Fiji Military Forces

RFMF personnel return from Exercise Talisman in Australia! Their dedication, training, and collaboration strengthen our bonds and enhance our capabilities. 🤝💪 #RFMF #ExerciseTalisman #StrongerTogether

The Commander Republic of Fiji Military Forces (CRFMF), Major-General Ro Jone Kalouniwai today (20 February 2023) officially opened the Trauma Healing Workshop at the RFMF Chapel which will be conducted at the Queen Elizabeth Barracks (QEB) in Nabua. In his opening address, Maj-Gen Kalouniwai thanked the RFMF Chaplaincy department and the staff from the Bible Society of the South Pacific for the joint collaboration in organizing a workshop that is centred on assisting personnel that go through various forms of trauma. Maj-Gen Kalouniwai said that it was crucial for the participants to learn as much as they can during the course in order to help soldiers and sailors improve their lives and at the same time promote good health physically, mentally and spiritually. 📸: Corporal (Cpl): Lote Rabuku

The Third Battalion Fiji Infantry Regiment (3 FIR) Commanding Officer (C.O) Lieutenant- Colonel (Lt-Col) Viliame Draunibaka has reminded his troops of the importance of adhering to the Commander's vision for the 3FIR which is to ensure the highest standard of combat readiness. Lt-Col Draunibaka made this statement during his parade at the Queen Elizabeth Barracks this morning (17th February 2023). Lt-Col Draunibaka highlighted that there were several supporting elements to the vision that was important to share with the battalion. These components included trust, enhancing military expertise as far as proficiency is concerned, esprit de corp, honourable profession and stewardship towards the roles and responsibilities of the institution now and into the future. 📸: Lance Corporal (LCpl): P.Q Vakacamena

A two days Senior Warrant Officer (WO) leadership workshop began at the WO and Sergeants Mess in Queen Elizabeth Barracks today (16th February 2023). The workshop is focused on creating an intensive educational experience and is aimed to enhance knowledge on leadership development and the roles and responsibilities of WOs in the RFMF. New Zealand Defence Force NZ Defence Force Defence Attaché Commander (CDR) Sarah Bamfield while opening the workshop stated that she was honoured to deliver the opening address and emphasized the critical role of a Warrant Officer in a Defence force. “Your cohort is an extremely valuable asset within any military. You have the experience and you know. You have a lot to offer your COs (Commanding-Officers), OCs (Officer-Commanding), soldiers, and sailors . . . Providing the ground truth to your superior isn't always easy, and sometimes you'll strike those who simply don't want to hear it,” CDR Bamfield said. 📸: Lance Corporal (LCpl): Paula Q Vakacamena

Commanding Officer of the Logistic Support Battalion Major (Maj)Tevita Biudole reminded his men to identify their purpose and ensure they trust themselves and others as they embark into a new year. Maj Biudole made these comments while speaking to his battalion during his parade at the Queen Elizabeth Barracks today (13th February 2023). Maj Biudole while addressing the parade said that the Logistic Battalion played a critical role in supporting all operations conducted by the RFMF, and it was important that they first identify themselves and where they stand in the battalion. 📸: Corporal(Cpl): Tevita Tumoi

The President of the Republic of Fiji and Commander-In-Chief of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) His-Excellency Ratu Wiliame Katonivere officially opened the Fiji Parliament today in Suva. The opening of Parliament marks the formal start of the 2023-2024 Parliamentary year where the President of Fiji makes his official address to the government ministers and members of Parliament. 📸: Private (Pte): Ledua Soro

Ex Sappers who are members of the 6th and 8th Fiji Infantry Regiment and soldiers from the Engineers Regiment, in the past 2 weeks of the TF Annual camp at Force Traning Ground, Nasinu constructed a Foot Bridge at Sote Village in Tailevu as part of their community work In recent years people of sote village were using a bamboo craft to help them cross from one village to the other, but now with help of the new bridge, traveling will be so much easier. Members of the 6th and 8th FIR will complete the annual camp this Friday. 📸: Corporal(CPL) Tevita Tumoi #sappers #tfannualcamp

7FIR TRAINING EXERCISE CONTINUES Members of the 7th Battalion Fiji Infantry Regiment (7 FIR), are currently in their last phase of training at the Cogeloa firing range in Macuta. After a week of weapon familiarization training, the troops were then taken to the Cogeloa shooting range to practice the various available weapons. The training which is aimed to refresh infantry skills and knowledge of our territorial force soldiers is expected to finish this week. 📸: Corporal (CPL) Tevita Tumoi #rfmf #tf #annualCamp

Remembrance Day at Sukanaivalu Camp 📸: Private (PTE) : Makereta Kolinisau

Remembrance Day falls on the 11th of November each year.  On the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, a minute’s silence is observed and dedicated to those soldiers who died fighting to protect the nation.  RFMF Veterans and services, men and women came  together at Sukanaivalu Camp for the remembrance day as they paid their respect to the fallen that proudly gave their lives for the calling of service and protection Chief Guest Brig GEN Apakuki Kurusiga stated that  the day will always be a proud moment as we remember our forefathers who gave their lives in protecting our beloved home Also present was the First Lady, Madam Filomena Katonivere 📸: Private (PTE) : Makereta Kolinisau

The 7th Battalion Fiji Infantry Regiment troops are cooperating well with the training instructors as they are on the third day of training. The Basic Training covers Weapon Training, Field craft, Battle craft, Navigation, as well as Combat Life Support (CLS). This training has also been put in place to refresh each soldier’s military skills and knowledge, to be relevant to the operational readiness of the Territorial Force and RFMF as a whole. Photos: Private(Pte) Makereta Kolinisau #7FIR #TFannualCamp #Rfmf

In the words of a famous General, "first-rate training is the best form of welfare for the troops". RFMF Coral Warrior troops were exposed to high-end quality training under the 7th Brigade - Australian Army.