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Families need to spend more time with their loved ones this Christmas, to nurture love and ensure their children feel valued and supported. This was highlighted by Archbishop Peter Loy Chong during the Christmas ce
In an early surprise this morning, senior officers of the disciplined forces, extended birthday wishes to the Head of State and Commander-in-Chief, Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu, who is celebrating his 71st birthday. The
A 54-year-old farmer and a 26-year-old woman of Seaqaqa will appear in the Labasa Magistrate Court today for allegedly obtaining financial advantage. It is alleged that on the 19th of July 2022, both obtained $356
Two men have been arrested for the alleged possession of illicit drugs after a joint raid by the Fiji Police and Fiji Dog Detector Unit was conducted at 2 this morning at Wailea in Vatuwaqa The suspects were caugh
214 reported drug cases have been recorded for the month of November. Acting Police Commissioner, Juki Fong Chew says of the 214 cases recorded, 209 were related to the unlawful possession of illicit drugs and 5 we
Concerning statistics have been released by the Fiji Police Force with the crime rate for the month of November increasing by 19 percent compared to the same period last year. Police say serious crime increased by
Tributes have been paid to a nine-year-old boy who was killed in an attack on a German Christmas market. André Gleißner died after a car drove into a crowd of shoppers at the market in Magdeburg. A social me
A Heavy Rain Warning remains in force for the Western and interior of Viti Levu including Momi to Nadi, Lautoka, Ba through Tavua, Rakiraki, interior of Ra, Tailevu North, Yasawa and Mamanuca Group, Kadavu and nearby s
While visiting the Suva Juvenile Rehabilitation Centre Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka asked those gathered not to underestimate themselves as God sent his son for them. The Prime Minister was accompanied by the Min
As drunk driving continues to be a significant concern during the festive season, police patrols in Fiji’s Northern Division are increasing their efforts to maintain safety. Acting Divisional Police Commander Nor
80 percent of crime cases against women in November were assault-related and 20 percent were sexual offences. Police say there were 217 cases against women in November. They say 36 percent were committed in th
The Fiji Year 13 External Exam results will be released tomorrow, and the Year 12 External Exam results is scheduled to be released on 18th January, 2025. Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro says 8,603 students
About $200,000 has been invested in opening of the Big Cats Bar and Lounge at Damodar City in Labasa. Owner and Labasa Chamber of Commerce President, Vinesh Dayal says this offers a lively social scene, ideal for b
The US Military has confirmed that two US Navy pilots were shot down over the Red Sea in an apparent “friendly fire†incident. Both pilots were recovered alive, with one suffering minor injuries, but the incide
About 65 percent of the road works on Rewa Street have been done, with the project expected to be completed by next month. The Fiji Roads Authority confirmed this to fijivillage News when asked about the progress o
Sailasa Maiqilo, a dedicated dalo farmer from Namuka in Macuata, is making the most of the festive season with good sales at the Labasa Market, where he earns about $300 daily. Maiqilo says that he sells 10 to 20 b
No injuries have been reported after a pilot and six other passengers were unharmed in the Yasawa Aerodrome incident that took place yesterday. This has been confirmed in a statement by the Fiji Government, saying
Christmas celebrations will not be the same for the Koya family at the Muslim League Settlement in Nabua, as they are worried about their relocation. This follows the notice given by the Fiji Muslim League to vacat
You are the type of people we can depend on during a crisis and we thank you. Minister for Disaster Management Sakiasi Ditoka highlighted this while farewelling the advance team of Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nat
A Heavy Rain Alert remains in force for the whole of the Fiji Group. The Nadi Weather Office says a Northerly wind flow prevails over the country while an active trough of low pressure is expected to approach the g
