Comedian dunks on Fiji, the 'Arizona' of islands 

Comedian Bert Kreischer recently compared Fiji to Arizona, stating it was drier than he expected. Kreischer is known for his shirtless performances and party-animal persona, which began after a 1997 Rolling Stone article. His new "Permission to...

BEHIND THE NEWS | Social media could inflate Fiji’s ‘$10b problem’

FIJI may barely register on the radar of global platforms like Facebook, but their presence here contributes to what has been described as “Fiji’s $10 billion problem.” That figure represents the estimated cost of lost development resulting from...

Fiji and Australia strengthen Vuvale Partnership to unlock new trade and investment opportunities

Fiji and Australia strengthen Vuvale Partnership to unlock new trade and investment opportunities Fiji and Australia have reaffirmed their close Vuvale Partnership, paving the way for deeper cooperation in trade, digital transformation, and...

Moe Coffey to appear on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan at 7pm Wednesday

Moe Coffey to appear on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan at 7pm Wednesday Renowned event director, Moe Coffey will appear on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan at 7pm Wednesday. For the first time ever, Coffey will speak...

Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay review: Luxury stay with space to spare

It’s on the Viti Levu mainland (a 45-minute drive from Nadi) but because there’s no off-site commerce anywhere nearby, it’s got an island vibe. First impressions: The resort has everything a five-star place should, and more. It’s full of solid...

Cabinet endorses feasibility study for legislative framework to govern Fiji’s local kava industry

Cabinet endorses feasibility study for legislative framework to govern Fiji’s local kava industry The Fiji Cabinet has endorsed that a feasibility study be undertaken on the need for a legislative framework to govern Fiji’s local kava industry....

Survivor Star Jake Latimer Bitten by Venomous Snake in Fiji Days Before His Son's Due Date: 'Most Scared I've Ever Been' By Brenton Blanchet

NEED TO KNOW Survivor castaway Jake Latimer said his snake-bite removal from the game was a "blessing in disguise" In a new interview with Entertainment Weekly, the castaway shared how his son was born less than 48 hours after he returned home...

FSC Chairman Reddy slams ‘self-proclaimed demigods’ of sugar politics

Fiji Sugar Corporation chairperson Nitya Reddy has hit out at their political rivals who continue to make misinformed commentary on the sugar industry. Speaking at an industry event in Lautoka last week, Mr Reddy said he would not hesitate to...

Tourism revenue hits $439.4m as hotel sector shows steady growth

Fiji’s hotel and tourism accommodation sector recorded modest but positive growth in the June Quarter of 2025, with total earnings rising to $439.4 million, according to new data from the Fiji Bureau of Statistics. The report shows a 4.6% increase...

Eastgate heads Fiji’s apex private sector body

NEWLY-ELECTED president of the Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation (FCEF) Eldon Eastgate is ready to work with a more stabilised and solidified secretariat to address hot topics within the organisation pertaining to labour, immigration and the...

Fiji Airways confirms bird strike on Christchurch–Nadi flight

Fiji Airways has confirmed that flight FJ450 from Christchurch to Nadi experienced a bird strike shortly after departure. In a statement it said the aircraft is currently holding safely in the air to burn fuel and achieve the required landing...

Fiji Airways flight returns to Christchurch airport after bird strike

A Fiji Airways flight that sparked an emergency callout has landed after circling in the air for two hours above Canterbury. The airline confirmed the Nadi-bound plane hit a bird during take-off around 2pm and had to return to Christchurch...

Badminton brings Fiji together on Independence Day at Yat Sen School

The spirit of Fiji Day was brought to life through high-energy rallies and cross-cultural camaraderie at the Chinese Ambassador’s Cup Championship - Fiji Day Badminton Tournament, held at the Yat Sen School Hall. The tournament marked a...

CAA still deciding whether to launch investigation into Fiji Airways bird strike emergency

A Fiji Airways flight made an emergency landing at Christchurch Airport after reported bird strike upon departure on Thursday. Photo: RNZ/Louis Dunham The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is yet to decide if it will investigate the bird strike that...

Taipei Trade Office in Fiji celebrates 114th National Day and Fiji’s 55th Independence Anniversary

Taipei Trade Office in Fiji celebrates 114th National Day and Fiji’s 55th Independence Anniversary The Taipei Trade Office in Fiji hosted a grand reception at the Grand Pacific Hotel to commemorate two historic milestones: the 114th National Day...

Discipline off the field builds performance on it – Sotutu

Discipline, commitment, honesty, integrity and punctuality are key off-field traits that shape players into better rugby players on the field. This was highlighted by Swire Shipping Fijian Drua’s Strength and Conditioning Coach, Eroni Sotutu who...

First IDC win for Rewa players and officials

The 2025 FMF Inter District Championship win yesterday at 4R Stadium Govind Park Ba by Stratum Construction Rewa was the first for all its players and officials. Rewa defeated RC Manubhai Ba 1-nil in the final. The Delta Tigers, last won the IDC...

SHIPPING TIMES | 95pc of shipping budget utilised, says Tuisawau

By July 2025, 95 per cent of the $3.4million budget allocation for the 2024-2025 financial year had been utilised. This enabled 156 franchise trips and the transportation of over 22,000 passengers and 6000 tonnes of essential cargo to maritime...

SHIPPING TIMES | Sailing for humanity

China’s largest hospital ship, Ark Silk Road received 1241 outpatient visits and 14 inpatients in during its four-day in Suva. The ship’s medical team performed 187 surgeries and 700 auxiliary examinations such as CT, DR, ultrasound and ECG,...

Lion One Drills 78.71 g/t Gold over 2.0 m, Including 168.25 g/t Gold over 0.9 m at Tuvatu Gold Mine in Fiji

Lion One Metals Limited (TSXV: LIO,OTC:LOMLF) (OTCQX: LOMLF) ("Lion One" or the "Company") is pleased to report significant new high-grade gold results from 4,180.5 meters of underground infill and grade control drilling at its 100% owned Tuvatu...