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 standard of Fiji’s domestic rugby league competitions needs to improve if the country is to strengthen its international pathway, says Nadera Panthers head coach…
With Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 now on the horizon, the Pacific Nations Cup is giving several teams an early opportunity to measure themselves against…
Communities across Kadavu are being supported in efforts to better protect forests, waterways and coastal ecosystems through a series of environmental and forestry assessments. Conservation…
People in Labasa and surrounding communities have an opportunity to have their say on Fiji’s proposed Maritime Powers Bill, with public consultations continuing today. The…
Four men are in police custody following an alleged aggravated robbery involving a taxi driver on Sukanaivalu Road. The arrests followed operations by the Southern…
The Vodafone Fijiana 15s have etched their names into the history books after securing their first-ever victory over Spain, producing a remarkable late comeback to…
NEWS FROM AUSTRALIA
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Housing Minister John Carey has called for an urgent briefing on a…
The state government is facing mounting pressure over its multi-billion-dollar infrastructure agenda…
Australian Institute of Management WA chief executive Gary Martin casts an eye…
Australia’s canola crop is forecast to bring home the gold, with forecasts…
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
Ajay Devgn is currently gearing up for the much-awaited Drishyam The Conclusion. The thriller releases in cinemas on October 2 and marks the veteran actor’s…
In a significant relief for cinema exhibitors, the Karnataka High Court has quashed notices that had made the collection and remittance of a 2% cess…
Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) commissioner Tukaram Mundhe has said that the celebrity status of Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff will…
Returning to Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, for its fourth showcase, IIFA 2027 builds on its landmark partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism –…
Ranveer Singh recently visited the iconic Lalbaugcha Raja pandal in Mumbai during the ongoing Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. During his interaction with News18, the actor announced…
The two major films of the week, Daayra and Vibe, were released today, September 18. Though the two belong to completely different genres, they have…