Fiji News

Most divisions are reopening schools, but a handful will remain closed as evacuation centers. With hurricane season underway, safety and timely updates remain the focus for families and educators.

Devastating flames engulfed a property on Waila Feeder Road near Nausori this afternoon, drawing a swift firefighting response. Eyewitnesses describe a rapidly spreading blaze and tense moments for tenants, with investigators now looking into the cause and how to boost fire safety in the area.

Crews in the Western Division are racing to restore access to 115 affected roads, working around the clock to clear the way for safer travel. With steady progress and strong community resilience, the road to recovery is taking shape.

Pacific nations unveil a pioneering, rights-based framework for planned relocation in response to rising seas and erosion. The regional guidance centers community consent, land and cultural rights, and the funding needed to turn these principles into action—hinting at the tough choices communities may face and the path toward dignified, self-determined futures.

Global tensions could push Fiji’s fuel and food costs higher, with effects rippling through transport, energy, and everyday essentials. As the situation unfolds, households are encouraged to plan ahead and stay alert to evolving market trends.

A new leadership chapter unfolds for Fiji’s rugby league as Apenisa Dansey steps in as Chairman, signaling a more streamlined and accountable era for the sport.

A troubling surge in youth mental health cases linked to drug use is testing hospital capacity and exposing the complexity of dual diagnoses. With poly-drug use among teens on the rise and care resources stretched thin, communities face urgent questions about how to respond and protect the next generation.

When weather turns hostile, aviation teams spring into action. This precautionary landing highlights the safety-first mindset that guides every flight and protects everyone on board.

Inside Fiji’s prisons, a troubling link is emerging: rising drug abuse coincides with more HIV infections, driven by needle sharing and stretched resources. Officials are pushing for faster drug-case handling and a new treatment facility to turn the tide.

As the Fijian Drua enters its fifth Super Rugby Pacific season, optimism grows around a strengthening FRU–Drua partnership. A distinctive ownership setup is unlocking new paths for Fiji’s players, just ahead of a high-stakes clash with the Brumbies.

Two drownings linked to unsettled weather have rattled coastal communities. As investigations begin and families grieve, the focus turns to water safety and looking out for one another during volatile conditions.

An Australian business delegation is headed for a landmark Northern Pacific mission, with MoU signings planned in Nauru, the Marshall Islands, and Guam to boost private-sector ties and inclusive growth. The journey will connect regional chambers with industry partners and lay the groundwork for upcoming infrastructure and investment opportunities across the Pacific.

Two men from Qauia in Lami are set to appear in court tomorrow over the alleged murder of Police Constable Peniasi Racagi. The accused, aged 42 and 20, along with a third accomplice, are in custody as the case unfolds from last month. This development at Suva Magistrates Court marks a pivotal step in the…

Two men are facing murder charges in connection with the death of Police Constable Peniasi Racagi. The case, tied to events in late February, unfolds as the suspects await their next court appearance, with the community seeking clarity and accountability.

Top officials prepare for a pivotal JSC session that could redefine acting FICAC Commissioner Lavi Rokoika’s future. With limited public detail and high-stakes implications, the coming decision promises to shape governance at FICAC and spark a wider conversation about leadership and accountability.

From barefoot mornings on Naroi’s shore to leading Fiji’s pathology department, this is a story of grit, community spirit, and quiet tenacity. A boarding-school upbringing in reed-and-thatch dorms, language hurdles, and steadfast family support shaped a physician whose career stands as a beacon for island women.

From caregiver to catalyst, Sera Osborne turns personal hardship into a movement for change. Through the Fiji Psychiatric Survivors Association, she champions dignity for psychosocial disabilities, leads rights training, and helps expand support across the Pacific.