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
Cancer stigma and fear continue to affect how some cancer patients seek and continue treatment, with the Fiji Cancer Society highlighting cases where patients initially…
Vision Group is marking 20 years since its formation, while Vision Investments Limited is celebrating a decade since its listing on the South Pacific Stock…
Pacific climate priorities and access to climate finance were among the key issues discussed during a Pre-COP31 media meet at the Fiji National University Nabua…
Nasinu Town Council is looking at developing designated roadside markets along Ratu Dovi Road and other parts of the municipality as it works to better…
The Fiji Women’s Team has continued its impressive campaign at the 46th World Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, securing another convincing team victory as Fiji’s…
The Vodafone Fijiana Women produced a courageous comeback to defeat the Netherlands in a thrilling WXV Global Series Challenger decider in Hong Kong, sealing victory…
NEWS FROM AUSTRALIA
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Sam Jones and Nadia Budihardjo discuss Austal’s US arm.
From the Hill: The WA government wants Deloitte to return some of…
Australia’s share market has trimmed most of its early losses after weaker-than-expected…
WA’s construction union has given a ringing endorsement of Victor Goh as…
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
Real-life couple Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal will be seen in an intense film later this month, Tu Hai Meri Kiran. The intriguing first look…
Vijay Deverakonda’s skincare brand UNHYPE has sold out its launch edition of VD Signature Routines within two weeks of opening pre-bookings. According to the brand,…
Bigg Boss 20 has witnessed its first mid-week eviction of the season, with Rhiti Tiwari reportedly eliminated from the house. Unlike the regular elimination process…
The first look of Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal from their upcoming film Tu Hai Meri Kiran has been unveiled, giving audiences a glimpse of…
India’s rapidly expanding microdrama ecosystem has just thrown up another striking indicator of how quickly the format is gaining ground. Short-drama apps are no longer…
Mumbai is gearing up for a glittering global night, and Alia Bhatt will be right at the heart of it. The actor, producer and entrepreneur…