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 Under-16 men’s team is just one victory away from reaching the final of the OFC U-16 Men’s Championship as they prepare for a…
13-year-old aspiring rugby referee Vaibhavi Deo has returned from New Zealand with memories to last a lifetime after being surprised with an extraordinary behind-the-scenes experience…
The Fiji Under-16 Boys are one win away from reaching the OFC Under-16 Men’s Championship final as they prepare to take on the Solomon Islands…
Thirty senior police officers taking part in the Superintendents Qualifying Course have completed a training session led by the Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre aimed at…
A Labasa farmer is helping transform his community by promoting agriculture as a pathway to stronger livelihoods and improved food security. Thirty-three-year-old Deepak Chand returned…
A Fijian serving in the British Army is leading a 236-kilometre charity march across Viti Levu to support military veterans while raising awareness about the…
NEWS FROM AUSTRALIA
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Peel Thunder Football Club has appointed Daniel Bandy as its permanent chief…
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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 Indian Film Festival of Melbourne is proud to announce that acclaimed actor and humanitarian Rani Mukerji will be conferred the prestigious Honorary Doctor of…
Sara Ali Khan has been announced as the newest brand ambassador for Kalyan Jewellers, marking a significant addition to the jewellery retailer’s star-studded lineup. The…
Akshay Kumar has sparked excitement among fans with a cryptic teaser for his upcoming film Haiwaan, setting the stage for a major reveal. The actor…
A few days remain before the release of The Odyssey and excitement is tremendous. The buzz skyrocketed after Christopher Nolan, Tom Holland and Matt Damon…
Earlier this year, Bollywood Hungama was among the first to inform readers that Ravi Kishan plays a critical role in the Kartik Aaryan-starrer Naagzilla, directed…
The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition filed by a Mumbai resident challenging the approvals granted for the renovation of Mannat, the seaside Bandra bungalow…