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
Former Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica has pleaded not guilty to charges of perjury and giving false information to a public servant. He appeared before…
Minister for Defence Pio Tikoduadua has commended the Republic of Fiji Military Forces Commander Ro Jone Kalouniwai for publicly acknowledging accountability following the death of…
The High Court has refused the permanent stay applications filed by Suva Lawyer Tanya Waqanika. Waqanika’s application to halt criminal proceedings initiated against her by…
A 38-year-old man from Olosara in Sigatoka is believed to be the country’s latest road fatality victim following a horrific accident along Queens Road in…
A victim of the fire at the Zamzam Restaurant in Samabula has passed away. Police confirmed that the victim, a 23-year-old foreign national, died over…
The Ministry of Health highlights that nurses at the Colonial War Memorial Hospital are only encouraged to work three 12-hour shifts each week to remain…
NEWS FROM AUSTRALIA
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OPINION: Corralling a bunch of unhappy campers is an ongoing issue for…
OPINION: WA could learn from planners in other states when it comes…
A report recently tabled to Parliament highlights the data security weaknesses in…
Mark Pownall is joined by Tom Zaunmayr, Ella Loneragan and Sam Jones…
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 legal battle between media giants JioStar and Zee Entertainment Enterprises appears to be intensifying. According to an exclusive Reuters report, JioStar has initiated legal…
Ananya Panday has added another milestone to her growing international fashion journey after being officially announced as the Fragrance & Beauty Ambassador for Chanel in…
Achieving a premier status as the most respected recognition for the “architects of the screen,” the 7th edition of the SWA (Screenwriters Association) Awards has…
The Mumbai Crime Branch’s Property Cell has arrested businessman Nishit Patel in an alleged Rs 16.24 crores cheating case involving Habiba Jaffrey, the wife of…
Celebrity hairstylist Aalim Hakim has sparked conversation across the entertainment industry after sharing a strongly worded note on social media about the treatment of creative…
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…