Nalumisa urges citizens to keep Suva clean during Hibiscus Festival
Minister for Local Government Maciu Nalumisa is calling on vendors and citizens to take pride in their environment, and ensure that Suva remains clean and beautiful, espe
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Hibiscus Festival officially underway, vote for your favourite contestant by texting their initials to 812
The Miss Hibiscus Festival 2025 is officially underway, and the public can now vote for their favorite contestants by texting their initials to 812. Speaking at the of
Miss Playland Fantasy highlights importance of strong family bonds
One of this year’s Miss Hibiscus contestants is using her platform to call for stronger family relationships and more quality time between parents and children.
Melania Tora urges public to value contestants as daughters and sisters
As excitement builds for the 2025 Hibiscus Festival, reigning Miss Hibiscus Melania Tora is calling on the public to treat contestants with dignity and compassion, remind
Legacy of coups still felt in Fiji’s leadership - Ratuva
The legacy of military involvement in Fiji’s political landscape continues to cast a long shadow over national institutions, according to the Pro-Vice Chancellor o
Successful conclusion of MSME training program marked in Suva
21 recipients have been awarded certificates of completion by the Ministry for Employment, following the successful conclusion of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
Professor Ratuva warns of intergenerational trauma linked to Fiji’s coups
Fiji’s coups have created lasting myths that justify certain actions and behaviour, many of which have been destructive and contributed to ongoing turmoil. Thi
LDS church funds life-saving heart surgeries in Fiji
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has reaffirmed its commitment to healthcare and humanitarian aid in Fiji by funding open-heart surgeries for two children
2 children discharged after life-saving heart surgery at Sanjeevani Hospital
Two young patients, Iliesa Kini and Nayra Grace Reddy, were discharged today from the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital in Nasese following successful
Tourism Fiji announces Dr. Paresh Pant as new CEO
Dr. Paresh Pant is the new Chief Executive Officer for Tourism Fiji. In a statement this morning, the Tourism Fiji Board announced Dr. Pant’s appointment follo
600 drones to light up Suva sky in first-ever South Pacific show
A spectacular 600-drone light show will illuminate Suva’s night sky next Saturday, marking the 76th Anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of
China and Fiji mark 50 years of diplomatic relations
Looking back into history, when Fiji faced isolation and sanctions, it is China who stood by Fiji and supported it, and we uphold non-interference, and resolutely support
Social Media offender tracked and arrested in Martintar, Nadi
A 31-year-old farmer is now in police custody for allegedly causing harm and publicly humiliating certain individuals through social media. The man was arrested last n
213 men accessed counselling since 2022 - Empower Pacific
213 males have accessed counselling support services from Empower Pacific since 2022, which is the highest number of men reaching out for help. Of the 213, 3 percent a
Student turns passion for goldfish into thriving business
At just 20 years old, Shivnil Karan, a second-year Bachelor of Science student at the University of the South Pacific, is proving that passion can turn into profit. Ka
Rolling with the punches - Rusty’s Kitchen finds success at Garden City Market
For nearly a decade, Maxwell Erwin Hussain has been serving up delicious food through Rusty’s Kitchen, a small catering business that’s found a consistent a
Crawford defeats Canelo by unanimous decision in historic upset
Terence "Bud" Crawford has stunned the boxing world once again, defeating Saul "Canelo" Ãlvarez by unanimous decision in their blockbuster clash at Allegiant Stadium.
72-year-old florist blossoms at Garden City Market Day
At 72 years of age, Vidya Singh of Nakasi is not slowing down. The retired hospital maid has swapped mops and wards for soil and petals, proudly selling her homegrown
Kauyaca calls out systemic roots of domestic violence
Ilaisa Kauyaca, Member of Parliament, in a Youth Parliament Mock sitting raised critical concerns about the broader systemic issues that have enabled gender-based violenc
Two dead, five injured in Kings Road crash
Two people are dead and five others are in hospital following a tragic road accident at Nadaro, Tailevu, along Kings Road last night. Police confirmed the incident occ
Wallabies fall short in 28–26 loss to Argentina
The Wallabies have suffered a heartbreaking 28–26 loss to Argentina in Sydney last night, narrowly missing out on a second-straight comeback win in the Rugby Champ