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
Public consultations on the Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2026 will begin tomorrow. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka saying a proposed extension of the consultation period will not…
Acting Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Siromi Turaga has resigned. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka confirming that he has accepted the resignation. The resignation comes amid…
The Fiji Rugby Football Union (FRU) has announced Rugby World Cup-winning coach Jake White as the new Head Coach of the FIJI Water Flying Fijians,…
Forty-two participants from 12 Pacific Island countries have completed the Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre’s (FWCC) 46th Regional Training Programme on Gender, Violence Against Women and…
Ba Football Association president Praneel Dayal has praised the hard work, planning and support of fans after Ba secured four major titles, capping off a…
The Online Safety Commission is warning social media users against sharing intimate images and videos without consent, amid allegations involving a Cabinet minister at the…
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Rate rise bets jump after RBA warns of ‘materially worse’ inflation
The apartment developer is optimistic about the outlook for Perth, amid a…
Disability support provider Rocky Bay has announced its chief executive and managing…
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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Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon has approached the Delhi High Court seeking protection of her personality and publicity rights against the alleged unauthorised use of her…
Actor Ranbir Kapoor has leased out his apartment at Trump Towers in Pune’s Kalyani Nagar for a monthly rent of Rs 4.63 lakh. According to…
At a time when Bollywood is obsessed with franchises and cinematic universes, Drishyam: The Conclusion has proved that knowing when to end a successful story…
The phenomenal success of Saiyaara (2025) changed the fortunes of Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda overnight. The Mohit Suri directorial emerged as one of the…
Janhvi Kapoor, Sreeleela and Siddharth Gupta have come together for an untitled thriller directed by Umesh Bisht. The film’s first shooting schedule has commenced in…
The horror comedy Nayyi Navelli has released today, October 16, and has caught attention due to its quirky trailer, unusual premise and the presence of…