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Paddlers take 500km journey around Viti Levu to protect Fiji's living waters

The Paddle for Hope team has begun a journey of more than 500 kilometres around Viti Levu, taking with them a …

Sigatoka father travels to parliament to call for tougher criminal justice laws after son's death

A grieving father who travelled from Sigatoka with his family to call for changes to Fiji's criminal justice s…

Centre for Democracy and Dialogue supports amendment of powers of SOE in proposed Electoral (Amendment) Bill

The Centre for Democracy and Dialogue has today shown its support to the amendment of the powers given to the …

Isi Naisarani signs with the Fijian Drua for the 2027 rugby season

Fiji-born former Wallaby Isi Naisarani has signed with the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua ahead of the 2027 Shop N…

Fiji-Australia Vuvale Union Treaty will ease financial burden on Police

Financial assistance under the Fiji-Australia Vuvale Union Treaty will help lessen the burden on the Fiji Poli…

Children explore creativity and culture through Veiqia Project

Children explored their creativity while learning more about Fiji’s art, culture and heritage during the secon…

Vanua must play greater role in addressing gender-based violence – Ro Naulu Mataitini

A call has been made for the Vanua to play a greater role in addressing Fiji’s gender-based violence crisis, w…

Uciwai residents demand urgent action over deteriorating road

A long-running road problem in Uciwai, Nadi, has reached a critical point, with residents saying years of comp…

First Miss Hibiscus Liebling Marlow returns as Hibiscus Festival marks 70 years

Seventy years after a young 18-year-old woman stepped onto the stage and made history, the first Miss Hibiscus…

FWCC calls for immediate release of CRC report

The Fiji Women's Crisis Centre strongly supports calls for the immediate public release of the Constitution Re…

Young people need support, not blame amid growing social challenges – Fiji Council of Churches

Young people facing challenges such as HIV and AIDS, drugs and human trafficking need greater support and guid…

Driver arrested after dangerous driving, expired wheel tax and no valid licence

A driver is in Police custody after his vehicle’s wheel tax was found to have expired, and he was also found w…

70 players in contention as Fiji 7s begin new season preparations

The Fiji Airways Men’s National 7s side has begun preparations for the upcoming 2026/2027 HSBC SVNS World Seri…

Strong Wind Warning in force for several parts of Fiji

A Strong Wind Warning is now in force for several parts of Fiji, including coastal areas of Sigatoka, Rakiraki…

Police officers search vehicle along Harris Road in Suva

Police officers have searched a vehicle along Harris Road in Suva. Two people were seen walking around the veh…

Police investigate overseas employment scam

A police investigation is underway into a scam in which more than 300 people reportedly paid $100 each after b…

TNG seeks internal documents in appeal against $1.4B Vuda Project

The counsel for the Department of Environment has maintained that the documents being sought by Next Generatio…

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CRC report to be made public after Cabinet: PM

When asked on when Government planned to publicly release the report, the PM said: "After Cabinet."

SEEP: Taxpayers who funded constitution review deserve to see report

SEEP said ordinary Fijians must have a meaningful opportunity to participate in the next stage of the constitu…

Masi-making helps mother put five children through school

Today, two of her children are prison officers, one is completing teacher training, one is in Form Five and an…

FWCC calls for rape-accused footballers to be stood down

The crisis centre says continued selection sends a troubling message as the Battle of the Giants approaches.

New police posts target drugs and crime in the North

Vuna post on Taveuni is 80 per cent complete as Police expand their footprint to tackle drugs and crime.

Nadi taxi driver guilty of murdering pregnant wife

High Court rejects lack of intent and provocation defences; sentencing set for September 14.

Mental health at heart of Keren Koroi’s Hibiscus journey

Ms Koroi entered the festival to confront her own fear of public speaking, putting herself on one of Suva’s bi…

Pacific leaders told: Enough talk, act on security

Palau’s Minister for Justice Jennifer S. Olegeriil said the Pacific already had a clear vision but needed sust…

U.S pledges $60m for Pacific energy security, Minister Ditoka welcomes aid

Minister Ditoka says the assistance could support Pacific preparations for energy disruptions.

Young pair lead 668 hibiscus festival volunteers

Ms Newton initially joined as the events manager’s personal assistant before taking on responsibility for coor…

Police housing repairs a ministry priority

Funds allocated for maintenance and renovation of staff quarters this year.

Hibiscus contestants share time, stories with elders

Contestants spend time with senior citizens as part of their community outreach during the 70th Hibiscus Festi…

Man linked to viral police escape video remanded

34-year-old faces two separate theft matters in Nadi, including alleged burglary involving a $3000 iPad.

Teacher unions question lack of details in Ministry vacancy ads

FTA and FTU say applicants need to know the schools and locations before applying for teaching positions.

Drug accused's medical details kept out of public domain

State maintains objection to her second bail application, with ruling set for September 16.

Masibalavu found guilty of murdering Sanaila Bavesi outside Suva Harbour Centre

26-year-old Kaline Masibalavu has been found guilty of murdering 25-year-old Sanaila Bavesi outside Suva Harbo…

Warren Mave wins bronze for Fiji at Pacific Rim Pastry final in Australia

Warren Mave displayed incredible talent, precision, creativity and passion at the Australian Culinary Federati…

At least 1,200 dead, more than 4,200 missing after Nepal floods

At least 1,200 people have died and more than 4,200 remain missing in Nepal as rescue and relief operations in…

Richard Naidu challenges FICAC evidence as hearsay in Prof. Prasad trial

Former Deputy Prime Minister Professor Biman Prasad's lawyer Richard Naidu says FICAC is twisting and turning …

2-yr-old Rajveer wins first place at Hibiscus Baby Show

Two-year-old Rajveer Chand won first place in Category 4 of the Hibiscus Baby Show held at the Suva Civic Cent…

PM says we will have elections by Feb 6th 2027 under existing laws if constitution review is not over

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says the Constitution Review Commission report should be made public, and will …