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A strong wind warning remains in force for coastal areas of Southern Viti Levu from Sigatoka through Navua to Suva and up to Rakiraki, Beqa, Vatulele, Kadavu, Yasawa, southern Vanua Levu (southern Bua and Cakaudrove), T
The University of Fiji is suggesting that there should be compulsory schooling from age 5 until completion of Year 12 or Year 13 and a statutory duty should be imposed on parents and legal guardians to ensure that their
Opposition MP Ketan Lal has questioned the Judicial Department’s decision to purchase a new “Presidential†SUV for the Chief Justice, along with two additional executive SUVs for Supreme Court judges at a time whe
Police are seeking assistance from the public in locating 25-year-old Mareta Biaukula and her 4-year-old child Vatiri, who were reported missing at the Valelevu Police Station. Police say the two had left their Kin
Watching news presenters on television deliver updates in a confident and professional manner introduced a young Unise Fuaki to the world of media and journalism. The soft-spoken Fuaki was intrigued by how journal
US President Donald Trump says Israel and Iran have agreed to a "complete and total ceasefire." Trump says the ceasefire is set to take effect in the coming hours. Iran and Israel are yet to confirm a ceasefi
Iran has launched missiles at a US airbase in Qatar in response to strikes on its nuclear sites on Saturday. Qatar confirms the attack on the US-run Al Udeid base, calling it a flagrant violation and says it reser
Villages and communities are encouraged to propagate seedlings, which can be utilised in areas that have experienced significant deforestation. These seedlings can also serve as a source of income for farmers.
The 30 Million Trees in 15 Years initiative is progressing well, and according to the Minister for Forest Alitia Bainivalu, more than 19 million trees have been planted under the initiative in six years. Bainivalu
Saliva testing equipment will soon be introduced by the Land Transport Authority for random roadside drug tests, in an effort to improve road safety for all commuters and pedestrians. LTA Chief Executive Officer, I
In anticipation of the 2025-2026 National Budget announcement this Friday, the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission states that it is conducting pre-budget surveys and market monitoring to collect baseline prices
Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme workers and employers consistently rate healthcare, including access to sexual and reproductive health services, as a primary concern. However, little is known about their
A Heavy Rain Warning remains in force for the interior and coastal areas of southeastern parts of Viti Levu from Momi, Sigatoka, Rakiraki, Navua, Suva, Beqa, Vatulele, Kadavu, Yasawa, interior and Southern parts of Vanu
The Public Service Commission will be looking into the alleged racist remarks by Permanent Secretary for iTaukei Affairs Jone Navakamocea on his social media page. While responding to questions by fijivillage News,
Sugar Research Institute of Fiji CEO Dr Vinesh Kumar has been appointed as the new Permanent Secretary for Multi-Ethnic Affairs and Sugar Industry while Public Service Commission Chairman Luke Rokovada says the appointm
Former Acting Commissioner of Fiji Corrections Service, Salote Panapasa's abuse of office case has been adjourned to 30th July. Panapasa's lawyer filed with the court on Friday that their practicing certificate had
As we await the 2025/2026 National Budget announcement this Friday, Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation CEO Edward Bernard has outlined high costs, tax reforms, and skills shortages as key concerns affecting business
Representative of Catholic Education and former Principal, Ben Salacakau and parent, lawyer and representative of Chinese Education Society, Glenis Yee say if the 2025/2026 National Budget delivers meaningful increases
As Fiji takes on the mantle of leadership, it builds on the hard work and success that have been laid before it. This has been highlighted by Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka during the handover of the Melanesian Spe
In a heartening display of youth-driven compassion, a New Zealand high school senior student Cecilia Lin has donated sanitary pads to the Fiji National University Foundation in support of underserved young women. F
