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
Republic of Fiji Military Forces Commander Major General Ro Jone Kalouniwai has confirmed that 13 military personnel are currently undergoing the interview process as part…
The Pacific Oceania Under-15 girls’ team delivered a dominant performance at the Australian Teams Championships on the Gold Coast, defeating Tasmania 3-0 to register its…
Former Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica has been scheduled to stand trial later this month after appearing in the Suva Magistrates Court today for a…
The Pacific Oceania Under-15 boys’ team claimed its first victory at the Australian Teams Championships on the Gold Coast, defeating Tasmania 2-1 in the Development…
Residents and businesses in Levuka are expected to benefit from a more reliable water supply following the completion of the new Totogo Reservoir, a major…
The FIJI Water Flying Fijians have unveiled a strong 23-man squad for their opening Nations Championship encounter against Wales at Cardiff City Stadium on Saturday,…
NEWS FROM AUSTRALIA
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Murdoch University will backpay almost $5 million to more than 2,100 employees,…
Former deputy prime minister Kim Beazley has delivered an unapologetic defence of…
Leaders in the valuation industry say there is a direct link between…
Fixing Australia’s lagging productivity rate will likely take years rather than months,…
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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