Welcome to Fiji Times, Australia
For many overseas Fijians, staying connected to home means staying connected to the people, culture, and community spirit that continue to shape their identity abroad. For years, Fiji Times has been one of the leading publications serving Fijian communities across Sydney and New South Wales, helping bridge that connection through news, stories, and community coverage.
With strong relationships across a wide network of associations, cultural organisations, and community groups, Fiji Times holds a particularly close connection with Fiji Indian communities living in Australia. From local events and achievements to developments back home in Fiji, the publication continues to provide content that reflects the interests and experiences of overseas Fijians across generations.
Today, Fiji Times remains committed to informing, connecting, and celebrating the Fijian diaspora while strengthening the bond between overseas communities and the place they continue to proudly call home.
News From Fiji
Fiji has taken a significant step in its environmental governance with the official launch of three key national biodiversity policy instruments aimed at strengthening conservation…
Labasa College has emerged as one of the breakout teams of this year’s Secondary Schools Futsal Competition, with first-time participation turning into a remarkable national campaign…
Government officials, researchers, students, and industry representatives gathered at the Fiji National University’s College of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry in Koronivia yesterday to mark the International Day of…
The refreshed packaging of Sanitarium Weet-Bix is more than a branding exercise for the CJ Patel Group, it reflects how corporate partnerships are increasingly being…
The Ministry of Health & Medical Services has officially launched a two-year National Dengue and Other Vector-Borne Disease Control Programme in partnership with the GX…
Fiji and the European Union have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening climate cooperation and advancing preparations for upcoming Pre-COP discussions following a meeting between Lynda…
NEWS FROM AUSTRALIA
Sydney Town Hall will host a memorial for the late radio presenter and musician, with limited spots available for members of the public.
ABC staff have struck an enterprise agreement with the broadcaster, bringing an end to a pay dispute that culminated in a 24-hour strike.
James Valentine started his career on the stage, but it was his time behind the microphone in the studio and an interactive style that came…
The presenter and professional saxophone player is being remembered for his ability to explore the humour and oddities of daily life on the airwaves.
The ABC Classic 100 in Concert brings Australia’s most popular classical music, as chosen by audiences, from the radio to the stage.
The updated ABC offer includes new provisions to ensure staff progress through pay bandings.
Annie Creasy’s AIM Mining has failed in another crack at Wiluna Mining…
Claire Tyrrell speaks to Ella Loneragan about the state of major projects…
Australia’s share market has fallen for four of the past five weeks,…
Nigel Satterley says the federal budget’s tax reforms will add pressure to…
Articles
The Girmitya - how indentured labour shaped modern Fiji
On the second of May 1879, a ship called the Leonidas docked at Levuka – then the capital of colonial Fiji – carrying 463 men, women, and children from India.
October 10, 1970 - the day Fiji became independent
October 10, 1970, was a Thursday. In Suva’s Albert Park, a ceremony took place that had been centuries in the making and that no living Fijian had ever witnessed before — the lowering of a colonial flag and the raising of their own.
What to eat in Fiji - a guide to the food Fijians actually love
The food at a Fijian resort is usually fine. It is designed for an international palate, fresh, and perfectly acceptable. It is also not what Fijians eat at home.
Fijians in Australia - people who made their mark
There are approximately 60,000 people of Fijian origin living in Australia. They are nurses and doctors, teachers and engineers, builders and business owners, athletes and artists, community leaders and public servants.
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ENTERTAINMENT
The legal battle between media giants JioStar and Zee Entertainment Enterprises appears to be intensifying. According to an exclusive Reuters report, JioStar has initiated legal…
Ananya Panday has added another milestone to her growing international fashion journey after being officially announced as the Fragrance & Beauty Ambassador for Chanel in…
Achieving a premier status as the most respected recognition for the “architects of the screen,” the 7th edition of the SWA (Screenwriters Association) Awards has…
The Mumbai Crime Branch’s Property Cell has arrested businessman Nishit Patel in an alleged Rs 16.24 crores cheating case involving Habiba Jaffrey, the wife of…
Celebrity hairstylist Aalim Hakim has sparked conversation across the entertainment industry after sharing a strongly worded note on social media about the treatment of creative…
The teaser of Welcome To The Jungle was officially unveiled on Friday, May 15, giving audiences a glimpse into what promises to be one of…