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 and New Zealand have strengthened their longstanding bilateral ties after signing the refreshed Duavata Partnership for 2026–2030 in Auckland. The agreement was signed by…
The Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption (FICAC) has ended its preliminary assessment into a complaint involving Acting Director of Public Prosecutions Nancy Tikoisuva, Deputy Director…
The Homecoming Festival will not be held in 2026, with organisers announcing the event has been paused due to ongoing global economic pressures and rising…
New recycling drums have been installed at Ratu Sukuna Park as part of a partnership between the Pacific Recycling Foundation, the Suva City Council and…
Fiji made it two wins from two at the OFC U-16 Men’s Championship in Papua New Guinea after a commanding 5-0 victory over Samoa. After…
TNG Holdings Pte Limited has appealed the Department of Environment’s decision to reject its proposed waste management project at Vuda. The matter was called before…
NEWS FROM AUSTRALIA
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Traditional owners have backed Rio Tinto’s plan to build WA’s largest copper…
The state’s peak body for epilepsy has continued its push for better…
Houston-based Woodside executive Daniel Kalms will leave the business after 25 years,…
West Perth-based Windsor Knight is punching above its weight in retail property…
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
Abundantia Entertainment has announced Angre, a theatrical feature film chronicling the life of Sarkhel Kanhojiraje Angre, the Grand Admiral of the Maratha Navy who protected…
The much awaited Dhamaal 4 is all set to release tomorrow, July 10, and the excitement is tremendous due to the casting, hilarious trailer and…
Hrithik Roshan is preparing to unlock a portion of his investment in fitness and wellness platform Cult.fit as the company moves ahead with its proposed…
Actor Raashii Khanna has wrapped up her schedule of shooting for Anees Bazmee’s upcoming comedy featuring Akshay Kumar, Vidya Balan and Raashii Khanna.On the occasion,…
The first look poster of Dada – The Sourav Ganguly Story, starring Rajkummar Rao, was unveiled today on the occasion of Sourav Ganguly’s birthday. The…
The Bombay High Court has granted interim relief to actor Preity Zinta in her legal battle against AI-generated deepfakes, morphed images, fake videos and other…