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
Authorities are continuing investigations into dozens of suspicious parcels discovered in Fiji’s maritime regions, with 27 packages containing white substances now undergoing analysis at the…
A simple test can save a life, but for many, access, stigma and delays still stand in the way. Improving HIV testing and bringing services…
A PALM scheme worker in Australia who recently surfaced in a viral social media post claiming he was homeless has prompted concern back home, with…
At the Samabula Sikh Temple, worshippers gathered to mark the Shaheedi Diwas of Guru Arjan Dev Ji, remembering his sacrifice for humanity and his message…
Today, hundreds gathered in Suva to mark the 12th International Day of Yoga, celebrating a practice that continues to bring people together through health, wellness…
Fiji has been re-elected Chair of the Regional Steering Group for Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS) in Asia and the Pacific for the 2026–2030…
NEWS FROM AUSTRALIA
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Australia’s share market has ended a volatile week higher, following five wild…
WorkSafe has started legal action against six companies over incidents that involved…
The state government has announced it has locked in a three-year deal…
Civmec boss Pat Tallon says the company’s diverse range of work has…
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
Bollywood star Akshay Kumar has sold two residential units in Mumbai’s Oberoi Sky City project in Borivali East for a combined value of Rs 7.1…
Shreyas Talpade and Kajal Aggarwal will soon be seen in The India Story and the makers released a poster last month. Bollywood Hungama has exclusively…
For the past few days, speculation surrounding Aamir Khan’s personal life has dominated social media, with reports claiming that the actor is preparing to tie…
After finding herself at the centre of an unexpected social media controversy, Nushrratt Bharuccha has finally addressed the speculation surrounding a video she shared during…
Fresh off the success of Saiyaara, the team of Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda, and director Mohit Suri is coming back together for another romantic project…
Prime Video has officially announced the release date for the second season of its comedy-drama series Gram Chikitsalay. The new season will premiere worldwide on…