Early Edition Fiji

17/07/2025

In Australia, many more Protection visa (subclass 866) applications are refused than granted.

More than 85% of applications are refused, as they don’t meet the visa requirements. Applications from some nationalities have refusal rates close to 100%.

Protection visas are for asylum seekers – people who face a real risk of significant harm or persecution if they return home.

They are not for people who just want to stay longer in Australia to work.

There may be other visas more suited to your circumstances. For more information visit homeaffairs.gov.au/protection

17/07/2025

From Fiji 7s and Flying Fijians to now a proud graduate — what a journey!

Congratulations to Nikola Matawalu on receiving a First Class Honours Bachelor of Science Degree in Rugby Coaching and Performance from the University of South Wales

17/07/2025

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Hon. Biman Prasad with Ministers and MPs following the passing of the 2025-2026 Appropriation Bill

📸 Parliament of the Republic of Fiji

17/07/2025

Tragedy in Dreketi:
8-Year-Old Girl from Naua Settlement Dies After Alleged Fall from Tree While Playing On Tuesday .
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17/07/2025

People must remain cautious as a landslide has occurred along Kings Road in Manoca, opposite Mara Road, extending into the Rewa River.

The Fiji Roa

17/07/2025

Overcrowding at Remand Centres a Long-Term Crisis, Acknowledged by Acting Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Siromi Turaga.
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17/07/2025

“We urge all Fijians to prioritise safety, take necessary precautions, and support vulnerable community members,” NDRMO stated....

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Dear Fiji Government and Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka

We urgently call for the immediate relocation and provision of a safe temporary shelter for the resilient people of Nadaro Village in Tailevu. They deserve better.

Over 50 homes are now submerged following overnight flooding, putting children, pregnant mothers, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and entire livelihoods at risk. Livestock and food sources have been lost.

Beyond the physical destruction, there is now an alarming public health risk. Standing floodwaters and poor sanitation conditions drastically increase the chances of waterborne and vector-borne diseases such as leptospirosis, dengue fever, typhoid, tuberculosis, and diarrhea.

We urge the Ministry of Health, Fiji to immediately assess and monitor the area and provide the necessary medical support and preventative care.

Until long-term solutions are implemented to address the village’s vulnerable waterways and deteriorating road access, temporary relocation is not just necessary, it is critical.

This is only the beginning. Without swift action, the next natural disaster could completely wipe out the village.

17/07/2025

Hon Alitia Bainivalu MP is clearly the ONLY cabinet Minister that’s actually reliable and forthcoming when it comes to helping serve the people of Fiji. This is what a true servant of Fiji looks like. Not just nice designed dresses and expensive accessories, its about humbling yourself and meeting the needs of the people of Fiji.

TO ALL FARMERS AND THOSE WHO NEED HELP FROM OUR MINISTRIES

Bula Vinaka,

I’m Alitia Bainivalu, your Minister for Fisheries and Forestry and currently Acting Minister for Agriculture and Waterways.

If you are a farmer or need assistance with anything related to our Ministries, you can contact me directly:

Phone: 9904261
Email: [email protected]

If I do not answer your call, please send me a message on Viber or Text. I may be in Parliament for the Parliament Sitting or in a meeting, but I will try my best to get back to you as soon as I can.

Let’s keep working together to grow our agriculture, forestry, and fisheries sectors. Your voices and concerns matter.

Vinaka vakalevu.