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
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services has urged Fijians to avoid non-essential travel to several Central African nations following concerns over the spread of…
Fijians seeking Government support for overseas medical treatment must complete a detailed screening and financial assessment process before assistance is approved. Speaking in Parliament, Minister…
The High Court has again adjourned judgment in the murder case involving accused Apisai Madigibuli. Madigibuli is charged with allegedly murdering his pregnant wife, 26-year-old…
Businessman Sanjay Kaba’s lawyer has told the Suva Magistrates Court there is no case to answer in the abuse of office trial linked to Telecom…
The Government’s ambitious education reform agenda has drawn scrutiny from the Opposition, with concerns raised over persistent teacher shortages, delayed allowances, and unequal access to…
The newly opened Cuvu Community Learning Centre is expected to bring long-term educational benefits to students and families across the Cuvu district and surrounding communities.…
NEWS FROM AUSTRALIA
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Jack McGinn and Ella Loneragan discuss the balancing act that’s key to…
The state and federal governments have selected ABN Group to build a…
Australia’s share market has snapped a six-session losing streak, buoyed by strong…
The state government has announced a review of WA Football, ahead of…
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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The teaser of Welcome To The Jungle was officially unveiled on Friday, May 15, giving audiences a glimpse into what promises to be one of…
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