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
Sugarcane farmers will continue to receive Government support as preparations for the 2026 crushing season gather pace, with new and ongoing assistance aimed at providing…
Thousands of residents in Rotuma, Lakeba and Vanua Balavu are set to gain improved access to reliable water services through the REnew Pacific project, which…
Australia Under-20s have secured top spot in Pool D of the World Rugby U20 Championship after a commanding 53-17 victory over the SportsWorld Fiji U20…
Tonight’s World Rugby Under-20 Championship clash between Fiji and Australia will carry extra meaning for one proud family. SportsWorld Fijian U20 inside centre Sailosi Taka…
Fiji, back on the Junior World Championship stage for the first time since 2024, make several changes following the loss to France with props Marika…
The Republic of Fiji Military Forces has made a historic submission to the Constitution Review Commission, calling for the removal of constitutional immunity provisions. Commander…
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Former Beacon Minerals project manager Alex McCulloch has been handed a 12-month…
Wall Street has advanced, notching a partial rebound from a three-day losing…
Airservices chief attacks airlines for warnings of ‘frequent failures’
The HIA chief economist says home values in the WA capital could…
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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Salman Khan’s upcoming slate continues to expand. After signing an action-comedy with filmmaker duo Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D.K., and while shooting for his untitled…
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The Mumbai Crime Branch has issued a lookout notice against suspended Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) assistant municipal commissioner Mahesh Patil in connection with the alleged…
The legal troubles surrounding Vikram Bhatt’s upcoming horror film Haunted – Echoes Of The Past continue to mount. Around 10 days before the film’s scheduled…
The makers of Alpha have finally unveiled the film’s much-awaited trailer, offering audiences a first glimpse into the action-packed world of YRF Spy Universe’s first…
The speculation surrounding Kalki 2898 AD’s sequel continues to intensify following Deepika Padukone’s exit from the franchise. While social media and trade circles have been…