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Ratu Tevita Mara to be installed as Tui Nayau today on Nayau Island
Ratu Tevita Uluilakeba Mara will be installed as Tui Nayau today on Nayau Island. The title has b
2 hours ago
Team Fiji: Young, Miller, Karan and Qaqa win gold at the Pacific Mini Games in Palau
Heleina Young, Frederico Miller, Yeshnil Karan and Errol Qaqa all secured gold medals for Fiji at th
2 hours ago
Chaudhry asks whether PM is related to Acting FICAC Commissioner and raises issue that PM cannot recommend who should be head of FICAC
Serious concerns are now being raised by Fiji Labour Party Leader, Mahendra Chaudhry on whether Acti
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King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipau’u of Tonga to begin historic State visit to Fiji today
In a landmark diplomatic engagement for the Pacific region, Fiji will welcome King Tupou VI and Quee
1 hour ago
Danger zone : Pac Harbour Fire Station closes this Friday due to NFA relocation issues
Pacific Harbour Fire Station is closing down as the plot is owned by Damodar Yatu Lau Pte Limited wh
NFA
16 hours ago
Death toll from Texas flooding at 90, including 27 from all-girls camp
At least 90 people have died after devastating floods hit central Texas. Camp Mystic, an all-girl
13 minutes ago

Pratima Pharmaceutical  Industries: Strengthening  Sovereign  Supply Chain Resilience
Named in honour of the mother of PSH Hospitals Founder and chief executive officer, Parvish Ku
7 days ago
Fuaki pursues career goal through USP studies
Watching news presenters on television deliver updates in a confident and professional manner introd
14 days ago
Al Hamd Smart Living Expands in Tavua, Creating Jobs and Advancing Smart Living Solutions
Tavua, Fiji – The grand opening of Al Hamd Smart Living’s new and upgraded store at Loloma Compl
5 days ago

State asks for more time in case of man who trespassed at PM's residence
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions has asked for more time in the case of Mokani farm
17 hours ago
Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and Vimlesh Sagar recharged after discontinued case
Former Chief Executive Officer of the Fijian Broadcasting Corporation, Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and Chief
17 hours ago
COMPOL says it is easy to assume things based on a video that shows only one side of the story
Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tudravu is reiterating calls for members of the public to cooperate w
17 hours ago

Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and Vimlesh Sagar in FICAC custody
Former Chief Executive Officer of the Fijian Broadcasting Corporation Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and Chief
19 hours ago
Millions of dollars made by shipping company ahead of installation ceremonies
Facilitating the movement of people from Suva to Lakeba since June has resulted in millions of dolla
20 hours ago

07/07/2025
Lineage of Ratu Tevita Uluilakeba Mara traced back to Ratu Seru Cakobau - Ratu Kalivati
The Vanua of Bau recognises the installation of the Tui Nayau and the Sau ni Vanua o Lau, Ratu Tevita Uluilakeba Mara, as a sign of respect and honour to the ancient rela
15 hours ago
18 year old man in custody after alleged murder at apartment along Waimanu Road
An 18 year old man is in Police custody after an alleged murder at an apartment along Waimanu Road in Suva. Police confirm that the victim was stabbed to death. We
20 hours ago
Road alignment changes ahead of Tamavua-i-Wai Bridge
There will be a change in road alignment to cater for the ground improvement works on the approach roads to the new Tamavua-i-Wai Bridge which will slowly come into effe
FRA
21 hours ago

Minister for Health refers cleaning contract issue to PS Health
Minister for Health, Doctor Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu has referred our questions to the Permanent Secretary for Health, Doctor JeMesa Tudravu after the President of Internat
21 hours ago
Bainimarama, Sayed-Khaiyum and Sharma's trial set for three weeks in November
Former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama, former Attorney-General Aiyaz-Sayed Khaiyum and former Health Minister Dr Neil Sharma's trial date has been fixed for three week
21 hours ago
Live Tsunami Siren Test for Suva – Nausori corridor at 11am
The National Disaster Risk Management Office will be conducting live tsunami siren tests for the Suva – Lami corridor at 11am today. They say this exercise is part o
24 hours ago

Govt restores autonomy to schools, encourages greater involvement of parents
Restoring partnerships between school management, communities, religious organizations and parents is crucial to rebuilding and strengthening an education system that was
1 day ago
At least 21 children among dozens killed in Texas floods, as 11 girls from camp still missing
At least 69 people have been killed after flash floods swept through parts of central Texas. Kerrville County Sheriff Larry Leitha confirms 59 people, including 21 chi
1 day ago
Akuila Qalo to lead traditional installation of Tui Nayau tomorrow
63-year-old Akuila Qalo, from the Matanivanua clan of Vuinayau will be traditionally installing the Tui Nayau, Ratu Tevita Uluilakeba Mara tomorrow. Qalo is also the l
1 day ago

Prof. Shameem calls on employers to pay workers what they are worth and there won't be a skill or labour crisis in Fiji
A stern message has been sent out to the employers in the country and that is for the private sector to face up to the reality that the labour crisis that it says it's fa
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06/07/2025
TLTB reduces national rental arrears to $22 million
The iTaukei Land Trust Board has successfully reduced its national rental arrears from $31.6 million as of 1st January, 2025 to $22 million by 30th June, 2025. TLTB sa
2 days ago
Two man arrested over alleged yaqona thefts in Taveuni
A 35-year-old man and a 36-year-old man remain in police custody for their alleged involvement in a series of yaqona thefts in Taveuni. Acting Assistant Commissioner o
2 days ago
Ro Teimumu, Ratu Wiliame and Ratu Etonia leave for installation of Tui Nayau and Tui Lau
Burebasaga confederacy paramount chief Ro Teimumu Kepa, former President and Tui Macuata Ratu Wiliame Katonivere and Tui Levuka Ratu Etonia Seru Rokotunaceva are leaving
2 days ago

Man arrested at Lakeba jetty for alleged possession of marijuana
A man has been arrested today at the Lakeba Jetty after he was allegedly found in possession of illicit drugs, specifically a bag containing dried leaves believed to be m
2 days ago
Compain asks how cleaning contract for CWM Hospital was re-awarded under a different company name despite the same shareholders
The President of International Women's Association Fiji, Judy Compain has formally written to the Ministry of Health and the Government Tender Board asking how the cleani
2 days ago
5 charged in Laucala Beach aggravated burglary case
Three men and two juveniles have been charged by the Southern Division Task Force for their alleged involvement in an aggravated burglary at a business premises in Laucal
2 days ago

Pacific Mini Games: Roberts and Inoke win gold in Heptathlon and Octathlon events
Reki Roberts claimed gold in the Women’s Heptathlon at the Pacific Mini Games in Palau after a consistent performance while competing in seven challenging events. Sh
2 days ago
Welcome church service to be held in Tubou
Hundreds of people are already in the village of Tubou in Lau, where they will take part in the welcoming church service today. While speaking to fijivillage News, vil
2 days ago
FWCC demands Masi to be stood down and urges FRU to take decisive action
The Fiji Women's Crisis Centre is deeply disappointed with the Fiji Rugby Union for its ongoing lack of genuine commitment to addressing violence against women and girl
2 days ago

Parkinson says we will continue to innovate and provide our listeners and followers with great content
As Communications Fiji Limited ended their 40th birthday celebration with a Gratitude Concert at Albert Park last night, Founder and Chairman William Parkinson has assure
2 days ago

05/07/2025
Radrodro urges schools to ensure transparency and conduct regular audits
The Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro says schools now have full control over how their funds are used, allowing them to focus on their priorities, however, he remin
3 days ago
Adequate salaries drive growth and success – Tubuna
Assistant Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister, Sakiusa Tubuna says fair and adequate salaries for civil servants are key to boosting employee morale. He says
3 days ago

Govt is tackling social welfare abuse while protecting the vulnerable - Prof. Prasad
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad says there is abuse within the social welfare system, and while it involves taxpayers’ money that
3 days ago
Diabetes claiming lives of young people aged 14 to 30 years - Diabetes Fiji
It is concerning that people as young as 14 and 30 years old have lost their lives last year due to complications related to diabetes. Diabetes Fiji Executive Director
3 days ago
Young couple transforms overgrown land into thriving agri-business in Labasa
A young couple in Tabia, Labasa has transformed a once-overgrown plot of land into a thriving agri-business that now includes rice farming, poultry production, and goat r
3 days ago

Retired nurse urges parents to pack 2 lunchboxes to reduce junk eating during recess
Retired Nurse, Vasemaca Gumatua urges parents to pack two lunchboxes for their children to help reduce junk eating during school recess. Gumatua says this will help ch
3 days ago
Seru Serevi reflects on music journey as the CFL Gratitude Concert gets underway at Albert Park
I have many wonderful memories with Communications Fiji Limited over the years. These were the words of Vude King, Seru Serevi when asked by fijivillage News about som
3 days ago
Tongan military to arrive in Lakeba ahead of Tui Nayau and Tui Lau installation ceremonies
As the installation of the Tui Nayau and the Sau ni Vanua o Lau draws near, the military force from the Kingdom of Tonga is expected to arrive on the island of Lakeba tod
3 days ago

Kamikamica denies involvement in FICAC appointment, calls allegations baseless
Following the controversy surrounding Barbara Malimali’s appointment as the FICAC Commissioner, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Manoa Kamikamica, says he
3 days ago
People have always been the focus of CFL – Parkinson
It was a night of glamour and great vibes as former and current staff of Communications Fiji Limited celebrated the 40th anniversary of the company. What started as a
3 days ago
Georgina Ledua ready to rock tonight and says CFL has been the backbone of her musical journey
Vude icon, Georgina Ledua says Communications Fiji Limited has always been her backbone throughout her musical journey. Ledua stated this in an interview with fijivill
3 days ago

41-year-old man dies while fitting an excavator bucket in Lautoka
A 41-year-old man tragically lost his life on Thursday at Tore Settlement in Lautoka while fitting an excavator bucket, which is used for digging. Police say it is all
3 days ago

04/07/2025
FEO launches new platform to easily connect with people
People can expect better communication from the Fijian Elections Office as FEO Connect has been launched which will reimagine how the Office connects with the people of
FEO
4 days ago
263 graduate from Pacific Polytech in technical training and skills development
263 students today graduated from the Pacific Polytech Nabua Campus in fields of trades, agriculture, ICT, tourism, business, health and skills development. Pacific Po
4 days ago
Civil servants must deliver as Govt spends about $1.3B annually on salaries – Prof. Prasad
Civil servants must deliver services to the people, as any delay in spending directly affects development and it shouldn’t happen as the government spends about $1.2 to
4 days ago

FCEF calls on Govt to let regional students work as 16,000 locals wait for overseas jobs
As Fiji faces a skills shortage, suggestions are being made to allow regional students to work in Fiji and for the government to enable 16,000 job-ready locals registered
4 days ago
Representatives from Lau make presentations to the soon to be installed Tui Nayau, Tui Lau and Sau ni Vanua o Lau
People from the different islands in the Lau group converged in Lakeba today to make presentations to the soon to installed Tui Nayau, Tui Lau and Sau ni Vanua o Lau, Rat
4 days ago
Bajekal says past investment figures seemed dubious, but sees genuine projects now
Following the announcement of investments underway in 177 projects valued at $5.8 billion, prominent businessman Ram Bajekal says these are sort of numbers that were band
4 days ago

Kamikamica determined to clear his name and welcomes FICAC investigation
Following the seizure of the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Communications, Manoa Kamikamica's mobile phone by FICAC, Kamikamica says he welcomes the investigatio
4 days ago
Chicago mass shooting leaves four dead, 14 injured outside downtown lounge
Four people in the United States have been killed and at least 14 others wounded when gunmen opened fire on a crowd outside a lounge in downtown Chicago. According to
4 days ago
Make the right choice every day starting with saying no to harmful substances – Kiran
Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Sashi Kiran urged students in Levuka to make the right choice every day—starting with saying no to harmful substance
4 days ago

Man in 40s to appear in court for alleged murder of wife
A man in his 40s will appear in the Labasa Magistrates Court today after being charged with the alleged murder of his wife following an argument inside a hall in Uma Vill
4 days ago
Kamikamica phone seizure : no response will be issued by FICAC for now
No response will be issued by FICAC. That is the comment from FICAC when asked by fijivillage News on Deputy Prime Minister, Manoa Kamikamica's mobile phone being seiz
4 days ago
Reports coming in that Kamikamica's phone has been seized in a search warrant by FICAC
There are reports coming in that Deputy Prime Minister, Manoa Kamikamica's mobile phone was seized by FICAC. We are receiving reports from various sources that the sei
4 days ago

$12 million required for Labasa bypass road project
As talks continue on the proposed Labasa bypass road which is expected to ease traffic congestion in Labasa, an estimated $12 million is needed to carry out the project.
4 days ago
More than 1,000 to witness installation of Tui Nayau on Tubou Village
Hundreds of people will converge in Tubou Village on Lakeba Island to witness the installation of the new Tui Nayau and Sau ni Vanua o Lau, Ratu Tevita Uluilakeba Mara.
4 days ago

03/07/2025
Parkinson says to operate and function as a nation, we need local media to survive
It was glitz and glamour at Communications Fiji Limited's client cocktail hosted at our home at 231 Waimanu Road, Suva as clients and partners came together to celebrate
4 days ago
Human Resource Directors to take proactive measures to ensure growth
A call is being made for Human Resource leaders to take proactive steps in ensuring that wellbeing and growth are embedded into business strategy as a healthy, motivated
5 days ago
Miss Earth Fiji leads environmental campaign in Philippines
Ashlin Alveena Prasad, Miss Earth Fiji and Youth Environmental Advocate, says Fiji plays an important role in supporting young people and leading efforts to protect the e
5 days ago

Rabuka says the reflection on the hurt he caused in 1987, has shaped him into the leader he is today
The change from the coup leader to the leader I’m now, I would not be the leader I’m today if I had not been the coup leader. These were the words of Prime Ministe
5 days ago
Manufacturers enjoying duty protection shouldn’t make profits at the expense of the people – Prof. Prasad
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad says that many local manufacturers enjoy significant protection and they shouldn’t make profit at
5 days ago
Power outage at Damodar City Labasa affects nearly 300 workers
Close to 300 workers had to be at home and several businesses at Damodar City Labasa were closed as the complex was without electricity from Saturday to yesterday afterno
5 days ago

Truck collides with power pole along Ratu Mara Road in Nabua
A truck has collided with a power pole along Ratu Mara Road in Nabua. @fijivillage.com Truck collides with power pole along Ratu Mara Road in Nabua #fiji #fyp ♬ or
5 days ago
Pacific leaders to endorse Ocean of Peace Declaration at Leaders Meeting in Honiara
Officials across the Pacific are working to finalise the Ocean of Peace Declaration ahead of the upcoming Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting in the Solomon Islands
5 days ago
13 of the 14 victims of serious sex offences in June under the age of 18 years
13 of the 14 victims of serious sex offences in June this year were under the age of 18 years. The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions says there were 20 cou
5 days ago

Man arrested for illegally selling liquor from his home
A man is in police custody for allegedly selling liquor from his home. Police say the arrest was made following a raid conducted yesterday by the Eastern Division team
5 days ago
Support local media first when making advertising decisions – Parkinson
When making advertising decisions, support local media first. Communications Fiji Limited Chairman, William Parkinson highlighted this while while opening the Build, B
5 days ago
Businesses expected to pass benefits to consumers as Govt cuts duties and VAT – Prof. Prasad
The government has done its part by reducing duties and VAT and now businesses must do theirs by ensuring a corresponding decrease in prices that reflects these reduction
5 days ago

Sean 'Diddy' Combs denied bail and convicted over prostitution-related offences
Sean "Diddy" Combs has been found guilty of transportation for prostitution following a landmark trial in New York - but cleared of more serious charges of sex traffickin
5 days ago
63-year-old Rupamani missing from home since last Saturday
Police are seeking assistance from the public in locating 63-year-old Radha Rupamani, who has been reported missing at the Lautoka Police Station. Police say Rupamani
5 days ago
Reopening of Pacific Harbour Cultural Centre will promote Fiji's rich hertiage - Gavoka
During a site visit to the Pacific Harbour Cultural Centre, Acting Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism, Viliame Gavoka reaffirmed the coalition government’s commitm
5 days ago

Temporary road closure of Saint Fort Street in Suva from 5 to 11 tonight and Friday
There will be a temporary road closure of Saint Fort Street in Suva from 5 to 11 tonight and again from 5pm to 11pm tomorrow for Communications Fiji Limited’s 40th Cele
5 days ago

02/07/2025
Watch Professor Prasad on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan  The show will focus on the 2025/2026 National
6 days ago
New Cath Lab, MRI Suite and Fast Track Beds at Lautoka Hospital to provide life-saving care closer to home
Families will not have to face the burden of travelling long distances or even overseas for advanced cardiac procedures or specialised diagnostic imaging as a cutting-edg
6 days ago
Education comes first, our children deserve better - Immanuel
Education must come first as our children deserve better. This is the message from Assistant Minister for Finance, Esrom Immanuel to parents and teachers of Wainimala
6 days ago

iPhone users need to wait for eTransport app, request sent – Vodafone CEO
The rollout of Vodafone Fiji’s new e-Transport app is well underway, with thousands of Android users already accessing its features, while iPhone users must wait for ap
6 days ago
Call for better budget monitoring as communities still rely on river water despite increased allocations
A call is being made for government leaders to ensure more effective monitoring and implementation of national budget allocations, particularly in rural communities where
6 days ago
Student says Commission should consider checking why people are bullying other internet users online
Pacific Nations School student, Isabella Vakarise says the Online Safety Commission should consider checking why people are bullying other internet users online. While
6 days ago

Public consultation on proposed EFL tariff increase to start soon
Public consultation on the proposed Energy Fiji Limited tariff increase will begin soon. Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission CEO Seinikavika Jiuta says EFL had
6 days ago
CFL Gratitude Concert for the 40th anniversary celebrations to be livestreamed this Saturday
The Communications Fiji Limited Gratitude Concert at Albert Park to thank our listeners and followers of FM96, LegendFM, VITIFM, Navtarang, Radio Sargam and fijivillage w
6 days ago
ODPP to strengthen narcotics and civil forfeiture divisions with $8.9M budget allocation
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions will be focusing on resourcing their Narcotics Division and the Civil Forfeiture Division as the office has been allocat
6 days ago

Jurors reach verdict on 4 counts at Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs sex trafficking trial, remain deadlocked on one
Jurors weighing the federal case against Sean “Diddy” Combs told the court they’d reached a verdict on all counts except the RICO conspiracy charge, which had drawn
6 days ago
7 retired nurses join Diabetes Fiji to boost awareness and prevention
Seven retired nurses have volunteered their time and skills to help Diabetes Fiji expand its community health outreach. Executive Director, Marawa Kini says the volunt
6 days ago
BSP warns of online scam and urges public to stay vigilant
People are being urged to remain vigilant following reports of an online scam using false advertisements and phishing messages on Facebook and email regarding Bank of Sou
6 days ago

Of the more than 1 million visitors to Fiji last year, 45% of them were from Australia - Rabuka
Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Sitiveni Rabuka says of the historic over one million visitors to Fiji last year, more than 45 percent of them came from
6 days ago
Vulakoro says CFL has always been there for artists like her from the 1980s to now
Vude Queen, Laisa Vulakoro says Communications Fiji Limited, the parent company of FM96, LegendFM, VITIFM, Navtarang, Radio Sargam and fijivillage, has always been there
6 days ago
Fiji and Australia to collaborate on cybercrime, border security and defence
Fiji and Australia are stepping up their partnership to tackle cybercrime, strengthen border security, and deepen defence cooperation, following high-level talks between
6 days ago

Westpac launches Fiji Female Founders Program to support women-led businesses
Women-led businesses in Fiji are set to receive a significant boost as Westpac Fiji launches its Female Founders Program, designed to empower women entrepreneurs and incr
6 days ago
2 gold medals for Fiji - Yalimaiwai and Mudunasoko win in 50 metres Breaststroke events
Team Fiji secured two gold medals at the Pacific Mini Games in Palau last night, with standout performances from Samuel Yalimaiwai in the Men’s 50 metres Breaststroke a
6 days ago

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Tui Nayau and Tui Lau Installation
The ceremony for the installation of the Tui Nayau Sau ni Vanua o Lau will be held tomorrow, while the installation ceremony of the Tui Lau will be held in Tubou on Thursday.
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Pacific Mini Games in Palau, 2025
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