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21/01/2025

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for heavy rain in force for Suva, Lami, Namosi, Sigatoka, Bua and Macuata

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning for heavy rain is now in force for the southern parts of Viti Levu (Lami to Suva, the interior of Serua-Namosi, Sigatoka-Coral Coast, and in

Weather

8 days ago

Pryde granted leave with full pay

Chairperson of the Judicial Services Commission, Chief Justice Salesi Temo confirms that Director of Public Prosecutions, Christopher Pryde has been granted leave with fu

DPP

8 days ago

Dr Korovavala becomes PS at PM’s Office, Dr Taga moves to PS Foreign Affairs post and Lesuma is Acting PS Policing

Permanent Secretary for the Office of the Prime Minister, Dr Raijeli Taga will be the new Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs effective from February 3rd, 2025 while

Government

8 days ago

Employers question $200,000 fine for workplace sexual harassment

Employers are questioning why an organisation could be fined up to $200,000 for sexual harassment occurring on its premises, according to a proposed amendment to the Empl

Employment

8 days ago

National Anti-Litter Campaign launched to control littering issue

The National Anti-Litter Campaign has been launched to control the littering in Fiji so that people start caring for the environment. Permanent Secretary for Environme

Environment

8 days ago

Govt needs to address all this going back and forth regarding the ODPP – Seruiratu

Leader of Opposition Inia Seruiratu says all this going back and forth with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is not good for the country, and the governm

DPP Feature

8 days ago

New e-ticketing system meets legal standards and no fines for not having receipts – LTA CEO

Following concerns raised about the new e-ticketing machines that does not give a physical copy of the receipt are now being used in buses, the Land Transport Authority s

eTransport Feature

8 days ago

PRF joins with Pacific Energy to tackle environmental challenges

To improve the waste management system, the Pacific Recycling Foundation has signed a three-year partnership with Pacific Energy to support key programs designed to empow

Waste-Recyclers-Fiji

8 days ago

Joy Livia’s journey of loss and perseverance

Life is often coloured by trials and achievements that reflect one’s strength, faith and perseverance. At just 18 years old, Joy Livia Susan Tinairaniunawa has faced so

Trump signs slew of executive actions after being sworn in

Donald Trump has signed a series of executive actions, including one revoking 78 of Joe Biden’s presidential actions, hours after officially becoming the 47th president

World-News

8 days ago

UniFiji formally lodges complaint with Online Safety Commission regarding personal and racist attacks

The University of Fiji has lodged a complaint against individuals from an educational institution disseminating false information designed to discredit the University of

Uni-Fiji

8 days ago

Macroeconomics of Climate Change Course will strengthen our policy-making and decision-making – Prof Prasad

As we stand on the frontline of climate change, we face unprecedented challenges that test our resilience, adaptability, and strategic vision. This was highlighted by

Economy

8 days ago

Calls made to reinstate paternity leave and expand family care leave to primary caregivers

Calls are being made to reinstate paternity leave and to remove the restriction of family care leave to immediate family members only. While proposing the reinstatemen

Employment Feature

8 days ago

No automatic progression policy in education system - Manumanunitoga

The automatic progression for students in the education system is not a policy. This has been highlighted by the General Secretary of the Fijian Teachers Association,

FTU Feature

8 days ago

Oceania Hospital launches leadership program to address losing clinicians to migration

In a bid to address the issue of losing clinicians to migration, the Oceania Hospital Pte Ltd has launched the Management Cadet Program, aimed at nurturing future leaders

Hospital

8 days ago

Some members of the Group of 16 approached me, I won’t reveal the names as he may kick them out - PM

Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka has revealed that some members of the Group of 16 led by Opposition Leader, Inia Seruiratu had earlier approached him to join the cabinet

Government Feature

8 days ago

Trump sworn in as 47th president

Donald Trump has been sworn in by Chief Justice John Roberts as the 47th president of the United States, marking a political comeback after being convicted of felonies.

World-News

8 days ago

Police Band visits areas around Nakasi

The Fiji Police Band brought smiles to the faces of people living around the Nakasi area as part of their ongoing Community Policing efforts. Divisional Manager for Co

Police

8 days ago

Higher Education Commission opens office in Labasa

People in the Northern Division will now have easier access to quality education after the opening of the Higher Education Commission Fiji office in Labasa. Prime Mini

Education Government

8 days ago

20/01/2025

Police seek public help to identify deceased man found in Nadi

Police are seeking help from the public to identify an unknown Indo-Fijian male who was found dead in Nasau, Nadi, last Saturday. Police say the man is believed to be

Police

9 days ago

No causalities in the bus fire incident on Bau Landing Road today

No causalities were reported in the bus fire incident which occurred near the Bau Landing Road earlier this morning. This has been confirmed to fijivillage News by the

Fire

9 days ago

ERA will impact investment due to huge fines – Commerce and Employers Federation CEO

Investment in the country will be affected if amendments to the current Employment Relations Act come into effect as there are huge fines and the breaches would be crimin

FCEF

9 days ago

Bainimarama and Sayed-Khaiyum not part of our proposed new party - Seruiratu

Leader of the Opposition, Inia Seruiratu says former FijiFirst Leader, Voreqe Bainimarama and former General Secretary Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum will not be involved in their p

Politics

9 days ago

Special Police Constable McKay appears in court for alleged possession of over 40kg of marijuana

Special Police Constable, William McKay who was allegedly found in possession of 40.07 kilograms of marijuana at his Raiwaqa home, has been released on $1,000 bail. 6,

Drugs Police Feature

9 days ago

Minister assures ongoing dialogue on Employment Bills as consultation deadline closes

Minister for Employment, Agni Deo Singh says the Ministry would love to continue working and engaging in dialogue with the Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation to devel

Government

9 days ago

Joseph Kirite from Kiribati moves to Fiji to expand his music career after releasing 10 albums

18-year-old Joseph Taake Kirite from Kiribati who put his name on the music stage back at home after being part of the music production named Ocean Island, has moved to F

Music

9 days ago

Seruiratu announces proposed party to contest next year's general elections

Leader of the Opposition Inia Seruiratu has today announced their intention to form a new party to contest next year’s general elections, and also present at the announ

Politics Feature

9 days ago

Bus on fire near Bau Landing Rd

A Nasese bus caught fire near Bau Landing Road this morning. This was confirmed to fijivillage News by the Nausori Fire Station. We contacted Nasese Bus Limited how

Fire

9 days ago

Three released hostages back in Israel after being freed in Gaza ceasefire

Israel says three hostages - who had been held by Hamas in Gaza for 15 months - are back in Israeli territory. The hostages were released by Hamas to the Red Cross in

World-News

9 days ago

UniFiji seeks legal clarity from Online Safety Comm after an attack on Prof. Shameem and the University

The University of Fiji has sought legislative clarity from the Online Safety Commission after the Vice Chancellor, Professor Shaista Shameem and the University were targe

Uni-Fiji Education Feature

9 days ago

TikTok is coming back online after Trump pledged to restore it

Around 12 hours after shutting itself down in the United States, TikTok is back for many users almost like it never left, attributing its return to a move by President-el

TikTok

9 days ago

12-year-old utilises 4 weeks to take up basic computer course

With the school break almost at an end, Jone Rabelo Nadola Delai is thankful that he utilised four of those weeks attending a program offered by Polytech called Basic in

Education

9 days ago

19/01/2025

Man found dead in Naodamu, Labasa this morning

A man was found dead this morning on an empty residential lot in Naodamu, Labasa and Police are currently at the scene, investigating the situation. In an interview wi

Police

10 days ago

Sacrifices paid off for Singh as she scored 389/400 in FY12CE

Making some sacrifices has paid off for Rishikul Sanatan College student Jessica Singh after she scored 389 out of 400 in the Fiji Year 12 Certificate Examination last ye

Education

10 days ago

Discussions underway for the implementation of the Child Protection and Child Justice Act

Discussions are underway between the Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection and UNICEF on the implementation of the Child Protection and Child Justice Act in a

Children Women UNICEF

10 days ago

60 MBBS and 20 Pilot training scholarships allocated for 2025

For the academic year 2025, there will be 60 MBBS and 20 commercial pilot training scholarships available. However, receiving an offer letter from universities or flyi

TSLS

10 days ago

Man arrested for drug possession after arriving on shipping vessel

A 31-year-old unemployed man from Kinoya has been arrested for the unlawful possession of illicit drugs after arriving on a shipping vessel from a maritime island. Pol

Drugs Police

10 days ago

Pryde delays his arrival to Fiji and prepares to respond to new allegations

Director of Public Prosecutions, Christopher Pryde has revealed that Acting DPP, Nancy Tikoisuva has specifically requested Chief Justice Salesi Temo to suspend Pryde and

DPP Feature

10 days ago

Selected Suva shops to extend opening hours today for last-minute back-to-school shopping

Families around Suva can now avoid rushing to do last-minute back-to-school shopping tomorrow as selected shops around Suva will be extending their opening hours today to

Education

10 days ago

Water supply restored in some areas after valve installation work in Nasinu

Some areas affected by the Nasinu Area Bulk Line Rectification Works have started receiving water supply, while the remaining areas are expected to have water restored by

Water

10 days ago

Transport issues raised by healthcare workers in the rural Western Division with the Health Minister

Nurses and healthcare workers in the rural Western Division have raised concerns with the Minister of Health and Medical Services Dr Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu about transpor

Government Health

10 days ago

TLTB surrenders Toko land’s 999-year lease

The iTaukei Land Trust Board has surrendered the land known as "Toko" in the district of Tavua after being a lease for a term of 999 years from 15th November 1907 having

Land TLTB

10 days ago

Police officer charged with possession of marijuana to appear in Suva court tomorrow

A police officer who was found with 6037 branches of dried leaves believed to be marijuana at his home is charged with one count of unlawful possession of illicit drugs a

Police

10 days ago

18/01/2025

Satish Narain creates history as first Fijian commentator at HSBC SVNS in Perth

Sports commentator, Satish Narain says he is over the moon to become the first Fijian to be the lead commentator at next weekend’s HSBC SVNS in Perth, Australia. Spe

HSBC-7S

11 days ago

Students intending to become teachers need to undergo interviews with MOE : TSLS CEO

Students intending to become teachers, now need to undergo interviews with the Ministry of Education. This was highlighted by Tertiary Scholarships and Loans Service C

TSLS Feature

11 days ago

Road works begin on Gau and Koro islands to improve connectivity and infrastructure

Major road works planned for the islands of Gau and Koro began earlier this week, aiming to improve infrastructure and connectivity for villagers. In December last yea

Roads

11 days ago

Usamate questions ERA provisions on worker contracts and equal pay

Opposition MP Jone Usamate has raised questions about provisions in the Employment Relations Act regarding workers' contracts, asking whether the principle of "equal pay

ERA

11 days ago

Sole breadwinner mother of six thankful for govt’s $200 back-to-school help

Being the sole breadwinner in her family after the passing of her husband last year has not been easy for Ulamila Buto Vosa, especially when preparing her children for th

Education

11 days ago

More than 100 people killed by Israeli Airstrike in Gaza following ceasefire announcement

More than 100 people have been killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza following the announcement of a ceasefire and hostage release deal earlier this week, according to a tall

World-News

11 days ago

TSLS partners with FCEF to offer $10,000 grants for graduate entrepreneurs

Exciting news for graduates who want to start their own businesses instead of looking for jobs after graduation, as the government and TSLS have introduced a new $10,000

TSLS FCEF

11 days ago

Ministry of Environment implements stricter regulations to combat Fiji's growing litter crisis

As Fiji grapples with a rise in littering, the Ministry for Environment is working to protect the Nation’s ecosystems by implementing stricter regulations, promoting co

Environment Feature

11 days ago

SPBD launches new office to boost women’s economic empowerment

The launch of the new South Pacific Business Development headquarters will boost women’s economic empowerment in the business sector. The headquarters has been opene

SPBD Business

11 days ago

17/01/2025

UniFiji and local govts launch nationwide ‘Recreational Reading in the Park’ campaign

In a bold move to encourage Fijians to take up reading for enjoyment, the University of Fiji and local governments are collaborating on a nation-wide campaign in town and

Uni-Fiji Education

12 days ago

Courts 2025 demolition sale: A new year’s transformation begins

Suva came alive today with excitement as Courts, Sportsworld and Cybercity launched the 2025 Demolition Sale. Speaking at the launch, Courts Head of Business Developme

Business

12 days ago

$200 back-to-school support for Year 13 students announced by Ministry for Finance

Exciting news for students who have passed their Fiji Year 12 Certificate Examination after the Ministry of Finance confirmed that they will provide a $200 Back to School

Education

12 days ago

School heads sleeping on the job during school hours - Manumanunitoga

Reports coming from school is that some school heads are sleeping in their offices during school hours. Fijian Teachers Association General Secretary, Paula Manumanuni

Education

12 days ago

FTU calls for Teacher Protection Policy as teachers are getting assaulted

A call is being made to develop and implement a Teacher Protection Policy as parents and guardians are taking the law into their own hands and are assaulting teachers.

FTU

12 days ago

Chinese Ambassador raises serious security concerns regarding 6 storey building next to embassy in Suva

China has raised serious security concerns after the construction of a six storey apartment called The Grand, right next to the Embassy of the People’s Republic of Chin

China Feature

12 days ago

Jessie eager to begin studies at USP

Jessie Lewamoqe Kubu is eager to begin Semester 1 studies at The University of the South Pacific (USP) after registering for her units at a USP roadshow booth last Saturd

Gaps in ERA relating to women's issues must be addressed - Anthony

Fiji Trades Union Congress National Secretary, Felix Anthony says the proposed amendments to the Employment Relations Act is long overdue and he approves to most of it bu

FTU

12 days ago

Adi Tulia Nacola’s Bubu Belo premieres in Suva

Founder of The Bure Production, Adi Tulia Nacola, celebrated a major milestone with the launch of her first 25-minute short film, Bubu Belo, at the Film Fiji office in Su

Entertainment Feature

12 days ago

Labasa College celebrates 100% pass rate in Year 12 exams, credits focused strategies and team effort

Despite criticism from many who claim that playing soccer negatively impacts academic performance, the students of Labasa College have achieved a 100 percent pass rate in

Education Feature

12 days ago

20% more interest in Scholarships this year compared to last year – TSLS CEO

The Tertiary Scholarships and Loan Service Board has identified that there is 20 percent more interest this year compared to the previous year. TSLS CEO Hasmukh Lal sa

TSLB

12 days ago

Bolaca and Ikanikoda help BLK Lavidi Brothers secure QF spot in Coral Coast 7s

Former Fiji Airways Men’s National 7s reps Napolioni Bolaca and Livai Ikanikoda have helped the BLK Lavidi Brothers defeat Bula Bay 7s 29-17 in their third pool match a

Coral-Coast-7s

12 days ago

Public frustration grows over malfunctioning Vodafone e-ticketing machines

Members of the public have raised concerns about the new Vodafone e-ticketing machines, which are reportedly malfunctioning and causing frustration among passengers. A

Vodafone Business

12 days ago

6,037 branches of dried leaves believed to be marijuana found at Police Special Constable’s home in Raiwaqa

6,037 branches of dried leaves believed to be marijuana has been found at a Police Special Constable’s home in Raiwaqa. The raid was conducted at Tamasua Street, off

Police Drugs

12 days ago

Wainimakutu Secondary achieves 100% pass rate in Year 12 despite English language challenges

The lack of fluent English speaking skills among Year 12 students at Wainimakutu Secondary School in Namosi did not stop them from achieving a 100 percent pass rate in la

Education Feature

12 days ago

First ever quadruple graft heart bypass surgery carried out at Nadi’s Pacific Specialist Healthcare Hospital

The first ever quadruple graft heart bypass surgery without a single drop of blood transfusion because of the patient's religious beliefs has been carried out at Nadi’s

Health Feature

12 days ago

We support the repeat policy – Manumanunitoga

Correcting behaviour is a necessary measure to address misbehaviour in schools when students fail to follow school rules. While speaking during the consultation on the

FTA Education

12 days ago

Justin Baldoni sues Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds for $400 Million, alleges they sought to ‘Destroy’ him

Justin Baldoni sued Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds on Thursday, alleging that the Hollywood power couple hijacked his film, “It Ends With Us,” and sought to destroy h

Entertainment

12 days ago

16/01/2025

Yasawa North Secondary School achieves 100% pass rate for Year 12 Exam despite challenges

Despite sharing facilities with Ratu Meli Primary School and losing a classroom to a fire, Yasawa North Secondary School has achieved a 100 percent pass rate in the Year

Education Feature

12 days ago

New provisions in ERA may introduce menstrual leave

New provisions in the Employment Relations Act, aimed at enhancing protection for women in the workplace, could allow women to use three out of the 10 days of sick leave

Health Feature

12 days ago

ODPP says it will respect due process with regards to Pryde's FICAC investigation

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions assures the members of the public that it will respect due process with regards to the FICAC investigation relating to D

DPP

13 days ago

AG stresses President's directive for the DPP to return to work must be respected

Attorney General, Graham Leung stresses that the President's directive for the DPP, Christopher Pryde to return to work and start must be respected. Leung says the sta

Government Feature

13 days ago

Intruder stabs Saif Ali Khan with knife

Saif Ali Khan has been stabbed six times by an intruder, who barged into his Mumbai home in the early hours of this morning. The actor underwent a 2 and a hour surgery

Bollywood

13 days ago

Law Society concerned about ODPP statement on complaint to FICAC against DPP

The Fiji Law Society is deeply concerned about a media statement issued yesterday by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions that officials in that office have

ODPP

13 days ago

Man in custody after woman robbed at knifepoint outside Nausori Home

A man is in police custody for his alleged involvement in a robbery in Vuci South, Nausori, where a woman was robbed at knifepoint with a cane knife outside her home last

Police

13 days ago

Tests sent to NZ for further analysis of Warwick Resort guests' illness

The ingredients used in the cocktail consumed by the seven guests at Warwick Resort, along with their blood and urine samples, have been sent to New Zealand for further t

Tourism

13 days ago

76% pass rate recorded in FY12 as results are released today

A 76 percent pass rate has been recorded in the Fiji Year 12 Certificate Examination after the provisional results were released this afternoon. This result is an impr

Education Feature

13 days ago

Israel and Hamas agree to Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal

Israel and Hamas have agreed to a deal that will pause fighting in Gaza and lead to the phased release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners. Qatar’s Prime Minister

World-News

13 days ago

Automatic progression has created a culture of complacency – Radrodro

Automatic progression has created a culture of complacency among students, teachers and parents where the students may not feel the need to put in the required effort to

Education Feature

13 days ago

47-year-old bedridden man dies in Narere fire

One person has died and two houses were completely destroyed in a fire on Senivono Road, Narere, on Tuesday night. Police confirmed to fijivillage News this morning th

Fire

13 days ago

200 Aspen workers give notice to go on strike next month

200 staff of Aspen Medical could go on strike from the 6th of February at 7am until the resolution of the dispute as the Construction Energy and Timber Workers Union of F

Aspen-Medical Feature

13 days ago

Woman robbed at knifepoint outside her home in Vuci South

Police are investigating a robbery in Vuci South, Nausori, where a woman was robbed with a cane knife outside her home last night. CCTV footage shows the woman getting

Police

13 days ago

Retired RFMF Legal Services Director Ratu Etueni appointed as Fiji’s High Commissioner to Malaysia

Ratu Etueni Qiolele Caucau has been commissioned as Fiji’s new High Commissioner to Malaysia at the State House. After the commissioning ceremony, President Ratu Nai

Government

13 days ago

Daredevil: Born Again trailer drops reuniting Murdock with Kingpin and Punisher

In the trailer for Daredevil: Born Again, Charlie Cox‘s Matt Murdock returns as the blind vigilante crime-fighter and meets up with former mob boss Vincent D’Onofrio�

Entertainment

13 days ago

47-year-old bedridden man dies in Narere fire

One person has died and two houses were completely destroyed in a fire on Senivono Road, Narere, on Tuesday night. Police confirmed to fijivillage News this morning th

Fire NFA

13 days ago

AG Graham Leung to give evidence to COI today

Attorney General Graham Leung is scheduled to give evidence to the Commission of Inquiry today as part of the ongoing investigation into the appointment of Barbara Malima

COI

13 days ago

Scrapping Automatic Progression likely to breach Fiji’s international obligations in education

The University of Fiji says that to scrap the automatic progression, also known as ‘no-repeat’, decision in the schooling system is likely to breach the provisions of

Uni-Fiji Feature

13 days ago

Los Angeles wildfires: Firefighters face several more critical hours of Wednesday’s dangerous winds

The next few hours are critical for firefighters battling the Los Angeles wildfires. Dangerous winds are fueling an extreme fire threat are set to last until roughly mid-

World-News

13 days ago

15/01/2025

I intend to discuss the Acting DPP’s actions with her when I resume duties on Monday - Pryde

The haste with which the Acting Director of Public Prosecutions, Nancy Tikoisuva has reviewed my personal file and laid a complaint with FICAC days before I resume my dut

DPP Feature

14 days ago

Sameerah Saffiyah Bibi wins $80,000 4 wheel drive in Nestlé Promotion

Today will be an unforgettable day for Sameerah Saffiyah Bibi, as she drove home a 4x4 vehicle after being announced as the third winner in the Nestlé promotion. The

Business

14 days ago

SCC resolves green waste collection delays in Cunnigham Stage 2

The Suva City Council has addressed concerns raised by residents of Biau Drive in Cunningham Stage 2 regarding delays in green waste collection in their area over the pas

Rubbish

14 days ago

Vuci Irrigation Road to be closed from 7 this evening till 5am tomorrow

Vuci Irrigation Road will be closed from 7 this evening till 5am to allow for emergency repairs at the Vuci Irrigation Bridge. This has been confirmed by the Fiji Road

FRA

14 days ago

FNU partners with MOE to launch pilot phase of the TVET First Initiative

The Fiji National University has partnered with the Ministry of Education to launch the pilot phase of the TVET First Initiative which is set to roll out in five secondar

Education FNU

14 days ago

Fiji Police refutes claims by FWCC regarding domestic violence case in Malolo, Nadi

The Police Force is strongly refuting claims made by the Coordinator of the Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre, Shamima Ali who says Nadi Police had told Latchman Krishna who k

Police FWCC Feature

14 days ago

Police uproot over 100 marijuana plants in Gau Island drug operation

Police have uprooted close to 101 green plants believed to be marijuana from a farm on the island of Gau during an operation over the weekend. Assistant Commissioner o

Drugs Police

14 days ago

Billiard shop caretaker to appear in court for allegedly obtaining financial advantage

A 63-year-old billiard shop caretaker from Ba, who is charged with obtaining a financial advantage, will appear in the Ba Magistrates Court today. Police say it is all

Court

14 days ago

Ravunawa sworn in as Assistant Health Minister

Opposition Group of 9 member Penioni Ravunawa has been sworn in as the Assistant Minister for Health at the State House this morning. This means 7 members from the Gro

Health

14 days ago

Youth are spending more time on mobile games - Mazey

Concerns have been raised about the increasing time young people are spending on mobile games, which is limiting their participation in physical activities. Fiji Natio

Youth

14 days ago

Methodist Church bans smoking for ministers, urges reduced kava consumption

All Methodist Church of Fiji and Rotuma ministers, whether ordained or probationary, must refrain from smoking and reduce their consumption of kava. This directive has

Methodist-Church Grog

14 days ago

Senior management of Office of the DPP file complaint against Pryde

The Senior Management at the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions has lodged a complaint against the Director of Public Prosecutions, Christopher Pryde with FICA

DPP FICAC Feature

14 days ago

Police Cybercrime Unit warns about risky texting competition

Fijians have been warned to exercise caution by the Fiji Police Force Cybercrime Unit regarding a local texting competition that asks participants to send two dollars via

Cybercrime

14 days ago

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