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
The Fiji Development Bank (FDB) is working to improve dairy farmers’ access to financing, with a new partnership aimed at increasing milk production and strengthening…
Cabinet has endorsed proposed reforms to Fiji’s national intelligence system aimed at strengthening the country’s ability to identify, assess and respond to emerging national security…
The NGO Coalition on Human Rights is questioning the constitutional authority behind Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka’s announcement that Fiji’s national referendum will be held on…
Colgate-Palmolive Fiji is encouraging Fijians to make handwashing a daily habit as the country marks Global Handwashing Day today. In partnership with the Ministry of…
Netball Fiji has unveiled its 15-player squad for the inaugural PacificAus Sports Netball Challenge 2026 in Brisbane, Australia, with the tournament set to provide local…
Rugby sevens fans can look forward to three international tournaments across Africa and South America in early 2027, with World Rugby confirming the schedule for…
NEWS FROM AUSTRALIA
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Nationals’ leader Shane Love has pleaded for stronger action to be taken…
Queensland-focused AIC Mines has reaffirmed its FY27 annual production guidance despite disruptions…
A $41 billion off-grid renewable energy precinct and data centre proposed in…
The state government will seek to free up significant western suburbs land…
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
Amit Trivedi had a conversation with Komal Nahta in which he revealed that he had no plans of composing songs for films. However, he made…
For many viewers, Addinath M Kothare has emerged as one of the biggest surprises in Nayyi Navelli. An unexpected twist in the story has made…
Kartik Aaryan is on a roll. After delivering blockbusters like Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety and the Punchnama…
Rapper and singer Yo Yo Honey Singh appeared before the Maharashtra Cyber Cell on Friday, October 16, and was questioned for more than two hours…
Actor and filmmaker Rishab Shetty has been announced as the new brand face of Country Delight. The brand revealed the association through a post on…
Ayushmann Khurrana and Sharvari are set to join singer Falguni Pathak at a garba festival in Mumbai as part of the promotion for their upcoming…