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Woman who delivered illegal, fatal breast job jailed
A Chinese national who performed an illegal and fatal breast augmentation surgery in Sydney will spend at least another two-and-a-half years in prison. Jie Shao was convicted… read more
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Increase in Online Passport Application Appointments by Fiji Immigration Department
The Fiji Immigration Department has announced that starting next Tuesday, the number of available online appointments for passport application lodgments will increase. Permanent Secretary for Home Affairs… read more
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ADB Provides Ongoing Support for Development: Deputy Prime Minister Acknowledges Strategic Partnership
Asian Development Bank representatives paid a courtesy visit to Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Strategic Planning, National Development, and Statistics, Professor Biman Prasad, today. Leah… read more
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New Social Infrastructure Program Launched Along Suva-Nausori Corridor with $33 Million Funding
A new social infrastructure program has been launched to build new classrooms and address urgent maintenance needs for schools along the Suva-Nausori corridor. Funded by the Australian… read more
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Importance of Academic Research in Driving Regional Progress and Development
Academic research is crucial for the advancement of our region, providing vital ideas, truths, and data to help address numerous challenges. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for… read more
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Al Hamd Smart Living Expands with New Retail Outlet in Tavua
Residents of Tavua are now enjoying more consumer options following the inauguration of a new retail outlet in their town. The gold mining hub now hosts the… read more
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Increase in Available Online Appointments for Passport Applications in Fiji
The Fiji Immigration Department has announced that from next Tuesday, the Department will increase the number of available online appointments for passport application lodgments. Permanent Secretary for… read more
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Solomoni Nata Appointed as CEO of iTaukei Land Trust Board: A Year of Achievements and Strategic Reforms Ahead
Solomoni Nata has been appointed as the chief executive officer of the iTaukei Land Trust Board. Chairman of the iTaukei Land Trust Board and Minister for iTaukei… read more
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PM Rabuka Urges Kadavu Islanders to Maintain Pressure for Timely Development Actions
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka is urging the people of Kadavu to maintain pressure on officials to ensure timely action on development projects. Apologizing to the people of… read more
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Dedicated Nadi Businessman Spurs Environmental Cleanliness on Denarau Road
For the past two decades, Adrian Sofield, a businessman from Nadi, has tirelessly cleared rubbish along Denarau Road. Yesterday, he was spotted once again collecting litter along… read more
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Kava Abuse in Kadavu: Urgent Call for Men to Control Consumption
The excessive consumption of kava in Kadavu is raising significant concerns, as highlighted by Bulou Luisa Duikete, leader of the Kadavu Women’s Association. She pointed out that… read more
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Shipping Tycoon George Goundar Takes Strong Stance Against Drug Crisis in Fiji’s Maritime Industry
A prominent shipping tycoon has taken a firm stand against the drug crisis impacting the maritime industry in Fiji. At the launch of the new passenger vessel,… read more
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Tuva Rugby Club player collapses and dies during Nadroga Rugby Union club competition – Tragic Loss at Lawaqa
A utility back for the Tuva Rugby Club, Samu Tiqe Lutumailagi, 27, passed away at Lautoka Hospital on Monday. Lutumailagi, from Semo Village in Nadroga, had collapsed… read more
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Student Confrontation with Weapon at Nadi Bus Stand Sparks Police Investigation and Concerns from Stakeholders
Police are currently investigating a viral video showing a student from Swami Vivekananda College (SVC) allegedly confronting an individual with a weapon at the Nadi Bus Stand.… read more
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Fiji Rugby Sevens Teams Prepare for Epic Paris Olympics
Fijiana 7s coach Saiasi Fuli is anticipated to announce his 15-member team for the Paris Olympics this week. Fuli stated that the team is scheduled to depart… read more
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Retail Outlet in Tavua Offers Latest LED Lights, Prefab Container Houses and More – Al Hamd Smart Living’s New Expansion.
Residents of Tavua now have greater consumer options following the opening of a new retail outlet in their town. Known for its gold mining, Tavua is now… read more
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Dedicated Businessman Cleans Up Denarau Road for Two Decades
For the past 20 years, Adrian Sofield, a businessman from Nadi, has dedicated his time to cleaning up rubbish along Denarau Road. Yesterday, he was spotted singlehandedly… read more
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Attorney-General calls for Acting DPP to step aside for integrity’s sake
Attorney-General Graham Leung has altered his position on Acting Director of Public Prosecutions John Rabuku following a Supreme Court opinion. Initially, Mr. Leung asserted that the Director… read more
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Investigation Underway After Student Confronts Individual with Weapon at Nadi Bus Stand
Police are currently probing a viral video that allegedly shows a student from Swami Vivekananda College (SVC) confronting an individual with a weapon at the Nadi Bus… read more
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Attorney-General Calls for Acting DPP John Rabuku to Step Aside: Supreme Court Shifts Stance
Attorney-General Graham Leung has reversed his position on Acting Director of Public Prosecutions John Rabuku following a Supreme Court opinion. Initially, Mr. Leung confirmed that the Director… read more
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FijiFirst Party Members to Remain Independent After Deregistration: MP Bulitavu
At least half of the 17 FijiFirst party Members of Parliament will remain independent MPs, it has been revealed. Opposition MP Mosese Bulitavu disclosed that he would… read more
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FijiFirst Party MPs Remain Independent Following Deregistration
At least half of the 17 FijiFirst party Members of Parliament are set to transition into independent MPs, following the party’s deregistration on Monday. Opposition MP Mosese… read more
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Shocking Discovery: Body of Mechanic Found Floating in Cuvu River
Residents of Newtown, Cuvu, Nadroga are in shock after the body of Ravnit Dass, 32, a mechanic, was found floating in the Cuvu River yesterday. The grim… read more
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Portia Woodman-Wickliffe Retires from International Rugby after Paris Olympics
One of the most recognizable and decorated players in world rugby, Portia Woodman-Wickliffe, will retire from international rugby after the Paris Olympics. A fan favorite, Woodman-Wickliffe has… read more
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Body of Mechanic Found Floating in Cuvu River Shocks Residents.
Residents of Newtown, Cuvu, Nadroga, are in shock following the discovery of a community member’s body floating in the Cuvu River yesterday. The deceased has been identified… read more
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Jonathan Hill Plans to Secure Title Fight with Victory over Rupeni Rokoratu
Jonathan Hill is optimistic about maintaining his winning streak as he prepares for his second professional bout against Labasa’s Rupeni Rokoratu in the South Pacific boxing promotion… read more
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Need for Increased Women Representation in Kadavu Provincial Council Meetings
There needs to be more women representation during provincial council meetings, says Kadavu Women representative Salote Nawalowalo during the Kadavu Provincial Council meeting in Suva yesterday. She… read more
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Highlanders Squad Welcomes Two Fijian Players for Super Rugby Pacific
Two players of Fijian heritage are among the five new recruits in the Highlanders squad for next year’s Super Rugby Pacific competition. Hooker Soane Vikena and flanker… read more
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Portia Woodman-Wickliffe to Retire from International Rugby after Paris Olympics
Portia Woodman-Wickliffe, one of the most recognizable and accomplished players in world rugby, has announced her retirement from international rugby following the Paris Olympics. Woodman-Wickliffe, a fan… read more
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Stade Francais Star Peniasi Dakuwaqa Among Debutants as Flying Fijians Prepare to Face Georgia
Stade Francais star Peniasi Dakuwaqa is one of five debutants in the Flying Fijians squad set to face Georgia at the Adjarabet Arena on Saturday. Nicknamed “the… read more