Happy Diwali 2025 Wishes And Images: Best Quotes, Messages To Wish Your Family, Friends, Near Ones On Deepavali

Last Updated:October 20, 2025, 07:43 IST Diwali 2025 Wishes and Images: Share warm Diwali wishes and messages with your loved ones. Discover meaningful quotes, blessings, and FAQs to celebrate the festival of lights. Happy Diwali Wishes 2025:...

Fiji receives $448.5M in remittances in first 4 months of 2025 - Rabuka

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has confirmed that in the first four months of this year, $448.5 million was remitted into the country by Fijians living overseas. While speaking during Fiji Day celebrations at Liverpool’s Woodward Park in...

Fiji losing a generation to gadgets warns Kiran

While the government is exploring the possibility of introducing restrictions on social media use for children under the age of 16, Minister for Women and Children believes there is also a strong need for cultural and behavioral shifts in how...

Hog, cake and a whale's tooth: How soldiers welcomed the Fijian president to a British Garrison

A whale's tooth, a cake and a suckling pig are just some of the array of items that were presented to Fiji's President Ratu Naiqama Tawakecolati Lalabalavu during a visit to Tidworth Garrison in Salisbury. During his visit, the president met some...

5th Pacific Human Rights Film Festival raises awareness of human rights

20 October 2025 Suva, Fiji – Over 3,000 people across the Pacific are seeing human rights in a new light thanks to the 5th Pacific Human Rights Film Festival’s powerful regional screenings. This year’s festival, on the themes of ‘Loss, Damage,...

Post-Covid Immigration To New Zealand By Nationality

Opinion – Keith Rankin Most immigrants arrive on non-residence visas, and then have to apply for permanent residence or other long-stay visas. An increasing proportion of New Zealand’s immigrants are foreign citizens. In the 2010s – especially the...

Fiji reaffirms commitment to inclusive governance and regional unity at 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference

Fiji reaffirms commitment to inclusive governance and regional unity at 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference Fiji has reaffirmed its strong commitment to democratic values, inclusivity and regional cooperation at the 68th Commonwealth...

OPINION | Fiji must look forward not backwards

AN eminent Fijian academic says the nation must focus on the future as it celebrates the 55th anniversary of its independence from Britain. The tenth of October in 1970 was a defining moment in Fiji’s history and marked the end of the country’s...

‘Gisborne was awash with colour’: Fijian heritage celebrated with pride

Music was also part of the event’s focus. “The Gisborne Sargam Musical Group [proud keepers of Fiji Girmitiyas’ tradition and culture] was honoured to be part of this significant occasion, contributing through fundraising efforts, cooking, and...

Fijian community celebrates independence and new home

The Fijian community in Samoa celebrated their nation’s 55th Independence Day on Friday night at Don Bosco High School and Vocational Centre with a vibrant display of culture, unity, and gratitude, not just for Fiji’s independence from British...

New study pathways open for Fijians through TSLS and University of Otago Partnership

New study pathways open for Fijians through TSLS and University of Otago Partnership The Tertiary Scholarships and Loans Services has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Otago – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka, providing opportunities...

Fiji announces $500 million upgrade for CWM hospital

A major $500 million hospital upgrade has been announced for Fiji’s Colonial War Memorial (CWM) Hospital, marking one of the largest public health investments in Fiji. The announcement was made by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance,...

WFF 2025: Pioneering a common future for humankind at the Global-Hub on Indigenous Peoples’ Food Systems

Rome – Indigenous Peoples leaders, Ministers and High-level delegates convened today at the headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) for the Global-Hub on Indigenous Peoples’ Food Systems. Hosted in two...

Fijian PM calls for unity, peace, progress as Fiji marks 55 years of independence

SUVA, Oct. 10 (Xinhua) -- Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has urged all Fijians to embrace unity, peace, and progress as the nation celebrates 55 years of independence. Delivering his Fiji Day message on Friday, Rabuka reflected on Fiji's...

WFF 2025: Pioneering Common Future For Humankind At Global-Hub On Indigenous Peoples’ Food Systems

Indigenous Peoples leaders, Ministers and High-level delegates convened today at the headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) for the Global-Hub on Indigenous Peoples’ Food Systems. Hosted in two Sami...

National dialogue explores alternatives to corporal punishment in Fiji

The Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection yesterday convened the National Conversation on Corporal Punishment, bringing together key representatives from the education, justice, psychology, and faith sectors to discuss effective,...

Fiji Rugby mourns Senibale’s passing

Fiji Rugby is in mourning following the sudden death of Fiji Schoolboys Under-18 assistant coach Lasarusa Senibale, who passed away in Canberra, Australia last week just a day before the team’s second match on tour. The heartbreaking news sent...

Fijian filmmaker Koroivulaono champions Pacific stories through film

Fijian filmmaker Elizabeth Koroivulaono has emerged as one of the Pacific’s most authentic voices in storytelling, using her lived experiences and creative talents to shine a light on the rich, diverse realities of Pacific communities. Born in...

Suva to host Miss Fiji Pageant from 10th to 13th December

Fiji is set to shine on the regional stage as it prepares to host both the Miss Fiji Pageant and the Miss Pacific Islands Pageant, celebrating culture, beauty, and empowerment across the Pacific. Speaking at the launch of the events, Minister for...

Fiji Day is a time to reflect, unite, and progress – Radrodro

Today marks a proud moment for all Fijians as we honour the contributions of our multiracial and multicultural community while celebrating 55 years of independence for our beloved nation. Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro says this year’s...