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As the festival of lights, Diwali, is just a few days away, the Fiji Police Force Headquarters celebrated Diwali with its members showcasing the nation’s rich cultural diversity. Acting Commissioner of Police, Sa
The St. Christopher's Home in Nakasi got the surprise of their lives yesterday after a team from the 2024 Vodafone Ratu Sukuna Bowl Committee undertook an initiative to clean the Home and also plant cassava for the Home
The Malaysian community in Fiji came together in numbers to celebrate National Sports Day at the Yat Sen Secondary School Hall with sporting activities that were enjoyed by the participants. The group started wit
Thousands of residents feeding from the Tamavua system continue to face water disruption, however, the Water Authority of Fiji team successfully installed the damaged washout for Headworks 3 in Savura at 2.30 this morni
Three men have died after two light planes collided mid-air over Sydney’s southwest. The incident happened at about 11.50am near Belimbla Park in Oakdale. Police confirmed the three men travelling in
Great news for sugarcane farmers as they will receive historic payments before Diwali. In a statement, the Ministry of Sugar Industry says in May 2024, farmers had received $21.75 per tonne, taking the 2023 crop pa
Three evacuation centres have opened up in the Central Division to provide shelter for those affected in Vatuwaqa and Wailoku. The National Disaster Management Office says the affected families are residing in St M
Great news for the country as Leadership Fiji’s dream of building a Leadership Centre will come to fruition by 2026. The announcement was made by Leadership Fiji Chairman William Parkinson during the graduation c
A Tongan medical team comprising three doctors conducted free medical checks for Tongans who came to celebrate Tonga Day at the Api Tonga Church, where they celebrated their culture and heritage. Hundreds of Tongan
A trough of low pressure lies over Fiji and is gradually moving eastwards, affecting the central, eastern and northern divisions until tomorrow. The Nadi Weather Office says localised heavy falls may lead to flash flo
More than one hundred people had gathered to attend the Diwali Utsav organized by the India-Fiji Friendship Forum at the Kshatriya Hall last night. While officiating the Diwali celebrations, the Deputy Prime Mini
Thousands of people living in elevated areas from Lami to Naitasiri are expected to face water disruptions due to the heavy rainfall experienced this morning. The Water Authority of Fiji is advising residents who a
Due to the heavy rainfall several roads and few bridges are closed. This includes Naidiridiri Crossing, Sarava Settlement Access Road, Nakorovou Crossing, Wairua Crossing, Waidradra Crossing, Wailoku Flats, Nabuala
It was an exciting night for 29 new graduates of Leadership Fiji after receiving their graduation certificates. While officiating at the graduation ceremony, British High Commissioner to Fiji, Dr Brian Jones says l
Staff members of the University of the South Pacific who were on on strike have resumed work however the unions say they will call for a strike again on short notice if their demands are not met for a clear and transpar
Residents of Qelewaqa in Labasa are calling on the Water Authority of Fiji (WAF) to resolve their water issues for the upcoming Diwali holiday, as they have faced water disruptions almost every year during the celebrati
The Prime Minister’s nomination of Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu for President was unanimously supported by the members, council and management committee of the People’s Alliance Party. Deputy Prime Minister and Mini
The body of a 5 year-old-boy who drowned in Waidra, Baulevu along Rewa River has been recovered. Divisional Police Commander Eastern Senior Superintendent of Police Joape Cakacaka says the boy was out swimming yest
Regular screenings and self-examinations can save lives as breast cancer is not just a statistic but affects countless of lives in many ways. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Co-operatives, Micro, Smal
A 28-year-old man from Lovu, Lautoka will appear in the Lautoka Magistrates Court this afternoon for obtaining $297 by deception. Police say the accused is alleged to have on the 13th of November 2023, dishonestly
