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
Seaweed farming is creating new income opportunities for communities in Tailevu as the Ministry of Fisheries continues to expand community-based aquaculture programmes across Fiji. A…
The Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection has issued a strong warning against the unauthorised filming and online sharing of videos involving elderly people…
The SportsWorld Fiji Under-20 side secured their first win of the 2026 World Rugby U20 Championship after overcoming Spain 29-26 in a dramatic Pool D…
The McDonald’s Coral Coast Fiji 7s will introduce a new player sanctions trial at its 2027 tournament, with organisers aiming to improve fairness while maintaining…
For decades, Fijians visiting family, doing business, or studying in Australia have faced tighter travel rules than the ones Australians enjoy when they come here.…
The government says it received advance notification from the Government of the People’s Republic of China regarding a military training activity conducted in the Pacific…
NEWS FROM AUSTRALIA
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Henderson-based junior Adisyn has announced a series of management changes as it…
Darwin construction firm Sitzler has been awarded a $238.5 million contract to…
The retirement village operator, which is set to acquire Peet, has rejected…
The world’s largest steelmaker is mulling a stake in one of the…
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 wait is finally over for fans eager to see Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan share screen space once again. The makers of Haiwaan…
The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has reiterated its demand for strict action against filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali following the reported death of a…
The makers of Baby Do Die Do have announced an expanded overseas release plan for the upcoming action thriller, which is set to hit cinemas…
The much-awaited Welcome To The Jungle has finally been released and has opened to a good response. As a result, the film is expected to…
Two weeks are left for the release of Dhamaal 4 and the promotions are on in full swing. The trailer launch took place on June…
The highly anticipated Welcome To The Jungle has finally been released and features many surprises. One such surprise can be read right at the beginning…