Good news for families who want to conveniently perform the final rites of their loved ones as plans are underway to have gas crematoriums in major districts across Fiji.
The Pre-Trial Conference for Apisai Madigibuli, who allegedly murdered his 25-year-old wife last year, will begin on the 21st of July.
Madigibuli’s lawyer has reques
Vernacular subjects should be made compulsory again and should be brought back to at least up to Year 10 in every school because they hold a lot of importance like the mo
Good news for people as records kept at National Archives of Fiji is being digitized and will be provided online.
While speaking during the 2025 International Archives
There is not enough time to make changes to the 2013 Constitution before the next general elections.
Head of USP Journalism Dr. Shailendra Singh highlighted this at th
In a significant advancement for the Pacific’s digital infrastructure, Telecom Fiji and Google have signed a Strategic Agreement to design, build, and maintain a high-c
Following allegations of mistreatment of patients who suffered minor heart attacks and strokes at the Valelevu Health Centre, Minister for Health Dr Ratu Atonio Lalabalav
The case where former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama and former Police Commissioner Sitiveni Qiliho are charged with abuse of office has been transferred to the High C
About 300 National Guard troops have arrived in Los Angeles on orders from President Donald Trump, staging outside a federal complex that remained largely quiet and witho
Commission of Inquiry Chair and Supreme Court Judge Justice David Ashton-Lewis has revealed to Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka the ‘crocodiles in the pond’ at Rabuka�
In a strong move to bolster refugee protection in the Pacific, Fiji’s Ministry of Immigration, alongside the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), has
The Health Ministry is hoping to receive more funding to battle the increase in HIV cases in the upcoming budget.
Minister for Health Dr Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu says th
Electoral reform is not about political expediency or institutional convenience, it is about ensuring that the voices of all Fijians are heard, respected, and reflected i
31-year-old Neha Nareshma Ganesh, who has a swollen lump in her stomach, is urgently seeking blood donations from the public for her surgery.
Ganesh is currently recei
To tackle regional security, the Fiji National University’s pioneering Bachelor of Border Management (Customs) programme will equip students with the specialised skills
Police are seeking assistance in locating 16-year-old Tulia Delana, who was last seen on Saturday, 7th June 2025, leaving her home in Matintar, Nadi.
Police say Delana
A family has lost everything in an early morning fire in Tovata this morning while their neighbours’ home is partially damaged.
Reports coming in confirm that there
Defeating the Chiefs in Hamilton is always a tough ask, but it's not mission impossible for the ACT Brumbies in next Saturday night's Super Rugby Pacific semifinal.
An
As hundreds of devotees gathered at the Wairuku Gangamma Temple in Rakiraki for the Annual Fire Walking ceremony, Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Sash
That is the request from Isireli Mokunitulevu, a 65-year-old man who owns 5 acres of land in the Davuilevu Farm Road area.
He shares the last government promised farme
The Sugar Cane Growers Council is calling for a higher operational budget and additional subsidies in the upcoming 2025–2026 National Budget, saying the current allocat
Calls have been made to include special development grants for small rural and remote schools in the Education Act to assist them in their development because a lot of sc
The Mining Act should be reviewed to include landowners as beneficiaries
This is the statement by the people of the mataqali Nabukebuke in Namosi, as they continue dis
Six Palestinians have been killed and several others wounded by Israeli gunfire in the latest deadly incident close to an aid distribution centre in southern Gaza.
Th
Colombian presidential candidate Miguel Uribe has been shot at an event in Bogota, according to Colombian national police.
The mayor of Bogota, Carlos Galán says Uri
Following concerns raised about the discharging of wastewater into the Sabeto River on 22nd May 2025, the Ministry of Lands and Mineral Resources, and the Ministry of Env
When food is unsafe due to harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites, or chemical contaminants, it can lead to up to 200 diseases, ranging from minor injuries to life-threaten
Sairusi Ceinaturaga, who allegedly caused the death of a one-year-old boy in Vunidawa Settlement, Cunningham last year, has applied for the second bail application after
Not everything should be free from the government as parents should also be given responsibilities to carry on their shoulders in terms of paying for some of their childr
17-year-old Tauyavu Cakacaka who lives at her uncle’s place in Lami has been missing since 31st May 2025.
Police say Cakacaka was reported missing at the Valelevu Po
The Israeli Government has confirmed that it is arming local militias in Gaza in an effort to counter Hamas in the besieged enclave, as opposition politicians warned that
Fijians gathered in numbers and stood along the King's Highway, the stretch between Koronivia Roundabout Junction and the Rewa Bridge this morning to show their advocacy
In a bid to crack down on the ongoing issues of illegal dumping, the Nasinu Town Council has partnered with Vodafone Fiji to install CCTV cameras in known hotspot areas.
A teacher in Nausori is calling on the government to bring back the repeat policy for students because there have been a lot of freebies given by the government to child
The Vanua of Nabukebuke in Namosi has witnessed the environmental impacts of exploration over the past 60 years, which is why they continue to raise concerns and firmly
The old Birthing Unit building opposite CWM Hospital on Amy Street that was destroyed this morning, is believed to be an act of arson.
It is alleged that a woman was s
Hundreds of people turned up to the International School Suva Fun Day, enjoying exciting activities along with a feast of tasty treats prepared by parents and guardians.
A major new partnership has been announced between the Fiji Museum and EXPLORE Fiji, marking a united commitment to strengthen the role of culture in shaping Fiji’s nat
Good news for families in Saqani Village in the province of Cakaudrove, as they now have access to clean drinking water, however, not too long ago they had to boil water
The reform of the electoral system can be done under the current Constitution before the next general elections.
This has been shared by Jon Fraenkel who is a Professo
No one is above the law and the Ministry of Environment will make sure owners of the vessel that are causing oil spills at the Suva Harbour will be dealt with.
This wa
The old Birthing Unit located on Amy Street, opposite the CWM Hospital morgue has been destroyed in an early morning fire.
Firefighters at the scene told fijivilla
Fathers please be a father to your children and engage with the schools that your children attend.
That is the message from representative of Catholic Education and fo
The trial for the nine people accused in relation to the importation of 4.15 tonnes of methamphetamine in Nadi in December 2023, will begin on Monday.
The four who ple
FMF Foods Limited has signed a strategic sponsorship and partnership agreement with Nadi Festival Trust and Bula Events Group for the upcoming Nadi Bula Festival.
Grou
A Special Taskforce has been established by FICAC to address the backlog of unresolved investigations.
The Taskforce will also be responsible for prioritising active a
There will be no surprises, we will not chop and change tax policies and we are not anticipating any increases in taxes or new taxes.
That is the assurance from Deputy
People’s Alliance Party lawyer, Simione Valenitabua today said in the Supreme Court case dealing with the government’s application to interpret certain constitutional
Do the right thing, or we will close the bridge for your services.
This warning was issued by Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji CEO, Joeli Ratulevu Cawaki when questio
An extraordinary public feud erupted today between the United States of America President, Donald Trump and his one-time ally Elon Musk.
Trump is saying he was “very
A man in his 20s has passed away following an accident near Kalokolevu Village.
Police say the man allegedly lost control of the vehicle he was driving, causing it to
Our national budget must be founded on two core principles – transparency and stability. There will be no hidden messages; there are no hidden resources. You must know
Former National 7s and Flying Fijians rep and Stonewriters Director, Isake Katonibau made an emotional submission to the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Economic Affa
In a meaningful step toward reinforcing its dedication to environmental protection and sustainable development, the University of Fiji joined the global community in cele
The Children’s Ward at the CWM Hospital received a generous donation from Digicel Fiji including five Smart TVs, three unwired broadband modems, and access to DTV strea
Global trends will continue to challenge us — geopolitics, inflation, energy costs, and digital transformation among them but in these challenges, we also find opportun
A sugarcane farmer from Yalalevu, Ba, Arvind Singh is urging the government to increase the budget allocation for the Fiji Police Force to help strengthen safety and secu
11 people have been killed and dozens injured in a crush outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, India, which was hosting a victory parade to celebrate the home tea
Recent statistics have revealed a concerning rise in HIV cases in Fiji, with 1,583 new diagnoses recorded between January and December 2024 - and of these, a staggering 9
Minister for Lands and Mineral Resources, Filimoni Vosarogo presented a matanigasau as a symbol of apology to the mataqali Nabukebuke, however, the mataqali has not agree
An investigation is underway into an alleged burglary at the FICAC warehouse in Raiwai on Tuesday night.
Police say there was forced entry into the premises and a chai
An urgent call is being made to the government to seriously look at increasing the free education grants for early childhood, primary and secondary schools, allowing scho
There has been further developments today as the Commissioner of Police, Rusiate Tudravu confirms a dedicated team from the Criminal Investigations Department has been ta
Ritesh Narayan of Nawaka, Nadi could not hold back his emotions and immediately hugged and touched the feet of cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon Dr Sanjeev Kumar Khulbe
Siromi Turaga has been appointed as Acting Attorney General for now but the Prime Minister will still wait for the outcome of the Commission of Inquiry report.
Prime M
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka met with the Commander of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, Major General Ro Jone Kalouniwai and Minister for Defence, Pio Tikoduadua
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka met with the Deputy Prime Ministers, Manoa Kamikamica, Professor Biman Prasad and Viliame Gavoka this morning, where he has advised them t
Edward Nand, Viliame Vulawalu, Semi Naisevunivai have pleaded not guilty to the murder of Afroz Khan between November 27th and December 12th last year.
The State couns
The President of the Fiji Women’s Mushroom Association and a successful dairy and mushroom farmer from Naitasiri, Seruwaia Kabukabu, is urging the government to offer f
People can expect a continuity of current financial policies in the 2025-2026 National Budget as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad say
There are currently 5,280 Fijians working under the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility Scheme in Australia, according to records taken in February 2025, making Fiji the se
The Commander of the Republic of Military Forces, Major General Ro Jone Kalouniwai met with Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka at the Government Buildings in the last hour.
A Lautoka farmer is requesting the government to allocate specific funding for the construction of boreholes in the Viseisei area as part of the upcoming 2025–2026 Nati
Expect heavy rain and flash flooding as a heavy rain alert remains in force for the Fiji Group.
The Nadi Weather Office says that a trough of low pressure, accompanied
Deputy Prime Ministers, Manoa Kamikamica, Professor Biman Prasad and Viliame Gavoka met with Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka at the PM’s Office this morning.
They di
After issues raised from the consultation on the review of the Education Act 1966 on the need for schools to have qualified counsellors, the Ministry is addressing this i
Minister for Justice, Siromi Turaga has been appointed as Acting Attorney General.
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka has made the appointment after the dismissal of Grah
Parents should receive professional development along with teachers to better understand learning disabilities.
Proposed Kingdom Fiji Party General Secretary, Paul Mor
The removal of the Lomaiviti Princess 2 from Suva Port is within the rights of Fiji Ports.
This has been confirmed by Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji CEO, Joweli Caw
There is good news for life insurance policyholders as BSP Life has announced $43.8 million in bonuses to eligible policyholders for the 2024 financial year.
BSP Life
The Ministry for Education is looking forward to a positive budget for the retention of teachers and to continue the social assistance to students to allow them to attend
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka says he will only take action against other cabinet ministers if the result of any subsequent investigations find culpability in their act
The Anti–Scam Taskforce is urgently warning members of the public, particularly iPhone users, to remain vigilant against a new and deceitful scam being circulated throu
The Fiji Bus Operators Association states that they strongly support the continuation of the e-ticketing system as it promotes fairness, accountability, and sustainabilit
Get ready to pay more for powdered milk due to the significant increase in cost of sourcing it from New Zealand
The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission is warni
Many people, including students from 13 schools, will gather along the Kings Highway from the Koronivia Roundabout to the Rewa Bridge this Saturday for the Pacific Recyc
Another life has been lost on our roads following an accident along Rewa Street.
Police say the victim, a man in his 30s, was a passenger in a vehicle driven by a man
37 senior National Fire Authority officers have graduated as part of the second cohort who completed intensive training in Urban Search and Rescue Level 1 and Swift Water
As we get ready for the 2025/2026 National Budget announcement at the end of this month, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Prasad says when addres
An 18-year-old man has been charged for allegedly breaking into a home on Namena Road in Raiwasa.
Police say quick action and thorough investigations by officers in th
A Heavy Rain Alert is now in force for the whole of Fiji.
The Nadi Weather Office says a trough of low pressure associated with cloud and rain is approaching Fiji from
A dalo exporter from Viria, Naitasiri, Timoci Sigisiga Tarai, is calling on the government to provide support to farmers and not to regulate the export price of dalo.
Calls are being made to allow schools run by faith-based organisations to charge admission and enrolment fees to help maintain the schools, and for the Government to incr
Following 4 confirmed cases of meningococcal disease and the death of a child between April 21st and May 5th in the Central Division, no other cases have been confirmed a
Former President of the Fiji Principals Association and representative of Catholic Education, Ben Salacakau and parent, lawyer and Chinese Education Society representativ
With the overdue renewal of the Namosi Joint Venture Special Prospecting License, the government will meet with the Namosi Village tomorrow to continue their discussion.
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