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 man charged with the attempted murder of a police officer has been directed to provide medical evidence to support his claim that he was…
Four people are in police custody following separate raids carried out by Nadi Police and the joint police-military taskforce in the Western Division. A late-night…
Fijians are being urged to exercise caution when making accusations or sharing information on social media, with Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu warning that public calls…
The Fiji Under-15 football team opened its OFC Development Tournament campaign with a hard-fought 2-2 draw against New Caledonia. The Baby Bula Boys started brightly,…
Veteran winger Manasa Mataele will remain with the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua after signing a one-year contract extension ahead of the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific…
Fiji Weightlifting is targeting a stronger presence on the international stage especially the Olympics, with Head Coach Henry Elder stressing the need for greater financial…
NEWS FROM AUSTRALIA
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The estimated cost of decommissioning the Cliff Head oilfield off Dongara has…
In Labor Party circles the name Curtin is revered and celebrated, which…
Australian underwater drones capable of carrying sea mines and supplies will take…
A Pilbara shire is putting its hand out for government support to…
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
P.C. Chandra Jewellers has announced actor Pratibha Ranta as its new brand ambassador. The association brings the young actor on board as the jewellery retailer…
Ranbir Kapoor has been appointed as the Brand Ambassador of Pune-based real estate developer Mantra Group. The actor will be the face of the Group…
Kareena Kapoor Khan has come on board for an interesting partnership with Google Android, bringing her star presence to a new global collaboration that brings…
Around a month is left for the release of Ramayana and the excitement is slowly building. However, there is still no clarity about its exact…
Varun Dhawan has taken the next step in his recent farming journey by joining nutrition-focused brand Better Nutrition as an investor and brand ambassador. The…
Women in Film India (WIF India) and Google Flow have come together to launch the WIF India × Google Flow Filmathon – a new creative…