Heavy Rain Alert cancelled
The Heavy Rain Alert previously in force for the Fiji group is now cancelled. The Nadi Weather Office says a trough of low pressure lies over Fiji and is gradually moving eastwards. Associated active rain band
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Attacks on places of worship opportunistic, with no political motives - COMPOL
Seven men have been arrested and charged in connection with criminal acts targeting places of worship across Fiji from January to July 2025. Police Commissioner, Rusiate Tudravu has also strongly dismissed the beli
Some areas in Serua red-zoned and Methodist Church takes compassionate approach to tackle drug issues
The Methodist Church Serua Division has revealed that some communities in their area have been red zoned by the Police and they are taking a patient and compassionate approach to help youths affected by drug use. T
Police investigate complaint against Justice Ashton-Lewis
There are indications that Justice David Ashton-Lewis, the Chair of the Commission of Inquiry into the appointment of Barbara Malimali as FICAC Commissioner, is now under investigation by Police. When fijivillage N
$2.5 billion Emerald Bay Project set to transform Nadawa into economic powerhouse
A major transformation is underway in Nadawa with the Emerald Bay Project — a landmark $2.5 billion integrated tourism development that is expected to significantly reshape the economic and social landscape of Nasinu
Bainimarama says he never directed police officers to do things the way he wanted
Former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama told the High Court today that he never directed police officers to do things the way he wanted. During cross-examination, State Counsel Laisani Tabuakuro asked Bainimarama
Singh highlights unity and devotion as Fiji celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi
As Hindu communities across Fiji and around the world celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi, Minister for Multi-Ethnic Affairs and Sugar Industry, Charan Jeath Singh highlighted the significance of the occasion as a time for devot
Teachers urged to nominate spouses to ensure they are financially protected
Teachers are being encouraged to list their spouses as nominees in the event of their passing. This call was made by the President of the Fijian Teachers Association Netani Druavesi who emphasized the importance of
Search for alleged gunman continues after two police killed in Porepunkah in Victoria's north-east
A massive search is continuing in remote Victorian bushland for a man who allegedly shot and killed two police officers at his property in the state's north-east yesterday morning and is believed to be heavily armed.
Heavy rain alert in force for the whole of Fiji group
A heavy rain alert is in force for the whole of Fiji group. The Nadi Weather Office says a trough of low pressure is expected to approach the group from the West. Associated cloud, rain and showers are expecte
UniFiji and Tonga’s Atenisi Institute partnership to strengthen Pacific higher education
The University of Fiji and Tonga’s Atenisi Institute have formed a partnership to work together in strengthening higher education in the Pacific through shared values and academic collaboration. The partnership w
Beating the Odds 60-Year-Old Recovers After Major Heart Surgery
A man with more than five serious heart blockages is back on his feet after a successful surgery at PSH Hospitals in Nadi. When a 60-year-old Dineshwar Prasad started feeling an uneasy, crushing sensation in his ch
Pop superstar Taylor Swift has announced she is engaged
Pop superstar Taylor Swift has announced she is engaged to her partner Travis Kelce. In a post on Instagram yesterday, Swift says your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married. She accompanied
Manhunt underway after two police officers shot dead in rural Australian town
A "heavily armed" man is being hunted after two Australian police officers were shot dead and one was injured in an ambush in a small rural town in Victoria. Police described the situation in Porepunkah (po·ruh·p
PM Rabuka meets Indian President to reaffirm bond of frienship
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has met with President Droupadi Murmu of India at Rashtrapati Bhavan, providing an opportunity for the two leaders to reaffirm the deep bonds of friendship, shared history and enduring coo
1st human case of flesh-eating parasite detected in US
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has confirmed the first case of a flesh-eating parasite in a human. New World screwworm (NWS) is a species of parasitic flies that feed on live tissue. Th
Sabha calls for peace and vigilance as Ganesh Utsav begins
As the auspicious festival of Ganesh Chaturthi begins today, the Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha of Fiji is calling for the maintenance of peace as there is no place for hatred in our country. While speaking t
Fiji and Australia strengthen disaster resilience with $7M program launch
Fiji and Australia have deepened their partnership by launching a new $7 million phase of the Disaster Resilience Program, which focuses on enhancing disaster preparedness and ensuring faster, more inclusive, and effect
Natalie Raikadroka on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan
Musician, lawyer and survivor, Natalie Raikadroka appears on fijivillage Straight Talk.
Manumanunitoga says students have become disrespectful, believing their rights allow them to act without consequence
Reports of students swearing at teachers and throwing objects during class are becoming increasingly common, a sign that some students have become disrespectful, believing their rights allow them to act without conseque