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28/04/2026

HISTORICAL MILESTONE 🚨 ⏰ ‼️

PARA-ATHLETICS INCLUDED IN THE COCA COLA GAMES!

The journey has been a long one with many different key people that have contributed to this milestone.

We acknowledge Fiji Paralympic Committee, the Fiji National Sports Commission , the Fiji Sports Councill, Fiji Council of Special and Inclusive Education, Educators and our national advocates Coach Freddy for their hard work.

We acknowledge Mr. Kemueli Musunamasi’s leadership at the Fiji Vocational Technical Training Center for Persons with Disabilities and the dedication of their teachers to prepare the students.

Let us show up in numbers on the three days of competition to support our youths with disabilities competing for the first time.

Fiji Disabled Peoples Federation Fiji Mobility Alliance United Blind Persons of Fiji Fiji Association of the Deaf Psychiatric Survivors Association Fiji Counterstroke Fiji

Fiji Government

ATTENTION 🚨 All recipients of disability allowance please take note.
27/04/2026

ATTENTION 🚨

All recipients of disability allowance please take note.

Recipients of Government’s Disability Allowance Scheme should expect to receive the new rates shown in the table below.

If you have any queries - Help is available. Please contact the nearest Ministry office from 8am to 4pm Monday to Friday, on any of the numbers listed below:

Central Division 9981053 or 9981082
Northern Division 9906187
Western Division 9904182 or 9904179.




06/04/2026

PUBLIC ADVISORY BY THE FIJI NATIONAL DISASTER RISK MANAGEMENT OFFICE - Fiji NDMO

Tropical Cyclone Vaianu has intensified to a Category 2 system and may further strengthen to Category 3. All Fijians are urged to remain alert and prepared.

SAFETY ADVISORY:

* Stay updated with the latest weather information
* Avoid crossing flooded rivers, streams, and low-lying crossings
* Secure homes and loose items ahead of strong winds
* Exercise caution when travelling and at sea
* Move to higher ground if flooding occurs

EMERGENCY CONTACTS:

* Fire: 910
* Police: 917
* EFL: 913
* Water Authority of Fiji (WAF): 5777
* Fiji Roads Authority (FRA): 5720

PREPARE AN EMERGENCY KIT:

* Bottled or boiled drinking water
* Canned food
* Torch
* First aid kit
* Battery-powered radio & spare batteries
* Important medications and documents
* Sanitisers/soap

Stay safe, stay informed, and look out for one another.

06/04/2026

PUBLIC ADVISORY BY THE WATER AUTHORITY OF FIJI – STORE WATER FOR BACKUP SUPPLY

The Water Authority of Fiji is advising customers to store water in advance as Tropical Cyclone Vaianu continues to affect the country.

Adverse weather conditions, including prolonged heavy rain and flooding, may disrupt water production and supply. This could lead to low water pressure or temporary supply interruptions in some areas. Poor road conditions may also delay water cartage services to affected communities.

Customers are strongly encouraged to:
• Store sufficient water for household use
• Boil drinking water as a precaution
• Use water wisely during this period

The Authority’s National Call Centre remains operational 24/7. For assistance, please contact 3346777, short code 5777, or toll-free 1508.

Email enquiries can be sent to contact@waf.com.fj

Stay safe, be prepared, and continue to follow official updates.

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06/04/2026

PUBLIC ADVISORY BY THE FIJI METEOROLOGICAL SERVICE OFFICE

TROPICAL CYCLONE UPDATE OF THE HOUR:

Tropical Cyclone Vaianu has now been upgraded to a Category 3 system.

While the system has intensified, its forecast track and expected impacts remain consistent with previous forecasts and warnings issued.

The Fiji Meteorological Service will continue to closely monitor the situation and provide timely updates as necessary. We strongly advise the public to remain vigilant, stay informed, and take all necessary precautions.

Stay safe, Fiji.

06/04/2026

As we approach the cyclone season, we urge parents, caregivers, and the general public to take extra care and prepare. It’s important to remember that children with disabilities needs are often overlooked during this time, so here are some tips to help ensure their safety and well-being. Let’s work together to make sure our kids are well-Prepared and protected during the cyclone season.

06/04/2026

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02/04/2026
01/04/2026
01/04/2026

National Stakeholders Dialogue - Panel Discussion ongoing

Watch the below and hear insights, lessons and possibly the biggest stakeholder platform ever held to discuss the realities that children with disabilities live in here in our Fiji.

24/03/2026

Psychiatric Survivors Association Fiji conducting community awareness in the Lau Group!

Powerful messaging and advocacy for survivors and persons with disabilities.

18/03/2026

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3 Brown Street
Suva

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday 08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:30
Thursday 08:00 - 16:30
Friday 08:00 - 16:00

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The objectives of the Council are as follows—

(a) to act as a coordinating body for all organizations dealing with the care and rehabilitation of persons with disabilities;

(b) to raise awareness throughout society including awareness at the family level, regarding persons with disabilities and to foster respect for the rights and dignity of persons with disabilities;

(c) to work toward eliminating the causes of disabilities or impairment;

(d) to promote the recognition of skills, merits, and abilities of persons with disabilities, and their contributions to the workplace and labor market;