By Prishanta Neha Sharma School holidays became a little more colourful for a group of children in Suva, as they picked up paintbrushes and turned ordinary bottles into their own works of art. The children took part in a five-day creative workshop organised by the High Commission of India, with support from the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, University of Fiji and Suva Multicultural Centre. The final day of the workshop was held on 31 August at the YWCA Building in Suva, where the children explored bottle painting. With paint, brushes and plenty of imagination, the young participants were given the…
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The Magistrates Court has ruled that the disputed document containing details of the alleged directorships can be admitted as evidence in the case against Professor Biman Prasad. The document contains the names of three directors of Platinum Hotels and Resorts, including Professor Prasad. Magistrate Yogesh Prasad ruled that the document carries sufficient weight in terms of reliability and should therefore be admitted as evidence in the proceedings. The trial is expected to resume this afternoon. By: Litia Rabua The post Disputed Directorship Document Admitted as Evidence in Biman Prasad Case appeared first on Fiji One News.
A new report from the Centre for Policy Development comes amid a surge in support for One Nation as voters vent anger at the two major parties.
The 2026 Fiji Pro has placed Fiji’s world-class surfing conditions and tourism offering in the international spotlight following a highly competitive World Surf League Championship Tour event at Cloudbreak. The event concluded yesterday with Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka joining the closing celebrations and awards ceremony at the Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay. Canada’s Erin Brooks claimed the women’s title, while American Cole Houshmand secured the men’s championship after defeating Brazilian surfing star Gabriel Medina. The Fiji Pro provided an international platform to showcase Cloudbreak while also highlighting Fiji’s hospitality and potential as a premier global tourism destination. Rabuka congratulated the…
Eighty-five young people from the Central and Western divisions have completed a three-day training programme designed to equip them with practical skills for employment, income generation and community development. Participants from Nausori, Nasinu, Navua and Sigatoka took part in the Education Youth Training Programme at the Ministry of Youth and Sports’ Nasau Youth Training Centre in Sigatoka. The programme covered horticulture and nursery management, disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation, organic agriculture and crop production. Minister for Youth and Sports Jese Saukuru urged the participants to apply the knowledge gained during the training to create opportunities for themselves and…
The Lautoka City Council has launched a free environmental clean-up campaign targeting residents of the Waiyavi and Simla Wards. The campaign began this week and will continue until September 9, 2026, giving residents an opportunity to clear unwanted waste from their properties. Residents are being asked to clean their compounds and place rubbish outside their homes in an accessible location for collection. Items that can be put out include tree branches, grass, old tyres, empty containers, bottles and other backyard waste. The council says collection teams will pass through each street only once. Residents are therefore advised to place their…
Australia is preparing to welcome the world for the biggest Rugby World Cup ever, with thousands of volunteers now being recruited to help deliver the expanded 2027 tournament. Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 will run from 1 October to 13 November 2027, featuring 24 nations and 52 matches across seven Australian Host Cities. About 3,500 volunteers will be part of the tournament, helping fans, teams and visitors experience the event across its six-week schedule. The volunteer program, known as Team27, will place people at the centre of the tournament experience, with opportunities covering customer service, fan engagement and tournament operations.…
The Vodafone Fijiana XV has been named to take on Japan tonight, with kick-off scheduled for 8pm Fiji time. Karalaini Naisewa and Keleni Marawa will start in the front row at loosehead prop and hooker respectively, alongside Tiana Robanakadavu at tighthead prop. Merewairita Neivoha moves into the openside flanker role, having previously featured in the position against South Africa, while Ivamere Rokowati will start at fullback. Captain Kolora Lomani will lead the side, with vice-captain Alfreda Fisher starting at number eight. The midfield partnership of Josivini Neihamu and Ruth Raketekete will look to control the centre, with Aqela Raitubu and…
Strong winds are expected to affect parts of the country, with the public urged to remain cautious as weather conditions deteriorate. People living in affected areas are advised to take necessary precautions and secure loose items around their homes. The public is also encouraged to monitor the latest weather updates and advisories issued by the Fiji Meteorological Service. The post Strong Winds Expected in Parts of Fiji appeared first on Fiji One News.
Fiji and the United Arab Emirates are looking to expand cooperation in education, with discussions covering school development, scholarships, teacher training, technology and inclusive education. The areas of potential collaboration were discussed when Minister for Education Aseri Radrodro met with UAE Minister of State Dr. Noura Bint Mohammed Al Kaabi in Suva today. Radrodro welcomed the UAE delegation and acknowledged the longstanding relationship between the two countries, while also recognising the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the UAE. The Minister thanked the UAE for its continued support towards Fiji’s education sector,…