Following the recent earthquakes in Vanuatu, Digicel Pacific is offering free calls from Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Tonga, and Nauru to Vanuatu from Friday 20th to Fr
The FM96 Big Night Out with Vodafone is back again this year at Albert Park, supported by Kasabias and Medical Services Pacific.
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In the spirit of the festive season, the Fiji Sugarcane Growers Fund has launched a special loan package, the Termite Impact Home Loan for replacement or repair of struct
With just hours to go before the worldwide launch of the first teaser trailer, director James Gunn revealed his approach to the Man of Steel — one that focuses solely o
A Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) C-130J-30 Hercules left New Zealand at first light today and has arrived in Port Vila, with search and rescue equipment and humanita
ANZ Fiji has announced a renewed sponsorship deal with the Fijian Drua, that has now expanded to include the Fijian Drua Women.
ANZ Fiji Country Head, Rabih Yazbek say
A large number of mysterious drones have been reported flying over New Jersey and across the eastern US, sparking speculation and concern over where they came from and wh
Christmas came early for the members of the mataqali Teruku of Doi Village in Ono-i-Lau and two Kadavu villagers after receiving their boats and engines from the Ministry
At least 13 people have died and two others are in critical condition after a collision between a passenger ferry and a navy speedboat near a popular tourist destination
The US Supreme Court has agreed to hear last-ditch legal arguments from TikTok as to why it should not be banned or sold in the US.
The US government is taking action
Dozens of Vanuatu workers returning home from working on orchards and vineyards in New Zealand are stuck in Fiji with commercial flights yet to resume.
Local authoriti
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has today stressed that the government will not interfere with the Commission of Inquiry, nor will they interfere with the functioning of t
Minister for Tourism Viliame Gavoka has confirmed that no illicit substances or methanol were found in the ingredients or liquor substance in the alleged spiked cocktail
Rusiate Tudravu is the newly elected Commissioner of Police, and he will start in the role of Commissioner on February 3rd, 2025.
This was announced by Prime Minister
Termite baiting will now be conducted throughout the country, where families earning less than $30,000 will be provided with baits to destroy termite nests and ensure the
The Commission of Inquiry into the legality of the appointment of Barbara Malimali as Commissioner of FICAC, says today’s FICAC statement appears to be an attempt by Ma
FICAC is reminding the public to allow the Commission of Inquiry to carry out its work as it conducts its enquiries into the process of the appointment of the Commissione
While local authorities conduct their investigations, there is no indication that Bounty Rum was in the affected cocktails, and the exact source of the contamination rema
People in Fiji who are experiencing difficulties reaching their loved ones in Vanuatu following the magnitude 7.3 earthquake are encouraged to contact the Fiji Red Cross
This Christmas has become a bit more special for 600 children of Collection Pillars of Recycling from various areas in Sigatoka, Lautoka, Ba, Rakiraki, and Labasa as they
Great news for the feline residents at the SPCA, as Clothes for Good, Fiji's first-ever not-for-profit pre-loved clothing store, has donated $1,000 to upgrade the shelter
Charges laid on former Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and former Supervisor of Elections Mohammed Saneem by the then Acting DPP John Rabuku were valid.
This has
Opposition MPs, Jone Usamate and Mosese Bulitavu continue to raise issues of concern within the former FijiFirst Party, and have even labelled Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum as a hy
We stand in solidarity with the people of Vanuatu and extend our deepest sympathies to the families that have lost a loved one, and our thoughts and prayers go out to tho
Ambassadors and diplomats have been reminded to move away from the old dirty joke describing them as loyal servants sent abroad to lie for their country.
This has been
Children 17 years and under will soon be banned from accessing pornography online after the National Taskforce to Address Pornography decided to undertake the formation o
Fiji has recorded an offshore earthquake measuring 5.6 on the Richter Scale at about 10.10am this morning.
The Mineral Resources Ministry’s Seismology Department say
As getting in touch with family in Vanuatu is still difficult following the magnitude 7.3 earthquake yesterday, Fijians in Port Vila have been able to get some informatio
The drafting of the Medicinal Cannabis legislation, which will be undertaken in consultation with the Office of the Solicitor – General and the Ministry of Health and M
The death toll in Vanuatu has risen to fourteen following the 7.3 magnitude earthquake yesterday.
Source : World Health Organization
Reports say more than 200 peopl
The Warwick Resort says they are working closely with the authorities to determine the cause of the unfortunate incident regarding seven guests falling ill after allegedl
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says Fiji stands ready to assist its Pacific neighbor in the aftermath of the devastating 7.3 magnitude earthquake that struck earlier yest
As Fijians try to contact their loved ones amid connectivity issues in Vanuatu following a 7.3 earthquake in Port Vila yesterday, Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs L
The National Fire Authority is seriously concerned as they have lost 3 firefighters from toxic smoke in 3 separate incidents in the past 4 months.
The latest officer w
Minister for Tourism Viliame Gavoka confirms that 1 out of 2 guests admitted at the ICU at Aspen Lautoka Hospital has been moved to a normal ward following an alleged spi
Reports are coming through that there is a confirmed death after the earthquake in Vanuatu’s capital, Port Vila.
Local journalist, Dan McGarry confirms that that the
People living in rural and outer islands are going to get assistance through UNFPA’s designing and implementing incubation programs that will foster innovation and sust
In the spirit of the festive season, residents of the Golden Age Home in Samabula enjoyed a refreshing day out at the Yatu Lau Beachfront Picnic Spot in Deuba this month.
A tsunami watch earlier in place for all coastal low lying areas of Fiji following a magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Vanuatu has been cancelled and there is no tsunami warn
Police confirm they are conducting the necessary investigation to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the death of the 41-year-old acting resort manager in Wailoalo
The Fiji Cancer Society has been given yet another boost to assist people fighting cancer as Telecom Fiji has raised $33,420 through it’s Charity Golf Tournament held
This Christmas carries a bittersweet feeling for Tia Tulewa, as her elder son, now working in Suva, will not be with the family but despite his absence, she remains commi
A teacher and a 17-year-old student have been killed and six others are injured in a shooting at a school in Wisconsin.
Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes says the suspe
A 49-year-old man has been arrested after Police Officers discovered five green plants believed to be marijuana in his farm in Nabouwalu, Bua yesterday.
While confirmi
Many students in Fiji are entering secondary school unable to read or write proficiently and there is a need for creative teaching methods to engage students and support
Teachers who have upgraded their qualifications are set to receive long-overdue recognition, with 395 educators receiving 50 percent of their salary upgrade payments this
Three people are dead and six injured after a shooting at a school in Wisconsin.
A juvenile suspect is among the dead following the attack at Abundant Life Christian S
A recent joint operation between the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service, the Fiji Police Force, and the Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji has successfully detected and disr
Checkpoints around the country will remain and Police will continue to carry out this exercise throughout the festive season.
Assistant Commissioner for Police Operati
Three people are dead and six injured after a shooting at a school in Wisconsin, police say
A juvenile suspect is among the dead following the attack at Abundant Life
Minister for Tourism Viliame Gavoka confirms that 5 guests have been discharged following an alleged spiked cocktail incident at Warwick Resort.
Gavoka says one guest
Permanent Secretary for Health, Doctor Jemesa Tudravu says one thing they noticed during the recent Fiji National Immunisation Coverage Survey is the rise in vaccine hesi
Serious concerns are being raised on the increasing number of accidents happening on our roads, especially due to drunk driving during this festive season.
Over the we
A mother and daughter are returning home to Sydney after an “ideal break” turned into a “worst nightmare” when they were hospitalised after a suspected alcohol po
30 female students from across Fiji have been awarded education grants under the 2024 Westpac Women and Girls Education Grant.
Westpac says four women are from the Nor
Violence against children contributes to a wide range of health issues such as alcohol and drug abuse, mental disorders and sexually transmitted infections and costs Fiji
As Fiji continues to navigate social and economic challenges, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has called for peace, unity and strong leadership as it is the critical pilla
The Women Entrepreneurs Business Council under the Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation has announced the results of its recent annual council election, where Vera Chut
The women’s club of Raj Moti Lal Street in Raiwai has undertaken a cleanup initiative on Nairai Road, McFarlane Street, and Kia Street, addressing the accumulation of r
A 40 year old Acting Manager of Crowne Plaza has been found dead in the bathroom.
Police confirm the man's body is at Nadi Hospital mortuary awaiting post mortem.
Minister for Tourism, Viliame Gavoka reassures both local and international visitors to Fiji that the serious health incident that occurred at a resort on the Coral Coast
Permanent Secretary for Health, Doctor Jemesa Tudravu confirms the Ministry is still conducting their investigations into the 7 guests at the Warwick Resort who are still
Deputy Prime Minister, Professor Biman Prasad says he is not sure where Mahendra Chaudhry and Savenaca Narube get the idea that the government cannot do anything about th
The teacher of Lelean Memorial High School, who allegedly assaulted some Year 9 students, has been encouraged by the Nausori Magistrates Court to settle the matter.
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Punjas has unveiled its new $55 million Distribution Centre in Lautoka which is set to become the largest warehouse in the Pacific, with a storage capacity of 24,000 pall
The government is setting expectations its run of budget surpluses is coming to an end, forecasting that a major hit to mining exports in the years ahead will undermine A
The remaining five members of the Bali Nine have returned to Australia after spending two decades in Indonesian prisons, saying they are “immensely grateful” to the c
25 children battling cancer were treated with movie tickets to watch Moana 2, hot lunch and Christmas gifts and a family fun day filled with joy and laughter thanks to B
The Australian Government has updated it’s travel advisory for Fiji as they have stated for Australians travelling to Fiji to be alert to the potential risks around dr
Two Russian oil tankers with 29 crew members on board have been heavily damaged in the Black Sea, triggering an oil spill, authorities in Russia have said.
Footage re
7 guests at the Warwick Resort are admitted at the Lautoka Hospital as it is alleged they consumed a spiked cocktail prepared at a bar at the resort.
Police and the M
ABC News has agreed to pay US$15 million to US President-elect Donald Trump to settle a defamation lawsuit after its star anchor falsely said he had been found "liable fo
From humble beginnings, Tavua farmer, Vinod Kumar is an inspiration to many as he has transformed what was a small enterprise to now supplying more than 100 litres of mi
Addressing the issue of violence against children is not only a collective responsibility that requires everyone to work together for the betterment of children, but it a
A joint committee led by the Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji is stepping up efforts to address the issue of derelict and abandoned ships that remain in Suva Harbour, po
A 37-year-old man from Lautoka is in custody for causing an accident while driving under the influence of alcohol.
According to Police, the man was driving along Sukan
South Korean lawmakers have voted to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol over his failed attempt to impose martial law, which sparked massive protests across the country.
52 children have been diagnosed with Rheumatic Heart Disease following echo screenings conducted in Kadavu this week.
The echo screenings were carried out by the Kadav
The former President of Fiji and Commander-in-Chief of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, Ratu Wiliame Katonivere, was honoured with a farewell Dining-Out at the Offic
In a bold move to provide comprehensive, broad and quality higher education to the maritime areas of Fiji starting in Levuka, the University of Fiji has opened its office
Minister for Lands and Mineral Resources, Filimoni Vosarogo, has refuted claims made by Fiji Times suggesting that the people of Namosi will reject any mining development
12-year-old Samisoni Tagilala, who saved 14 people from drowning while travelling to Tavanuku in Lau, is one of 14 children recognised during UN World Children’s Day.
US President-elect Donald Trump says he wants to end daylight saving time, arguing it is inconvenient and very costly to Americans.
In a post on his platform Truth Soc
62 driver licenses have been cancelled and 21 driver licenses suspended by the Land Transport Authority of Fiji so far this year as they intensify their commitment to roa
The Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission has applauded the Coalition Government’s decision to ban the use of Ferris wheels as a form of public entertain
We need to enhance our service and relationship with the people of Fiji and aim to continue the Reconciliation and Restoration Program early next year while strengthening
Escaped remandee Kilioni Nayavadrega who is charged with murder, is still at large as police are following some leads.
Nayavadrega, who escaped from Saint Giles Hospit
A man and a woman have died in a tragic accident this morning where the driver was allegedly heavily intoxicated.
Police confirm that at about 2am this morning, on Que
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