A bipartisan Senate deal has been reached to fund the government through January 30 and to set a vote
on an Affordable Care Act bill in December, in a major sign the g
Concerns are being raised over the increasing number of private vehicles and rental cars operating illegally as taxis within the Labasa Town area.
Speaking to fijivill
More than 900,000 people have been evacuated as Typhoon Fung-wong made landfall in the Philippines, bringing destructive winds, torrential rain, and life-threatening stor
13,120 Year 12 students will be sitting for their 2025 Fiji Year 12 Certificate Examination tomorrow at 177 centres around the country, an increase from 12,868 in 2024.
The Land Transport Authority reaffirms its commitment to ensuring that all operations are guided by principles of good governance, transparency, and ethical service deliv
Senior Legal Officer at the Fiji Corrections Service, Kesaia Baleiwai told the Tribunal that Helen Koi, a former Senior Staff Officer was terminated without cause by susp
A 24-year-old man from Vatukoula has passed away following an early morning accident in Toko, Tavua.
Police confirm the victim is a passenger in a vehicle driven by an
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade has dismissed recent social media reports alleging the suspension of the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility Scheme, call
People turned up in numbers with their dogs today to be part of the Tim Howick-Smith Thousand Paw Walk at Albert Park in Suva.
Pet owner Mercy, who took part in the wa
Dentists and oral health practitioners play a crucial role in infection prevention and control, early detection of HIV-related oral manifestations, and the safe managemen
Power outages and nights without electricity caused by faulty generators are now a thing of the past following the completion of a new solar power system at the Lomaloma
A total of 37 people, including two juveniles and three police officers, were charged with 41 counts of non-sexual offences last month.
The Office of the Director of P
Megan Garcia had no idea her teenage son, a bright and handsome boy, had started spending hours and hours obsessively talking to an online character on the Character.ai a
The Sikh community is celebrating Guru Nanak Prakash Purab today, marking the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of the Sikh religion.
Guru Nanak Dev
$1.53 million has been distributed to resource owners in Kadavu and Gau, including $570,000 to Muana Village, $457,000 to Solodamu Village and $39,000 to Namalata in Kada
Residents of Kashmir in Lautoka have been without water for the past two days, and they are calling on the Water Authority of Fiji to clarify when their supply will retur
The heavy rain warning previously in force for the Northern Division, Lau and Lomaiviti groups has now been cancelled.
The Nadi Weather Office says a trough of low pre
At least six people have been killed after Russia launched hundreds of missile and drone attacks on energy and residential targets across Ukraine overnight.
A strike o
Plans are underway to assist 53 children being tutored by retired teachers in Namulomulo Village in Nadi as part of 2025 Leadership Fiji’s Fellows project next year.
The Fiji Water Flying Fijians went down fighting 38–18 against England in their first Autumn International Test this morning.England came into the match as favourites,
People turned up in numbers to support the Frank Hilton Special School Walkathon this morning at Albert Park where the funds will go towards repair the school's fence and
A federal judge has ruled that President Donald Trump's administration violated the free-speech rights of furloughed U.S. Department of Education employees by altering th
FIJI Water Flying Fijians coach Mick Byrne says the team’s depth is one of their greatest assets heading into the England test, with all 32 players in the squad capable
Newly elected SODELPA Youth President, Tevita Momoedonu says he will focus on addressing the social problems that are affecting young people in Fiji today.
Momoedonu w
The SPCA will hold the annual Tim Howick-Smith Thousand Paw Walk today to raise awareness on animal welfare and cruelty prevention while fundraising for rescue and desexi
The Minister for Lands Filimone Vosarogo has confirmed that the Government will return the Native Grant 2 (NG2) land in Nadarivatu to its rightful owners, the Mataqali Na
Minister for Women, Children, and Social Protection, Sashi Kiran, is calling on people to feed those in need, assist the poor in our communities, and support people livin
The case where a man allegedly killed his 86-year-old grandfather in Navokadamu Settlement, Lutu, Wainibukahas been transferred to the Suva High Court.
It is alleged t
Fexco Fiji Pte Limited, the leading Western Union master agent in Fiji, has officially launched a strategic partnership with BRED Bank (Fiji) Pte Limited to improve acces
The Employment Relations (Amendment) Bill 2025, in its current form, will severely impact micro and small businesses in Fiji as it assumes that all businesses are large b
Parliament has unanimously passed the Adoption Amendment Bill 2025, which addresses inconsistencies in the legislation that were identified when the Act was gazetted in M
After months of training and assisting the community, 28 people have graduated from Leadership Fiji this year.
2025 Cohort President and Natural Water of Viti Pte Ltd
Immediate quarantine measures have been put in place for the Yasawa and Mamanuca islands after the invasive Tongan fruit fly known as bactrocera facialis were detected th
With only two wooden hospital beds at the Moala Health Centre and one new bed donated by Save Our Supplies (SOS) Australia, concerns remain that this is still not enough
Raw sewage overflowing from a manhole near Coronation Park in Lautoka, posing serious health risks, has been resolved.
Following questions by fijivilage News, the Wate
Fiji Corrections Service Custodial Officer Adrian Bukavulo has told the Constitutional Offices Commission Tribunal, which is looking into allegations of misbehaviour agai
A flash flood alert is now in force for the Eastern half of Viti Levu from Serua to Namosi through Navua to Suva and Nausori to Tailevu, Naitasiri and Ra and the Northern
A man has been charged in Australia for allegedly importing 70 kilograms of kava into Nhulunbuy, Northern Territory.
It is believed the kava originated from Fiji.
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A flash flood alert is now in force for the Eastern half of Viti Levu from Serua to Namosi through Navua to Suva and Nausori to Tailevu, Naitasiri and Ra and the Norther
After concerns were raised by the Lautoka Zone Taxi Association on factors contributing to drug use among taxi drivers, the Land Transport Authority has issued a strong w
Epeli Laqeni, who is accused of murdering his defacto partner in Nakasi between September 3rd and 5th will appear in court again on the 19th of this month.
The state c
People from Munia Island in Vanua Balavu, Lau, are preparing for one final fundraising effort next week as they work towards reclaiming ownership of their ancestral land.
Opposition MP Faiyaz Koya told the Government that they should not try and win the argument but solve the problem and that Fiji cannot afford a government that governs th
The people of Moala are now better supported in healthcare services through a donation of medical equipment from Save Our Supplies (SOS) Australia, which includes 30 boxe
The bail ruling for Shonal Shiv Sharma, who has been charged with being in possession of 640.139 grams of imported cocaine will be delivered next Friday.
The 40-year-o
People in the Northern Division will soon enjoy faster and more reliable internet, as Telecom Fiji is bringing high-speed fibre connectivity to the region.
The company
A 69-year-old grandmother will be able to see her 5-year-old granddaughter again after receiving life-changing cataract surgery through the China (Guangdong) "Bright Jour
There was a war of words in Parliament again today after Minister for Sugar Charan Jeath Singh referred to Opposition MP, Rinesh Sharma as a “kid”.
The Opposition
Following a media report that Fiji's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Filipo Tarakinikini met with Taiwanese Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim, the Fijian Govern
With 29 days remaining for the For the Strength of Youth (FSY) Fiji 2025 – Look Unto Christ Conference for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, young single
Over 100 patients will be receiving free of charge cataract surgeries today by the China (Guangdong) "Bright Journey" to Fiji mission at the Pacific Eye Institute.
Thi
This is a 1941 Act. What did the Opposition do during their time? We have fixed this.
Those are the comments of Acting Attorney General, Siromi Turaga as he supported
The trial date has been set for Managing Director of Houng Lee Kaba Jacob Limited and former Director of Telecom Fiji Limited, Sanjay Kaba from April 7th to 13th next yea
Deputy Fiji Corrections Service Commissioner Auta Moceisuva has told the Constitutional Offices Commission Tribunal, which is looking into allegations of misbehaviour aga
Former Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and former Supervisor of Elections Mohammed Saneem will know their fate on the 2nd of February next year when Chief Justice Sa
People should be prepared for a wet weekend, as a heavy rain alert is now in force for the eastern half of Viti Levu (from Serua-Namosi through Navua-Suva-Nausori to Tail
Emergency services have put out a brake fire which was sparked moments after a plane landed at Brisbane Airport.
Vision posted to social media showed firefighters work
The hearing in the matter where the Judicial Services Commission is seeking an order to quash the findings and recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry into the appoi
Vanuatu’s Ministry of Health has recorded 14 people living with HIV over the past five years, with most cases reportedly linked to expatriates.
HIV Unit Manager Flor
The total cost of the recent overseas duty travel for the President, Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu and the First Lady amounts to just over $200,000.
This figure has been con
People who use the Rewa Bridge for their daily travels are reminded that there will be a partial road closure at both ends of the bridge from 8pm to 5am, starting tonight
Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro has clarified that the Higher Education Commission of Fiji does not directly monitor the teaching hours of every educator or course
Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro has clarified that the Higher Education Commission of Fiji does not directly monitor the teaching hours of every educator or course
Colgate-Palmolive Fiji and Damodar City have announced a three-year Christmas partnership to light up Suva and Labasa until 2027, giving back to the community and celebra
Parliament has passed the Fisheries Management Bill which gives authorised officers clear powers to search land premises, including markets or processing facilities where
There was intense debate in Parliament when the Minister for Fisheries, Alitia Bainivalu tabled the Fisheries Amendment Bill 2025 to be debated and passed without delay t
About 60 women on Beqa Island from Tikina Sawau are currently taking part in an intensive two-week training on gender, violence against women and girls, human rights, leg
The recent fires at the Vunato Dumpsite in Lautoka has raised environmental concerns and prompted urgent calls for tighter security and stronger waste management oversigh
As about 60 families continue to live in tents in Nabavatu Village, Vanua Levu following the devastating effects of Tropical Cyclone Ana in 2021, there is confirmation th
Several key international partnerships that support our national development agenda and benefit our people both at home and abroad are essential for civil service reform.
With the growing stigma surrounding mental health discussions, the Pacific Media Assistance Scheme (PACMAS) has handed over new Mobile Journalism (Mojo) kits to support C
As 675 cane farmers are yet to begin harvesting, Minister for Sugar Industry Charan Jeath Singh has told the Opposition that rather than spending time on social media, th
Concerns over the integrity and fairness of Fiji’s national exams sparked a lively debate in Parliament, as Opposition MPs pressed the Minister for Education Aseri Radr
Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum has said she will press charges against a man who groped her during a public appearance.
Mobile phone footage of the incident shows
As we are now in the cyclone season, the Minister for Rural and Maritime Development, Sakiasi Ditoka is reminding disaster management committees and communities to stay i
Tanoa Hotel Group is ramping up its investment in the tourism sector, with over $20 million being poured into the redevelopment of Tanoa International Hotel in Nadi, as p
In a major breakthrough for Pacific-led science, researchers at The University of the South Pacific (USP) have developed a new edible and biodegradable food coating made
Minister for Finance Esrom Immanuel confirms that contractual matters and a disagreement between the Fiji National Provident Fund and Fletcher Construction has halted the
Acting Fiji Corrections Service Commissioner Sevuloni Naucukidi has told the Constitutional Offices Commission Tribunal looking into allegations of misbehaviour against s
The Fiji Achievement in Media Excellence Awards 2025will take place on 6 December which is especially symbolic as it marks 19 years to the day when censorship of Fiji’s
Democrats swept a trio of races on Tuesday in the first major elections since Donald Trump regained the presidency, elevating a new generation of leaders and giving the b
fijivillage clarifies that a man who was found with over 600 grams of marijuana on 7th February this year and admitted in court today that he was selling drugs, is not a
The counsel for the Prime Minister in the matter where Barbara Malimali is seeking a judicial review on whether the President on the advice of the Prime Minister has the
Concerns continue to mount over the alleged discharge of waste from Tavua Hospital into the Nasivi River, as no findings have been released by the Water Authority of Fiji
A special audit in 2023 revealed that the Fiji Roads Authority approved cost variations and project escalations totaling $405 million — around 10 percent of the nationa
In 4 years from 2020 to last year, 7,283 crimes were reported against children in Fiji, and 5,085 or 70 percent of these involved girls.
This has been highlighted by M
A nationwide teacher training has been launched today to prepare educators across Fiji for the 2026 rollout of a comprehensive election's curriculum.
The training is b
Fruit Fly has been detected during routine surveillance on Nanuya Island in the Yasawa Group.
The Biosecurity Authority of Fiji has confirmed the detection of the Frui
Thousands of Fijian farmers and rural families are set to benefit from a landmark agriculture initiative launched in partnership between the Fijian Government and Aitken
Fiji is set to experience some of the highest tides of 2025 today and tomorrow at several major wharves.
Today, the highest tide will occur at Vatia Wharf in Ba at 5.2
With the Pacific entering another high-risk cyclone season, the 15-member Pacific Response Group (PRG) is conducting training aboard the Australian Defence Vessel ADV Rel
The Principal Corrections Officer working at Fiji Corrections Service Garage at Walu Bay has told the Constitutional Offices Commission tribunal looking into allegations
Although concerns have been raised regarding the adequacy of the Free Education Grant, Education Minister Aseri Radrodro says the current allocation is “convenient for
The former Lami Town Council worker who was selling marijuana to buy his beer has been sentenced to 1 year imprisonment by the Suva Magistrates Court.
Marika Magita ha
Ginna Choi, Logamarcino Baules and Peniasi Delai, who were allegedly found with methamphetamine in Rewa Street, Suva in September this year will have their bail hearing o
Opposition MP, Faiyaz Koya highlighted in Parliament today that he had a bone to pick with Acting Attorney General, Siromi Turaga for not inviting the Parliamentary Stand
Develos Australia, part of a leading European food company, has reaffirmed its partnership with Fiji’s baking industry through a show and tell event, highlighting
22 people, including 4 juveniles, have been charged with 34 counts of sexual offences in October this year.
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions says a 17
The licences of five drivers involved in a recent reckless driving incident along Mead Road in Nabua have been either cancelled or suspended.
Land Transport Authority
Ghazal lovers have a treat to look forward to, as legendary singers Anup Jalota and Talat Aziz are set to perform in Fiji this month.
Anup Jalota has been a prominent
Fierce debate erupted in Parliament over the performance of the Fiji Teachers Registration Authority (FTRA), with Opposition MP Premila Kumar accusing the body of failing
It has been revealed in court that Fiji Corrections Service suspended Commissioner Dr Jalesi Nakarawa’s stepson Inia Yavala had failed his Required Fitness Level test i
It’s an exciting period ahead for the FIJI Water Flying Fijians as they prepare to take on England and France on their home turf, with the players fully aware of the hi
The Fiji Corrections Service and the Pacific Centre for Peacebuilding have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen their partnership in promoting restorati
Around 600 secondary school teacher graduates are currently employed and teaching in primary schools.
This was revealed by Minister for Education Aseri Radrodro while
Minister for Health Dr Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu says the Ministry continues to face a workforce issue in terms of nursing numbers and is doing its best to address the situa
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