning members of the public not to point laser lights at aircraft, as it puts the lives of all those on board at risk. Assistant Commissione

Police

19 days ago

Parents need to get comfortable in talking about issues that are often considered taboo – ACP Waqa

The Fiji Police Force is calling on parents and guardians to get comfortable in talking about issues that are often considered taboo, as children need to hear important i

Police Feature

19 days ago

LTA to launch National Road Safety Week at the Miss Hibiscus Festival

The Land Transport Authority in collaboration with the Fiji Police Force and other key partners is launching the National Road Safety Week next Monday at the Miss Hibiscu

Hibiscus-Festival LTA

19 days ago

30/08/2024

Randall Kamea’s transition from professional rugby to top chef

Participating in the third season of the Pacific Island Food Revolution was a turning point and saving grace for former Fiji 7s winger and former Marist Brothers High Sch

Business

20 days ago

100 teachers left our shores two months ago to join other professions - Muniappa Goundar

100 teachers left our shores two months ago to join other professions. Fiji Teachers Union General Secretary, Muniappa Goundar says this includes teachers from Early C

FTU

20 days ago

It is very hard to forget what you have been through during the coups – Ali

Fiji Women's Crisis Centre Coordinator, Shamima Ali says it is very hard for her to forget and talk without emotions being expressed on how Fiji's coups of 1987, 2000 an

FWCC

20 days ago

Survivor of four coups : Krishna Dutt calls for Truth and Reconciliation Commission to heal Fiji's wounds

Retired educator, Krishna Dutt who is a survivor of all four coups in Fiji says the Truth and Reconciliation Commission is seen as a vital step toward healing the nation'

Government

20 days ago

Fiji has not sought any help from China to assist in battle against hard drugs - Ambassador Jian

Fiji has not asked for any help from the Chinese Government regarding assistance needed to battle the ongoing problem of drugs in the country according to the Chinese Am

China Feature

20 days ago

Susan Kiran appointed as the new Permanent Secretary for Information

Current Secretary to Cabinet Susan Kiran has been appointed as the new Permanent Secretary for Information today. The appointment was announced by the Public Service C

Government

20 days ago

Police urging all Fijians to prioritise their safety and security this busy weekend

Fiji Police Force is calling on all Fijians to prioritise their safety and security as we head into a busy weekend. Assistant Commissioner of Police – Operations, Li

Police

20 days ago

China ready to assist Fiji in agriculture, tourism, aquaculture, education and fight against drugs

The People’s Republic of China is ready to assist Fiji in agriculture, tourism, aquaculture, education and the fight against drugs. While speaking in a conference in

China Feature

20 days ago

Naleba and Naqere Youth Training Centres cadets urged to uphold the values of discipline

Students of Naleba and Naqere Youth Training Centres were urged to uphold the values of discipline, integrity, and service as they embark on their future endeavours, emph

Education

20 days ago

Fiji launches national early childhood development policy

The Fiji Government has introduced the country’s first-ever National Early Childhood Development Policy which focuses on improving the health, safety, and education of

Children Education

20 days ago

USP reaffirms key role in social and economic transformation of Blue Pacific Strategy

Leaders at the 53rd Pacific Islands Forum meeting in Tonga were assured of The University of the South Pacific’s (USP) leading role in the social and economic transform

USP

20 days ago

More community outreach is required in rural areas regarding domestic violence – Miss Sigatoka River Safari

More community outreach is required especially in the rural areas where women do not know where safe homes are located and which hotlines to call to report domestic viole

Hibiscus-Festival Feature

20 days ago

PM says Methodist Church GS should write to him if there is a resolution against Tabuya’s comments

Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka says the General Secretary of the Methodist Church of Fiji should write to him if the church has a resolution that they are against Minis

Government Feature

20 days ago

29/08/2024

Commission should not shy away from holding those responsible to account - Ali

Fiji Women's Crisis Centre Coordinator, Shamima Ali has raised critical questions about the people involved in the coups in Fiji, and still holding positions of power tod

Government

21 days ago

Tabuya and Kamikamica co-chair the first National Taskforce to address porn

Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Lynda Tabuya has co-chaired the first National Taskforce to address pornography in Fiji with Acting Prime Minister and

Pornography-issue-Fiji-Indepth Feature

21 days ago

1 case of romance scam involving $500,000 before court

Police say they have several cases with them that are before the courts in regards to romance scams where the victims have given upto at least $500,000 in one case. In

Scam Police

21 days ago

2nd group of Miss Hibiscus contestants to appear on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan at 7 tonight

The second group of Miss Hibiscus 2024 contestants will appear on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan at 7 tonight. They are Miss Moutai Ciara Lee; Miss Tents

Straight-Talk

21 days ago

80% of Early Childhood Education teachers apply to leave Fiji due to low pay - Manumanunitoga

About 80% of Early Childhood Education teachers have lodged their applications to go overseas. This has been highlighted by the General Secretary of the Fijian Teacher

Teachers Feature

21 days ago

Professor Shameem says Reconciliation starts with truth, who is getting compensation and who is paying them

Constitutional lawyer and human rights advocate, Professor Shaista Shameem has stated to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Steering Committee that reconciliation st

Human-Rights Feature

21 days ago

CFL is the only broadcast media in Fiji that has its own broadcast network – Parkinson

Communications Fiji Limited, the parent company of FM96, LegendFM, VitiFM, Navtarang, Radio Sargam and fijivillage, is the only organization in Fiji that maintains an ind

CFL Feature

21 days ago

Residents raise concerns about rubbish being scattered along Khalsa Rd

Concerns have been raised by residents of Khalsa Road about rubbish being scattered on the roadside and the big yellow bins not being collected by contractors when it is

Rubbish

21 days ago

Sai Sanjeevani Heart Hospital conducts screening on 118 children in Levuka

The Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Heart Hospital conducted a three-day free heart screening for 118 children in Levuka in which the hospital says this initiative aims to id

Health

21 days ago

Pacific Island Food Revolution Cook Book launched to combat NCD in Fiji

The Pacific Island Food Revolution Cook Book was launched in collaboration with the Asia Foundation with a simple realization that over the course of a generation, there

Food

21 days ago

Miss Hibiscus Festival contestants urging people to have civic pride

Miss Hibiscus Festival 2024 contestants are urging people to have civic pride and not to litter our beautiful environment, keeping it bright and clean. This was highli

Hibiscus-Festival

21 days ago

Young people should avoid drugs and respect their parents - Reverend Reuben

It is so sad that children do not have respect for their parents, as they do not realise that their mother carried them in their womb for nine months. The Divisional S

Methodist-Church Feature

21 days ago

$22.3 million investment set to empower Fiji’s youngest learners - Kuruleca

Early Childhood Education students in Fiji are set to benefit from a $22.3 million investment for the 2024-2025 financial year which underscores the government’s commit

Education

21 days ago

More than 600 marijuana plants seized, 3 men arrested in Rakiraki

More than 600 plants believed to be marijuana have been seized during a recent police raid on a farm in the interior of Nalawa, Rakiraki. Assistant Commissioner of Pol

Police Drugs Feature

21 days ago

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