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19/11/2024

Vodafone Fiji's internet service restored

Vodafone Fiji has restored internet service in the Central Division after it faced intermittent data and MPAiSA issues earlier this morning. Their internet service was

Vodafone Business Feature

8 days ago

We are puzzled why some allocations for Saint Giles Hospital was reduced – Dr Vakamocea

The Fiji Medical Association says they are very concerned and puzzled on why the budget in certain areas for Saint Giles Hospital was reduced when it is the only psychiat

Straight-Talk Health Feature

8 days ago

Tabuya urges stronger action to combat gender-based violence and women empowerment in the Pacific

Gender-based violence remains a critical concern and there is an need for stronger legislation, digital safety measures, and survivor-centred services to combat these cha

Gender-Based -Violence

8 days ago

Goundar wins the Hotel Chef category at the 2024 HM Awards for Hotel and Accommodation Excellence

Anesh Anushal Goundar a chef at InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa has won the Hotel Chef category at the prestigious 2024 HM Awards for Hotel and Accommodation

Tourism

8 days ago

Man in custody for alleged church sacrilege in Samabula, suspect assaulted

A man is in custody for alleged sacrilege of a church in Samabula, where he is also being treated as a victim of assault. Police say the 38-year-old suspect is alleged

Police

8 days ago

GGGI and Govt collaboration aims to advance Fiji’s leadership in global climate action

In a bid to advance Fiji’s leadership in global climate action, Head of Delegation and Deputy Director-General of the Global Green Growth Institute(GGGI) Helena McLeod

Climate-Change

8 days ago

3 arrested for possession of illicit drugs and drinking in public place

3 people have been arrested by the Ba Police for unlawful possession of illicit drugs and 8 cases of drinking in public places in Ba over the weekend. This comes after

Ba Drugs

8 days ago

OHS completes investigation into Sigatoka resort after Japanese tourist drowns

The Ministry of Employment’s Occupational Health and Safety Division have completed their investigations into the the claims that there weren’t enough resources to as

OHS Drowning

8 days ago

Deportation proceeding underway for adult stars Bonnie Blue and Annie Knight

The deportation proceeding is now underway for adult stars, Tia Emma Billinger aka Bonnie Blue and Annie Knight after Minister for Immigration, Pio Tikoduadua declared Bl

Sex-Tourism Feature

8 days ago

New hope for Sharma and Nasilasila after lifesaving heart surgeries

Having fought bravely through their heart conditions, 4-year-old Janvika Nalini Sharma and 12-year-old Mereani Roro Nasilasila have now received life-saving surgeries at

Sai-Prema-Foundation

8 days ago

FRA to conduct construction work for Nadi Town traffic layout change

The Fiji Roads Authority will be carrying out Local Area Traffic Management trials in the Nadi Town area aimed at alleviating traffic congestion. They say this to faci

FRA

8 days ago

Termites invade Labasa Town, authorities call for immediate action

Termites have surpassed the red zone areas around Labasa and have started to enter Labasa Town, and authorities are working on the issue. Labasa Town Council Special A

Termites

8 days ago

Tikoduadua signs prohibition orders for adult stars banned from Australia that came into Fiji on Sunday

Minister for Immigration, Pio Tikoduadua has signed prohibition orders for the two adult stars banned from Australia that are now in the country. Tikoduadua says the t

Sex-Tourism Feature

8 days ago

Fiji has suffered over $1 billion loss in sugar industry due to climate change – Sugar Minister

Over the past decades, Fiji has suffered over $1 billion in financial losses in the sugar industry alone due to climate change. Minister for Sugar Industry, Charan Je

Sugar Government

8 days ago

USP academics featured in global Top 2% Scientists List 2024

The University of the South Pacific (USP) academics are once again featured in the global Top 2% Scientists List based on their citations and publications. Professor Ahme

Armed gunmen loot more than 100 aid trucks in Gaza, according to the United Nations

More than 100 aid trucks carrying desperately needed supplies in Gaza have been "violently looted", according to the United Nations' Palestinian aid agency. The convoy

abc-news

8 days ago

Child abuse crisis : 68% of cases involve neglect, physical and sexual abuse

68 percent of child abuse in the country were child neglect, physical abuse, and sexual abuse, 73 percent of the perpetrators are known to the victims and 50 percent are

Child-Abuse

8 days ago

We have been warned about the adult stars banned from Australia and they are to be prevented from entering Fiji - Tikoduadua

Following revelations that Nottingham adult star and sex worker, Bonnie Blue who has been banned from Australia over plans to visit the Gold Coast during Schoolies Week,

Government Sex-Tourism Feature

8 days ago

18/11/2024

Adult star banned from Australia in Fiji for Schoolies Week offering to have sex with 18 yr old boys

There is major controversy as Nottingham adult star and sex worker, Bonnie Blue who has been banned from Australia over plans to visit the Gold Coast during Schoolies Wee

Sex-Tourism Feature

9 days ago

3 men in custody after Nadonumai drug raid

3 men have been arrested and remain in custody at the Lami Police Station after a joint task force comprising of officers from the Police Mobile Force, Fiji Detector Dog

Drugs Police Feature

9 days ago

Chaudhry and Narube to collaborate for the 2026 General Election

Fiji Labour Party Leader, Mahendra Chaudhry will collaborate with Unity Fiji Leader, Savenaca Narube for the Local Government Elections and 2026 General Elections. Chau

Fiji-Labour-Party Unity-Fiji

9 days ago

Victim of alleged police officer assault to be transferred to CWM Hospital for surgery

Vilikesa Bari, the young man who was allegedly assaulted by a police officer in Nausori over the weekend, will be transferred to the CWM Hospital later today for surgery

CWM-Hospital Health

9 days ago

Meth, alcohol abuse and street fights a concern for Ba Town – Chamber of Commerce

Serious concerns are being raised about methamphetamine usage in Ba Town, fights occurring on the streets following the opening of nightclubs, and the consumption of alco

9 days ago

Super-bugs continue to be detected at CWM multiple times in a year, no option to close the hospital – Dr Vakamocea

There is no other option but to live with the super-bugs detected multiple times in a year at the acute wards at CWM Hospital because it is the only facility which provid

CWM-Hospital Health Feature

9 days ago

Alan Jones charged over allegations that he indecently assaulted young men

Former broadcaster and Wallabies coach Alan Jones has been charged with 24 offences against eight alleged victims spanning two decades after a lengthy police investigatio

World-News

9 days ago

30 Chinese companies to showcase investment opportunities at Chinese Trade Exhibition

Thirty leading Chinese companies are set to participate in a two-day Chinese Trade Exhibition at the Vodafone Arena, starting this Thursday. Deputy Representative of

China

9 days ago

Remittance growth to slow as migration trends shift – ANZ economists

As the number of Fijians leaving the country to work in Australia and New Zealand is gradually slowing down, remittances is expected to stagnate by 2024-2025. This has

Economy

9 days ago

GCC working with RFMF and FNU to provide training for future leaders

The Great Council of Chiefs is working closely with the Republic of the Fiji Military Forces and the Fiji National University in providing training for young future leade

GCC RFMF FNU

9 days ago

Missing taxi driver found in the West

A taxi driver who was missing since the 4th of November, has been found. Assistant Commissioner of Police Operations, Livai Driu says investigations conducted by CID E

Police Feature

9 days ago

20 at risk healthcare facilities identified for infrastructural improvement

Twenty at risk healthcare facilities have been identified for infrastructural improvement to address flood-resistant infrastructure to be able to withstand extreme weathe

Health

9 days ago

Get treated now, pay later incentive at PSH - Founder

Fijians will no longer need to travel all the way to India and spend around $50,000 to get bypass surgery, thanks to Pacific Specialist Healthcare Hospital (PSH), which n

Health

9 days ago

Alan Jones arrested for sex abuse claims

Veteran Australian broadcaster and former Wallabies coach Alan Jones has been arrested after an investigation into a series of sexual abuse allegations. New South Wale

World-News

9 days ago

106 Fijian families to leave for Australia to reunite with their loved ones working under PALM Scheme

106 families are set to be reunited with their loved ones, who have been working under the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme, a move aimed at easing the soc

Family Palm-Scheme Feature

9 days ago

Chaudhry is least qualified to talk about transparency and accountability - NFP President

Fiji Labour Party Leader, Mahendra Chaudhry is least qualified to talk about transparency and accountability when he himself has been convicted of financial impropriety a

NFP FLP

9 days ago

Tanzania building collapse kills 13 people, race to save those trapped

Tanzanian rescue workers are continuing to search for trapped survivors in a collapsed building which killed 13 people. The four-storey block came down at around 9am l

abc-news

9 days ago

FRCS engages with businesses and stakeholders in the Northern Division for better growth

As part to strengthen collaboration and to grow a trusted partnership with stakeholders and businesses, the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service organised forums to assist th

FRCS

9 days ago

Māori protests in NZ are about to get bigger and one person is being blamed

When Māori Party MP Hana-Rāwhiti Maipi-Clarke rose to her feet inside the New Zealand parliamentary chamber, began to perform a haka and ripped up the piece of legislat

abc-news

9 days ago

Jai Opetaia called out by unified cruiserweight world champion Gilberto Ramírez

Unified cruiserweight world champion Gilberto Ramírez has laid down a challenge to Australian boxer Jai Opetaia following the Mexican's victory over British fighter Chri

abc-news Boxing

9 days ago

Police officer under investigation for alleged assault in Nausori

A police officer is under investigation for allegedly assaulting a man in Nausori over the weekend. Acting Commissioner of Police Juki Fong Chew has directed the Direc

Police

9 days ago

13 students from Naitasiri receiving medical treatment after early morning accident

Thirteen students from a school in Naitasiri are currently receiving treatment at the Vunidawa Hospital following an accident in Navuniasi in Naitasiri after 7am today.

Accident Police Feature

9 days ago

How Elon Musk got even richer after Donald Trump's election win

Elon Musk is the world's richest man and his new proximity to the White House is, for now, making him even wealthier and more powerful. The tech tycoon is believed to

World-News

9 days ago

Failure to enforce tobacco control fuels NCDs surge in Fiji – Dr Vakamocea

Fiji’s lack of full adherence to the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control is driving a sharp increase in non-communicable diseases, putting more pressure on the coun

Straight-Talk Feature

9 days ago

17/11/2024

Vuto to focus on restoring the image of Christ in the Methodist Church in Fiji

Hundreds of people from the Methodist Church in Fiji attended the Ordination Service of Jone Vuto as the Vice President of the Church at Centenary Church in Suva today.

Church

10 days ago

10 newborns die in Indian hospital fire

At least 10 newborns have died in a fire at a hospital in northern India after a fire broke out in the neonatal ward. Chaos and panic ensued as the fire spread, relati

World-News

10 days ago

Totogo Reservoir Upgrade project will commence after Christmas - WAF

Great news for the people of Levuka as the construction works for the Totogo Reservoir Upgrade project will commence next month. The Water Authority of Fiji Executive

WAF Water

10 days ago

80 families in Korovuto set to receive safe water supply after 13-year struggle

80 families in Korovuto Settlement Nadi may soon see an end to their 13-year struggle for clean and safe water, as plans are underway to connect them to the main water su

WAF Water

10 days ago

Most diabetic patients present late to the hospital – Dr Qereqeretabua

CWM Hospital General Surgeon Dr. Timoci Qereqeretabua says one of the challenges they are facing when it comes to diabetes is that a lot of people present themselves late

Health Feature

10 days ago

14-year-old student, missing since Friday afternoon

Police are seeking assistance in locating 14-year-old Seasea Wakanise Tavoli, who has been missing since Friday afternoon. Police say Tavoli has not returned home afte

Missing-Person

10 days ago

Eight dead after stabbing at school in eastern China

Eight people have died, and 17 others were injured following a stabbing incident outside a school in eastern China. According to a statement from local police, a 21-ye

World-News

10 days ago

Ofakilomaloma Swan and Penina Cirikiyasawa appointed to USP and FNU Councils

Ofakilomaloma Swan and Penina Cirikiyasawa have been appointed as the newest members of the governing councils for two of Fiji's premier institutions, the University of t

Education

10 days ago

Fiji could lose 4% of GDP to climate change by 2100 without urgent investment

Fiji risks of losing 4 percent of its GDP by 2100 due to climate change unless it urgently invests in adaptation. This concern was highlighted by the Deputy Prime Mini

Climate-Change

10 days ago

Diabetes accounts for 70% of all deaths each year in Fiji - Vosarogo

Diabetes accounts for 70 percent of all deaths each year, and a significant portion of our population has diabetes and hypertension before developing complications from b

Diabetes Feature

10 days ago

Flying Fijians escape jaws of defeat after coming from behind to beat Spain 33-19

The Fiji Water Flying Fijians escaped the jaws of defeat after coming from behind to secure a 33-19 win over Spain in their 3rd match of the Autumn Nations Series this m

Rugby-Union Flying-Fijians Feature

11 days ago

16/11/2024

Trump cabinet picks battle misconduct claims and controversy

US President-elect Donald Trump’s campaign is circling the wagons around several of his cabinet nominees as they come under heavy scrutiny, including claims of miscondu

World-News

11 days ago

29 year old staff of Lomaiviti Princess 8 missing after being swept by strong currents

A 29 year old staff of the vessel, Lomaiviti Princess 8 is missing and the search continues for him. Police say whilst trying to swim after their small dingy boat that

Police Feature

11 days ago

People want the transparency and accountability they voted for – Chaudhry

People who voted for change hoped for a transition to open, clean, democratic, and people-based governance, and they were committed to upholding the rule of law and good

FLP

11 days ago

Ageing facilities at CWM Hospital to be addressed through new development plan

The Fiji Medical Association hopes that a new sister hospital will be completed soon to support the ageing infrastructure of the Colonial War Memorial Hospital. While

Straight-Talk

11 days ago

GCC Chair wants iTaukei language teaching to be made compulsory and Govt to bring back iTaukei Affairs scholarships

Great Council of Chiefs Chair Ratu Viliame Seruvakula says language is our identity, and if we lose that, we are losing a part of us. Speaking to fijivillage News on t

Government GCC Feature

11 days ago

At least 12 paramedics killed in Israeli strike

At least 12 paramedics have been killed in the latest Israeli strike on a Lebanese civil defence centre. The World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General, Tedros A

World-News

11 days ago

Stop reckless driving behaviour and disregard for road safety rules - LTA

After the horrific accident that occurred near Lokuya Hill before Verata Junction along Kings Road that caused eight people to be admitted to the Korovou Health Centre, t

LTA Roads

11 days ago

PSC to advertise vacant PS roles beginning of next year

The Public Service Commission plans to advertise the vacant Permanent Secretary roles at the beginning of next year to appoint qualified individuals to permanent position

Government

11 days ago

Pacific Specialist Healthcare begins open-heart surgeries

Great news for Fijians as the Pacific Specialist Healthcare (PSH Hospitals) has completed its first open-heart surgery, performed with a flawless 100 percent success rate

Health Feature

11 days ago

Chinese Government wants to improve the academic level of children in Fiji

The Embassy of the People’s Republic of China says it continues to help children in Fiji as they reached out to the Christian Mission Fellowship Primary School enhancin

Education

11 days ago

Radrodro warns Heads of Schools and Management Committees on mismanagement of free education grant

The Minister for Education Aseri Radrodro is warning Heads of Schools and Management Committees that the responsibility for school maintenance and planning falls to them

Education

11 days ago

13 people including 3 students in custody for possession of meth and marijuana

13 people, including 3 students, were arrested yesterday after they were found to be in possession of illicit drugs. Fiji Police Force Assistant Commissioner of Police

Police Drugs Feature

11 days ago

RSL transport resumes for Natusara students in Kadavu

Transport services for Natusara Village School students in Kadavu have resumed, ensuring they will not miss exams due to recent disruptions. Education Minister Aseri R

Education Transport

11 days ago

Naivalurua resigns from FASANOC board after failed Pacific Games bid, FASANOC board to meet today on the major failure

As the FASANOC board gets ready to meet today to discuss the matters regarding Fiji’s failed bid to host the 2031 Pacific Games, one of the FASANOC Vice Presidents, Ioa

FASANOC Feature

11 days ago

15/11/2024

Mangal urges family, church, and community to combat Fiji’s drug crisis

Family values; the family, friends, mentors and the church play an important role to reverse the drug crisis our nation is facing today and most forms of addictions are t

Drugs

12 days ago

8 people rushed to the Korovou Hospital after horrific accident near Lokuya Hill

Eight people have been taken to the Korovou Hospital after their involvement in an accident around midday today. Police say a container trailer was involved in an acc

Accident

12 days ago

USP Council is due to meet this month - Radrodro

Minister for Education Aseri Radrodro has confirmed that the USP Council will be meeting this month to discuss the issues regarding USP. He says part of the program of

USP

12 days ago

Fijian economy forecast to grow by 3.8%, an upward revision from the 2.8% earlier projected - Ali

The Fijian economy is now forecast to grow by 3.8 percent in 2024, an upward revision from the 2.8 percent projected in June this year. Chair of the Macroeconomic Comm

Economy Feature

12 days ago

Prof. Prasad urges world leaders to increase climate financing for SIDS

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad is urging world leaders to agree on the New Collective Quantified Goal on Climate Finance as it cann

COP29

12 days ago

Lawmakers stage Maori protest in NZ parliament during race relations debate

A vote in New Zealand’s parliament was suspended, and two lawmakers were ejected yesterday when the parliament erupted over a controversial proposed law redefining the

Regional

12 days ago

Fiji’s healthcare system is struggling as nurse shortages leave patients and staff overwhelmed – Dr Vakamocea

Fiji Medical Association President, Doctor Alipate Vakamocea admits they are struggling with the provision of healthcare service delivery due to theshortage of nurses.

Health Feature

12 days ago

FPSA workshop looks at direct implications of climate change on Fiji's public services

Public Service Commission Chairman Luke Rokovada says the Capacity Building and Strategic Plan Consultation Workshop provides an important opportunity to take an honest l

FPSA

12 days ago

NFA urges Govt. to invest in fire safety for schools

The National Fire Authority is calling on the Government to put some urgency in terms of investing in fire safety for schools after a fire broke out this morning at John

Fire Feature

12 days ago

Verma family receives death threats after viral video of security officer

The Verma family is facing a series of death threats after posting a viral video online involving a 62-year-old security officer last Saturday, and they have reported the

Police Social-Media

12 days ago

Criminal organizations dealing with meth and cocaine now targeting Pacific’s transit countries including Fiji

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime says criminal organizations that were strategically targeting lucrative markets in Australia and New Zealand ― where the st

Police Feature

12 days ago

Students of John Wesley Primary and College evacuated safely

Students of John Wesley Primary School and John Wesley College have been safely evacuated after a fire broke out this morning at the Home Economic classroom. The Natio

Fire Feature

12 days ago

NFA acts quickly to contain a fire at John Wesley College

The National Fire Authority has contained the fire at the John Wesley College along Grantham Road in Raiwaqa. fijivillage has established that the building on fire was

Fire

12 days ago

Its a bit too early for GCC to be self-dependent – Ratu Viliame

It will take a few years for the Great Council of Chiefs to become self-dependent after the Chair Ratu Viliame Seruvakula revealed that it is a bit too early to try and c

GCC

12 days ago

Prof. Prasad urges donor support for Pacific Resilience Facility to help vulnerable communities

A call is being made to the key donors and investors to contribute to the Pacific Resilience Facility that will help vulnerable Pacific people exposed to climate change a

COP29

12 days ago

ACP Driu highlights ongoing issues in Nadonumai as residents report open drug sales and safety concerns

Assistant Police Commissioner Operations (ACP) Livai Driu has highlighted ongoing issues in Nadonumai, including school dropouts, house break-ins, drug and alcohol-relate

Police Feature

12 days ago

Israeli airstrike kills 15 people and 16 injured in Damascus, Syria

Fifteen people were killed and 16 others injured in Israeli strikes on Damascus in Syria, marking one of the deadliest strikes in months to hit the Syrian capital. Rep

World-News

12 days ago

Nasinu Town Council calls for tougher penalties and litter act reform to combat illegal dumping

In a bid to combat illegal dumping, Nasinu Town Council’s Executive Chairman and Administrator, Felix Magnus is urging the government to support councils in creating a

Nasinu

12 days ago

2-day GCC meeting cost $200k – GCC Chair

2The two-day Great Council of Chiefs meeting at the Grand Pacific Hotel cost the iTaukei Trust Fund around $200,000. This was revealed by the Chair of the GCC Ratu Vil

GCC Feature

12 days ago

14/11/2024

Yaqona sessions and kava barrels are breaking families in Fiji – Akauola

People who are knocking off from work and going directly to the yaqona session is a concern because it is breaking families, the government has to note this because if fa

Straight-Talk

13 days ago

MOH always out of med stock as they have to get 3 quotes when they run out – Dr Vakamocea

The process that Government and the Ministry of Health are using when it comes to the Fiji Procurement Office and the Ministry of Finance is that they have to get three q

Straight-Talk

13 days ago

Anyone found engaging in drug-related activities will not be allowed to live in the province – Tui Namosi

The Turaga na Tui Namosi, Ratu Suliano Matanitobua, has issued a stern warning to anyone from his province thinking of engaging in drug-related activities that they will

GCC Feature

13 days ago

If no change to the Mining Act, I won’t allow any mining in Namosi – Ratu Suliano

The Turaga na Tui Namosi Ratu Suliano Matanitobua has made a strong and bold statement that they will only talk about investments in mining in their province if there is

GCC Feature

13 days ago

Shona Amputch selected for specialist training in India to advance children’s healthcare in Fiji

Shona Amputch is happy to be one of the five nurses at Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital selected to participate in a free specialist medical training program in India

Nursing

13 days ago

PRF launches Christmas Gift and Stationary Drive to bring joy to children of recycling workers

The children of Collection Pillars of Recycling have a little something to look forward to this holiday season as Pacific Recycling Foundation has launched its Annual Chr

PRF Christmas

13 days ago

Taxi driver missing since last Monday

The search is underway for a taxi driver who has been missing since last Monday. His taxi was found abandoned in Suva City last Tuesday. 41-year-old Arvin Chand was

Missing-Person Feature

13 days ago

Kalesi Volatabu selected as one of 17 Indigenous changemakers for the 2025 Atlantic Fellows for Social Equity program

Drug Free World Fiji founder, Kalesi Volatabu has been selected as one of 17 Indigenous and Pacific changemakers for the 2025 cohort which is part of the Atlantic Fellows

Drug-Free-World-Fiji

13 days ago

Disconnection between the Vanua, businesses and the provincial councils – GCC Chair

There is a missing link between businesses and the provincial councils, and today, the Great Council of Chiefs will discuss those missing links and try to connect the do

GCC

13 days ago

Two passengers still admitted with serious injuries at Lautoka Hospital

Two passengers remain hospitalized with serious injuries at Lautoka Hospital after a Goundar Shipping bus collided with a 4x4 vehicle at Vitogo, Lautoka. Police say s

Accident

13 days ago

Bail denied for alleged wife killer Apisai Madigibuli

27-year-old Apisai Madigibuli's bail has been denied in the matter where he is alleged to have murdered his 25-year-old wife in April this year. Madigibuli who is char

Court

13 days ago

Issuance of official passports to be amended

Cabinet has agreed to amend the issuance of official passports for senior categories of officials for official purposes and for the duration of their appointments. The

Immigration Government

13 days ago

$304.4M in concessional loans and grants secured for four bridges

$304.4 million in funding has been secured in concessional loans and grants for four bridges that have been identified under the Fiji - Critical Bridges Resilience Projec

Feature Government

13 days ago

Remains of the late Cpl Sefanaia Sukanaivalu to be repatriated in June 2025 from PNG to Fiji

The remains of the late Corporal Sefanaia Sukanaivalu (VC) is expected to be repatriated in June 2025 from Papua New Guinea to Fiji. This has been endorsed by the Cabi

Feature RFMF

13 days ago

Woman to appear in Nabouwalu Magistrates Court for allegedly scamming victim of $165

A 40-year-old woman, who is facing charges of obtaining financial advantage, will appear in the Nabouwalu Magistrates Court today. Police say on July 24th this year, t

Court

13 days ago

Health Ministry silent on reason for limited HIV medication supply

Serious questions are being raised about what led to the limited supply of crucial HIV medication, prompting the Health Ministry to regulate its distribution. This com

Health Feature

13 days ago

LTA CEO urges caution after King's Road crash that sends 18 passengers to hospital

Failure to follow road safety measures led to a serious accident yesterday afternoon on King’s Road, Vitogo, Lautoka where a bus collided with a 4x4 vehicle, hospitalis

Accident LTA

13 days ago

13/11/2024

Bala asks who are these sources that covered 91% of costs while DPM Prasad says Bala should do some research

Deputy Leader of the Opposition Parveen Bala says the recent statement by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Professor Biman Prasad, regarding Fiji’s COP 29

COP29

14 days ago

GCC members hope for a review of the 2013 Constitution

The Great Council of Chiefs hopes that the 2013 Constitution will be reviewed after the Solicitor General updated the members in today’s meeting that removing laws will

Constitution GCC Feature

14 days ago

Residents from Lami to Nausori likely to face water cuts due to water turbidity

Thousands of residents living in areas between Lami to Nausori are likely to face water cuts due to a steady increase in raw water turbidity levels over the past three da

Water

14 days ago

18 people undergoing treatment after bus collides with 4x4 vehicle in Lautoka

18 people are currently being treated at the Lautoka Hospital after a Goundar Shipping bus collided with a 4x4 vehicle this afternoon. Police have yet to confirm the c

Accident

14 days ago

Barriers to digital finance leave vulnerable Fijians struggling

Vulnerable groups across Fiji—including elderly villagers, low-income families and rural communities face significant obstacles in accessing digital financial services.

Consumer-Council

14 days ago

Education Ministry investigates alleged grant misuse and workplace harassment at Ba school

The Ministry of Education is investigating allegations of misuse of the Free Education Grant and workplace harassment at a primary school in Ba, following claims by a for

Education

14 days ago

Bureau of Stats completes Employment and Unemployment Survey, report expected mid 2025

The Fiji Bureau of Statistics has completed its Employment and Unemployment Survey last month, wrapping up a data collection activity that took a year to complete. Fij

Bureau-of-Stats

14 days ago

Doctor Alipate Vakamocea to appear on fijivillage Straight Talk with Vijay Narayan at 7 tonight

Fiji Medical Association President, Doctor Alipate Vakamocea will appear on fijivillage Straight Talk with Vijay Narayan at 7 tonight. Minister for Health Doctor Ratu

Straight-Talk

14 days ago

Parents pushing children to go out and sell drugs – Father Sigarara

A qualified psychologist has raised concerns on how our society, that professes to be Christian, have become so cold that even parents and adults are pushing children to

Drugs Feature

14 days ago

Against all odds: 15-year-old to fly Fiji’s flag in AFL tournament

15-year-old Manasa Bukawaqa Katonivere is preparing for an opportunity he could have only dreamed of months ago. Soon, he will be on a plane to Brisbane, representing

AFL Feature Community

14 days ago

GCC completes discussion on review of iTaukei Administration and economic empowerment paper

As the Great Council of Chiefs meeting is underway at the Grand Pacific Hotel, the delegates have completed their discussion on the review of the iTaukei Administration o

GCC

14 days ago

US Secretary of Defence to make historic visit to Fiji

US Secretary of Defence Lloyd J. Austin III will depart this week for a trip to Fiji, Australia, the Philippines and Laos, to participate in a series of bilateral and mul

Foreign-Affairs Feature

14 days ago

FICAC received 39 complaints last month with 12 under investigation

The Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption has confirmed that they received 39 complaints last month where 12 complaints were corruption-related in nature and we

FICAC

14 days ago

Passengers have the right to receive taxi receipts - Consumer Council of Fiji

The Consumer Council of Fiji is reminding members of the public that all passengers have the right to receive a receipt for their taxi journey. According to the Counci

Consumer-Council

14 days ago

Over $200,000 paid to 2023 flood victims through Pacific Insurance Climate Programme - RBF Governor

Following the flooding in early 2023, more than $200,000 was paid to the affected people through the UNCDF's Pacific Insurance and Climate Adaptation Programme. Rese

RBF

14 days ago

Radradra cops 3-match suspension following his red card against Wales

Fiji Water Flying Fijians star outside back Semi Radradra will no longer take further part in the Flying Fijians’ remaining test matches after copping a 3-match suspens

Flying-Fijians Feature

14 days ago

Few roads in Central and Eastern Divisions closed due to heavy rain

A few roads in the Central and Eastern Divisions are closed due to flooding from recent heavy rainfall. The Fiji Roads Authority says Vatuwaqa Crossing along Serea Bac

Roads Weather

14 days ago

Power restored after lightning strike at Monasavu causes power disruption in Central and Western Division

Energy Fiji Limited has confirmed that power has been restored in areas affected by power outages in the Central and Western Divisions this morning. EFL says there was

EFL

14 days ago

USP academics featured in global Top 2% Scientists List 2024

The University of the South Pacific (USP) academics are once again featured in the global Top 2% Scientists List based on their citations and publications. Professor A

Unexpected fault causes power disruptions in parts of Central and Western Division

An unexpected fault has caused disruption to the power supply which has affected customers in some parts of the Central and Western Division this morning. This has bee

EFL

14 days ago

Fiji Institute of Medical Laboratory Sciences asks MOH why overtime payment is only valid for 6 months

The Fiji Institute of Medical Laboratory Sciences (FIMLS) is asking the Ministries of Health and Civil Service why the approved overtime payments will only be available f

Health

15 days ago

People are passing their trauma to the next generation, and you can see it – Kiran

Assistant Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection Sashi Kiran says as people have been traumatised, they pass it down to the next generation, and you can see i

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15 days ago

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