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
A simple experience involving a long standing neighbour issue has been used to reflect on how everyday living situations can shape wider ideas of trust,…
Calls are growing for faster action to clear derelict ships in Suva Harbour, following concerns raised after the recent sinking of the Spirit of Altruism.…
Residents in Tavua and Rakiraki will now have improved access to medical imaging services following the installation of new floor-mounted digital x-ray machines at local hospitals. The Ministry of Health…
Four youths have been arrested following an alleged aggravated robbery targeting a taxi driver in Nabua this morning. Police said the suspects, who are from Sukanaivalu Road, allegedly…
Students in Fiji’s maritime region will now have greater access to secondary education following the commissioning of Matuku Secondary School this week. The new school, located in…
A man has been charged in relation to a fatal motor vehicle accident that claimed the life of a 28-year-old flight attendant earlier this year.…
NEWS FROM AUSTRALIA
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Brothers Warwick and Garrett Prendiville’s recent multi-million-dollar home purchases form part of…
Australia’s share market has started the week higher, as hopes for a…
National law firm Thomson Geer has split its practice to rebrand and…
ANALYSIS: Australians may be waiting for real wages to recover but 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
Drishyam 3, the much-awaited Malayalam film, is set to release the day after tomorrow, on May 21, and excitement is tremendous, thanks to the casting…
Maddock Films has unveiled ‘Mashooqa,’ the latest song from the upcoming film Cocktail 2, and the energetic summer track is already grabbing attention for its…
Star Plus has officially announced the launch date of its upcoming television show Sairaab, which has already generated curiosity among viewers ever since its title…
Sometimes, the biggest stories begin with the most unexpected clues. An abandoned ATM on a beach, two unlikely men standing beside it, and a mystery…
Amazon MGM Studios has officially announced the theatrical release date of Vibe, the upcoming action-comedy directed by Kunal Kemmu. The film is set to arrive…
Bandar is one of the anticipated films of 2026, and every new reveal from the film continues to build excitement. Marking the first collaboration between…