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
Young people in Abaca Village, Lautoka, have received new equipment support aimed at boosting livelihood opportunities and encouraging community-driven initiatives. The 27-member Abaca Youth Club…
A former corrections officer charged with the murder of his de facto partner has been granted a variation to his bail conditions after undergoing surgery.…
The All Blacks Sevens are on the lookout for a new head coach, with Tomasi Cama stepping away after the end of the current World…
Fiji is taking proactive steps to prepare for the long-term impacts of climate change following Cabinet’s endorsement of a National Resettlement Taskforce. The Taskforce will…
Economists and policymakers have raised concerns that Fiji’s economic recovery and growth trajectory are not translating into stronger livelihoods, productivity gains, or long-term resilience, warning…
The Water Authority of Fiji reaffirmed that the new Environmental and Social Management System or ESMS and its implementation will play a key role in…
NEWS FROM AUSTRALIA
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State opposition leader Basil Zempilas says the slow-moving $400 million Aboriginal Cultural…
Sam Jones and Nadia Budihardjo discuss Parkerville Children and Youth Care’s new…
Australian shares have clocked a second straight session of gains, as solid…
The state’s highest court has refused Clive Palmer-led Mineralogy’s appeal against CITIC,…
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
Dhurandhar, the 2025 spy action thriller from Jio Studios and B62 Studios, will have its world television premiere on Saturday, 30 May at 7 PM,…
Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar has finally reacted to the shocking hard disk theft case linked to Tiger Baby Digital LLP, the production company co-founded by her…
Veteran actor Ramakant Daayama has passed away, leaving the entertainment industry and his admirers deeply saddened. Known for his memorable performances across films, television, and…
Actor Ranveer Singh has visited the Chamundeshwari Temple in Mysore following a direction from the Karnataka High Court, as part of proceedings connected to a…
The controversy around Ananya Panday’s dance sequence in Chand Mera Dil says less about one performance and a lot more about the times we live…
In a heartwarming act of compassion, Vishal Jethwa, along with his mother, recently donated blood to support Thalassemia patients. Their thoughtful gesture not only highlighted…