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Fiji’s MSAF Defends Strict Maritime Safety Standards Amid Captain Intoxication Allegations
MSAF rejects claims of an intoxicated captain being cleared to sail, reaffirming strict fitness-for-duty checks and rigorous crew certification. The authority emphasizes adherence to international standards and… read more
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Fiji’s Semo Village Bypass Nears Completion as Storm-Triggered Road Slip Disrupts Traffic
A race against time unfolds at Armco Crossing as a temporary bypass nears completion. With clearing and grubbing already near 90%, the plan aims to ease disruptions… read more
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Labasa Parking Crisis: Fines and Pay-Per-Use Plans in the Works
Labasa’s parking crunch is sparking bold new ideas as congestion tightens its grip on daily life and local trade. From pay-and-use spots to temporary lots, the town… read more
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UK Unveils All In: A Global Push to End Violence Against Women
A bold new international push aims to unite countries in the fight against violence toward women. The initiative, called All In, plans to establish a high-level panel… read more
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Battle of the Pacific opens as Drua host Moana Pasifika in Lautoka
Redemption, pride, and a heated Pacific rivalry return to Lautoka as the Drua launch their 2026 season against Moana Pasifika. With unfinished business from last year driving… read more
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Fiji Water Authority Warns Proposed Labor Reforms Could Threaten Public Safety
Proposed changes to employment laws have sparked warnings from a major utility over the safety of essential services like water and wastewater. The debate centers on probation… read more
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FNPF Clarifies Early Access to Retirement Savings for Medical Incapacitation
An important clarification explains how members facing serious illness may access retirement savings before age 55 through a medical incapacitation withdrawal grant. Eligibility is strict and reviewed… read more
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Fiji teen boxer pursues Bangkok Youth Olympic qualifiers with GoFundMe drive
Seventeen-year-old Merewalesi Kolitapa is chasing a spot at the Youth Olympic boxing qualifiers in Bangkok. From dawn training to a strict weight plan, she’s turning fundraising and… read more
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Fiji Vows Stronger Rule of Law Ahead of Credible Elections
Fiji reaffirms its commitment to the rule of law and credible elections as it strengthens democratic institutions and aims to avert past disruptions. With renewed engagement with… read more
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Fiji Rugby League Legend Dies, Legacy Sparks New Paths for Future Players
Fiji’s rugby league community mourns a legendary pioneer whose vision expanded opportunities for players and left an enduring mark on the sport. His legacy continues to inspire… read more
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Fiji Vows to End Corporal Punishment, Embrace Non-Violent Discipline for Children
Fiji’s human rights commission is urging a shift away from corporal punishment, tying protections for children to international treaties and the constitution. The call promotes non-violent, constructive… read more
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Fiji Wins Commonwealth Access to Justice Innovation Award for Inmate Reintegration
Fiji’s bold push to reintegrate former inmates is drawing international praise. The Yellow Ribbon initiative, focused on listening to those who’ve lived the system, has earned a… read more
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Fiji Weather Update: Heavy Rain Alert in Effect With Thunderstorms and Flood Risk Across the Fiji Group
Fiji braces for more wet weather as heavy rain and thunderstorms linger over the islands. Expect pockets of showers, gusty winds, and the occasional thunder—a few days… read more
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Fiji Heavy Rain Alert: Flash Flood Risk Across the Fiji Group
Unsettled skies are rolling over Fiji, bringing frequent showers and the occasional thunderstorm. Expect heavy downpours in the afternoons with gusty coastal winds—and a chance of flash… read more
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Commonwealth Seeks Stronger Rights and Humanitarian Law Amid Global Backsliding
At a high-profile side event during the Commonwealth Law Ministers Meeting in Nadi, leaders and legal experts explored practical steps to reinforce human rights protections and humanitarian… read more
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Fiji University Slams Alice in Wonderland Criminal Records Bill Over Victims’ Rights
The University of Fiji is sounding the alarm on a proposed Criminal Records Bill, calling it confusing and biased toward offenders’ rights at the expense of victims.… read more
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Fiji Rugby Icon Alivereti Dere Passes Away, Tributes Pour In
Alivereti Dere, a towering figure in Fijian rugby across sevens, union, and league, has passed away. His trailblazing leadership and enduring legacy continue to inspire a new… read more
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Fijian Holdings Expands Tourism Footprint with Port Denarau Marina Stake
A Fiji-based holding company widens its footprint in the island’s tourism heartland, signaling a broader push across Denarau and other key regions. The move underscores a renewed… read more
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Samoa Foils Marijuana Haul on Fiji Airways Passenger
Authorities at Samoa’s international airport intercepted a notable drug haul during a routine border clearance, signaling tightened vigilance against illicit trafficking. The incident highlights ongoing border-security efforts… read more
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Rampur College Faces Safety Crackdown After Septic Tank Incident
An incident at Rampur College involving a septic tank cover has sparked a bold safety response. NOHSS has issued urgent notices calling for barricades, repairs, and a… read more
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Third Culvert Collapse Forces Detour on Queen’s Highway Amid Heavy Rain
Heavy rainfall has caused a culvert collapse on the Queen’s Highway near Semo Village, closing the road and triggering a lengthy detour. Authorities, engineers, and locals are… read more
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Fiji Weather Alert: Heavy Rain and Flood Risk as Trough of Low Pressure Impacts Fiji Islands
Unsettled weather sweeps Fiji as a trough brings showers and thunderstorms over the next few days. Heavy rain and gusty winds could trigger localized flash floods across… read more
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Queens Highway Detour Prompts Bus Reroute in Fiji
Part of Queens Highway has collapsed, triggering a temporary detour and rerouted bus services. Light vehicles are guided along a new route, while heavy vehicles face restrictions.… read more
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Fiji’s Queens Road Collapse Triggers Detour as Floods Linger
Queen’s Road near Semo Village has suffered a complete carriageway collapse, leaving the route impassable in both directions. The Fiji Roads Authority will conduct a full assessment… read more
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Fiji’s Queens Road Collapse Blocks Traffic; Detour Plans Underway
Queens Road near Semo Village has a section collapsed, leaving part of the route impassable and traffic disrupted in both directions. As floodwaters ease, a damage assessment… read more
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Queen’s Road Closed After Major Fissure Near Semo Village
Queen’s Road near Semo Village is closed after a substantial roadway collapse, bringing all traffic to a halt in both directions. Crews are assessing the damage as… read more
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Bamboo Boom: Fiji’s Path to Sustainable Livelihoods and Eco-Tourism
Fiji is turning to bamboo as a cornerstone for sustainable housing, crafts, and eco-tourism. Backed by government action and international collaboration, the fast-growing plant could reshape green… read more
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Court Denies Rasova’s No-Case Bid in Parliamentary Allowances Case
A high-profile case over parliamentary allowances takes a fresh turn after a magistrate decides there is sufficient evidence to proceed. The former MP, who has pleaded not… read more
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Work Permit Delays Put Shipping Operations at Risk
Delays in foreign work-permit processing are disrupting maritime operations and inter-island transport, a leading shipping operator warns. In a committee briefing, Goundar Shipping’s managing director outlined crew… read more
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Fiji Considers National Task Force to Strengthen Child Safety
Gaps in awareness and coordination are prompting Fiji’s human rights commission to explore a national task force on child welfare, with a planned stakeholder meeting to strengthen… read more