Ratu Sir Lala Sukuna was a statesman, a scholar, a soldier, and a true servant of the people.
Those was the words of Tui Macuata and former President Ratu Wiliame Kato
The sporting community, alongside the Ministry of Youth and Sports, is mourning the return of the body of a great athlete and Olympian from France, Josaia Raisuqe.
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Great news for civil servants at Lekutu Government Station in Bua and nearby communities as they now have better internet access after connecting to Starlink satellite in
Good news as over a hundred students from the Fiji National University received assistance from Value City in the form of clothes and shoes, helping them face their acade
Australian-born Hollywood actor Chris Hemsworth is currently on vacation in Fiji at an undisclosed location with his family.
The man, widely known as “Thor” in the
To address the growing demand for specialist care across Fiji and the Pacific, the University of Fiji has announced its plans to introduce a Master’s in Orthopedics.
The United Nations human rights experts have written to the Japanese government to express their concerns about the release of more than one million metric tonnes of trea
People travelling along the Suva-Nausori corridor will have to ready for traffic tomorrow morning as the Energy Fiji Limited will be transporting a generator set from th
A call is being made for further training and refreshers for teachers as they need help, especially in communication skills, and there is also a need to look at how teach
Sadly, our education curriculum is silent about our own stories.
That’s the comment of Sau Vaka Culture Consultancy Founder, Simione Sevudredre during a panel discus
Several students from various schools in Suva have raised concerns about the teacher shortage crisis in the country.
While speaking during the public consultation on t
More people will be assisted to start their businesses as there will be an increase in the allocation of Business Start-Up Grants in the upcoming budget.
This revelati
A video circulating on social media showing several men being apprehended in an empty house in Raiwai has raised public concern, however, Police confirm that none of the
Children caught with drugs should be sent to rehabilitation centres, not punished harshly, and there is a need to make the children realise that there’s no place for dr
Kylian Mbappe has won the European Golden Shoe for the first time after scoring twice in Real Madrid's 2-0 defeat of Real Sociedad on Saturday.
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President, Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu has expressed his full support and confirmed his willingness to do his part in the implementation of the Vualiku project that will comm
Fiji has one of the highest rates of diabetes-related amputations in the world, and according to the Ministry of Health, about three procedures are performed daily in ma
People should continue to remain vigilant and take protective measures against dengue fever following more than 7,000 cases reported by the Health Ministry in the last t
A 53-year-old man has been arrested after a car drove into people on Water Street in Liverpool during the city's victory parade.
Thousands had gathered on the streets
About seven people were injured yesterday afternoon and were taken to Labasa Hospital when a bus veered off a bridge near Lekutulevu in Bulileka.
One of the passengers
A 46-year-old man has been charged for allegedly strangling an 11-year-old boy in the middle of a football game at Abbeville Park in Perth.
The alleged incident occurr
Concerns have been raised as four schools in the Western Division have been identified to be infested by termites.
Arya Pratinidhi Sabha of Fiji National President, Ar
A 26-year-old tertiary student has been rescued by a team from Lami Police Station and the National Fire Authority after getting injured on the muddy trails of Mount Koro
The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change is investigating a formal complaint regarding hazardous substances being released into the Sabeto River affecting marine sp
In a confidential session, the University of the South Pacific Council has agreed to initiate the process to appoint the University’s next Vice-Chancellor and President
Fiji Revenue and Customs Service Manager Border charged for his alleged involvement in the unlawful importation of more than 4 kilograms of methamphetamine seized at the
The Land Transport Authority and Pacific Transport are warning the public to beware of a scam currently circulating on Facebook.
LTA says the fraudulent post falsely c
Following the continuous issues faced by people on the ground who deal with the e-transport system every day, a group of concerned citizens are calling for the immediate
A farmer from Yalava, Tabia in Labasa is calling on the Sugar Ministry to order a full investigation after a fire destroyed more than 200 tonnes of sugarcane on his farm.
Suggestions have been made to the Fiji Law Reform Commission to have civil servants be the core people in conducting the elections as volunteers that are being used by th
There are at least 53 tourism investment projects we are looking at, with a proposed investment value of $3.1 billion at different stages.
This has been confirmed by D
In the rush to modernise Fiji's public transport system, we've created a divide that leaves many stranded – literally. The recent chaos at Suva Bus Stand, where hundred
There was an attempt in the country to dilute—and perhaps even remove the teaching of vernacular languages, however, the government is committed to restoring this.
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Deputy Commissioner of Police Juki Fong Chew has retired, marking the end of his policing career with 36 years of experience in the Force.
A farewell ceremony was held
A senior official at the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service has been charged for his alleged involvement in the unlawful importation of more than 4 kilograms of methampheta
Two men have been shot in the middle of Parramatta in western Sydney, leaving one fighting for life.
They are believed to have been in a car with two others when they
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad has paid tribute to the Arya Samaj movement, celebrating its 150-year legacy of education, social r
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad has assured that the new budget would include targeted relief and support for the people.
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An accident involving two vehicles occurred this afternoon at Korovisilou in Serua.
A photo sent to fijivillage News shows one vehicle overturned in a drain while the
66 percent of women did not speak to their employers about adjustments made to support them during menopause.
This has been highlighted by the Ministry of Health’s G
The Pacific Specialist Healthcare CEO, Pravish Kumar has called for tax incentives for health providers serving both; local and foreign patients.
Kumar proposed this d
Good news for Caritas Fiji as they have received tools to help them stay connected and organised during emergencies such as cyclones and floods.
The United States of A
A psychiatrist based in Suva, Doctor Violet Erasito says around 10 percent of women who give birth annually in Fiji are affected with peripartum depression.
Peripartum
A concerned parent in Lautoka has called for moral values to be taught to children starting from Year 1, saying it is crucial for developing positive behaviour.
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Minister for Policing, Ioane Naivalurua and Police Commissioner, Rusiate Tudravu have agreed to conduct an urgent review into the Counter Narcotics Bureau based at the Mi
Great Council of Chiefs Chairman Ratu Viliame Seruvakula says the chiefs have agreed with the people that they would like to see whatever electoral system comes into plac
23 cases of HIV in children have been recorded by the Ministry of Health from January to September 2024.
While speaking at the Fiji Medical Association Central Mini-Co
Despite the rain, spirits remained high as the Cunningham community gathered to officially launch their Family Fun Week — a celebration aimed at strengthening the role
Good news for the people of Yadrana Village in Lau as the Minister for Rural and Maritime Development and Disaster Management, Sakiasi Ditoka has provided them with a tot
Fiji stands at a very pivotal moment as it embarks on a journey towards a digital economy, where innovation and technology can propel and enhance the quality of life for
A total of 115 students have graduated from the cognitive development program offered by the Kimaya Foundation in collaboration with Brighter Minds.
While speaking dur
The Fiji Museum is marking a significant milestone today, celebrating its 70th anniversary at its iconic Thurston Gardens location in Suva.
While speaking to fijivilla
The Fiji National University has officially opened the Natabua Campus branch of the FNU Foundation’s Veilomani Closet, Pantry, and Coffee Forward initiative, marked by
Fijians can now perform deposits, withdrawals and QR Pay transactions at any of Post Fiji’s 58 offices using the SOLE Fintech Fiji platform.
Post Fiji’s Chief Exec
Is the 1997 Constitution still valid and applicable.
That is one of the five questions asked by Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka in the Reference filed in the constitut
Lau Provincial Council Chairman Ratu Meli Saubulinayau supports the representation of women in Parliament, saying that he feels that women should have one-third of the nu
The Fiji Sugar Corporation Ltd confirms that the Rarawai Mill will commence operations for the 2025 crushing season on the 24th of June, in accordance with FSC’s operat
Police are seeking assistance to locate 14-year-old Asiana Radinikara who was reported missing at the Valelevu Police Station.
Radinikara was last seen leaving her Val
It is a new beginning for 132 students as they graduate from Pacific Polytech in Labasa, stepping forwards achieveing big dreams.
While speaking during the graduation
Legendary singer Billy Joel is canceling all scheduled concerts through the summer of 2026 after being diagnosed with a brain disorder.
In a statement shared on his of
Fijians were amazed by the celestial display last night as shooting stars also known as meteor shower lit up the skies in several parts of the country.
The Fiji Meteor
There are discussions underway with Vodafone to include MyCash on the eTransport platform, and if people have a Visa debit card or a normal access card with Visa on it, t
Families in Suva will not have to travel as far as Nausori to cremate their loved ones as the $4.3 million Suva Crematorium Complex and Memorial Gardens has opened in Vat
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka confirms that he has indicated to President, Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu that it might be premature to publicise the full Commission of Inquir
Some parents should be penalised for negligence, perhaps then more parents will take responsibility and ensure they know where their children are.
A concerned parent h
People can hope for some relief as Deputy Prime Minister Professor Biman Prasad says in the upcoming National Budget, they will explore further measures to alleviate cost
We need to remove the immunity provisions to disqualify all coup perpetrators from participating in politics.
Josaia Tokoni from the Fiji Council of Social Services st
Good news for the people of Vanua Levu, as the services of the Land Transport Authority will soon be brought closer to them with the official groundbreaking ceremony of
Counter Narcotics Bureau officer Uraia Tiudamu Bolalailai, charged in relation to the alleged unlawful importation of more than 4 kilograms of methamphetamine, has been r
The Great Council of Chiefs have agreed to set up a new Province called the Colo Province or Yasana o Colo.
This was revealed by the Great Council of Chiefs Chairman
The Fiji Junior Certificate examination needs to be reinstated to better prepare students for the major external examinations in Years 12 and 13.
This has been highlig
All parties represented in Parliament including the People’s Alliance, the National Federation Party, SODELPA, Leader of Opposition Inia Seruitatu’s faction, and Mini
The SPX Annual Awards 2025 will return for the first time after the pandemic and will be held in November.
The South Pacific Stock Exchange says the return of its flag
In a bid to advance climate resilience in Fiji’s most vulnerable communities, the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) in collaboration with the Coalition Government ha
The iTaukei Land Trust Board has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first institution in Fiji and the South Pacific to acquire and operate the Quantum Systems
17 entrepreneurs, including 13 women, received their business training certificates, marking another step forward in Fiji’s effort to empower micro, small, and medium e
30 percent of the Fijian population are diagnosed with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and most of them have their legs amputated or even die from this.
This was revealed b
Another police officer based at the Counter Narcotics Bureau has been charged in relation to the alleged unlawful importation of more than 4 kilograms of methamphetamine
Fijian national and a beloved father and husband, Monitake Karakaua who has not been seen since he was swept off rocks in front of his desperate family has been remembere
Ratu Sukuna Day 2025 will commemorate the extraordinary life and legacy of Ratu Sir Josefa Lalabalavu Vanayaliyali Sukuna, a visionary leader, esteemed scholar, soldier a
As cancer contributes to 11 percent of all deaths in Fiji, the Pacific Specialist Healthcare is planning to bring radiotherapy treatment for cancer patients.
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We want this Constitution gone.
This is the sentiment shared by the Great Council of Chiefs Chairman, Ratu Viliame Seruvakula, while briefing the media after the end o
People can hope for some relief while travelling to work in the morning as trials to ease traffic along the Suva to Nausori corridor is expected to begin on Monday.
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Minister for Lands and Mineral Resources, Filimoni Vosarogo stresses that under the Freehold Buy Scheme, the government will intervene only after a mutual agreement is re
Aspen Medical has opened a new Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory (cath lab) at Lautoka Hospital, which it says signifies an advancement in the provision of world-class c
A concerned school teacher from the Western Division has raised alarm over the growing issue of teacher burnout, citing overwhelming workloads and pressure from parents a
Another man has been charged in relation to the unlawful importation of more than 4 kilograms of methamphetamine seized during a joint operation between the Fiji Police F
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka supports the call that the iTaukei language should be made compulsory from class one to three, and adds the teaching of language should no
The Commission of Inquiry report into the appointment of Barbara Malimali as FICAC Commissioner, was discussed between Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka and President, Ratu
About 4 months since the death of 35-year-old Richard Mock and after questioning 13 police officers, no one has been charged yet.
It is alleged Mock died in Police cus
100,000 passports will be arriving by the end of next week or the first week of June.
While confirming this on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan, Minister f
Sugarcane farmer will get a total of about $7.6 million by next Friday as the Cabinet has endorsed a special cane payment with no deductions from Government to support fa
Two existing classrooms of Saint Thomas Primary School in Lautoka are now having their class in tents due to a severe infestation of termites in their classroom.
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The $4.3 million Suva Crematorium and Memorial Gardens Complex will open at the Vatuwaqa Cemetery tomorrow.
Managing Director of the complex, Diven Prasad says the ref
Pacific Specialist Healthcare (PSH Hospitals) is taking a significant step forward in heart care with Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) treatment services at its hospitals ac
The matter where the government has sought the opinion of the Supreme Court on questions relating to the interpretation or application of the 2013 Constitution will be ca
US singer Chris Brown has been freed on a $5 million bail by a court in London after being charged with inflicting an unprovoked attack in a nightclub in 2023.
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Concerns continue to be raised on the protection of our native language, with the Chairman of the Great Council of Chiefs, Ratu Viliame Seruvakula, saying that it is sad
Telecom Fiji will soon deliver high-speed fibre connectivity and CCTV infrastructure spanning the Suva to Nausori corridor to assist the Police.
The company and the Fi
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