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 Methodist Church in Fiji and Rotuma is looking at a new role for its divisional schools as it responds to growing social problems, including…
The Government is concerned by the continued delaying tactics being employed by the Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association and a small number of industry players…
The Methodist Church in Fiji and Rotuma could see a major change in how it operates, with its President proposing a reduction in the number…
A 10-year partnership between the Foundation for Rural Integrated Enterprises and Development (FRIEND) and the Motibhai Group is helping rural producers turn locally made goods…
The National Federation Party has extended its greetings to Fiji’s Muslim community as Muslims mark the Birthday of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, while highlighting the…
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has called on Fijians to strengthen unity, reject religious and racial intolerance, and embrace compassion and service as Fiji commemorates the…
NEWS FROM AUSTRALIA
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KPMG plea for $100m relief loans
Crypto currency operator Techteryx has won a WA Supreme Court application for…
Isabel Vieira and Ella Loneragan discuss the Motivation Foundation’s next steps in…
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
The makers of The Vvaan – Force of the Forrest have unveiled two new posters of the upcoming fantasy folklore film, offering a glimpse into…
Birds in the Dark (Hanere De Panchi), written, cinematographed, and directed by Shashank Walia, will have its World Premiere in the Vision section of the 31st…
Govinda has reportedly warned of legal action against media organisations, digital platforms and content creators over what he describes as false, misleading and defamatory information…
On August 12, the teaser of the much-awaited thriller Haiwaan was launched, followed by the launch of the song ‘Mere Hero Hai Woh’. There’s been…
Prime Video has announced September 25, 2026, as the worldwide premiere date for its upcoming Prime Original Movie Don’t Be Shy. Written and directed by…
Gaurav Verma’s Avanika Films has unveiled a new poster of Prem Keetanu, offering another glimpse into the youthful world of the upcoming theatrical release. The…