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 State is seeking a custodial sentence for a former Chief Executive Officer of an investment company. Nouzab Fareed appeared before Chief Magistrate Josaia Waqaivolavola…
The Australian Government has announced an additional FJ$23.5 million to support Fiji’s fight against HIV, strengthening the country’s national outbreak response as cases continue to…
A search and rescue operation is underway for an overdue boat carrying six people that failed to arrive at its destination in the Lau Group.…
Fiji Rugby has reaffirmed its commitment to women’s rugby, urging fans to rally behind the Vodafone Fijiana XV when they take on South Africa in…
A new legacy programme linked to the 2027 and 2029 Rugby World Cups has been launched with AUD$30 million in Australian Government funding to deliver…
The Supreme Court today heard cross-appeals involving Fiji-Canadian national Joshua Rahman over the 2018 seizure of 40 kilograms of cocaine with an estimated street value…
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Former Eagles player Andrew Donnelly and wife Natasha have been given another…
The European company that bought Perth-based Georgiou Group has expanded its local…
While the WA government spends millions of dollars attracting events to this…
Perth medtech company Lubdub Technologies, which is developing a holistic ‘heart health…
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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Reports suggesting that Ajay Devgn’s Golmaal 5 is gearing up for a December 4, 2026 release have been dismissed by the film’s makers. A spokesperson…
Salman Khan’s brother, Sohail Khan, who has been staying away from films for several years, recently grabbed headlines with his participation in the television reality…
Filmmaker Atlee has reportedly added another landmark investment to his growing portfolio by purchasing a luxurious sea-facing apartment worth approximately Rs 38 crores in Mumbai’s…
Actor Rajpal Yadav has reportedly suffered another setback in his long-running financial troubles. According to a report by NDTV, two of the actor’s properties in…
India’s biggest celebrity brands are no longer dominated solely by male stars. Kroll’s Celebrity Brand Valuation Report 2025 highlights a notable shift, with 12 actresses…
Shah Rukh Khan has returned to the top of India’s celebrity brand rankings. According to Kroll’s Celebrity Brand Valuation Report 2025, the superstar has emerged…