TACKLING MENTAL HEALTH

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HEALTH REFORMS
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13 November 2011
Focus on capital projects
GOVERNMENT has been
advised to keep investing in
capital development projects,
especially infrastructure
development.
As we approach the 2012
Budget announcement, to
be delivered on November
25, the Reserve Bank of Fiji
Governor Barry Whiteside,
who expects more of the
same from this year’s Budget,
has given a word of advice.
That is to keep up its
infrastructure development
projects but not to go
“overboard”.
He said it was important
that Government drives the
economy because the private
sector has not been doing
that.
“As our investment to GDP
(Gross Domestic Product)
ratio, while Government
is targeting a 25 per cent
investment to GDP ratio,
(it) has fallen to around 13
per cent. Private sector
contributes to only 3 per cent
of that 13, the rest is from
Government and the other
public sector,” Mr Whiteside
said.
If Government had not
spent on the capital projects
over the last couple of years,
investments would have
fallen and growth would have
clearly suffered much more.
“So it is very important I
think that Government did
provide for capital spending,”
the RBF Governer said.
“Capital spending on
infrastructure is important
to assist the private sector,
which is why essentials such
as roads and wharves must
be in place to give the private
sector room to move things
around.”
He cautioned Government
to be mindful of its deficit
levels but to also continue
reform programs that it has in
place and look at its capital
investment as well.
In a preview to the Budget,
Prime Minister Commodore
Josaia Voreqe Bainimarama
said budget deficit would
be gradually reduced over
the medium term in order
to reduce debt levels and at
the same time enhancing the
efficiency and effectiveness
of government spending.
Border control ... Fiji Revenue and
Customs Authorty (FRCA) proposes
a new sustainable taxation system.
FRCA customs officers will tighten
control at entry points into the
country.
Budget targets growth
THE 2012 National Budget will
allocate resources to sectors and
programs that generate economic
activity, says Prime Minister
Commodore Josaia Voreqe
Bainimarama
The Budget will target
investments and address
impediments and bottlenecks.
Commodore Bainimarama said
the budget strategy was aligned to
government’s key macro-economic
targets as articulated in the People’s
Charter for Change, Peace and
Progress and the Roadmap for
Democracy and Sustainable SocioEconomic Development.
Fiscal policy has played a key
role in achieving Government’s
macroeconomic objectives.
“Accordingly, the 2012 Budget
will be formulated with the aim
of addressing the achievement of
government’s key macroeconomic
targets over the medium term,” the
PM said.
“In the process, major challenges
affecting the economy; both in the
immediate and medium to long
term will be addressed.”
Government has been
concentrating on infrastructure
development through capital
expenditure that boasted an
allocation of $526m in 2011. An
increase of 37 per cent compared
to 2010.
As per the allocations, several
major capital development projects,
which are either ongoing or newly
commissioned, have reached
various stages of completion.
Here are 10 major capital works
that received a big chunk from the
2011 capital project allocation.
qFiji Road Upgrading Project
(FRUP) III:
Enhancing developments in rural
areas to elevate living standards
through provision of proper road
infrastructure.
The Kings Road upgrade and
Lodoni Road are an ongoing
projects since 2001 and financed
through Government ($39m) and
Asian Development Bank loan
($30m).
$69m was allocated for FRUP III
this year
q Periodic maintenance of
roads and bridges: The projects
are ongoing and required to be
undertaken every year, based on
the cyclical rotation of maintenance
and upgrading requirements.
An allocation of an average of
$11m is made annually towards
the project for the past six years
and 2011 allocation of $11.4m was
made.
qSuva-Nausori corridor water
supply:
The pressure placed on the water
supply services in the corridor has
led to the need for replacement
and upgrade of old PVC pipes and
construction of sewage plants. The
Water Authority of Fiji allocated
a total of $17.1m to the Suva/
Nausori Regional Water Supply.
In addition, the ADB contributed
$10m to the supply.
q Hydro Power Station :
A loan guarantee by Government
to the Fiji Electricity Authority of
$271.98m loan for the construction
of the Nadarivatu Hydro Power
Station was made.
FEA has also completed and
commissioned around 180 Rural
Electrification projects funded by
Government with an allocation of
$3.7m.
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CORRESPONDENCE
Opportunities
for growth
THE Prime Minister and
Minister of Finance,
Commodore Voreqe
Bainimarama will deliver
the 2012 National Budget
on November 25.
These past few months
have seen preparations for
the 2012 Budget received
submissions from the private
sector, the Government and
Sharon Smith-Johns.
other stakeholders which
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for Information, National
take into consideration
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the welfare of citizens, the
Services of Fiji
stabilisation and growth of
our economy and the need to divert resources and
funds to key areas.
Early this year the Prime Minister said “the major
objective of the budget is to grow Fiji” with the
potential to accelerate our growth rate from 2.7 per
cent to about 5 per cent through investment.
The International Monetary Fund’s recent
trip to Fiji praised reforms undertaken while our
upgrade ratings by Standards and Poor reflect the
commitment taken by all stakeholders to make Fiji
a reliable investment destination.
We need to be proud and remain committed
towards our growth and achievements, especially
against a backdrop of financial uncertainty on the
global front.
Over the past years, the Bainimarama
Government has prudently managed the National
Budget and implemented policies that encourages
confidence in the country and maintain security to
facilitate domestic and foreign investment.
Business confidence is now growing with
foreign reserves at a very comfortable level of
more than $1.6billion, sufficient to cover about six
months of import.
Government’s 2011 Budget estimated a total
revenue of $1,745.7million and a total estimated
expenditure of $1,961.7m. We are on track to
achieving this.
For 2011, more than $530m had been allocated
for capital projects in various economic and social
sectors such as roads, water supplies, agriculture,
tourism and housing. These projects have
provided positive economic spin-offs and multiple
benefits to people living in rural as well as urban
areas.
In Vanua Levu under the Northern Development
Program more than 2000 micro projects have
been funded by Governments in various sectors
which is generating income for many families.
Structural reforms are being targeted at the
labour market, goods market, public enterprises,
civil service, the financial sector and trade and
investment. The new focus on agricultural
development has seen a shift in policy from
“Supply driven to Demand driven approach” which
compliment’s the Buy Fijian Campaign and is
designed to reduce Fiji’s import bill and strengthen
the development our own produce.
Agricultural reforms have been identified as
one of the key components of not only economic
development but raising the standards of living,
creating micro-economic opportunities and
empowering the lives of citizens, especially those
in rural communities.
This is an important reform in the support for
agricultural development. Key targets include the
reduction of poverty and increasing production of
local commodities to reduce imports and increase
exports.
If looked at closely, the Budget for any country
is not merely an allocation of funds. It’s also
about introducing policies that stimulate economic
growth, empowering citizens to take ownership,
putting in place measures for long term effects and
ensuring the economy is in a position to mitigate
any external influence.
To that effect, the media will be given the full
opportunity to scrutinise the budget and clarify
issues so that they can inform the people of
Government’s commitment to improve standard
of living.
As government’s information arm, we will
ensure that you, the citizens, are accurately and
thoroughly informed of the contents of the Budget
so that people can make informed decisions and
utilize opportunities provided to earn and enjoy a
better life.
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Union Attitude!
Dear Editor
I was amused to hear from union
leaders calls for a national strike.
The union leaders believe that the
nation wide strike will be a message
to the Government that plight of
workers need to be heard and looked
into.
Perhaps the trade union movement
in Fiji will care to tell us who hears
and looks into the plight and pathetic
pay, exploitation and abuse of bulk
of Fiji’s non unionized workforce and
poor people in the informal sector,
who do not have full year’s job, let
alone having a union.
And how about those without
jobs who cannot worry about 5
per cent pay cut because there is
nothing to cut from! The failure of
union movement in Fiji to unionize
and protect the vulnerable,
unprotected employees in the mostly
locally- owned retail and private
manufacturing and commercial
workers is a shame on the trade
union movement.
Please union members wake
up and do not be fooled by the
leadership of trade union movement
in Fiji which has taken an elitist
position and as Public Sector unions
which have been draining the scarce
funds from national coffers made
worse by an incompetent leadership.
It is right time for a change for the
betterment of workers
John Prasad
Nadera
Poor RKS Facilities
Dear Editor
I was appalled to see the poor
condition of facilities at one of the
biggest boarding schools in Fiji.
I went to RKS for the thanksgiving
service on Sunday and the state of
the school was shocking.
I thought it was a Government
school. If it is, why is the Government
not doing anything about it ? What
happened to those pillars of the
People’s Charter?
My understanding is that the school
excels in every way and every effort
is made to perform better every year.
People crave to go to that school.
I hope they know what is in store
for them when they get an entry as
a third former. Government must do
something because the education of
children should be taken seriously.
Seru Veikoso
Lautoka
Taxi Fare Increase
Dear Editor
THE taxi fare increase is too much for
ordinary citizens of this country. It is
expensive and we can not afford it.
Imagine catching a cab from Nasinu
and paying $18 as fare. It is simply
too much. What will we eat if we pay
that much as taxi fare?
Now the taxi business will not do
well because it will be unaffordable to
the majority of people in Fiji.
It does not augur well for citizens
and this additional cost is a slap
on the face of people who use taxi
everyday. Of course one may say that
people should catch a bus but the
routes may not suit the passenger.
For example, if a person wants to
go from Samabula to Nasese, instead
of catching two buses, it is easier to
catch a taxi. But it is another story
now. I wish the Government is more
thoughtful.
Babita Singh
Suva
Increasing Crime
Dear Editor
CRIME is increasing everyday.
Daily we hear of this house or the
other broken into. It is not fair to the
people.
The Police Commissioner should
do more so that we become a
safer society. We go and work hard
everyday and we need to have a Fiji
where we can sleep peacefully at
night without the fear of being robbed.
Of course we can do a lot to help
ourselves out of this problem and it is
a must that we take precautions.
But overall the security of Fiji lies
not only in the hands of citizens but
the Police force as well.
Narend Sami
Nasinu
FEA Unfair
Dear Editor
THE security that the Fiji Electricity
Authority is asking customers to pay
is downright unfair. The collection
system needs to be strengthened
instead of customers being penalized
for the actions of some people who do
not pay up.
It would be interesting for the FEA
chief to indicate what percentage of
the population do not pay bills.
The system should be straight
forward. My understanding is that
once a month’s bill for a month is not
paid the power is disconnected. Why
FEA is not stringent with this policy.
FEA has a problem and it needs to
sort out its problem.
Let not the customers pay for
the shortcomings you have at your
organisation. So FEA wake up and do
the right thing!
Allen Smith
Nausori
YOUTHS WRONG WAYS
Dear Editor
OUR young children – the future
leaders of today are really going the
wrong way. They are into drugs and
sniffing glue everyday.
So many children who go to school
intoxicated, with red eyes and give all
types of problems for teachers.
And what can teachers do – they
cannot do much. At least for teachers
to educate the children we need them
to come with a stable mind.
It is a cause of concern in Fiji today.
We should not sit and let these
things happen. We should take
action in our homes and families and
make sure that we help solve the
problem once and for all.
Tarai Waqa
Ba
Thanks Madam Levuni
Dear Editor
I have been a regular reader of The
Fiji Focus. It is interesting and good
to know about all Government is
doing for the country.
I’m particularly impressed by
one ministry’s work and that is the
Social Welfare, Women and Poverty
Alleviation.
This ministry is really going into the
villages and giving things villagers
need. One time this ministry was
giving out sewing machines.
The last Fiji Focus showed how the
ministry gave out a brush cutter and a
canoe, which women can use. This is
a good gesture. It helps to empower
women. It helps to facilitate their need
and helps them to grow.
Thank you Madam Dr Luveni. On
behalf of the people I thank you and
your ministry’s efforts.
Reijieli Gucake
Waikete
Power of Youth
Dear Editor
I was happy to learn that our youths
are making their presence felt
regionally. They are our leaders of
tomorrow.
Every effort should be made so that
they do not make wrong choices.
They need to be given the right
guidance and opportunity to speak
out in forums and meetings.
If we want a better tomorrow for Fiji
then we ought to mould our children.
We need to create opportunities for
them. We must tell them that white
collar jobs for example is not the only
way to go in Fiji. We must allow them
to make decisions thereby helping
them to make sound decisions.
All the best to all those advocating
the development of youth in Fiji.
Dinesh Ram
Suva
Improving Our Economy
Dear Editor
THE question on how we can
improve Fiji’s economy was
interesting.
We all want to see the economy
grow. When the economy grows it
helps to better the life of all Fiji citizen.
But how can we improve the
economy. Firstly, one is to think
Fijian. What I mean by this is to adopt
local Fijian food in your diet.
The use of local foods which is
in abundance should be consumed
instead of imported, processed foods.
Also we need to have a garden where
we can plant food. Let us not forget
that this food is fresh and free. We
also need to adopt a more mature
approach to the amount of things we
waste today.
Wastage is a big problem in Fiji. We
not only waste food but electricity and
water as well.
We assume these things are in
abundance so we can use it freely but
this is not true.
We tend to waste a lot and this is
crippling the economy.
We do not want to walk. It is very
difficult to tell people to walk. Even
the educated people are refusing to
walk. It is surprising.
A healthy economy is the result of
healthy citizens.
We can help Fiji grow if we adopt
better ways to improve economy.
Sherin Lata
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From Page 1
q Upgrading and
Maintenance of Urban Hospital
and Institutions:
The project involves the repair
and maintenance of the three major
divisional urban hospitals (CWM,
Labasa and Lautoka Hospital) and
institutional quarters.
From the $3m allocated this year,
a sum of $2.9m has been released.
q Squatter Resettlement:
The project contributes to
eradication of poverty through
the provision of housing and land
opportunities for low-income
groups.
One of the major projects is the
Lagilagi (Jittu) Housing and was
allocated $1.5m, of which $775,981
has been utilised by the 3rd quarter.
q Rural Housing
Development:
There are two schemes for the
Rural Housing Assistance program
and $1m has been allocated to both
the Poverty Alleviation Project
(PAP) and Rural Housing Unit
(RHU).
q Northern Development
Projects:
The three components of
the program are: Enterprise
Development, Enterprise Fund and
Enterprise Management Unit.
Out of the $1million allocation
in the 2011 Budget, $801,885 has
been released so far with actual
expenditure of $702,706 incurred
up to third quarter.
q Tourism Fiji Marketing
Grant: The overall objective is
to increase visitor levels by one
million. The 2011 Budget allocated
$23.5m to this area.
In the third quarter $17.1m, or
73 per cent, has been accounted for
to hold various expos, advertising
campaign and many other drives to
showcase Fiji to the world.
q Drainage and Flood
Protection: The project aims
to reduce the threat of flooding
damage to agriculture crops,
livestock and infrastructures by
conducting dredging works in Ba,
Rewa, Navua and Wailevu/Labasa.
The allocation for 2011 was
$6.2m. $3.38m was utilised as of
the third quarter, total utilisation
Masters with a difference
The improvised set up that enables Marika to do his Distance Fexible
Learning with Southern Queensland University from the interior of Naitasiri.
A teacher in the interior of
Naitasiri persevered against
all odds to achieve a Masters
Degree through Distance
Flexible Learning (DFL)
from the University of
Southern Queensland.
Waidina Secondary
School principal Mr Marika
Vunitabua Naiyaga, 39,
earlier this year gained a
Masters Degree in Project
Management.
He proves that the desire
for success and appetite for
education and learning can
break any barrier if one is
focused on persuing their
long time goals in life.
While many would easily
give up hope of further
studies given the remoteness
and unavailability of formal
tertiary education centre in
Naitasiri, it did not deter Mr
Naiyaga from completing
his Masters Degree in the
highlands of Naitasiri.
Improvising access to
the available technology
to his advantage and the
four hours supply of the
school’s generator he was
able to access to Queensland
University Distance and
Flexible Learning program.
“I was quite fortunate to
invest in a Vodafone flash
net, a five-meter USB cable
and a bamboo pole of which
I cellotaped the flash net and
positioned it on to a point at
the exact position where a
signal was coming from the
top of my roof that’s how I
gained access,” Mr Naiyaga
said smilingly.
“Since I’ve already
completed my Graduate
Certificate I was able to
cross credit and do the rest
of the units through three
semesters. I was fortunate
to be given a scholarship by
the iTaukei Affairs and that
enabled me to complete this
program.”
“Nothing is impossible
irrespective of your
geographical location as long
as the heart is beating. I’m
thankful to God who helped
me through the process as
well as my family support.
“The biggest draw back for
most civil servants in rural
areas is the geographical
location, however if you look
at opportunities available,
certain Universities cater for
markets like the rural sector
and I capitalized on that.
“I was quite fortunate
as well the USQ higher
education in Fiji College of
Higher Education Studies
(CHES) in Suva was also
instrumental in making
things happen. For instance
giving them a call and they
relate things, especially when
the net was down.”
Mr Naiyaga said he
was eager to continue his
education and nothing would
stop such a positive attitude
from the Nakelo man.
ITaukei Affairs permanent
secretary Mr Savenca
Kaunisela said the enabling
environment created by
Government through the ICT
roll out to the rural sector,
and financial commitment
through scholarship
assistance made it possible
for such outstanding
achievements to occur.
Spokesman Liga Gukisuva
said Vodafone Fiji was
honored to be seen as a
positive contributor to the
Ministry of iTaukei Affairs
vision for an ‘Enlightened
Vanua for a Progressive Fiji’.
Narocake villagers say sorry to the Prime Minister
PEOPLE of Narocake in
Rewa told Prime Minister
Commodore Voreqe
Bainimarama that they were
brainwashed by selfish
politicians in 2000.
This revealtion was made
when the delta villagers
presented their traditional
apology (matanigasau) last
week.
“Poor village people like
us were brained washed by
politicians using their dirty
political tactics to gain our
support so they can achieve
their selfish motives,”
Narocake spokesman Tevita
Bainiloga told the Prime
Minister.
“During the dark days of
our country in the year 2000
we were there in Parliament,
we even ended up in Laqere,”
Mr Bainiloga said.
“We are most fortunate that
What
people
say!
Mohammed Abid
(60) Narere
The situation is bad with the
dollar devalued and everything
expensive. Now FEA has
introduced security deposit –this
is not fair or justifiable.
November 13, 2010
the truth always stands out
in the end. This day we are
so thankful that the truth will
always prevail.
“The sincerety and honest
approach this Government
has displayed makes us
obliged to present our
appreciation to you sir.
“We seek your forgiveness
for the wrong path we’ve
been directed to follow all
these years.
“We are sorry for goiing
against you in our actions
and words, we humbly seek
your forgiveness.”
Commodore Bainimarama
said their apology was
accepted and through the
process they were being
released from the bondage of
the past.
“To the Tui Vadra and
members of your tribe I
accept your presentation and
accept your apology and
your seeking forgiveness in
the traditional manner,” PM
Bainimarama said.
“You are today being
reconciled and set free from
the bondage you’ve been
carrying for years.
“May Almighty God bless
your presentation, may your
children be blessed. May the
land the people be blessed.
“May Government be
victorious against its enemy.
May we enrich our spirit with
love always.”
Commodore Bainimarama
told the people of Narocake
that the chaos 2000 boiled
racial discrimination and
hatred. He said racial
discrimination was a bad
omen to any country.
Once racial discrimination
is eradicated, peace and
tranquility will prevail.
FEA has introduced the security deposit bill to its customers to cover bad debt risk. Consumers are
given six months to pay additional security deposit . What are your views on this and do you think
consumers should be paying security deposits?
Kamal Rai (42)
Nadera
I disagree with the
security deposit. The
poor and consumers will
suffer. Inflation rate is
already high.
Diana Valotu (26)
Narere
It will be a disadvantage to
me as I will be paying rent
with not enough pay and now
FEA deposit. FEA should
consider the poor people.
Clara Lepolo (19)
Samabula
This is not good and we
should go back to the
old system it will be hard
for the tenants. Ee want
more awareness and
consultations.
Lily Lanyon (19)
Tamavua
I’ve received the bill
and ithas gone up a bit.
What can we do? In the
end consumers have to
pay.
Gabby (27) Narere
Security deposit will be paid
by my landlord, if it was
under me it would have been
hard. I saw letters and TV
consultations but whether we
like it or not we have to pay.
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Promotion of Fiji products
attracts Asian investors
INVESTMENT Fiji is
strengthening its excellent
marketing network that is
already established with
Asia.
This year alone Investment
Fiji had facilitated more
than five incoming missions
from China and continues to
receive investment interest
from there.
Investment Fiji chief
executive officer Ravuni
Uluilakeba (pictured) said
China has shown interest in
many areas such as forestry,
fisheries and other varied
areas such as cement and
manufacturing.
It is not only China but
many other countries that
have expressed interest to
start business in Fiji becaue
we offer many incentives
such as being positioned as
the hub of the Pacific, literate
populace and well developed
infrastructure.
Despite all this, the body
empowered to promote and
market Fiji to the global
investors is not leaving any
stones unturned.
“One of Investment Fiji’s
core functions is to promote
trade and investment
opportunities in Fiji and one
avenue through which this
is achieved is the holding
of trade expos, trade and
investment seminars,
overseas missions and by
facilitating incoming trade
missions,” Mr Uluilakeba
said. Fiji used the 2010
World Exposition in
Shanghai as a platform to
create awareness on the
opportunities available here.
Investment Fiji
participated in this six
months event, because Mr
Uluilakeba believes that
such Trade Expos had been
marked as a huge success by
virtue of improving visibility
of exporters.
Another way to create
more awareness and initiate
contact with leaders of
respective countries and
local entrepreneurs was
utilised when Investment Fiji
participated in and organised
a number of trade exhibitions
and trade and investment
related seminars.
Mr Uluilakeba said these
were well received by
companies involved.
Another trade delegation
from Fiji to Papua New
Guinea in the mid of this
year was planned but due to
political upheavals there has
been a further delay to early
next year.
“Investment Fiji is still
negotiating dates with
government officials and
information in this regard
will be released in the local
Organise, utilise cargo
capacity: Khaiyum
THE Attorney General,
Minister for Justice, Trade
and Industry Aiyaz Sayed
Khaiyum has told exporters
to organise themselves
to better utilise the cargo
capacity of 747 planes.
“Because Air Pacific
is reducing its number of
747’s flying to Sydney from
seven to three there was talk
that it would mean these
people won’t be able to
export but that is not true,”
he told participants at the
10th National Transport
Consultative Forum 2011.
There was a meeting
of exporters called by
the Ministry of Trade
and Industry when the
announcement was made by
Air Pacific.
newspapers,” he said.
“Fijian niche products
such as FIJI Water and Pure
Fiji are other avenues of
promoting Fiji.
“Our continuous drive
to promote Fijian products
is a testament of successful
export markets.
“Fijian products have
established a niche market in
the global export arena.”
He said Investment Fiji
was supportive of the local
industries and was trying its
level best to promote Fijian
products overseas.
“FIJI Water and Pure
Fiji have established their
names in the global market
and are now in competition
with some of the world’s
renowned products, such as
Evian.”
Incentives
create
conducive
environment
INVESTMENT Fiji’s chief
executive Ravuni Uluilakeba
says Government is creating
an environment conducive
for investment through “duty
concessions, investment
allowances, tax exemptions
and tax free regions besides
the low corporate tax rate of
28 per cent”.
Besides Invetsment Fiji,
there are six other agencies
that potential overseas
investors must satisfy to start
business in Fiji to ascertain
the legitimacy of their
operations.
Potential sectors for
growth include Information
Communication and
Technology, agro processing,
dairy, manufacturing,
tourism, and resource based
industry such as fisheries,
forestry, bio-fuel and mining.
Tourism events
will rake
in $314m
“We discovered that
various exporters did not
organise themselves and to
do so was simply a matter of
logistics Mr Sayed Khaiyum
said.
“So when you do not
have economies of scale,
when you have scattered
populations, when you have
low volume of cargo, we
need to be able to synergise,
we must come together, to be
able to get the best pricing,” .
He said other countries like
Samoa and Tonga managed
to send their cargo such as
dalo to Australia and New
Zealand without a 747 flight
from these two countries so
why couldn’t exporters in Fiji
look at the other alternatives
like using freight planes.
Disasters impact on
transport sector
THE transport sector
contributes to 8 per cent of
the Gross Domestic Product
and is a strategic priority for
growing the economy.
National Planning deputy
secretary Krishna Prasad said
on average $132 million had
been spent on infrastructure
development in the last five
years and this included road,
water, sewerage, bridges and
jetties.
“The budgetary allocation
for this sector increased to
$215m in 2011,” he told
the 10th National Transport
Consultative Forum 2011.
Mr Prasad spoke on
the issue of Impact of
National Disasters on the
Transportation Network,
especially the 2009 flash
floods, which led to 30 days
of Natural Disaster for the
Western Division.
The 2009 January flash
floods cost the country about
$113m and 25 per cent of
damages were to roads and
transportation areas.
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Reconstruction and
rehabilitation costs have been
increasing rapidly over the
years with figures jumping
from around $6m in 2004 to
$30m in 2010.
“The rehabilitation costs
are at times higher than
he damages sustained,”
Mr Prasad said. A loan of
$31.45m was obtained from
Asian Development Bank for
the Flood Recovery Project
in 2009.
From figures presented to
the forum it was noted that
the cost of rehabilitation
works since 2004 has been
fluctuating and peaked in
2008 with about $24m used
for road works.
He said disasters had
taken up about 13.4 per cent
of the $515m expendituresome $69.01m- allocated
for transportation networks
since 2004 and this led to
re-prioritisation of budget
allocation, which in turn
disrupted capital investment
program.
Unique ... in the whole world only Fijians from Beqa island can proudly boast of being able to walk
barefoot on burning red hot stones. This is a major tourist attraction.
THE tourism sector continues to boost
our economy as a large number of the
94 investment projects registered in the
last nine months originate from it.
To top it off, projects which are at
development stage, will rake in over
$314 million into the economy.
Investment Fiji (formerly Fiji Trade
and Investment Bureau) chief executive
officer Ravuni Uluilakeba said of the 94
projects registered since the beginning
of the year (January-September)
majority of the interest were shown in
the tourism sector followed by energy
and real estate sectors. “In tourism
sector projects such as hotel/resort
operation and special use tourist villa
accommodation were registered by
Investment Fiji,” he said.
“Major investment projects registered
were in tourism- resort development,
construction and film production.”
There was also the project involving
a foreign company doing renovations
and reconstruction work on the
Grand Pacific Hotel.“Investment
Fiji is hopeful to receive more such
investments in the next few months,”
Mr Uluilakeba said. Another area that
Investment Fiji hoped to see more
interest in was mining.
Investment Fiji has registered one
mining and exploration project. Most
of the prospective areas have already
been taken up by projects previously
registered by Investment Fiji.
He said there were lots of areas
in Fiji for explorations for mineral
deposits and as such participation in
mining activities were encouraged by
the Department of Mineral Resources
and Investment Fiji.
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FIJI FOCUS
Hotel industry uplifts lives
THE hotel industry in Fiji
continues to uplift the lives
of the villagers and local
people who live in Nadi and
surrounding areas.
People of Narewa and
Nakau Villages in Denarau,
Nadi are living testimony to
this development.
Yavusa Navatulevu
spokesman, Taniela
Vocevoce, said anyone who
knew how Narewa and
Nakau villagers survived in
the past would know what
their economic conditions
were like.
“Our life has changed
dramatically. Before, we
used to have thatched roofs
and now all are concrete
buildings,” he said.
They are now eagerly
looking forward to go to
the next level. This will
come with expansions to
Wyndham Vacation Resorts
Asia Pacific’s, which has
23 resorts in the region,
is developing WorldMark
Resort Denarau Island, one
of their portfolio resorts here
in Fiji.
At the groundbreaking
ceremony for the resort’s
third stage of a $50million
project, Mr Vocevoce said
they were happy with the
Government of the day and
its support.
“The development is
something that will be very
good for the Government as
well, the development for
the whole of Fiji, especially
the landowning unit here in
Prime Minisiter Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama with landowners, management and staff of
Wyndham Vacation Resort at Denarau in Nadi.
Narewa and Nakau. So we
are grateful to Wyndham
Vacation Resort for
providing this opportunity
for expanding further into
their hotel,” Mr Vocevoce
said.
The third stage
development project,
which has been hailed as a
“jewel in our crown in the
Wyndham portfolio” by
managing director Barry
Robinson, will be adding 63
luxurious apartments to the
existing 138 besides the new
reception area and Mexican
themed restaurant.
Mr Vocevoce said
villagers now had a decent
living, full time work and
the extension would create
further opportunities for local
people to be employed so
that they could raise living
standards for them and for
their families.
The resort employs
140 full-time staff but the
latest development will see
employment opportunity for
36 to 40 more.
Prime Minister Josaia
Voreqe Bainimarama,
Policies
please
IMF
THE International Monetary
Fund is happy with the
financial policies put in place
by the Reserve Bank of Fiji.
This was revealed by a
team from the IMF led by Dr
Koshy Mathai recently.
At macro and micro
economic level the central
bank was on track and hoped
implementation would bring
about goods for Fiji.
“Regard to macroeconomic
policy, the RBF’s monetary
stance is accommodative,
and is intended to encourage
banks to lend more in order
to stimulate the economy,”
he said.
“This policy appears to be
consistent with the current
context of low underlying
inflation and weak growth.”
Given that the financial
system is awash with
liquidity, the mission will
encourage the RBF to
remain vigilant to any signs
of incipient inflationary
pressure adding that the
fiscal position could be
strengthened.
“The fiscal deficit is likely
to remain broadly stable
this year at around 2½ per
cent of the Gross Domestic
Product (GDP), which is
commendable, and further
reductions over time would
be prudent,” Dr Mathai said.
November 13, 2010
who was chief guest at the
groundbreaking ceremony,
said the Government was
committed to creating a more
conducive environment for
businesses in Fiji.
He said some of the
initiatives included “the
consistent and unprecedented
funding of Tourism Fiji
and financial incentives
for tourism based property
development”.
Together with that the
lowering and removal of duty
for the provision of tourism
industry related equipment,
products and services;
growing new markets; and,
the development of business
and approval processes to
ensure transparency and
efficiency have led to wider
participation.
Tourism’s contribution to
the Gross Domestic Product
is 34 per cent.
Mr Robinson said the
main reason they decided
to expand their existing
business was due to the
fact that no matter what the
climate was or the economic
situation, they continued
Meet and greet
Yellow Cabs
promise top service
NADI International Airport’s yellow
cab drivers have promised to play
their roles well as ambassadors of
Fiji by giving their best service to the
visitors.
As taxi fares went up earlier this
week, airport taxi operators received
$5 flag fall increment.
All tourists who arrive in Fiji
through the airport get their first
impression about the country from
these drivers who take them to their
destinations. That is why their role is
crucial.
“We are ambassadors for Fiji, the
tourists who arrive in Fiji first meet
the taxi drivers so we want to give
them a message,” said Ram Nand.
“All yellow cab drivers will give
their best service to our visitors.”
There are 66 yellow cabs under the
umbrella of the union with more than
100 drivers.
Like most ordinary citizens, such
times as now with a high cost of
living, have been very difficult for
these drivers and their families.
Mr Nand said the cost of everything
was escalating over the years but in
the past none of the Governments had
listened to their pleas.
He said the justification for such
an increase, along with the rise in
the cost of living, was the fact that
they had to go for numerous training
programs, especially on etiquette.
“Plus we burnt more than $1.50
worth of fuel while waiting for our
turn in the taxi cue within the airport
premises,” Mr Nand said.
“Since we started negotiating with
this Government, we are very happy
because whatever we have told them
they have listened to our pleas and
have helped us.”
The Nadi International Airport
Taxis president said his members were
supportive and appreciative of all
efforts Government was making on
their behalf.
For other taxi operators, flag fall
remains the same but the distance fall
has been increased to 10 cents per 100
metres from the previous 10 cents per
200 metres.
The union has been in negotiation
with the Government for the last two
years and enjoyed many privilges.
However, certain issues such as
problems with tyres, spare parts and
a request for subsidies on both diesel
and petrol cars, either new or secondhand are still pending.
have an occupancy rate of 90
per cent.
“We saw, even though we
had difficult times here in
Fiji, our occupancy did not
drop below 85 per cent and
I think that is a significant
thing for the Fijian people,”
Mr Robinson said.
He reflected that while
some of the other resorts
were suffering and not
running 10 per cent,
WorldMark resort still
had people coming in and
contributing to the local
economy.
Wyndham Asia Pacific is
part of Wyndham Worldwide,
a New York publicly listed
company in the New York
Stock Exchange and has
three divisions, one of which
is Wyndham Vacations
Ownership. The contract
for construction has been
awarded to Pacific Building
Solutions; a local company
based out of Suva, and work
will start in two weeks with
an 18-month deadline for its
completion.
“Some of the new facilities
that will be offered after
completion are presidential
apartments with plunge pools
on the oceanfront, a new pool
area, a new reception and
welcoming experience and
adult pools,” Mr Robinson
said.
“While we had no
advantage over other hotel
owners, I’m grateful for the
moral support of the Prime
Minister.”
Key Pillars
For
Rebuilding
Fiji
1. Ensuring sustainable
democracy and good and just
governance.
2. Developing a common
national identity and building
social cohesion.
3. Ensuring effective,
enlightened and accountable
leadership.
4. Enhancing public sector
efficiency, performance
effectiveness and service
delivery.
5. Achieving higher
economic growth while
ensuring sustainability.
6. Making more land
available for productive and
social purposes.
7. Developing an integrated
development structure at the
divisional level.
8. Reducing poverty to a
negligible level by 2015.
9.Making Fiji a knowledgebased society.
10. Improving Health
Service Delivery.
11. Enhancing global
integration and internationl
relations.
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FIJI FOCUS
Dr Sharma steers mental health services
THE Mental Health Decree came out
last year and implementation plans
started this year with decentralization.
The Minister for Health, Dr Neil
Sharma said the decentralization aimed
to improve accessibility, affordability,
availability and acceptability of mental
health services.
The Health Ministry has already
initiated Stress Management Ward
(SMW) in three divisional hospitals of
Labasa, Lautoka and Suva.
The Labasa SMW opened on May
this year with total admissions of 25
patients. The Lautoka SMW opened in
June this year with 24 patients in total.
Home treatments have been
decentralised in the Northern Division
and will follow for the West as well.
The community outreach clinics
in the Northern Division has been
decentralized, St Giles are still
conducting in the Western, Central and
Eastern Divisionas.
There is also engagement of
consultants from abroad to assist local
doctors in running clinics and training
local staff.
Below are updates provided by the
Health Minister on mental health:
q Training/Education
One doctor is in New Zealand doing
fellowship in psychiatry. Training at
Black Dog Institute for doctors and
nurses in Mood Disorders.
Changes in psychiatric curriculum
at Fiji School of Medicine to focus on
depression, anxiety and stress apart
from psychosis
q Psychosocial Rehabilitation
(PSR)
Establishment of PSR in progress in
Central/Eastern and Western Divisions
PSR training conducted in Northern
and Western Divisions. One staff
received training in PSR in Korea for a
month (May to June)
Community Rehabilitation Outreach
Program (CROP) has been established
in Suva
q Mental Health Gap
Workshop for depression conducted
in Central Division for nurses and
doctors.
Same will be conducted in other
Minister for Health, Dr Neil Sharma, left, and health staff inside the
Lautoka Hospital’s new stress management ward.
two divisions. Fiji Alliance for Mental
Health (FAMH) was launched on March
2011 by the first lady of Fiji.
q WHO Aims
World Health Organisation tool for
data collection on essential information
on Mental Health system began in
March 2011 and is still on-going to be
prepared as a report.
q Psychiatric Survivors
Association (PSA)
Association formed by people with
mental illness.
A volunteer with expertise in mental
health legislation is helping PSA with
strategic plan and raising awareness on
the new Decree by holding workshops
q Family Support Network
(FSNet): Two FSNet is established –
Suva and Nadi. Draft of the training
manual has been printed
q Post Graduate Diploma in
Mental Health (PGDMH)
Ministry of Health, FSM/FNU and
consultants from Taiwan, Australia and
Malaysia met in February to establish
the above training in Fiji
PGDMH will be offered at FSM/FNU
in 2012 It will cater for Fiji as well as
other Pacific Island countries
q Suicide Prevention
National committee on the prevention
of suicide in Fiji is collecting data on
suicide to establish a database
Dr Sharma said Cabinet endorsed
the vision of having a regional
mental health institute and work was
progressing for the establishment with
land identified and the ministry was
looking for donors to fund the project.
Western
Division
projects
on track
GOVERNMENT projects
in the Western Division are
80 per cent complete for this
year says the Commissioner
Western, Commander Joeli
Cawaki.
He said Government had
taken the step forward in
assisting people with having
regular and good water
supplies in communities and
in the process, successfully
commissioned several water
projects for the villages along
Nadroga, Ba and Ra.
“With the commissioning
of those water projects, it
has brought about adequate
provision and supply of
drinking water to the Western
Division,” he said.
Highlighting Vusama
villages as an example,
Commander Cawaki said
that Government recently
commissioned a bore hole
water project for the village.
“Vusama Village
previously sourced drinking
water from a nearby pond
and also relied on well
water,” he said.
“With Government’s
assistance, gone are the days
of drinking pond water,
villagers now have a regular
and a good water source that
is able to cater for them.”
With regards to other
Government projects for
the Western Division such
as rural electrification,
Commissioner Western said
that Vatumali in Keiyasi
would be energised with
electricity by the end of the
year.
“We had also undertaken
several solar power projects,
which will be complete by
the end of the year,” he said.
“There is also a lot of
water within the communities
that have not been put to
good use in terms of hydro
projects.”
The Commissioner
Western added his office
was working closely with
the Mineral Resources
Department and the Rural
Electrification Department
for the realisation of these
projects.
have noticed an improvement
in the health status of the
community.
The project encouraged
the community to
gain knowledge of the
environment and food issues
and cook ‘home’ grown food
for a balanced diet.
Most community members
are middle aged SOPD
patients living at the housing
estate.
The project also
encouraged other
neighboring households,
who do not belong to the
Public Rental Board to take
initiative and start their own
backyard gardens.
Records show that three
patients have gone off
medication, and this was
through control of their diet
and regular exercises which
they do by gardening.
Ms Lajendra said
gardening was a healthy
way of maintaining fitness
and was an activity, which
could be as strenuous and
gentle as you wanted it to
be because one could carry
out tasks, which suited their
capabilities.
“Successfully harvesting
your own tomatoes, beans,
lettuce and vegetables gives
a pscycological satisfaction,”
Ms Lajendra said.
“You will be so pleased
with yourself for having
cultivated them that you are
more likely to cook them
frequently and make sure
they never go to a waste.”
Ms Nabula said as primary
health care workers, they
sought to meet the essential
health needs of as many
people as possible, at the
lowest possible cost.
“We help people
understand their own
situations, and choose actions
that will improve health and
encourage their involvement
and participation to reach a
common health goal,” Ms
Nabula said.
“Community participation,
partnership, self reliance, is
all easy to discuss on paper
or during workshops. They
are much more difficult to
put into practice.
“Involving the community
requires a tremendous
investment of human
resources, time and effort.”
The project saw an
improvement in the
nutritional and health status
of members of the housing
community.
Gardening concept works wonders for seniors health
THE threat of Non
Communicable Diseases
(NCDs) is on the rise
with many of us choosing
unhealthy lifestyle and eating
habits.
Thanks to an initiative
by the Raiwaqa Health
Centre, which caters for the
housing suburbs of Raiwai
and Raiwaqa for taking a
proactive step to help nip
the problems in the bud.
Especially for majority of
residents who are dependent
on processed food stuff.
A dietician and a zone
nurse who examined
their surgical outpatient
department (SOPD) patients
in Kia Housing Estate
noted an increase in their
risk of high blood pressure,
cholesterol, sugar levels and
obesity due to high intake of
canned food and no form of
physical activity.
So in April the Raiwaqa
Health Centre in partnership
with the Public Rental Board
initiated a project to help
the housing committee of
Kia promote healthy eating,
food safety, food hygiene,
organic growing and physical
exercise.
Dietician, Neelta Lajendra
and Laucala Zone Nurse,
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Kia Housing Estate senior citizens show off their home grown vegetables.
Cabbages right and inset, tomatoes.
Timaima Nabula have
started a gardening project
for the community through
provision of tools, seedlings
and regular monitoring.
The PRB also came on
board and gave the green
light to members of these
communities by providing
them space for gardening.
The project is entirely
managed by the community
to benefit all, with no fees
or subscriptions charged.
The aim is to protect and
enhance environment and
build healthy, safe, strong
communities and individuals.
After the start of the initial
project and monitoring, Ms
Lajendra and Ms Nabula
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Seniors
get bus,
taxi fare
discount
THE Ministry of Social
Welfare, Women and
Poverty Alleviation
has already issued
Identification Cards
to senior citizens and
disabled persons under
the government’s bus fare
concession arrangements.
The Ministry of Social
Welfare, Women and
Poverty Alleviation
permanent secretary Mr
Govind Sami confirmed
that senior citizens with
(yellow ID card) and
disabled persons (red ID
card) should be able to use
the existing ID Cards for
the Bus fare, to receive the
20 per cent discounts on
the taxi fare.
The discount on taxi fare
is up to 20 kilometers of
the distance travelled.
He said a total of 482
disabled persons have been
issued with red Bus Fare
ID cards while a total of
21,724 senior citizens have
been issued with yellow
Bus Fare ID Cards.
The Deed of Agreement
with the Fiji Taxi Union
also has provisions for
the 20 per cent discounts
for the “persons receiving
food and family assistance
from the Ministry of Social
Welfare”.
“These recipients have
Social Welfare ID cards,
which can be used to get
the 20 per cent discount.
“These current ID Cards
are sufficient proof for
individuals to access the 20
per cent discount on taxi
fares.”
For senior citizens and
disabled persons who still
don’t have an ID card, the
Ministry of Social Welfare
will issue the ID cards as
applications come through,
with the endorsement
from Fiji National Council
for Disabled Persons
(FNCDP) and Social
Welfare offices.
“Application forms are
available at Social Welfare
offices and it should take
eight to 10 working days to
process the new cards,” Mr
Sami said.
FIJI FOCUS
Economic drivers
Electrification program generates rural projects
THE Fijian Government
will continue to upgrade
infrastructure in the rural
and outer islands to generate
economic activities in these
areas.
Infrastructure for
Government is not only
building roads, bridges,
wharfs and providing
transportation but also
other areas such as opening
up health centres, nursing
stations, agricultural
officers or in general, taking
government services to the
people.
One important component
of trying to empower
villagers, far from the urban
centres is by providing
electricity.
This has been done over
the past few years under a
new program called the rural
electrification project.
Government has
always been keen to raise
productivity and economic
activity in the rural areas and
outer islands.
Director Energy, Mr Peceli
Nakavulevu (pictured) said
that Government viewed the
rural electrification program
as very important.
“In fact electricity is
considered by Government
to be a necessity in the lives
of people and electricity is
viewed to be the effective
force or means that has the
dynamism or capability to
promote and provide the
much needed drive into
the rural economy,” Mr
Nakavulevu said.
“Government is committed
to the development and
infrastructure building for
the nation and more-so to the
rural populace.”
The department was
allocated a budget of
$3.7million for this year.
Faced with challenges in
getting access to villages,
Mr Nakavulevu said this was
something they were trying
to deal with.
“Being the custodian of the
rural electrification program,
the department faces a lot
of challenges, especially
when most of applications
are either from the innermost
parts of Viti Levu and Vanua
Levu, or the outer islands
where travelling to and from
the project sites are difficult,”
he said.
“Some villages are not
accessible by roads hence
officers have to ride on horse
backs or walk for hours to
reach them and at times
officers get stranded in the
outer islands because of bad
weather or irregular boat
services.
“There have been
times when the budget
allocation is not sufficient
to accommodate all the
planned projects, and so
Dropout
finds fortune
in piggery
FOR someone who could not
complete his primary school
education, Sachindra Prasad
(pictured) is doing much better as a
small holder piggery farmer.
Prasad (36) of Johnson Road,
Drasa, Lautoka started his piggery
business on a slightly bigger scale
last year and got the 2nd Best Piggery
Farmer Award for the Western
Division during the Agriculture Show
this year.
Previously, Prasad did piggery
farming on a small scale that
continued for five years.
He said life was never a smooth
sail for him because he had to leave
school after class three because of
financial problems.
His father let him work on their
small sugarcane farm and he also did
casual work stints to assist his parents
fend for the family.
Mr Prasad said his business was
thriving today due to the support and
help from Government through the
Department of Agriculture.
“Before I used to farm on a
small scale with only two to three
pigs. I went to the Department of
Agriculture for advice and assistance
and they assisted me with a funding
of $5,000.
“I spent $3000 from my own
savings. I thank the Government for
assisting me for this initiative,” said
Mr Prasad,who now has more than
50 pigs in his piggery.
“I have 13 big pigs and 50
weaners. I’m selling weaners for $80.
It is good to see this Government
assisting poor people like me.
I’ve lived here all my life and no
one has come to assist me but this
Government.”
With his business being in
operation for more than a year
now, Mr Prasad now has plans for
expansion.
“I want to further my business.
the department had to tell
customers of the situation
and the need to defer the
implementations of some
projects to the following
year.”
He said this was all part
and parcel of the job and they
continued to do their best in
facilitating all requests.
“People being people
as you know ‘no one
wants to be told of the
disappointing reality’ that
the implementations of their
projects are being deferred
to the following year,” Mr
Nakavulevu said.
“To this effect the
department had utilized
various mediums of
communication even the
radio and newspaper to
inform people of delays.”
This year I sold some pigs and I
have to buy their food as well. The
business has been operating very well
for a year now,” Mr Prasad said.
“I had five acres of land and did
sugarcane farming but was not
able to earn much but with this
business, there is good money.”
Prasad also highlighted that despite
facing challenges like transportation
problems and high cost of piggery
feed, he strives to do better because
he wants to make full use of the
assistance provided by Government.
The Lautoka-based farmer has also
engaged in subsistence duck and goat
farming.
“I have 14 people living with us
and we all live as an extended family.
My sister’s sons and daughters are
also living with me. I also do duck
and goat farming,” Mr Prasad said.
“I have 15 goats and three cows for
our family needs.”
Mr Prasad believes that people can
always depend on agriculture for a
sustainable livelihood.
The only thing that people need to
do is to have the will to go forward
and work hard.
“My advice to other people
who are not educated and want
to be successful in life is to seek
agriculture advice,” Mr Prasad said.
“I do not have any formal
qualifications but I am able to earn a
living for my family.
“I sought for advice and assistance
from the right authorities and I am
happy to say that with the right
mindset and a little bit of hard work
and determination, one can make a
big change in his life,” Mr Prasad
said.
Upgrade of transport systems will deliver better returns
THE Ministry of Works, Transport
and Public Utilities which, is
directly responsible for project
services relating to public works,
roads, has so far achieved a
milestone in its third quarter
achievements of 2011.
Part of their ongoing Kings Road
upgrading and rehabilitation works
include the sealing of 9km road
from Korovou Town to Waito.
Government is also committing
$36million for the completion
of another 8.5km stretch from
Waito to Wailotua. This is a fully
ADB funded project and is being
contracted out to a Malaysian
company [NAIM], and it will be
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commissioned by the end of 2011.
There was an additional ground
breaking ceremony for the Sawani/
Serea road. This road in one of the
major upgrades to be undertaken
in the province of Naitasiri. It has
been contracted to China Geshouba
Group of China.
About 9km of road is to be
constructed worth about $55
million. Four new roads are
currently being funded by the Exim
Bank of China worth around $200
million.
Transoport services for both
passengers and freight on the main
islands of Vanua Levu and Viti
Levu rely heavily on roads.
Although the road network is
largely complete, however, much
of it is built to a low standard.
Travelling by road takes longer,
transported goods are prone to
damage, and socioeconomic
development suffers.
Heavy vehicles on roads are not
designed for the growing traffic
volume and axle loads also do
serious harm.
On the other hand, because
of inadequate capacity on some
national trunk roads, particularly
circular roads and wharf access
roads, uneconomic routes are often
chosen.
Rising transport costs, which
hinder economic growth, make the
upgrading of roads necessary.
Furthermore, the Wainibuku
Bridge was recently commissioned
to improve travelling along the
busy Suva/Nausori corridor.
It has been upgraded to a two
way bridge to cater for 22,000
vehicles on a daily basis.
The project costs about $1
million. This is part of the
Department of National Road
[DNR] capacity building program
along the Suva/Nausori corridor.
Finally; Fiji’s commitment to
reduce the global road fatality
rate is an initiative by the United
Nations. It is a decade long program
from 2011to 2020.
The UN Decade of Road Safety
was launched by the Prime Minister
to declare Fiji’s commitment to this
global effort to control road fatality
on our roads every day.
These projects are aimed at
helping Government to:
(i) Improve the efficiency of road
sector services and increase private
sector participation, and
(ii) Improve the management of
road assets and sector resources.
The intent is to reduce transport
sector constraints on economic
development, and thus improve
the economic returns on transport
infrastructure.
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Let’s say no to corruption
The worst day at work is still better than the best day in jail
By SOLO LEWANAVANUA
THE Oxford online
dictionary defines corruption
as a dishonest or fraudulent
practice by those in power,
typically involving bribery.
In Fiji, the lure that leads
individuals to indulge in
corrupt practices is often
attributed to low salary,
over commitment to large
dependant families and the
attraction for luxury living.
The Fiji Independent
Commission Against
Corruption deputy
commissioner George
Langman in addressing the
degree of corruption in Fiji
said living beyond one’s
means was often the major
factor that pushed individuals
to do the inevitable.
“In our experiences so
far, we have learnt that quite
often people tend to act
corruptly when they are not
satisfied with what they earn.
For anyone tempted by easy
money, I offer this advice,
the worst day at work is still
better than the best day in
jail.”
Recently, the Public
Service Commission
introduced a zero tolerance
policy against corruption for
the Civil Service.
“We come down on cases
involving corrupt practices,
proper investigations take
place and proper charges
are laid, out of the 34
officers terminated this
year, 23 were terminated in
relation to abuse of office
or corruption,” said PSC
permanent secretary Parmesh
Chand.
Studies have found
that there are weaknesses
in the system to deter or
stop corruption practices
from happening . On the
other hand red tape and
bureaucratic procedures are
gateways to corruption.
For instance when
investors are required
all kinds of licenses and
approvals to do business, as
well as the pressure to get
on with their lives, delays
sometimes lead to desperate
measures, the temptation to
offer money to fasten the
process is always seen as the
only option.
Prime Minister
Commodore Voreqe
Bainimarama (pictured)
reminded members of the
Fiji Institute of Accountants
at Denarau this year that
they had an important role in
promoting accountability and
transparency thus reducing
corruption.
“Institutional failures or
failures within institutions
where auditors for example
continued to provide positive
feedback simply to receive
fees; or there was the
blurring between auditing
and accounting services,
demonstrates, among other
things, that there are serious
problems with respect to
monitoring and enforcing
the standards and code
of ethics,” Commodore
Bainimarama said.
Fiji is now part of the
group of nations that have
pledged to fight universal
corruption, after it signed the
Convention on the 14th of
May 2008.
Globally, December 9
has been marked World
Corruption Day by the UN,
which is the exact date world
leaders signed the United
Nations Convention against
corruption in Merida-Mexico
back in 2003.
In Fiji, the approval to
establish an anti corruption
body was implemented by
Government in November
2006.
Five months later, on April
4, 2007 the Fiji Independent
Commission Against
Corruption or FICAC was
established through FICAC
Promulgation No.11 of 2007.
PM Bainimarama led
the way in the fight against
corruption after launching
the FICAC website.
“I urge you all present
today to join FICAC in its
effort to spearhead the fight
against corruption and let’s
support them and say no to
corruption.”
In 2010 three years since
its establishment FICAC
managed to deal with 41
corruption cases before the
court with 23 convictions.
To date FICAC has
successfuly made 50
convictions of which 31
imprisonment, suspension
or fine and eight cases
acquitted.
Ports focus on transhipment service center
T
HE Fiji Ports Corporation
Limited (FPCL) has the
capability to turn Fiji into a
transhipment maritime hub.
FPCL chief executive officer
Vajira Piyasen said the current
infrastructure was adequate to cater
for changes within our ports.
“Although congestion may be
experienced, short term measures
like proper yard management will
be crucial,” he said.
“These measures will include the
transferring of empty containers
from the operation area to the
respective shipping agents yards.
“We also have adequate cargo
handling equipment and this
includes the sufficient fleet that we
have to service all vessels.
“Planned maintenance system
has been put in place to eliminate
downtime which has been quite
prevalent recently.”
Mr Piyasen added that the
current staff were well equipped to
handle vessels.
“We have also had recent
assessments made on mobile
crane operators by a recognised
and accredited assessor from New
Zealand,” he said.
Some opportunities the CEO
highlighted included the 21 days of
free storage given to transhipment
containers, which has been
implemented since Ports Authority
of Fiji (PAF) era.
On this note, Mr Piyasen said
there were positive indications of
an expected growth in container
transhipment numbers due to
re-routing and re-positioning of
vessels with larger capacities and
introduction of new services such
as the new direct service from
Asian ports to Suva with weekly
calls.
FPCL has also established
alliances among shipping
principals thus pooling resources
together.
“One of the strategic focus
or key areas for FPCL is the
development of ports and
8
infrastructure,” Mr Piyasen said.
“This development is necessary
for Fiji to be a shipping centre in
the region and the development is
Rokobili Port has the objective of
developing an efficient terminal
offering the maximum handling
capacity at minimum cost.
“Rokobili Port would be
developed with 2 x 400 berths
with the necessary container cargo
handling equipment.”
Other infrastructural
development include the
improvement of existing port
facilities such as pilot boats, tugs
and cargo handling equipment,
development of the Port of Lautoka
with infrastructure facilities to
make it a multi-purpose port,
development of infrastructure
for transhipment cargo as well
as for domestic cargo and the
development and operation
of infrastructure facilities that
promote multi model transport.
Another key area is the
improvement in maritimerelated ancillary services such as
bunkering, ship repair facilities,
salvage and towage, offshore
supplies, marine surveying, legal
services and marine insurance.
Making Fiji ports as a service
center for transhipment and trade
has also been identified as a major
focus area.
This focus area includes having
a competitive and stable tariff,
efficient and skilled pool of
expertise in the maritime sector,
development of a port information
technology, infrastructure
enabling a ready source of
research, statistics and information
and promote multi country
consolidation, entrepot trade and
bulk shipping.
Safety, port security and
maritime environment are also
important focus areas for FPCL,
which is inclusive of a safe
working environment for all
those connected with the seaport
and shipping, conducting safety
audits and implementing a risk
management strategy.
This effectively maintains
International Ship and Port Facility
Security Code compliance and
strengthening the corporation with
MSAF (FIMSA), Customs and
other maritime organisations.
Mr Piyasen said the future
expected development of
transhipment was dependent on
a number of interrelated factors,
which included reducing the
number of port calls in a given
region and further increase
in vessel size, increasing
operating costs for direct and
call and transhipment, attractive
concessions for carriers and the
availability of port capacity that
efficiently facilitate transhipment,
shipping line investment dedicated
to terminal and hubs and limited
port and terminal accessibility for
the largest vessel.
Hub of the Pacific ... the development of Kings Wharf and
Rokobili Port in Suva is necessary for Fiji to be a shipping
centre in the region in Suva.
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FIJI FOCUS
MSG puts
interest first
Finance
experts
eye best
practice
RATU Inoke Kubuabola has urged
Melanesian Spearhead Group countries to
look after each other’s interest first.
The Fijian Minister for Foreign Affairs
and the MSG’s Foreign Ministers meeting
chairman made the remarks during the
ministers meeting in Vanuatu recently.
He stressed the need for the MSG
family to continue to look out for the
interest of each of its members.
“We must plan, therefore, as a family,
looking after each other’s interest in the
collective grouping, and making decisions
based on the needs of this family first,”
Ratu Inoke said.
He also made special mention to
donor countries such as Government
of the Peoples Republic of China, and
Government of Luxembourg for their
generous funding for the Political Affairs
Divisional projects.
Ratu Inoke also acknowledged the
recent financial contribution by the
Government and people of Timor-Leste
towards projects under the Economic and
Social Development Division of the MSG
Secretariat.
The meeting in Vanuatu gave members
time to also discuss a Budget for the MSG
Secretariat.
Unfinished
business
tops agenda
THE Fijian Government is awaiting
word on a proposed Memorandum
of Understanding (MOU) from the
Federated States of Micronesia on areas of
development cooperation between the two
countries.
This was confirmed by the Minister for
foreign Affairs Ratu Inoke Kubuabola
when he farewelled the FSM ambassador
to Fiji, His Excellency Samson Patrick.
Ratu Inoke highlighted there were still
some unfinished business between the two
countries.
“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of
the two countries bear primary carriage
of that Memorandum of Understanding
waiting to be signed by our respective
leaders on areas of development
cooperation,” he said.
“And that Fiji stands eagerly to assist
the FSM in as a Pacific friend and
colleague.”
Ratu Inoke said though Mr Patrick had
returned to FSM, work on the MOU was
likely to be fast tracked.
“I am confident this will be among
your first pursuits as you assume your
pivotal new role in the Ministry of Foreign
Affairs,” Ratu Inoke said. The decision to
sign a MOU was initiated following the
2010 Engaging with the Pacific meeting
at Natadola and the more recent 2011
Engaging with the Pacific session in Nadi.
Visitors who were at the Wyndham Vacation Resorts for the ground breaking ceremony in the
development of WorldMark Resort on Denarau Island in Nadi.
Visitor arrivals to hit 1 million mark
FIJI is on track to achieve the set
target of attracting one million
tourists by 2016 says the chief
executive officer of Tourism Fiji
Josefa Tuamoto.
He said plans and policies put
in place had been achieving over
expectations and things were
looking good overall.
“We are on track. We have seen
an upward trend in the number of
visitors annually and it has been
gradually increasing which is a
good sign,” Mr Tuamoto said.
His comment follows release of
figures by the Bureau of Statistics
with eye – catching figures which
have also played a huge role in
contributing towards the nation’s
Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
Tourism earnings contribute 34
per cent of the GDP.
This year the bureau has noted an
increase of 8.6 per cent in visitors
between January – July, with
numbers reaching 374,801 for the
first seven months.
This is an increase of 29, 784
for the same period last year where
numbers were recorded at 345,017.
“We believe the different
products that Fiji offers to visitors
have started paying dividends and
we only have to thank everyone in
Fiji for their hospitality,” he said.
“Everyone plays a role in the
tourism industry and it has an effect
on almost all household but we
should not stop here.
“Work should continue so that we
become the premier destination of
all visitors from all over the world.”
Minister for Tourism Aiyaz
Sayed-Khaiyum said “We must,
however, continue to work hard to
remain competitive”.
“Tourism Fiji is not just
competing with other Pacific
islands; we are competing on a
global level.”
Prime Minister Commodore
Voreqe Bainimarama says that
Government recognizes the role
played by the tourism industry and
will do all in its powers to see that
the industry is sustainable.
“My Government recognises the
importance of the tourism industry
for the sustained economic growth
of Fiji and its ability to create
sustained livelihoods.”
“Government will continue to
provide and improve the tourism
industry environment for the
benefit of all, the developers, the
landowners, the hotel operators, the
employees and those that provided
ancillary services.”
PACIFIC finance ministries
need to improve budgeting
and staffing in order
to achieve sustainable
economic growth.
This is according to
delegates at a regional
workshop jointly organized
by the Asian Development
Bank (ADB) and the
Pacific Financial Technical
Assistance Center (PFTAC).
The workshop in Nadi was
attended by senior officials
from Ministries of Finance
representing 16 Pacific
countries.
Participants shared
their knowledge and
experiences on strengthening
management of public
finances, particularly in
the area of medium-term
budgeting, which allows for
more effective allocation
of limited Government
and development partner
resources.
“Good medium-term
budgeting contributes greatly
towards macroeconomic
stability and delivery of
essential public services,
and is a key focus of ADB’s
support towards its Pacific
Developing Member
Countries,” said Adrian
Ruthenberg, regional director
of ADB’s South Pacific
Subregional Office in Suva.
“International experience
has shown that mediumterm budgeting can lead to
the achievement of better
economic management
outcomes, for example,
improved fiscal balances,
and increased social sector
spending.”
At the workshop, delegates
discussed good practice
in the region for mediumterm budgeting, focusing
on systems, processes and
practices that have been
proven to work, particularly
in economies that face
financial, institutional,
technological and capacity
constraints. They agreed to
work together to develop and
implement these practices.
“The governments of
the Pacific island countries
have a clear commitment to
strengthening management
of the public’s money,” said
PFTAC coordinator Matt
Davies,.
Green light for initiatives
THE Fijian Government has
given the thumbs up to initiatives
under the United Nations Security
Council Resolution (UNSCR)
1325.
That is to establish a set
of indicators to track the
implementation of the resolution
and to provide guidance for all
Member States efforts to achieve
the desired goals of the resolution.
Those were the sentiments raised
by Fiji’s Permanent Representative
to the United Nations (PRUN) His
Excellency Peter Thomson as he
November 13, 2010
addressed the UN Security Council
open debate on Women, Peace and
Security (UNSCR 1325) in New
York earlier this week.
UNSCR 1325 is a declaration or
pledge by heads of Government
that are members of the UN to
addresses not only the inordinate
impact of war on women, but also
the pivotal role women should and
do play in conflict management,
conflict resolution, and sustainable
peace.
The resolution was adopted by
the UN on October 31, 2000 and
Fiji is party to the resolution as a
member of the UN.
Highlighting the Fijian
government’s commitment and
assurance towards the resolutions,
Mr Thomson said such universal
indicators should be complemented
by national implementing
frameworks and policies to ensure
the various thematic areas of the
resolution were addressed.
“It is for this reason that Fiji
supports the development of
a regional framework for the
Pacific SIDS as an important step
towards full implementation of
the resolution in the Pacific,” Mr
Thomson told the assembly.
“We believe a framework, which
incorporates the principles of
the resolution, with clear policy
guidelines on its application to
our unique national and regional
characteristics, will accelerate the
implementation process in the
Pacific.”
Mr Thomson said Fiji was
encouraged by the initiatives
undertaken by the SecretaryGeneral and UN-Women
pertaining to the implementation of
Resolution 1325.
“We acknowledge that progress
has been made in all the four
thematic areas of the UN SystemWide Action Plan. We believe
however, that much work remains
to be done not only in relation
to the UN strategic framework,
but importantly in the national
implementation of the resolution,”
he added.
“To effectively progress the
resolution, we need to take a
holistic approach.”
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FIJI FOCUS
Americans
knock on
our doors
AN American water bottling
company wants to “start
shop” in Fiji and is ready to
invest approximately $60
million.
To top it off, the company
is targeting a high-end niche
market such as the United
Arab Emirates (UAE),
Russia and the United States
of America.
Fiji 480 Holdings is in the
process of acquiring leases
to start a water bottling plant
in the land belonging to
the Nanunu and Naseyani
villages in the Yaqara valley.
The company made a
presentation to the Prime
Minister Josaia Voreqe
Bainimarama and explained
the logistics of what the
company would mean for
the economy and the people.
Bob Bishop, one of
the partners of 480 USA,
emphasised that they were
not here to put FIJI Water
out of business.
“We think they (FIJI
Water) have done a great
job in branding Fiji as the
source of the finest water in
the world,” Mr Bishop said .
“We are targeting a
different market, a very
high-end niche market, and
we are definitely not going
to produce the volume that
FIJI Water was producing.
The company will spend
US$30-$35m for the plant,
lease and the other costs
involved in setting up the
business here.
Mr Bishop said Fiji was
so business friendly he
would rather do business
here than in USA. That’s
a compliment knowing
Americans are patriotic.
“You cannot come to the
US and sit down with the
equivalent of the President.”
“This man (PM
Bainimarama) has done
wonders, I have to commend
him, his best interest is for
the Fijian people, and he is
not a self-serving person.”
With the advent of such a
venture, people of the two
villages will eventually be
winners and the company is
more than happy to share its
profits with them.
Mr Bishop said they
would put in place top-down
revenue sharing exercise,
where villagers would share
a certain percentage right off
the gross profits.
MINISTRY OF LANDS & MINERAL RESOURCES
LEASING OF AGRICULTURAL LAND
LOT 1 ON PLAN N 2005 KADAWA – PART OF,
MALOMALO, NADROGA 4/11/1139
Applications are invited for leasing of the above Agricultural
land having an area of (0a 3r 39p) on CL 7211, situated at
Malomalo,Nadroga.
A plan showing the exact location can be viewed at the Lands
Department, Government Building, Suva, and the Divisional
Surveyor Western, Lautoka
The successful applicant will be issued with a lease for
Agricultural purposes for a term of 30 years. The lease will
be subject to the Crown Lands Act and Regulations made
there under.
To qualify for consideration, the applicant must be a Fiji
citizen, be married, have farming experience and the applicant
or the spouse should not have any other Agricultural holdings.
Applications must be on the prescribed forms available at the
office of the Lands and Survey Department and should reach
the Director of Lands & Surveyor General, P O Box 2222,
Government Building, Suva or Divisional Surveyor Western,
P O Box 335, Lautoka by December 5, 2011.
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
MOSESE TAGICAKIBAU
DIRECTOR OF LANDS & SURVEYOR GENERAL
LEASING OF AGRICULTURAL LAND ON
LOT 10 ON PLAN N 1955 PART OF MARO,
land having an area of (8.4175ha) on CL 5526, situated at
Malomalo.
A plan showing the exact location can be viewed at the
Lands Department, Government Building, Suva, and the
Divisional Surveyor Western, Lautoka.
there under.
To qualify for consideration, the applicant must be a
Fiji citizen, be married, have farming experience and
the applicant or the spouse should not have any other
Agricultural holdings.
Applications must be on the prescribed forms available at
the office of the Lands and Survey Department and should
reach the Director of Lands & Surveyor General, P O Box
2222, Government Building, Suva or Divisional Surveyor
Western, P O Box 335, Lautoka no later than December 5,
2011.Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
MOSESE TAGICAKIBAU
PLAN M 2000 KNOWN AS WAINIKORO TIRI,
LABASA,MACUATA - 4/9/1743
LEASING OF AGRICULTURAL LAND
LOT 4 ON M 1750 SECTION 1- L 189382 – BULILEKA
SUBDIVISION, LABASA, MACUATA [4/9/1612].
LOT 10 ON PLAN N 1955 PART OF MARO,
land having an area of (2.7316ha).
Divisional Surveyor Northern, Labasa.
there under.
Northern, P O Box 96, Labasa ny December 5, 201
MOSESE TAGICAKIBAU
DIRECTOR OF LANDS & SURVEYOR GENERAL
Land having an area of 3.2198ha situated at Bulileka
Subdivision, Labasa, Macuata.
Divisional Surveyor Northern office, Labasa.
The successful applicant will be issued with a lease for a
term of 30 years for Agricultural purposes. The lease will be
subject to the Crown Lands Act and Regulations made there
under.
To qualify for consideration, the applicant should be Fiji
citizen, be married, and neither the applicant nor the spouse
should have any other Agricultural holdings.
Applications should be on the prescribed forms available
at the office of the Lands and Survey Department and should
reach the Office of the Director of Lands & Surveyor General,
P O Box 2222, Government Building, Suva or Divisional
Surveyor Northern, P O Box 96, Labasa, no later than
December 5, 2011.
MOSESE TAGICAKIBAU
land having an area of (8.4175ha) on CL 5526, situated at
Malomalo.
Divisional Surveyor Western, Lautoka.
there under.
Western, P O Box 335, Lautoka no later than
MOSESE TAGICAKIBAU
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FIJI FOCUS
LIST OF FINE DEFAULTERS
The Judicial Department is committed to serving the people of Fiji, provided they respect the orders of the Court and make timely payment of Court fines
and costs. If you have not paid your fine, you are requested to settle the outstanding amount immediately with the nearest Magistrates Court or transfer
funds to our M-Paisa Account No. 20024 to avoid having to go to prison upon execution of the warrant. These are the 7th 100 Defaulters in Suva, Nausori and Navua areas and the remaining names will be published later.
No.
Case No.Warrant No.
Name AddressOffenceTin No. Amount
1
838/97 1568/99
Isireli Nagi
Sarava Wainibuku
Using private motor vehicle as a taxi
$46.50
2
794/97 1415/99
Panapasa Tukana Davuilevu Housing
$46.50
3
1015/97 1729/99
Liakini Jika
Lot 3 Wainibuku
Driving motor vehicle with defective tyre
$46.50
4
2785/97 1911/99
Sunia Vakamoce Lot 6 Nacua Court, Nakasi
$46.50
5
2797/97 1919/99
Veren Dutt
Wainibuku Road, 9 miles
$46.50
6
2987/97 2027/99
Adi Narayan
Lot 17 Laubu Place, Nadera
Illegal operation of taxis
$31.50
7
3783/97 2509/99
Semesa Nacanieli Lot 40 Kalia Street, Nakasi
Incorrect parking
CPS TR 1148/97
$46.50
8
3895/97 2573/99
Bir Singh
Lot 4 Mulomulo Road, Nakasi Driving motor vehicle when equipped with no proper lighting equipment
$46.50
9
3911/97 2577/99
Anal Hussein
Naulu, 9 Miles
Incorrect parking
CPS TR 1211/97
$46.50
10
3997/97 2643/99
Dinesh Prasad
Vuci Road, Nausori
Incorrect stopping / Driving motor vehicle with defective tyre
CPS TR 1064/97
$66.50
11
4306/97 893/99
Panapasa Tukana Davuilevu Housing
$46.50
12
4335/97 1164/99
$46.50
13
4511/97 2763/99
Krishna Dutt
Lot 8 Wainibuku Road, 9 Miles Failed to wear PSV Badge
$46.50
14
4970/97 2952/99
Incorrect parking
CPS TR 1331/97
$46.50
15
5131/97 3158/99
Timoci Delai
Lot 304 Manuka Street, Nakasi Using private motor vehicle as a taxi
$46.50
16
5212/97 3343/99
Joseva Roko
Koronivia RS Quarters
$46.50
17
5516/97 3798/99
Rakesh Chandra Salim Avenue, Naulu
Careless driving
Lami TR 89/97 $66.50
18
5543/97 3578/99
Maika Rasau
Koronivia Road, Lokia
Incorrect stopping CPS TR 1796/96
$46.50
19
5649/97 3837/99
Girwar Dass
Koronivia, Nausori
Incorrect stopping
CPS TR 1887/97
$46.50
20
5676/97 3858/99
Adi Narayan
Lot 17 Laubu Place, Nadera
Incorrect stopping
CPS TR 1530/97
$46.50
21
5695/97 3875/99
Vilimone Ratuva
Davuilevu Housing
CPS TR 1865/97
$46.50
22
5796/97 4137/99
Lai Chew Wainibuku Farm, Nasinu
Driving motor vehicle emitting smoke
CPS TR 1892/97
$46.50
23
6391/97 4551/99
Mohammed SaheedNakasi
Incorrect stopping
CPS TR 1999/97
$46.50
24
6414/97 4583/99
Incorrect stopping
CPS TR 1997/97
$46.50
25
6542/97 4722/99
Suren Prasad
Vavalagi Road, Nakasi
Nac 737267
$46.50
26
6711/97 4915/99
Kamal Khan
Nakasi, 9 1/2 Miles
Driving motor vehicle with defective brakelight
$46.50
27
6926/97 5104/99
Ashish Pal
Nakasi Road
Failed to stop when required to do so by a Police officer
Nac 758348
$46.50
28
7690/97 5771/99
Mekeya Bakaya
Lot 210 Corbett Avenue, Driving motor vehicle with defective parking brake / Driving motor vehicle with defective brakelight
$66.50
29
7742/97 5820/99
Niaz Ali
Lot 14 Dilo Street, Nakasi
$46.50
30
7811/97 5978/99
Ravindra Pal
Princess Road, Waila
$46.50
31
7844/97 6011/99
Isemeli Natukia
Lot 5 Nakasi Road
$46.50
32
7931/97 6132/99
Suresh Chand
Nasali Road, Rewa
$46.50
33
8021/97 6231/99
Incorrect stopping
SN TR 148/97
$46.50
34
8044/97 6249/99
Semesa Nacanieli
Lot 40 Kalia Street, Nakasi
Incorrect stopping $46.50
35
8060/97 6260/99
Rajesh Chandra
Vuci South Road
Incorrect stopping
CPS TR 3723/97
$46.50
36
8793/97 6917/99
Shon Khan
Lot 1 Lynth, Davuilevu
Driving motor vehicle with defective direction indicator
Nac 747254
$46.50
37
9148/97 7396/99
Deo RajWainibuku RoadIncorrect stoppingNac 751405$46.50
38
9295/97 7910/99
Ramesh Singh
Lot 22 Nakasi Road
Driving motor vehicle with defective parking brake
$46.50
39
9296/97 7911/99
Saiyaz Khan
Tirikula Road, , Nausori
Driving motor vehicle with defective parking brake
$46.50
40
9936/97 8651/99
Mahendra Singh
Lot 26 Vishnu Deo Road, NakasiUsing private motor vehicle as a taxi
Nac 747627
$56.50
41
10032/97 8712/99
Shamim Ali
Koronivia Lot 7, Nausori
Failure to wear PSV badge
Nac 768466
$46.50
42
11378/97 9490/99
Mahen Prasad
Lot 25 Nakasi Road
Incorrect stopping
Nac 643326
$56.50
43
11581/97 9611/99
Abdul Rasheed
Lot 46 Chadwick Road, Nakasi Driving motor vehicle with defective parking brake
$56.50
44
11951/97 10171/99
Asad AliLot 15 Nakasi RoadIncorrect stoppingNac 672526 $56.50
45
12082/97 10381/99
Ram Dari Cargil Street, 9 Miles
Incorrect stopping
Nac 643419
$56.50
46
94/98
10654/99
Habid Hassan
Arbator, Davuilevu
Driving motor vehicle with defect tyre
$41.50
47
172/98 10709/99
Rakesh Prasad
Lot 43 Nakasi Road
Exceeding speed limit
Nac 659733
$46.50
48
342/08 1113/09
Tevita Nagusudrau Lakena Nausori
Careless driving
CPS TR 2049/08
$46.90
49
957/98 11128/99
Jainand K. Maharaj Lot 2 Adi Davila Gaulau Road, Illegal operation of taxis
Nac 775456
$46.50
50
1197/98 11387/99
Dharmendra PrasadLot 121 Nakasi RoadDriving motor vehicle with defective parking brake
Nac 764184
$41.50
51
1753/98 12067/99
Govind Swamy
Lot 4 Dilkusha Road, Nausori Exceeding speed limit
Nac 675031
$66.50
52
2421/98 13126/99
Jabid Ali
Baulevu, Nausori
$66.50
53
3352/98 15426/99
Kalika Prasad
10 Miles, NasinuDefective hand brake
$56.50
54
3993/98 13694/99
Azad Ali
Lot 64 Kings Road
Defective parking brake
Nac 679766
$41.50
55
4401/98 14179/99
Pravin Chand
Naulu HousingIncorrect stoppingNac 770506$41.50
56
5696/98 15672/99
Hari Dutt
Lot 2 Stage 1, Davuilevu Failure to wear PSV badge
Nac 552629
$56.50
57
11382/98 3672/00
Anish Prasad
Tuimana, Nakelo
Driving motor vehicle with defective hand brake
Nac 726264
$41.50
58
11772/98 3871/00
Ashok Kumar
Wainisasa Settlement, Baulevu. Driving motor vehicle with defective horn
$41.50
59
17480/98 6799/00
Brij Lal Lot 32 Nakasi Road
Dangerous driving
CPS TR 8225/98
$46.50
60
18071/98 6702/00
Rajen Prasad
9 1/2 Miles, Nasinu
Driving motor vehicle with defective brake lights
Nac 665274
$51.50
61
617/99 7536/99
Mohammed Munaf
Koronivia, NausoriDefective lighting equipmentNac 700647 $41.50
62
1267/99 7718/99
Yogesh Nair
Lot 81 Wainibuku Road
Nac 781811
$46.50
63
4407/99 8760/00
Joseph Narayan
Lot 50 Nakasi Road
Using private motor vehicle as a taxi / Defective brake lights
Nac 791245
$91.50
64
5145/99 8980/00
Sunil Sharma
Lot 4 Vuci Road
Defective direction indicator
Nac 669472
$41.50
65
9205/99 11883/00
Sachin Shankar
Lot 19 Bau Street, Nakasi
Defective rear lights
Nac 811653
$56.50
66
10724/99 12810/00
Krishna Jay Kumar Lot 602 Karoba Street, Nakasi Incorrect Stopping
Nac 817022
$56.50
67
11561/99 13857/00
Seni Mudaliar
Vuci Road, Nausori
Incorrect stopping
Nac 658894
$56.50
68
13897/99 15241/00
Subhash Chand
Vuci Road, Nausori
Driving motor vehicle with defective speedometer
Nac 841360
$56.50
69
16664/99 16868/00
Isimeli Natoicia
Nasau Village, Dama Bua
Emitting excessive smoke
Nac 863722
$91.50
70
16953/99 17589/00
Adarsh Kumar
Lot 386 Vishnu Deo Rd, Nakasi Exceeding speed limit
Nac 864205
$51.50
71
19510/99 18192/00
Govind Sami
Lot 4 Dilkusha Road, Nausori Driving motor vehicle emitting smoke likely to cause nuisance
Nac 868560
$91.50
72
20605/99 19657/00
Rajesh Chand
Raralevu, Nausori Using private motor vehicle as a taxi
Nac 876367
$91.50
73
1134/00 21123/00
Indar sen
Lot 5 Vishnu Deoa Road,
Defective foot brake
Nac 760788
$41.50
74
1582/00 21586/00
Niraj Kumar
Lot 23 Volovolo Street, 9 Miles Defective parking brake
Nac 871075
$56.50
75
5210/002550/01
Ram Karan
Lot 69 Shalimar Street, RaiwasaExceeding speed limit
Nac 882632
$66.50
76
6725/00 92/01
Ram Lochan
Manoca, Nausori
$41.50
77
6785/00146/01
Mitieli Saumisui
Lakena Village, Nausori
Careless driving
Nac 897227
$51.50
78
7136/00586/01
Farouk Khan
Lot 31 Naulu Road
$66.50
79
7635/00 963/01
Sainivalati VeitogariNaisaumua Village, Verata
$76.50
80
7826/001405/01
Livai Koro
Lot 4 Vuci Road, Nausori
$91.50
81
7945/00 1503/01
Satendra Kumar
Lot 38 Kelland Street, Narere
Incorrect stopping $56.50
82
8108/001777/01
Taione Ratau
Vuci Road, Nausori
$91.50
83
8230/001166/01
Sakit Ali
3B Davuilevu Housing
Careless driving / Carrying excess passengers
Nac 905528
$91.50
84
8662/001653/01
George Morrison Vuci Road, Nausori
Nac 902233
$51.50
85
8960/00 3102/01
Anwar Ali
Lot 29 Niuleka Street, Naulu
Careless driving
$66.50
86
9205/00 3346/01
Madhwan Murti
Raralevu, Vusuya
$66.50
87
9810/00 4235/01
Taione Ratau
Vuci South, Nausori
Nac 918635
$91.50
88
9815/00 4240/01
Rajnesh Chand
Vuci South, Nausori
Nac 918626
$91.50
89
9824/00 4249/01
Solomoni VaunivesiVuci South, Nausori
Nac 919406
$91.50
90
10090/00 4524/01
Orisi Naulumatu
Logani Village, Bau, Tailevu
$66.50
91
1986/02 882/09
Bineshwar S. Rup Lot 39 Vinod Karsanji Rd
Driving unregistered motor vehicle
137013
$269.90
92
2248/02 2434/09
Josua Tulavu
Lot 46 Duvula Road, Nadera Failure to use seat belt
137064 $171.90
93
7118/02 3269/09
Navin Nischal Lal Lot 47 Wainividio Road, Navua Failure to use seat belt
208955 $116.90
94
515/03 562/10
Daniele Seloci
Lami Village
Failure by a driver to comply with traffic control light signal
221002 $128.15
95
668/04 1670/05
Rakesh Roshan
Lot 208 Ratu Sukuna Road
DMV with blood a concentration of alcohol in excess of the prescribed limit $516.90
96
272/08 1430/09
Maika Babalekula Cautata Village
Careless driving
CPS TR 277/08
$116.90
97
991/09 1001/10
Victa Krishna
Lot 93 Laucala Bay Road
Failure to produce driving licence
965967 $61.90
98
15054/98 4752/00
Suresh Chand
Kuku, Nausori
Incorrect stopping
Nac 691027
$41.50
99
7099/99 10795/00
Joseva TokaduaduaLot 1 Raraibici Sub - Division Incorrect Stopping
Nac 810096
$56.50
100
8044/99 11215/00
Aborosio Mavoli
Nakaile Village, Tokatoka
Emitting excessive smoke / Defective brake light
Nac 791641
$116.50
TOTAL
$6,547.45
If your name is on this list you are advised to contact the Fine Enforcement Unit (3211894) or the Police Warrant Section (3100418) at Government Buildings, Suva as soon as possible. In the event that the fines have been paid already, please produce the original receipts so that we can update our records and your name can be taken off the defaulters list.
Ms. Irani G W Arachchi
Chief Registrar
High Court of Fiji
November 13, 2010
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“ The air we breathe, the water we drink, and the land we inhabit are not only critical elements in
Bua Bauxite
mine builds
Look North
policy
IT was a happy occasion
for villagers of Nawailevu
after the Prime Minister
and Minister for Lands,
Commodore Voreqe
Bainimarama officially
opened Fiji’s first bauxite
mine.
The Nawailevu mine
is of significance for
a number of reasons
becauses it contributes
to the socio-economic
development of Fiji,
generates economic
activity and improves
livelihood for the people of
Bua and Vanua Levu.
The prime minister said
Government, as of June
2011 issued 49 special
exploration licenses
covering 576,146 hectares
and 37 applications
that included deep sea
explorations in varying
stages of processing.
When commending
the Government of the
Peoples Republic of China
and its people Prime
Minister Bainimarama said
the Fijian Government
would continue to explore
additional opportunities
with China and other
nations in moving forward
with transparency on
a number of internal
development projects.
The opening of the mine
also indicates the healthy
and stable relationship
that exists between Fiji
and China.
The Prime Minister
to date has visited the
Northern Division five
times this year. His
visits are indicative
of Government’s
commitment to the “Look
North” policy, because
this will encourage people
to remain in the division
and be witness to major
changes taking place.
“I am pleased to note
benefits to landowners are
being progressively met
with the partial release
of lease payments,
the construction of
infrastructure like
roads and mobile
telecommunications,
and ongoing discussions
with Aurum Explorations
(Fiji) Limited to provide
employment and contracts
for local trucking and
catering businesses,” PM
Bainimarama said.
Moving on to Udu,
the Prime Minister
and his government
delegation were briefed
on the Nukudamu mine
exploration project by
Matai Holdings Limited
Exploration Manager,
Stewart Capp.
Carrier loads of villagers from around Bu
opening.
Nawailevu awaits the Prime Minister Commodore Voreqe
Bainimarama to officially open Nawailevu Bauxite Mine in Bua
PM meets Lands permanent secretary
Filimoni Kau.
A
Invit
Men of Nawailevu prepare the yaqona for traditional ceremonies.
Women power ... grandmothers and mothers bring the childen along.
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Commodore Bainimarama steers into gear.
Prime Ministe
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in the quality of life we enjoy - they are a reflection of the majesty of our Creator.” Rick Perry
Sport plays key role
in nation building
ua came to witness the
The Vice Governer of Shangdong Province Zhou Qi
and Marama Na Tui Bua Adi Sainimili Tagivetaua.
A new era begins after the official opening of the new Nawailevu Bauxite Mine.
Army (Red and Green) retained the Sukuna Bowl with a 19-16 win over
traditional rival Police at the tfl National Stadium on Friday.
By Anasa Tawake
ted businessmen.
School children were part of the ocassion.
er Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama is all smiles at the Nawailevu Bauxite Mine
opening .
November 13, 2010
PRIME Minister Commodore Voreqe
Bainimarama says the Ratu Sukuna
Bowl challenge is not only meant for the
Army and Police teams but for the vanua
and the nation.
These comments were the perefct
launch to the 2011 Ratu Sukuna Bowl
challenge match on Friday in Suva.
“The Sukuna Bowl challenge is
now little beyond just a military and
police meet. It has encompassed our
families and the vanua,” Commodore
Bainimarama said.
The prime minister’s revelations of
the spirit of the challenge match speaks
volumes of our capabilities, our abilities
and our commitments to our goals and
responsibilities to our country and of
the symbolic power it can hold to move
people together for the common good.
Apart from giving Fiji a sense of
national pride, sports play a crucial role
in contributing to social change. It can
uplift and unify.
Countries that have winning sports
teams and consistently produce
champions often have a greater sense of
purpose and direction.
It takes a people to build a nation and
a nation to build a people.
Sports are important for physical and
mental development, for national pride
and self-esteem.
Sports develops talent and brings out
discipline.
Here in Fiji, they bond classes, races
and communities in shared pride maybe
with a ball.
They vanquish racism’s claim that
certain races have greater ability than
others. They match our nation’s talent
regardless of size and resources and
show that human determination levels
the playing field.
Sports prove the importance of
investing in people and confirm what
the Bainimarama Government has
been saying all along, its people are its
greatest resource.
The Government of Fiji believes that
sport is one of the most cost-cutting of all
development and peace tools.
It is increasingly being used to
promote health and prevent disease,
strengthen child and youth development
and education, foster social inclusion,
prevent conflict and build peace, foster
gender equity, enhance inclusion
of persons with disabilities, and
promote employment and economic
development.
Sports in Fiji are inherently about
drawing on, developing and showcasing
people’s strengths and capacities.
By shining a light on what people can
do, rather than what they cannot do,
sport consistently empowers, motivates
and inspires individuals and their
communities in a way that promotes
hope and a positive outlook for the future
— ingredients that are essential to the
success of all development and peace
endeavors.
For this reason, sport is also an
extremely powerful means of promoting
physical and mental health.
History has shown the capacity of
sport to contribute to social change and
strengthen societies.
It has changed individuals’ lives and,
more importantly, contributed to and
facilitated larger social change within
and across all the races in Fiji.
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VACANCIES
CIVIL SERVICE VACANCIES
ADVERTISEMENT OF PERMANENT SECRETARY POST
FOR MINISTRY OF INDUSTRY AND TRADE
Applications are invited for the Permanent Secretary for
Industry and Trade position.
Permanent Secretaries are heads of Government Ministries
and are responsible to their Ministers for the proper and
effective management of their Ministries and for policy advice
and support. They are also responsible for implementing
Government policies and programmes in a cost effective
and efficient manner.
The remuneration and benefits for the positions includes a
base salary ranging from $73,640 to $96,276 with 8% of base
salary as superannuation, 12.5% of basic salary as housing
allowance, the provision of a government vehicle with driver
for official business, telecommunication expenses on a
reimbursable basis, business class air travel with per diem
allowance that includes a 10% loading and other civil service
terms and conditions including annual leave etc.
The principal accountabilities of these roles include:
* Knowledge, skills, personal qualities
* Ability to provide leadership and personally contribute to
shaping the strategic direction of the Ministry and develop
strategies on how to achieve objectives using a wide range
of sources of information and consultation.
* Ability to identify and grasp complex issues, critically
analyze and evaluate issues and apply intellect and sound
judgment to arrive at conclusions
* Must be able to work closely with other Government
Permanent Secretaries and stakeholders to develop
productive working partnerships that facilitate the
achievement of results.
* Steer the process of planning through to implementation
and ensure that intended results are consistently delivered
by building an organisational capability that inculcates a
culture of achievement and improvement.
* Exemplify professionalism and integrity in personal
behaviour and takes personal responsibility for getting
things done.
* Clear communication skills and ability to negotiate with
others in a credible and persuasive manner that takes into
account the views of others.
* Must have an Academic Degree in the relevant field.
All applications must be accompanied with updated
Curriculum Vitae.
Applications are to be sent to:
The Chairman,
Public Service Commission,
P O Box 2211,
Government Buildings,
Suva.
Applications will close at 4.30pm on 28th November,
2011.
The role of the position is stated below:
PS04/2011 - PERMANENT SECRETARY
The Permanent Secretary is responsible to the Minister for
the formulation and implementation of policies and strategies
to promote investment, trade, commerce, small business
development, consumer protections and fair trading in the
domestic and overseas markets. The appointee will be
required to formulate and review policies on investment,
trade, commerce and industry that will ensure a dynamic,
efficient and outward oriented trade and industry to strengthen
Fiji’s economic and trade links, and multilateral trading
system. As the Public Service Commission’s “Delegate” and
“Chief Accounting Officer”, the incumbent is also required to
effectively and efficiently manage the Ministry’s Human and
Financial Resources. He/ She must ensure the development
of a competent and motivated workforce and the provision
of policy advice to government including the coordination of
statutes and regulations that are applicable to the sector.
The Permanent Secretary is required to exercise prudence
and accountability in the management of Ministry’s finance
and assets and adhere to the reporting requirements. The
focus on customer service and public relations is essential
and must be a primary concern in the delivery of services.
For further enquiries of the advertised vacancies
please contact: Mr. Filipe Nagera on telephone 3314588
extension 287, Public Service Commission, or email
[email protected]
Applications on completed GP 142 Form for the
following posts should be addressed to:
The Permanent Secretary
Public Service Commission
P O Box 2211
Government Buildings
Suva
FIJI BUREAU OF STATISTICS
989/2011 - DEPUTY GOVERNMENT STATISTICIAN
Responsible to the Government Statistician for the overall
management and implementation of key strategies in the
provision of professional and technical advice on matters
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relating to Household Survey Unit. Formulate, coordinate
and direct the proper management of all household
survey programmes and activities focused on facilitating
Population Census, Household Income & Expenditure
Surveys and Employment & Unemployment Surveys and
any other surveys related to Household Survey Unit. Build
and strengthen strategic partnership with stakeholders in
developing standards, guidelines, operational manuals and
audit systems in compliance with the International Standards
and Agreements. Ensure that household survey programmes
undertaken contribute to promoting an enabling economic
environment for private sector investment and economic
development. Promote and strengthen Fiji’s involvement
and participation regionally and internationally. Direct and
implement key strategies on Human Resource Development
and ensure institutional strengthening of the Household
Survey Division. Facilitate the reviews of Fiji Bureau of
Statistics Acts and ensure the effective enforcement of these
laws. Any other duties assigned from time to time. Relevant
degree or postgraduate qualification in Population Studies
& Demography. Ability to manage staff and resources. Must
have demonstrated intellectual capacity, drive, determination
and flair in existing grade and proven to be a meritorious
performer.
Qualification: Previous experience with policy matters
and the assessed ability to give advice to the Permanent
Secretary at political level is required, is experience of
negotiation/discussion with senior staff of Government and
Non-Government Agencies. Officers should have shown
well-rounded forceful personalities with proven intellectual
capacity and the willingness and ability to take far-reaching
decision. Proven ability to manage manpower and physical
resources effectively is required in positions at this level,
which have a bias towards Senior Management rather
than policy and considerate work. The best graduate with
specialist degrees entering the Service at SS04/03 or
equivalent levels may achieve this level after not less than
13 years of service including at least 3 years at Principal
level in their discipline. Non-specialist graduates and nongraduates may achieve this level with not less than 18 and
21 years service respectively unless specialized training
leading to appropriate higher-level qualifications has been
completed during the career.
Salary: US04 $45,198 - $54,776
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
990/2011 - CHIEF ECONOMIST
Responsible to the Permanent Secretary for Agriculture
for the overall performance of the Economic Planning
& Statistics Division within the Ministry. The officer will
assume a supervisory role in the allocation of tasks within
the section, co-ordinate the Unit’s activities to ensure
the achievement of targets specified in the annual work
programme. Formulate and initiate policy advice and
strategies on commodity development, marketing and trade
and statistical work within the Ministry. Undertake evaluation
of project proposals, monitoring and evaluation of capital
program and Preparation of Ministry’s budget proposals.
National correspondent to FAO, liason officer to other
institution like CIDA and undertake other duties assigned by
the Permanent Secretary.
Qualification: Previous experience with policy matters
and the assessed ability to give advice to the Permanent
Secretary at political level is required, is experience of
negotiation/discussion with senior staff of Government and
Non-Government Agencies. Officers should have shown
well-rounded forceful personalities with proven intellectual
capacity and the willingness and ability to take far-reaching
decision. Proven ability to manage manpower and physical
resources effectively is required in positions at this level,
which have a bias towards Senior Management rather
than policy and considerate work. The best graduate with
specialist degrees entering the Service at SS04/03 or
equivalent levels may achieve this level after not less than
13 years of service including at least 3 years at Principal
level in their discipline. Non-specialist graduates and nongraduates may achieve this level with not less than 18 and
21 years service respectively unless specialized training
leading to appropriate higher-level qualifications has been
completed during the career.
Salary: US04 $45,198 - $54,776
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
P O Box 2220
Suva
991/2011 - PRINCIPAL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
[CORPORATE SERVICES]
The Principal Administration Officer reports to the Director
Corporate Services for Foreign Affairs & International
Cooperation. To coordinate staff arrangements for both
Headquarters and Missions overseas within the staff
establishment, providing human relations management
services. Supervise staff of the Administration section and
the un-established cadre. To authorize expenditure on
consumables including stationery, and on motor vehicle
maintenance. Undertake all correspondence in relation
to human resources and administration matters. Liaise
with other Government agencies on human resources and
administration matters. Ensure that the Ministry car pool is
well maintained and managed.
Qualification: An officer of high calibre. Qualifications
required for appointment as Senior Administrative Officer
and at least 2-3 years service in that grade or equivalent
or relevant degree or Post graduate qualification and/or
relevant skills and experience in this particular field in any
other organisation. Ability to manage staff and resources.
Must have demonstrated intellectual capacity, drive,
determination and flair in existing grade and proven to be a
meritorious performer.
Salary: SS01 $35,466 - $44,787
[POLITICAL & TREATIES]
The Principal Administration Officer reports to the Director
Political and Treaties Division who reports to the Deputy
Permanent Secretary and to the Permanent Secretary. To
maintain records and provide interpretation of international
conventions and treaties, bilateral and multilateral
agreements to which Fiji is a party.
Salary: SS01 $35,466 - $44,787
993/2011 - PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTS OFFICER
To provide financial oversight and management of financial
resources. Ensure that all expenditures and Revenue
collections are in compliance with the budgetary provisions
under the Financial Instructions, Finance Manual and the
Fiji Overseas Service Regulations (FOSR). In charge of
the effective implementation and upgrading of the Financial
Management Information System (FMIS).
Qualification: Appointee must have a degree or post
graduate degree in accounting, or Finance and a member
of Fiji Institute of Accountants or an equivalent/recognized
professional body. He/She should have also served at least
2 years as Senior Accounts Officer or relevant experience in
any other organisation, or without the 2 years requirement,
has demonstrated intellectual capacity drive, determination
and flair in existing grade or position. OR An officer of
high caliber. Qualification required for appointment as
Senior Accounts Officer for at least 2 years and must have
demonstrated intellectual capacity, drive, determination and
flair in existing grade/position. Consistently good reports and
ability to manage staff and resources.
Salary: AC01 $40,201 - $51,302
994/2011 - SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
[INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION]
The incumbent is responsible for monitoring and record
all external Aid and liaise with resident and overseas
embassies and institutions regarding the technical
assistance offered by them to ensure implementation of
Ministry policy and achievement of Ministry economic and
external goals described in the Corporate Plan. Coordinate
the processing of all requests for aid and training and send
to donor agencies and embassies, and process all aid and
training approvals and forward to the appropriate Ministries
and line Departments. All processing is to be undertaken
within specified time limits. In liaison with the Public Service
Commission, monitor and record all training undertaken
under technical cooperation programmes. Prepare Letters
of Agreement and Memorandums of Understanding for
signature by the contracting donors and recipients to record
agreements in relation to aid programmes. Organise signing
ceremonies between contracting parties. Maintain contacts
and consultation with the appropriate authorities in the
public sector. This will involve attendance at various official
functions and dinners, and in representing the Ministry in aid
related workshops, seminars and speaking engagements.
Preparation and submission or regular reports on aid and
training matters, and participation in the Aid Coordinating
Committee. Other duites as required from time to time.
Qualification: Qualifications required for appointment
as Administrative Officer and at least 2-3 years service in
that grade or equivalent or relevant degree and/or relevant
skills and experience in this particular field in any other
organisation. Assessed potential and ability to progress
beyond Senior Administrative Officer.
Salary: SS02 $26,063 - $33,154
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The Director
Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
P O Box 2355
Suva
[CORPORATE SERVICES]
Responsible to the Director of Public Prosecutions by
providing a consolidated approach to the management of
human resources and development of strategies to shape
the delivery of the Ministry’s human resources services.
Assist in the formulation of the Business Plans and Individual
Work Plans through extensive consultations with individual
employees and Heads of Sections on their activities,
outputs, measureable targets and ensure these are reflected
in the Business Plans and Individual Work Plans. Facilitate
the management and monitoring systems in the Ministry
through constant and continuous assessments of the current
system; identification of weaknesses and deficiencies, and
the formulation and implementation of appropriate strategic
measures to address problems; coordinates activities
in accordance with regulations, policies, practices and
regulations of Government financial and administration;
Collating the Department’s Annual Report; Assist in the
formulation of questions and answers for interviews for vacant
positions in consultation with heads of sections; providing
relevant training and development opportunities; striving to
improve working conditions; He/She will be responsible for
all General Administration, Finance and Human Resources
Management and Development Systems to maintain and
improve service delivery in the country; Oversee that proper
accounting procedures are always in place; Answers Audit
and Finance queries.
Salary: SS01 $35,466 - $44,787
996/2011 - SENIOR SYSTEMS ANALYST
The appointee will be responsible to the Director of Public
Prosecutions for the identification and resolving of issues
in any stage in an application system life cycle; producing
program specifications and database designs to meet
user requirements; system testing and support of the user
during the documentation and transition stages; evaluate
performance of project/application; provide on job training
to staff; act as consultant on any designed issues affecting
the performance or change of function of application; attend
to maintenance requests provide professional and technical
advice on the procurement of computer hardware/software
and ancillary equipment; preparation of specification and
tender documentation; prepare manuals as required; adhere
to standards and quality assurance procedures; typical tasks
to be performed are programming, programme specification,
database design, review, evolving design prototypes and
technology evaluation; preserve backup of all criminal cases
prosecuted, disposed, pending, etc; scan and prepare legal
documents and forms; responsible for the implementation
and maintenance of the new case management system
[CASES]; plan, allocate and obtain resources according to
prevailing priorities; any other duties assigned from time to
time.
Salary: SS02 $26,063 - $33,154
1002/2011 - SECRETARY
998/2011 - COMPUTER OPERATOR
Responsible to the Assistant Director of Public Prosecutions.
Responsibilities include typing confidential correspondences
and legal documents etc., minutes to heads of departments
including the Commissioner of Police and his officers and
memoranda to other government departments and private
organizations and typing for other Legal Officers. The
Officer is also responsible for handling telephone calls for the
Assistant DPP and such other duties that may be assigned
by the Deputy DPP.
Accountable to Senior Systems Analyst in relation to
maintenance of all IT based facilities, advice concerning office
machines and computers. Responsible for compliance with
development standards and quality assurance procedures.
Preserve backup of all criminal records and provide statistics
of criminal cases prosecuted, disposed, pending etc.
Responsible for in-court trial presentations where evidence
is presented using multi media technology. Trouble shooting
of computer, printer and network. Responsible for regular
updates of software, uploading or reloading. Responsible
for setting up multi-media tools used in professional training.
Ensure that all policies governing access and use of the Fiji
Government Information Technology and Communication
Network [GOVNET] infrastructure, services and equipment
connected to it are observed and followed. Oversee and
ensure all existing applications are enhanced, adequately
supported and meet requirements through continuous
assessment, evaluation and development, in line with
Government and industry IT standards. Other tasks involveobtaining quotations for the purchase of computers, printers,
consumables and other IT/Office equipment; scanning and
printing of trial photo’s (confidential); conversion of videotape
footage to disc, etc. inventory management (computer
accessories) responsible for servicing and maintenance of IT
equipment in the Southern, Western, Eastern and Northern
divisions; set up and run video conferencing links; carry out
regular virus checks and scanning; other duties assigned by
DPP/SSAP/DCS.
Qualification: A Diploma in Computer Studies.
Salary: IT07 $9,659 - $16,243
999/2011 - ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER [TRAINING]
Responsible to the Director of Public Prosecutions for
developing, the proper management and the assessment of
training programs for professional officer and administrative
staff. The incumbent is also responsible for liaising with
training organisations both local and overseas for training
opportunities, with international donors for the funding of
training programmes, and the maintenance of all records
pertaining to departmental and individual training.
Qualification: Qualifications required for appointment as
Executive Officer with a pass in service exam E and at least
2-3 years service as an Executive Officer or equivalent
or relevant skills and experience in this particular field in
any other organisation. Assessed potential and ability to
progress beyond Administrative Officer level. OR A good
University degree in Management/Public Administration/
Business Studies or equivalent.
Salary: SS03 $20,335 - $25,990
1000/2011 - ACCOUNTS OFFICER
Responsible to the Director of Public Prosecutions for
the Disbursement of capital and operating funds. Control
expenditure and maintenance of proper records. Timely
preparation and submission of financial returns. Carry out
monthly reconciliation of expenditure. Provide financial and
accounting advice to the Director of Public Prosecutions.
Liaise with the Principal Administrative Officer Corporate
Services on all Financial Matters. Ensure that all payments
and purchases are done within the financial regulations as
stipulated in the FMIS and Financial Manual.
Systems Analyst/ Programmer and at least 2-3 years service
in that grade and/or relevant skills and experience in this
particular field in any other organization.
Qualification: A degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
Studies and preferably a member of the Fiji Institute of
Accountants or a recognized or an equivalent/ recognized
professional body. OR He/She should have served at least 2
years as Assistant Accounts Office and have demonstrated
intellectual capacity, drive, determination and flair in existing
grade or position. Should be a team player and has acquired
consistently good reports.
Salary: IT04 $31,238 - $40,646
Salary: AC03 $22,799 - $29,730
997/2011 - SENIOR
[LITIGATION]
ADMINISTRATIVE
OFFICER
The appointee will be responsible to the Director of
Public Prosecutions for the efficient administration of the
Department’s Litigation calendar and the movements of
Litigation files; marking of Cause/Call-over Lists; ensuring the
existence of an efficient warning system enabling all officers
to attend to their schedule court commitments; timely filing
and service of court documents; assist professional staff in
research including searching relevant website and obtaining
important legal information; proper care, maintenance
and custody of all litigation files and registers of records;
maintaining regular litigation statistics to provide reporting
requirements; Acts as a Liaison Officer between DPP’s
Office, Court Registries and officials and defense counsels;
render opinions to the DPP when required; responsible
for the standardization and supervision of registries for all
divisions; updating the cases management system using
CASES software, supervision and training of subordinates
staff and any duties assigned by DPP or the HR Manager.
as Administrative Officer and at least 2-3 years service in
that grade or equivalent or relevant degree and/or relevant
beyond Senior Administrative Officer.
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1001/2011 - ASSISTANT ACCOUNTS OFFICER
The appointee shall be responsible to the Accounts Officer in
financial duties. Assist the Accounts Officer in preparation of
Budget proposals, virement, answer audit queries. Update
financial records and reconciliation on regular basis. Advise
and provide monthly expenditure reports to Director Public
Prosecutions and Senior Management on financial matters.
Assist in salary and wages preparation and reconcile. The
incumbent is also responsible for the Department’s Agencies
FMIS Purchase and Accounts Payable, data input on
various module and system and processes on a daily basis
according to the procurement of goods and services standard
procedures. The incumbent is responsible for generating
and reconciling AP reports, process payment vouchers and
print out of cheques. Payment of Bills, Lodgment of wages
and the facilitation of payment of Witness Claims.
Qualification: A minimum of a degree in accounting or
related discipline or equivalent from a recognized institution.
OR A pass in service exam U. Appointee must have served
at least one year in SS05 grade and have passed H1 & H2
service and have demonstrated intellectual capacity, drive,
determination and flair in existing grade or position; or
successfully completed Form 7 examination with a pass in
accounting.
Qualification: Diploma in Secretarial Studies and
assessed as having considerable potential OR 60wpm
typing on manual typewriter or 70wpm typing on electronic/
electric typewriter and at least 3 years service as a typist
or Stenographer typist or equivalent. Consistently good
reports and considered to have discretion and ability to
work effectively under pressure. 100wpm shorthand and
word processing knowledge is essential. OR 60wpm
typing on manual typewriter or 70wpm typing on electronic/
electric typewriter and at least 3 years service as a typist
or Stenographer typist or equivalent. Consistently good
reports and considered to have discretion and ability to work
effectively under pressure. Word processing knowledge and
Computer Management skills are essential. Shorthand skill
is advantageous.
Salary: SS04 $15,689 - $20,018
Applications on completed GP 142 for the following
posts should be addressed to:
The Government Statistician
Fiji Bureau of Statistics
P O Box 2221
Suva
1003/2011 - PRINCIPAL STATISTICIAN [ECONOMICS
STATISTICS DIVISION]
Responsible to the Deputy Government Statistician for
planning, developing, leading and managing work in the
Economics Statistics Division of the Bureau. In this role, the
Principal Statistician is responsible for: providing leadership
of Statistical activities of the Bureau of Statistics; develop
strategic and operational plans for Economics Statistics
Surveys; advise the Government Statistician on statistical
matters related to the Economics Statistics Division and
other issues as directed; identify and introduce best practice
economic statistical techniques, standards and practices
through the active development of relationships with other
statistical agencies; establishing and maintaining highly
effective workplace relationships; effectively utilizing
Divisional resources and liaising with other Divisions,
Departments, Statutory Bodies, Private Sector agencies in
determining priorities and in providing appropriate services.
required for appointment as Senior Statistician and at
least 2-3 years service in that grade or equivalent and/
any other organisation or relevant degree or postgraduate
qualification. Ability to manage staff and resources. Must
have demonstrated intellectual capacity, drive, determination
and flair in existing grade and proven to be a meritorious
performer.
Salary: SS01 $35,466 - $44,787
1004/2011 - ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
The appointee will be responsible to the Business Unit
Manager Administration and Human Resource Management
in assisting the performance of general administration and
support function of the Department, general supervision of
Clerks, Typists and Government Wage Earners and maintain
the proper records management in the Registry Section. The
appointee will administer and verify all types of leave, submit
all Leave Allowance application to Finance, control the daily
activities of transport, maintain all vehicle records and
submission of quarterly vehicle return to Finance, manage
staff establishment of the Department through regular
updates of P2P, post processing and submission of vacancy
quarterly returns to PSC, prepare and submit Staff Board
papers to Ministry, verify wage earner timesheets, conduct
annual board of survey, act as Liaison Officer – PSC Group
Insurance, and Office Superintendent.
Executive Officer with a pass in service exam E and at least
2-3 years service as an Executive Officer or equivalent
any other organisation. Assessed potential and ability to
progress beyond Administrative Officer level. OR A good
University degree in Management/Public Administration/
Business Studies or equivalent.
Salary: SS03 $20,335 - $25,990
Ministry of Industry and Trade
P O Box 2118
Suva
Salary: AC04 $17,687 - $22,724
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1005/2011 - PRINCIPAL ECONOMIC PLANNING OFFICER
Responsible to the Deputy Secretary through the Chief
Economic Planning Officer to provide technical advice on
macroeconomic policy and strategic planning on Industry
& Trade development. Preparation of economy wide
and regional models for short, medium and long term
planning as preparation of macroeconomic models and/
or use of other methodologies for assessing past trends
and making projections for various general aggregates in
order to assess and advice on the industry development
and trade environment in Fiji. Investigate and review the
current macroeconomic issues/problems and its impact on
investment and industries of the economy. Regularly analyse
key economic indicators and trends, relating to Gross
Domestic Product, savings and investment, trade imports,
exports, balance of payments, international commodity
prices and issues on trade and private sector investment.
Undertake research on various policy areas: Industry and
Trade specific policies. Keep abreast on issues related to
the World Trade Organisation, PICTA, PACER, EPA and
other relevant arrangements that affect Fiji’s commercial
environment. Conduct research/studies in macroeconomic
policies particularly relating to capital/financial markets,
taxation, incomes, prices, wages and productivity. Review
and analyse current, and initiate new, policy initiatives for
promotion of Industry & Trade and provide advice accordingly.
Represent the Ministry/Government and participate at various
local and international fora/ human resource development.
Co-ordinates meetings with government agencies, private
sector and key stakeholders on Economic Analysis Unit’s
work. Responsible for the compilation of the corporate plan,
budgetary plan and annual report. The officer will be required
to write a wide range of briefing papers, cabinet papers and
reports/speeches on investment, commercial/industrial and
trade matters, ensuring timely information and decisions by
management, ensuring close contact is maintained with the
private sector, public sector and other relevant organizations
at all times and supervision of the work of new recruits
including work generation, skills development, guidance and
training. Any other duties assigned.
Qualification: An officer of high caliber. Qualifications
required for appointment as Senior Economic Planning
Officer and at least 2-3 years service in that grade or
equivalent or relevant degree or postgraduate qualification
and/or relevant skills and experience in this particular field
in any other organisation. Ability to manage staff and
resources. Must have demonstrated intellectual capacity,
drive, determination and flair in existing grade and proven to
be a meritorious performer.
Salary: SS01 $35,466 - $44,787
1006/2011 - SENIOR ECONOMIC PLANNING OFFICER
Responsible to the Chief Economist through the Principal
Economic Planning Officer. The appointee is required
to conduct analysis work, writing a wide range of briefing
papers, reports, speeches and cabinet papers on investment,
commerce and business development. This also includes
providing advice on policy matters and ensure that expected
outputs are achieved at set deadlines as outlined in the work
programme and ensure that details and timely information
are available at all times for management, ensuring close
contact is maintained with the private sector, public sector,
semi-government and international organizations at all times.
The appointee is also required to represent and communicate
the Ministry’s position in relevant workshops, seminars and
conferences, at national, regional and international levels
and provide secretariat services to various meetings. Any
other duties assigned.
Economic Planning Officer and at least 2-3 years service in
that grade or equivalent or a relevant degree and/or relevant
beyond Senior Economic Planning Officer level.
Salary: SS02 $26,063 - $33,154
1007/2011, 1008/2011 - ECONOMIC PLANNING OFFICER
- 2 POSTS
Responsible to the Principal Economic Planning Officer
for compilation/analysis of relevant economic statistics;
undertaking research for policy areas related to investment,
business development and commerce, attending to queries
and investigating issues raised by private and public sector.
Development of policies and projects to stimulate investment
in various industries; writing briefs, papers and speeches on
various issues. This also includes providing advice on policy
matters and ensure that expected outputs are achieved at
set deadlines as outlined in the work programme and ensure
that details and timely information are available at all times
for management, ensuring close contact is maintained with
the private sector, public sector, semi-government and
international organizations at all times. The appointee is
also required to represent and communicate the Ministry’s
position in relevant workshops, seminars and conferences,
at national, regional and international levels. . Any other
duties assigned.
Qualification: A Good Degree in Economics/Statistics or
equivalent is essential and it is expected that all posts in this
grade will be filled by officers showing potential to reach at
least Principal level with relevant skills and experience in this
particular field in any other organisation.
Salary: SS03 $20,335 - $25,990
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1009/2011 - EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Accountable to the Principal Assistant Secretary (Personnel)
for the day to day running of the administration and personnel
section. Organize and co-ordinate training programme
for the staff including preparation of TNA/TNS. Updating
vehicle records in accordance to the requirements of the
transport rules and regulations. Preparing Monthly vehicle
returns. Managing official transport for staff. Maintaining and
supervising the use of the fuel cards and reconciling records.
Ensure office inventory is kept and maintained. Conduct
Annual Board of survey for all the Ministry’s Divisions. The
incumbent is also required to organize travel arrangements
for staff, arranging visas and official releases. Assist in
preparation of Staff Board meeting papers. And other duties
assigns from time to time.
Clerical Officer and a pass in Service Exam H (1), (2) and S
and 2-3 years service in that grade or equivalent or relevant
organization. Assessed potential and ability to contribute in
a management role. A good Form 7 pass with Computing
Skills is desirable
Salary: SS04 $15,689 - $20,018
1010/2011 - TELEPHONE OPERATOR
Accountable to the Principal Assistant Secretary for the
day to day running of the administration section. Receiving
incoming and transferring calls. Attend to customer enquiries.
Receiving messages for staff and relaying them. Assisting
staff in making outgoing calls. Maintain telephone register.
Control and monitor outside calls. Verify all telephone calls.
Meet and greet customers, help them with any queries.
Maintain Visitors Register. Receive hand deliver mails.
Stamping the certificate of origin. Any other duties assigned.
Qualification: A good pass in Fiji School Leaving Certificate
or Form 7 or equivalent. Note: Officers must have passed
the Service Exam H (1) before confirmation of their
appointment. Computing Skill is desirable.
Salary: SS05 $8,092 - $15,001
1011/2011 - CLERICAL OFFICER [REGISTRY]
Accountable to the Principal Assistant Secretary for the day
to day running of the Registry. Opening all inward mails.
Register both inward and outward mails. Ensures that all
correspondences are filed and in their respective subject file.
Control file movements. Indexing of filing system. Open and
close of subject files, arrange transmission and recollection
of closed files to and from the National Archives. Assist
in follow up any correspondence on information needed.
Overall control of the registry. Assist in the vehicle report.
Assist in board of survey report. Any other duties assigned.
Salary: SS05 $8,092 - $15,001
1012/2011, 1013/2011, 1014/2011 - CLERICAL OFFICER
[ACCOUNTS] - 3 POSTS
Accountable to the Principal Accounts Officer for the day
to day running of the Accounts Section. Processing of
payments and maintaining of payment register. Processing
of all overseas remittances to Commission Offices and
maintaining a register. Process all board allowances, meal/
subsistence allowances, writing of cheques. Key in data
for wages from weekly timesheets. Prepare payment for
unestablished staff, prepare salary inputs for established
staff. Updating all EDP files. Maintain Imprest Register,
cash and replenishments. Distribute salary cheque. Check
payment vouchers. Posting of JV’s and PV’s to Department
Ledger, General ledger and underline account daily.
Collecting of bank statements daily. Maintain cashbook for
drawings account of the Ministry. Reconcile cashbook with
the bank statement daily, reconcile the expenditure ledger
against the commitment ledger. Maintain cash book for the
RFA Account. Any other duties assigned.
Salary: SS05 $8,092 - $15,001
Ministry of Primary Industries
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
1015/2011 - PRINCIPAL AGRICULTURAL OFFICER
[INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION]
Responsible to the Deputy Secretary (Agricultural
Development) for all policy, management, finance and
administration matters relating to the Communication
Section. The responsibility includes, planning, programming
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and budgeting for all Communication Section activities,
supervision, management and motivation of staff and
working closely with other divisions within the Ministry
and other Government Departments. Supervise issue of
daily media release productions and special features on
agriculture and fisheries. Overseas photographic activities
and production of vernacular radio broadcast programmes.
Coordinate the production of agricultural scientific liaison
officer and responsible for the continuous development
of the section in terms of staff development, equipment
and efficiency of work. Organize the Ministry’s publicity/
communication campaigns with mass media. Represent
the Ministry on adhoc committees and advice on publicity/
publication relation mattes. Provide Secretariat services
to Ministry of Agriculture, Sugar and Land Resettlement
executive top management. Oversee the overall Human
Resource Development component of the Communication
section. Review and update policies and plans to meet the
communication need of the Ministry.
Senior Agricultural Officer and at least 2-3 years service in
that grade or equivalent and/or relevant skills and experience
in this particular field in any other organisation with
meritorious performance or relevant degree or postgraduate
qualification.
Salary: PR01 $35,466 - $44,787
1016/2011 - PRINCIPAL ECONOMIC PLANNING OFFICER
Responsible to the Chief Economist in the co-ordination
and formulation of agricultural policies, strategies and
programmed for the sustainable development of Fiji’s
agriculture sector. Will be responsible for undertaking
high level quantitative analysis of all agriculture industries
including crops and livestock and compile reports on the
status and growth prospects and development potential of
each sector. Analyse technical and policy issues strategies
and programs to support the development, increased
competitiveness and improved impacts of agro-industries
and agriculture value chains. Contribute to the collation and
dissemination of data and information related to agricultural
policy formulation, trends, approaches and impacts including
lessons and good practices for adoption.
required for appointment as Senior Economic Planning
Officer and at least 2-3 years service in that grade or
equivalent or relevant degree or postgraduate qualification
and/or relevant skills and experience in this particular field
in any other organisation. Ability to manage staff and
resources. Must have demonstrated intellectual capacity,
drive, determination and flair in existing grade and proven to
be a meritorious performer.
Salary: SS01 $35,466 - $44,787
1017/2011 - ENVIRONMENT OFFICER
The Environment Officer [EO] provides counsel and
expertise within the Department of Agriculture relating to
environmental regulations, environmental assessment
and review requirements, and policy developments.
Provides assistance to staff in developing appropriate
environmental review and compliance activities. Informs,
interprets, advises, trains, and reviews all program areas
that have environmental responsibilities in the Department
of Agriculture. The Environmental review is required for all
agency actions with a physical impact on the environment.
Performs the functions of the Environment Management Unit
and regulatory considerations pertaining to environmental
compliance. Conducts EIA assessment proposals and
risk analysis using performance information to determine
where likely environmental compliance concerns may exist
and follows up as necessary to monitor the environmental
management procedures during project implementation.
The position is responsible for the collation and compilation
of monthly, quarterly and annual progress reports. The report
evaluates, analyses and reviews environmental monitoring
and compliance activities.
Qualification: A recognised degree in Environmental
Studies or equivalent with full accreditation.
Salary: LB03 $20,335 - $27,690
1018/2011
[STATISTICS]
ECONOMIC
PLANNING
OFFICER
Responsible to the Chief Economist through the Principal
Economic Planning Officer and the Senior Economic
Planning Officer (Statistics) for maintaining comprehensive
data bank to facilitate the timely and effective formulation
of strategies and policies in areas of responsibilities of the
Ministry. This data includes information on commodities and
levels of investments within the sector. The appointee will
be required to develop a comprehensive computer-base
handling system and then compile, regularly update, verify
and analyse agricultural statistics. He/She will be required
to be responsible for preparing quarterly Management
Information System (MIS) report, preparation of commodity
bulletins, questionnaires, write up statistical reports,
critiques, commentaries and discuss papers and assist in
the design and administration of surveys and census.
Qualification: A Good Degree in Economics/Statistics or
equivalent is essential and it is expected that all posts in this
grade will be filled by officers showing potential to reach at
least Principal level with relevant skills and experience in this
particular field in any other organisation.
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1019/2011 - AGRICULTURAL OFFICER [PROJECTS AND
BUDGET]
Responsible to the Senior Economic Planning Officer
(Statistics) in the coordination and the preparation of the
agricultural statistical programs in terms of undertaking
agricultural census/surveys on an annual basis to asses the
performance of the agricultural sector. Conduct progressive
updates on Multiple Sample Frame methodologies through
periodic farm/field surveys, formal interviews with major
agriculture holdings and other institutions. Delegate
statistical activities to the national data team on the collation,
compilation and processing food and agricultural related
information using specific data processing software and
producing reports to the management and the national
steering committee on domestic agricultural status at
Divisional, Provincial and Locality levels. Establish a
national database and prepare quarterly progress reports
highlighting the performance the agricultural sector. Conduct
in-house training programs for the enumerators.
as Assistant Agricultural Officer and at least 2-3 years
service in that grade or equivalent and/or relevant skills and
experience in this particular field in any other organisation.
Consistently good reports with demonstrated ability to
supervise and control staff and ability to perform effectively
in rural situations; OR A good degree in an appropriate
Agricultural discipline.
Salary: PR03 $20,335 - $26,810
1020/2011
- AGRICULTURAL
MANAGEMENT]
OFFICER
[FARM
Responsible to the Director Land Resources, Planning &
Development through the Senior Agricultural Officer (Farm
Management) on technical matters relating to the farm
management section. Provide farm appraisals, consultancy
and advisory services to farmers who are eligible for
farming assistance scheme under the criteria and provide
assistance and advice on other agricultural projects. Duties
also include field visits and undertaking feasibility studies
of farm projects and also liaise with financial institution on
funding assistance. Assist in the monitoring and evaluation
of the farming assistance scheme in the various Divisions
(Farm Management). Assist the Senior Agricultural Officer
in the coordination and the compilation of training activities
for farmers and also liaise with Fiji Sugar Corporation in
the implementation of the farming assistance scheme to
sugarcane farmers.
as Assistant Agricultural Officer and at least 2-3 years
service in that grade or equivalent and/or relevant skills and
experience in this particular field in any other organisation.
Consistently good reports with demonstrated ability to
supervise and control staff and ability to perform effectively
in rural situations; OR A good degree in an appropriate
Agricultural discipline.
Salary: PR03 $20,335 - $26,810
1021/2011 - AGRICULTURAL TECHNICAL OFFICER
[BUA]
Responsible to the Director Extension through the
Principal Agricultural Officer Northern for the organization
and implementation of the Ministry’s work programmes
as assigned for each area. Supervise daily activities of
subordinate locality field officers. Assist the Agricultural
Officer in identifying specific areas for development,
and liaise with other agencies involved in Agricultural
development. Identifying farmers training needs and
support the Agricultural Officer in formulating relevant
training activities and preparing district work plans. Prepare
monthly and quarterly progress reports, help out farmers
with their Fiji Development Bank loan assessment and make
recommendations. Liaise with Agricultural Officer in land
development programme within the province, assist with
the layout of demonstration plots and organize exposure of
method and results to farmers.
Agricultural Assistant with a pass in R (1) Exam and at least
2-3 years service in that grade or equivalent and/or relevant
skills and experience in this particular field in another
organisation. Consistently good reports and assessed
potential and ability to supervise and control staff. Ability
to perform effectively in rural situations; OR A good degree
and assessed at interview to have potential to reach at least
Principal level.
Salary: PR04 $15,689 - $20,018
1022/2011 - AGRICULTURAL TECHNICAL OFFICER
[LOMAIVUNA]
Responsible to the Director Extension through the Principal
Agricultural Officer Central Eastern for the organization
and implementation of the Ministry’s work programmes
as assigned for each area. Supervise daily activities of
subordinate locality field officers. Assist the Agricultural
Officer in identifying specific areas for development,
and liaise with other agencies involved in Agricultural
development. Identifying farmers training needs and
support the Agricultural Officer in formulating relevant
training activities and preparing district work plans. Prepare
monthly and quarterly progress reports, help out farmers
with their Fiji Development Bank loan assessment and make
recommendations. Liaise with Agricultural Officer in land
development programme within the province, assist with
the layout of demonstration plots and organize exposure of
method and results to farmers.
Agricultural Assistant with a pass in R (1) Exam and at least
2-3 years service in that grade or equivalent and/or relevant
skills and experience in this particular field in another
organisation. Consistently good reports and assessed
potential and ability to supervise and control staff. Ability
to perform effectively in rural situations; OR A good degree
and assessed at interview to have potential to reach at least
Principal level.
Salary: PR04 $15,689 - $20,018
Ministry of Public Enterprises, Communications, Civil
Aviation and Tourism
P O Box 2278
Suva
1023/2011, 1024/2011 - CLERICAL OFFICER [ADMIN]
- 2 POSTS
Responsible to the Principal Administrative Officer through
the Executive Officer in updating vehicle log books and
verifying running sheets submitted and filled out correctly
by the drivers. Assisting the Transport officer in providing
Quarterly reports on all vehicles and forwarding to Ministry
of Finance as required under the Transport Rules and
Regulations. Ensures that vehicle maintenance is carried
out on time. Assists in preparation of meetings documents
and relieves Telephone Operator as and when needed.
Assists the Executive Officer with the facilitation of the office
equipment and purchase of stationeries. Compilation of
Person to Post [P2P] on a monthly basis and forward to
PSC. Ensures that all leave files and staff personal files
are updated daily. Ensures Leave Schedule is updated
regularly. Compilation of timesheets as and when needed.
Assists in the Post processing of the Ministry vacancies.
Maintains a positive attitude and contributes positively to
the morale and the output of the MPECCAT team. Any
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additional responsibilities or requests that are issued by the
supervisor or the Permanent Secretary.
Salary: SS05 $8,092 - $15,001
1025/2011, 1026/2011 - CLERICAL OFFICER [ACCOUNTS]
- 2 POSTS
Responsible to the Assistant Accountant for the up keeping
of the Ministry’s Ledger. Preparation of Bank and Cash
reconciliation and un-presented cheque lists on a fortnightly
basis. Updating of Fiji National Provident Fund [FNPF]
contributions, overseas remittances, revenue collection
and preparation of journal vouchers. Prepares inputs on a
monthly basis for operating, IDC, impress account and all
vouchers’ raised during the month. Preparation of payment
vouchers. Maintains a positive attitude and contributes
positively to the morale and the output of the MPECCAT
team. Any additional responsibilities or requests that are
issued by the supervisor or the Permanent Secretary.
Salary: SS05 $8,092 - $15,001
1027/2011, 1028/2011 - CLERICAL OFFICER [ACCOUNTS]
- 2 POSTS
Responsible to the Assistant Accountant for the up keeping
of the Ministry’s Ledger. Preparation of Bank and Cash
reconciliation and un-presented cheque lists on a fortnightly
basis. Updating of Fiji National Provident Fund [FNPF]
contributions, overseas remittances, revenue collection
and preparation of journal vouchers. Prepares inputs on a
monthly basis for operating, IDC, impress account and all
vouchers’ raised during the month. Preparation of payment
vouchers. Maintains a positive attitude and contributes
positively to the morale and the output of the MPECCAT
team. Any additional responsibilities or requests that are
issued by the supervisor or the Permanent Secretary.
Salary: SS05 $8,092 - $15,001
For further enquiries of advertised vacancies
please contact the respective Post Processing
Managers of Ministries and Department.
However, should you require additional
information, do not hesitate to email
[email protected] or call salote Keteiwai on
331 4588 ext 238 of the Public Service Commission.
You can download GP 142 Form and the
Fiji Public Service Official Circulars
from our website: www.psc.gov.fj
CLOSING DATE: 14 days from 15th of November
2011/ the date of the Fiji Public
Service Official Circular.
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    
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 
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I 
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 aOr kYsy 
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    
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 
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 
      
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 
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a7I tk /
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p=6[n m\t=I, voryNgy  boKs[e2 m[en ky Ad<1[2n ky dOr[n cInI ai6k[ir8o\ ky s[5 nv[e]lyvU, bUa[ my\| November 13, 2010
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Ek 
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

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    
   
   

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y
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E{ vy hogI
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
 
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
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()
 

() 
() ()



() 
 


 

  

 (
) ( ) 
 




()
()


 
 
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 
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FIJI FOCUS
Mareqeti
na itovo
ni vanua o
Macuata
Era sa vakarau qarava na yaqona vakaturaga na turaga ni Caumatalevu ena soqo ni Macuata Day.
E
RA a soqoni vata
na lewe ni yasana o
Macuata ena macawa
sa oti ena dua na soqoni ni
vabulabulataki itovo kei na
ivalavala vakavanua.
A vulagi dokai kina o
Ratu Peni Sogia na iTaukei
kei Namara mai Naduri.
A vakabibitaka kina
o Ratu Peni ni valavala
vaka oya e dodonu me dau
vakayacori vei ira kece na
Turaga ni noda vanua.
“Na veidokai kei na
vakarokoroko e dodonu
me nodra tiki ni bula ni
lewenivanua kei Macuata
ena veigauna kece,” a kaya o
Ratu Peni.
E kuria o Ratu Peni
se dredre ni bula cava era
sotava, e dodonu me dokai
tiko ga nodra itutu na Turaga
ena kedra maliwa.
E kaya ni mana kei na
sau ni dua na delaniyavu
e koto ena nodra itavi na
lewenivanua ena kena rokovi
na itikotiko vakaturaga
e savu mai kina na lewa
vakaturaga kivei ira na
lewenivanua.
“Na sautu ni vanua o
Caumatalevu e koto ena
nodra dokai ka rokovi na
Turaga ni Mataqali, Turaga
ni Yavusa ka vakauasivi na
Tui ni Vanua,” a kaya o Ratu
Peni.
“Oqo na tikina bibi
ni bula vakaitaukei ka
na dau qai muria mai na
veivakalougatataki ki na
nodra bula na lewenivanua.”
E dua tale ga na ka bibi
e vakadewataka o Ratu Peni
na mareqeti kei na nodra dau
nanumi ka tokoni na marama
ni sai ira na noda ivukevuke
yaga ki na loma ni yasana.
Ke sega na ivukevuke
yaga e na sega ni taucoko na
veiliutaki kei na veiqaravi na
loma ni yasana o Macuata.
E tinia na nona itukutuku
na itaukei Namara ka kaya
mera dau vakavulici ira na
lewe ni yasana o Macuata
mera dau loma vinaka se
‘loma re ena veigauna kece’.
Oqo na ka ena
vakataudeitaka na qaravi ni
bula ena veisiga ka rawarawa
na qaravi ni itavi kevaka eda
lomavinaka tu ena veigauna
Sa veivakadreti tiko oqo o Ratu Peni Sogia ena dola ni soqo ni yasana o Macuata.
kece ga.
A mani vakaraitaka tale
ga na Turaga Tui Macuata
o Ratu Aisea Katonivere ni
tu na bolebole ki na vanua
vakaturaga o Caumatalevu
vei ira na Turaga ni vanua
ena nodra vakaqaqacotaka,
maroroi ka taqomaki na itovo
ni veidelaniyavu vakaturaga
e Macuata.
Oya ena kena laurai me
ra kila se raica na itabagone
ka vuli mai kina.
Nodra vakaitavi na
gonevuli ni yasana o
Macuata ena veisisivi vosa
ka vakamacalataki kina na
veisau e yaco ena itovo, na
isulusulu, na ivosavosa e dua
na veivakayadrati levu ena
loma ni yasana.
E dusia edua na dina ka
na sega ni rawa vei Macuata
me tabonaka.
E kaya o Ratu Aisea
ni ra sa na tovolea mera
vakabibitaki ena loma ni
vei-matabose ni tikina ena
veiyabaki sa tu mai liu.
E vakavinavinaka tale ga
na Tui Macuata na veitokoni
ni matanitu na ilavo ni
veivuke ni vuli me baleta na
vuli torocake.
Sa cau vakalevu o
Macuata ena vagalalataki
ni qele me baleta na
veivakatorocaketaki ni
matanitu ena Vualiku.
E kuria o Ratu Aisea
ni ituvatuva ni matanitu
na People’s Charter e
mai vakataucokotaka na
ituvatuva ni yasana ena
nodra vakatorocaketaki na
lewenivanua kei na toso ki
liu.
“E na vakuria tiko ga
o Macuata na sasaga me
rawata vakavinaka na nona
ituvatuva mera yacova na
ivakatagedegede ni bula
vinaka na lewe ni yasana,” a
kaya o Ratu Aisea.
“Vakakina na toroicake
ni kila-ka vakavuli, na nodra
qaravi vinaka na itabagone
me yaco mera lewenivanua
vinaka ka vakauasivi mera
dau ni veiliutaki ka vuavuai
vinaka ena vakatulewa,”
kaya o Ratu Aisea.
Na soqo ni yasana oqo e
vakaraitaki kina na taledi kei
na kila-ka ni cakacaka ni liga
era kilai tani kila na marama
ni Macauta.
Oya me vaka na tali kuta,
na tabukaisi ni Cikobia, na
ibe ni mali kei na veimataqali
cakacaka ni liga era sa
vakaiyau tu kina na marama
ni Macuata.
A kaya na Tui Macuata
ni soqo e vakayacori oqo
e tokoni kina na ituvatuva
ni Matanitu ena kena
vakaqaqacotaki na maroroi ni
noda itovo vakavanua.
Ka kuria na vukei ni
valenivolavola ni yasana
me baleta na ituvatuva ni
Tabacakacaka ni Veika
vakai-Taukei ena qaravi ni
itavi e vakanuinuitaki me
qarava na valenivolavola ni
yasana ena nodra qaravi na
E siga ni seresere kei na veilasamaki vakaveiwekani. Era sa vakananumi talega na lewenivanua ena nodra dokai na marama ena loma ni yasana o Caumatalevu.
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Tubu na
iwiliwili
ni vulagi
saravanua
SA vakaraitaka na Matanitu
ni sa tubu cake sara na
iwiliwili ni saravanua era
talevi Viti mai ena vula o
Jiulai ni yabaki oqo.
E tauri rawa ni ra talevi
Viti mai ena Jiulai e rauta ni
72, 067 na saravanua ka rauta
ni 7.1 na pasede na tubu, ni
vakatauvatani kei na 67, 236
- na iwiliwili ena gauna vata
oqo ni yabaki sa oti.
Sa mai voroki talega kina
edua na isausau levu ka kena
ibalebale ni oqo esa qai isevu
ni gauna me sivia na 70,000
na dausaravanua era talevi
Viti mai.
Tekivu mai na vula o
Janueri me yacova na Jiulai,
sa ciqoma rawa o Viti e rauta
ni 374,801 na saravanua me
vakatauvatani kei na 345,017
ni yabaki sa oti.
E kaya na Vu-ni-lawa
ka Minisita ni Saravanua o
Aiyaz Saiyed-Khaiyum ni
oqo na ivakaraitaki vinaka
ni noda cakacaka vata
vakagumatua na lewenivanua
ka yaga me tomani tiko ga.
E kuria ni sega wale ga
ni da veiqati tiko kei ira na
veivanua ni saravanua ena
Pasifika, eda veiqati tiko
kei na vuravura raraba. E
kaya o Khaiyum ni tubu sa
ivakaraitaki vinaka ni noda
rawa-ka na lewenivanua.
E vica na vanua
eda na sasaga kina ena
ivakatagedegede ni noda
veiqati, dua na kena dikevi
na rabailevu ni makete me
rawa ni da cakacakataka kina
na kena vakalesui mai na
veika eda volitaka.
Ena gauna oqo esa
vakayacora tiko na matanitu
me vakavinakataka
na gacagaca ni
veivakatorocaketaki eda
vakayagataka raraba na
lewenivanua.
E se koto ga na veika e
yaga meda vakavinakataka
me rawa ni galeleti mai kina
na noda vanua me vanua ni
gade uasivi duadua.
Oya me vaka na laveti
ni veiqaravi, na isau lavaki
ni gunu kei na kakana kei na
cakacaka e tokoni kina na
saravanua me vaka na taxi na
kena lavaki vakadodonu vei
ira na dausaravanua na isau
ni motoka.
Kevaka ena sa na yaco
me vakavinakataki na tikina
lalai oqo, sa na rawa ni yaco
o Viti me vanua kilai levu
ena saravanua.
E vuqa ga vei ira
nadausaravaua era talevi Viti
tiko mai oqo era gole mai
Ositerelia ka rauta ni 184,607
na kedra levu ka tubu cake
ena 8.4 na pasede.
O Niusiladi e 55,555 ka
rauta ni 9.7 na pasede ka
tubu talega na saravanua mai
Amerika ena 7 na pasede ka
rauta ni 33,608.
E lutu sobu vakalailai
o ira na saravanua mai
Bolatagane ena 1.1 na pasede
ka rauta ni 14,712, lutu ena
17.6 na pasede o Javani me
5,506 ka lutu talega ena 44.3
na pasede o Jaina me rauta ni
13,875 ga na saravanua era
gade mai ki Viti.
Qoroya na IMF na
tubu vakailavo
SA oti oqo e vica vata na yabaki
nona vakalewa ka vakadiloya
tiko mai na International
Monetary Fund (IMF) na tubu
vakailavo ni noda matanitu.
Ia, ena nodratou veisikovi
mai ki Viti mai ena dua na
gauna lekaleka sa oti, sa
veisautaka vakadua na nodratou
vakanananu ena veika eratou sa
mai raica. Oqo na kena sa laurai
ni sa tubu tiko na bula vakailavo
e Viti.
E raica rawa na IMF ni cau
sara tiko vakalevu ena tubu vakailavo e Viti na na Tabana
Saravanua ena noda vanua.
“Keitou mai raica ni kaukauwa sara na vakatubu ilavo e
Viti mai na saravanua ka vakakina na qaravi ni voli oqo na
suka,” a kaya na iliuliu ni IMF o Dr Koshy Mathai (taba e
cake). E kaya o Dr Mathai ni sa tubu na bula vakailavo ni
matanitu ena tolu na pasede. “Ena neitou gole mai ena Noveba 2010, e duatani na
iyaloyalo keitou raica, ia, ena yabaki oqo sa rawa ni keitou
raica ni sa daumaka sara tiko na bula vakailavo e Viti.
“Au kila ni sega ni vinakata o Viti me vukea tikoga na
tabana ni suka, ia, me dua na gauna sa rawa ni cicivakataki
koya kina na tabana oya.
“Sa daumaka tiko mai na bula vakailavo ka keitou nuitaka
ni na tomana tikoga o Viti na sasaga oqo,” a kaya o Dr
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Tubu na rawaka mai vei ira na vulagi
ESA vakaraitaka na iliuliu ni matanitu
o Komadoa Voreqe Bainimarama ni
sa tubu sara kina 631,000 na levu ni
saravanua era sikova mai na noda vanua.
E kaya ni saravanua e solia tiko e
rauta ni 34 na pasede ni Gross Domestic
Product (GDP) ka sa kaukauwa cake
tiko ga mai.
A vosa tiko nai iliuliu ni matanitu
ena dua na soqo ni vakasobu duru mai
na WorldMark Resort mai Denarau. “Na matanitu e kila na bibi ni
saravanua ena bula vakailavo ni
matanitu o Viti kei na kena sa rawa
tiko kina na bula vei ira e lewe levu na
lewenivanua.
Na tara ni otela oqo mai Denarau e
namaki me vakacavari ena 2013 ka 63
taucoko na rumu ena tara kina me ikuri
ni 138 na rumu sa tara oti.
Kaya o Bainimarama ni na sega ni
guce na Matanitu ena nona veitokoni ena
kena vakavinakataki cake tiko na bisinisi
ni saravanua e Viti.
E kuria ni $49 na milioni na isau
ni kena tara na otela ni saravanua oqo
ka vakaitavi kina na kabani na Pacific
Building Solutions.
Taukena na otela oqo na Wyndham
Vacation Resorts Asia Pacific.
Isolisoli
levu na
vakasama
Na iliuliu ni matanitu o Komadoa Voreqe Bainimarama ena soqo ni vakasobu duru
ena otela vou mai Nadi. E laurai ni sa toso cake sara na iwiliwili ni saravanua.
E gadreva na niusiveva oqo
ni Matanitu me tokaruataka
tale vei keda na bibi ni kena
vakayagataki
vinaka
na
isolisoli levu ni Kalou e tu vei
keda na tamata sa ikoya na
noda ‘vakasama’ se ‘mona’.
E gadrevi mera bolei
na vaqara cakacaka tiko ni
kua, ni kila kei na taledi e
iyaragi uasivi ka dodonu me
vakayagataki vakamatau me
veisautaka ka tara na bula me
uasivi cake.
Me kakua ni dau waraki
me soli mai na cakacaka ka
me vakabauti ni o rawa ni
vaqara ka kunea na nomu
cakacaka. Me da kakua
ni
lomalomaruataka
na
kaukauwa e tiko vei keda
baleta oqori e solia kece mai
vei keda na Kalou bula.
Na ‘mona’ se ‘vakasama’
e sega ni dua na ka e rawa ni
vakatautauvatataki kina, qai
soli wale tu vei keda me da
vakayagataka me rawati kina
na bula.
Ia, e levu vei keda e sega
ni vakayagataka vakavinaka
tiko na iyau levu oqo.
Me da lomadei ni da rawa
ni vaqara ka kunea e dua na
cakacaka.
Ena dua na vakadidike
mai na Stanford University
ena 1970, e kilai rawa kina
ni levu vei keda e se qai
vakayagataka rawaga e lima
na pasede ni nona vakasama.
Ia eda sa bolei kina e Viti ke
rawa ni eda tovolea me da
vakayagataka e 50 na pasede
ni noda mona se vakasama.
E kaya o Dr Myles Munro:
“O sucu vata mai kei na iyau
ni kilaka tawa vakaiyalayala,
sa kena gauna oqo mo ni
vakayagataka kina.”
Dolava o Bainimarama na World
Telecom Summit mai Geneva
E’A laki vakaitavi na iliuliu ni
noda matanitu o Komadoa Voreqe
Bainimarama ena kena dolavi na bose
levu ni vakau itukutuku e vuravura na
World Telecom Summit ka vakayacori
mai Geneva.
Era a veitokoni kina na vei-minisita
ni vakau itukutuku mai na veimatanitu
me vakataka na iliuliu ni matanitu mai
Gabon ka peresitedi o Ali Bongo, na
minisita ni vakau itukutuku mai Rusia,
minisita ni veikabula mai Siwitisiladi,
iliuliu ni Tabana ni vakau itukutuku mai
Katari kei na iliuliu ni tabana ni vakau
itukutuku ena talevoni lalai veikauyaki
vakakina na vunivola liu ni vakau
itukutuku ena vuravura.
Na soqo oqo era dau uqeti kina na
vei iliuliu ni veimatanitu mera tiko kina
baleta na bibi ni itukutuku kei na kena
vakadewataki e kauwai vakalevu kina o
ira era veiliutaki ena veimatanitu.
Ena nona vosa na iliuliu ni matanitu
Cmdr Voreqe Bainimarama e kaya kina
ni o Viti esa rawata na ivakatagedegede
vinaka ni veiqaravi ka rawa kina vei ira
kece na lewenivanua e Viti mera yacova
ka vakayagataka na veiqaravi ni sala ni
vakau itukutuku.
Kaya o Bainimarama ni matanitu
o Viti e vakabauta na itavi ni vakau
itukutuku e dua na gacagaca bula ni
veiqaravi ka ganita vakavinaka na
veisau e sa taurivaka tiko e Viti ni kua.
E kaya tale ga ni vuqa sara tiko
na bolebole e Viti me vaka ni sivia na
drau vakacaca na veiulunivanua era dui
veiciriyaki ka robota tu e rauta ni 1.3
na milioni na kilomita vakarivirivi ena
loma ni wasawasa na Pasifika.
Ena vuku ni tikina oqo esa sasaga
tiko o Viti me taurivaka na sala ni
veivosaki ena talevoni veikauyaki me
rawa ni ra vakaivotavota kece kina na
lewenivanua.
Na veidredre kece oqo e gadrevi me
vakasaqarai na kena iwali ena cakacaka
vata, veirogoci ka uasivi duadua na
veiliutaki vinaka ni gu vakapolitiki me
kauta mai na veisau.
E kaya o Bainimarama ni sa dolava
na veiqaravi na matanitu me kakua ni
vakatabakidua tiko ga ki na dua ga na
kabani, oya me rawa ni basika kina
na veiqati savasava ka sa tauyavutaki
talega edua na tabana me vakalawataka
na veiqaravi oqo.
Na tauyavutaki ni tabana oqo oya
me valuta na cakacaka vakailawaki,
vakailavotaki ni gacagaca vakalivaliva
ni vakauitukutuku ni matanitu kei na
vakalailaitaki ni vakacavacava lavaki ni
iyaya vakalivaliva e vakau mai valagi.
Na kena vakadonui me vakayagataki
na kakaburaki ena retio yaloyalo ka
vakayagataki kina na FM. Na tavo ni
Broadband Policy se na kena tosoi cake
na ivakatagedegede ni vakau itukutuku
oya me vukea ga na vakau itukutuku.
E veivakauqeti vei ira na veikabani
mai na veimatanitu mera veivuke vei
Viti me ra kauta mai na nodra kila
me ra mai raica tale ga na toso ni
veivakatorocaketaki kei na veika e sa
rawati ena cakacaka ni toso ki liu.
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Sagai me tarovi na veivaqumi
NA ‘corruption’ se na cakacaka
ni veivaqumi e vakamacalataki
ni ra “dau cakava na tu vei ira na
kaukauwa eso mera ciqoma se
solia kina na ilavo me isau ni kena
vakatotolotaki se vakarawarawataki
edua na ka e sagai tiko”.
E so era dau temaki ena
veivaqumi kevaka e lailai tiko na
kedra isau baleta ni levu na nodrai
colacola vakailavo.
Vakadinadinataka na tikina
oqo na komisina vakatawa ni Fiji
Independent Commission Against
Corruption o George Langman.
“E na neitou veiqaravi, keitou
sa dikeva rawa ni dua na vu levu ni
kena dau yaco na cakacaka butobuto
ni veivaqumi sa ikoya na lailai ni
isau edau vo ena gauna ni veisaumi
vei ira eso na tamata cakacaka,” a
kaya o Langman.
“Era sa dau temaki vakarawarawa
kina ena sala rawarawa eso ni rawa
ilavo.
“Ia, au sa vakasalataki kemuni
ni se uasivi tikoga na veisiga ca
ena vale ni cakacaka mai na veisiga
vinaka ena loma ni vale-ni-veivesu,”
a kaya o Langman.
Ia, eda vakavinavinaka ni sa
liutaka sara tu ga na Matabose ni
Tamata Cakacaka Vakamatanitu na
nodra sega ni vosoti na vakacalai ena
veivaqumi me vaka e vakaraitaka na
Vunivola Tudei o Pramesh Chand.
“Na veivaqumi edua na cala
keitou sega ni dau veivosoti kina
na Matabose ni Tamata Cakacaka
(PSC),” a kaya o Chand.
“Era dau vaqaqai vinaka na oka
kina ka tau na itotogi vua e cakava.
“Mai na 34 na ivakalesilesi
vakamatanitu era sa sake ena yabaki
oqo e 23 era oka ena cakacaka
butobuto oqo,” a kaya o Chand.
Sa kunei talega ena vakadidike
eso ni dua talega na sala e rawa ni
temaki kina edua ki na veivaqumi na
kena sega ni qaqaco vinaka na lawa
ni cakacaka.
E na dua tale na yasana e laki
rawa talega ni yaco na veivaqumi
kevaka esa rui levu na lawa e
vakaberaberataka na nona via
vakaduri bisinisi edua.
Ka sa dau bolea kina me solia na
O George Langman na komisina vakatawa ena FICAC.
ilavo me rawa ni vakatotolotaki kina
na nona sasaga.
Oqo e dau veitemaki talega vua
na ivakalesilesi e raica na ilavo qaqa
vakaoqo ni sa via soli tiko yani ki
vua.
E sa yaco oti eso na kisi vakaoqo
ena noda vanua ka ra tacori kina eso
na ivakalesilesi vakamatanitu.
E na nona vosa vei ira na lewe ni
soqosoqo ni dau ni fika se accountant
mai Denarau a kaya kina na iliuliu
ni Matanitu o Komadoa Voreqe
Veivukei na matanitu o
Jaina ena boko buka
ERATOU a ciqoma na
ivakalesilesi ni Matabose ni
Boko Buka e Viti ena kena
valenivolavola liu mai Walu
e Suva edua na ilakolako ni
veisiko mai na Tabana ni
Bokobuka mai na matanitu
o Jaina.
A liutaka mai na
ilakolako oqo o Major
General Chen Weiming
na iliuliu levu ni Boko
Buka mai kea ka muria
mai na veiyalayalati
erau a tabaka na tabana
e rua ena yabaki 2007. E
vakayacori vei Weiming na
voleni vakadauboko buka
ka kidavaki mai vua na
Vunivola Tudei ni Matabose
ni Koro Vakavavalagi,
Veivakatorocaketaki
ni veikoro Lelevu kei
na Veikabula o Taina
Tagicakibau.
E vakamacalataki vei
iratou na vulagi mai Jaina
na ivalavala ni veiqaravi
ni boko buka e Viti ka
vakakina na veiwekani ni
matanitu e rua ena kena
vakaqaqacotaki.
Na veiwekani oqo e
tauyavutaki ena yabaki 2007
ka qai mai tabaki tale edua
na veiyalayalati ena 2009 me
November 13, 2010
baleta na veivuke mai Jaina
ena loma ni tolu na yabaki.
Na Tabana ni Boko
Buka e Viti sa ciqoma
oti e tolu na veivuke ka
solia vakailoloma o Jaina
me baleta na gacagaca ni
veiqaravi oqo.
E okati kina e rua na lori
ni boko buka - edua e rawa
ni usana e 12,000 na lita wai
ka kena ikarua e usana rawa
e 5000 na lita.
E kaya o Tagicakibau na
nodrau veitalevi na tabana
e rua ena loma ni gauna ni
veiyalayalati oqo ena okati
kina na nodra vakarautaki
vakavuli na veiliutaki ena
veitabana ni boko buka
vakakina na veivuke ni
gacagaca ni veiqaravi.
Edua talega na tikina e
vakabibitaki oya na veisoli
vakasama kei na itukutuku
ni veiqaravi ena tabana ni
boko buka.
E vakavinavinakataka
o Mr Weiming na nona
vakaqaqacotaka na
veiwekani oqo na Matabose
ni Koro Vakavavalagi e
Viti ka kaya oqo sa dua na
ikalawa vinaka ni veiwekani
erau sa mai bukia na
matanitu e rua.
Bainimarama ni dua na itavi bibi e
tiko vei ira ka rawa ni ra tarova sara
ga na veivaqumi.
“Sa levu na leqa ni vei tabana kei
na kabani e sega ni vakayacori kina
e dua na ka ni vakamatabokotaki
koya o dau ni fika mai na veika e
dodonu me yadrava tiko ka so na
gauna sa laki vakabuwawataka nona
cakacaka na ilavo e vaqumi kina,” a
kaya o Bainimarama.
“E da sa vakavinavinaka ni sa
cavuikalawa o Viti me duavata kei
ira na veimatanitu eso ena kena
valuti na veivaqumi.
“Sa mai tauyavutaki talega
na Fiji Independent Commission
Against Corruption (FICAC) ena ika
4 ni Evereli 2007 ka vakalawataki
ena FICAC Promulgation No.11 ni
2007.”
Kaya o Bainimarama ena nona
tavoca na website ni FICAC ni sa
dodonu me da valuta na cakacaka
butobuto ni veivaqumi.
E na 2010 esa 43 kece na kisi ni
veivaqumi e qarava kina na FICAC,
ka 23 era sa veilewataki.
Ia, ena yabaki oqo 2011 sa
yacova sara yani na 50 na levu ni
tamata era sa veilewaitaki ena vuku
ni veivaqumi ka ra sa totogitaki e 31
ka vakagalalataki e walu.
Sa na dau vakananumi tiko e
veiyabaki na ika 9 ni siga ni Tiseba
me siga ni kena tarovi na veivaqumi
se World Corruption Day me vaka
e veitokoni kina na Matabose kei
Vuravura.
Vuli mai na keba na
ivakalesilesi ni veikau
ERATOU sa mai tauri ivola ena
macawa sa oti e 12 na ivakalesilesi ni
Tabacakacaka ni Veikau ni oti nodra
laki vakavulici mai na Mataivalu ni Viti.
Oqo o ira era dau veiqaravi ena
taudaku ni veikoro vakavalagi ka ra dau
yadrava na veikau se Forest Guards.
E vakayacori rawa na vuli oqo ni
oti na kena sainitaki ena macawa sa oti
edua na veidinadinati se Memorandum
of Understanding (MOU) mai vei rau na
tabana e rua.
A vakaraitaka kina o Samuela
Lagataki (taba ena imatau) na Deputy
Conservator ni Tabacakacaka ni Veikau
ni naki ni vuli oqo me vakavulica na
cakacaka vata, vakalevutaka na kila ka,
vakavulica na veiliutaki vinaka kei na
kena vakatotolotaki na veiqaravi.
“Na vuli oqo ena vukea talega na
veitaratara, vukea na taleitaki ni vanua
ni cakacaka, uqeta na yalo ni veiqaravi,
toso vata na ivakarau ni veiqaravi, ka
vakalevutaka na rawaka,” a kaya o
Lagataki.
“Na neitou cakacaka vata oqo kei
na mataivalu ena solia na yalo dina ni
qaravi itavi, vinaka cake kina na ituvaki
ni yago, baleta ni levu na itavi duidui
era na laki qarava tiko ena taudaku ni
koro lelevu,” a kuria o Lagataki.
Kaya o Samuela Nalewabau e dua
na lewe ni vuli ni ratou vakila ni sa toso
cake na taleitaki ni bula vakaivakarau,
ka vinaka cake na ituvaki ni yago ka
vakauqeta na kena rawati e levu na itavi.
Vakabibitaka o Lagataki ni noda
Veikau esa dodonu me da na qarava
sara vakayalomatua.
“E rauta ni dua na milioni na ekatea
ni veikau e bula tu ena noda vanua,
oqo e okati kina na 100,000 na ekatea
na paini kei na mahogany,” a kaya o
Lagataki.
“Sa dua na itavi levu e qarava tiko
na noda veikau sa ikoya na kena soli
tiko na bula ki na vanua kei na tamata,”
a kaya o Lagataki.
“E dodonu me da kila ni noda
veikau e solia na wai ni gunu, kakana,
cagi bulabula, tarova na sisi ni qele,
vuata, ika ni uciwai kei na veika vinaka
kece era veisemati kei na kau ni vale
vaka kina na buka ni vakasaqa.
“Sa nodra itavi na vakailesilesi
era sa tauri ivola oqo mera laki
raica vakayalomatua na taqomaki
ni noda veikau e Viti baleta ke
vakasabusabutaki, ena laki lutu kina na
ivakatagedegede ni veika eda rawata
mai kina.”
E dikevi ka laurai ni veivuke na
noda veikau ena noda rawata na takete
ka kilai me Millennium Development
Goal kei na yavu naba 5, 8 kei na 1 kei
na 7 ena Yavutu ni Veisau kei na Toso
ki Liu se People’s Charter.
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Rawata o
Viti e $86
na milioni
mai Korea
SA levu cake tiko na
vakatubuilavo era sa cakava
tiko e Viti na kai Korea ka sa
rauta na $86 na milioni era sa
sovaraka mai ena nodra mai
vakaduri bisinisi.
Oqori na veika e tukuna
na Chief Executive Officer
(CEO) ni Investment Fiji o
Ravuni Uluilakeba.
A vakaraitaka na veika
oqo o Ravuni ena soqo ni FijiKorea Business Forum and
Catalogue Exhibition.
E kaya kina o Ravuni ni
sa ciqomi e 109 na kerekere
ni caka bisinisi mai Korea,
ka sa vakadonui rawa e 46
na bisinisi ka rawa ni rawata
mai e $85.996 na milioni ki na
matanitu o Viti.
E kuria ni levu tiko na
vanua se na mataqali bisinisi
era rawa ni vakaduri e Viti
me ra tadolova yani o ira na
kena dau mai Korea.
“Na website ni Investment
Fiji esa vakadewataki talega
ena vosa vaka Mandarin se
Jaina, Korea kei na vosa vaka
Japani,” a kaya o Ravuni.
“Sa solia tiko na tabana
oqo na draki ni caka bisinisi
vinaka duadua vei ira era
via mai vakatubu ilavo e
Viti ena duty concessions, na
ivakacavacava kei na tax free
zones kei na corporate tax
lailai duadua e 28 na pasede.
“O ira na dau
vakatubuilavo mai vanuatani
era na curuma yani e vitu na
tabana ni matanitu ni bera
ni qai vakadonui nodra caka
bisinisi eke.”
E so na yalava ni
bisinisi e rawa ni mai
duri e Viti mai vei ira na
kena dau mai vavalagi ka
oka kina na Tabana ni
Tukutuku, Vakauitukutuku,
Monalivaliva (ICT), kakana
tei, susu manumanu, buli
yaya, saravanua, qoliqoli,
veikau, bio-fuel kei na keli
vatu talei.
Kaya o Ravuni ni raica na
tabana ni saravanua ni dina
ga ni levu tikoga na saravanua
era lako mai Ositerelia,
Niusiladi, kei Amerika.
O Jaina talega kei Idia sa
vakatekivu tiko me tubu cake
tiko vakamalua na iwiliwili ni
kena saravanua era yaco tiko
mai ki Viti.
Sagai me
tarovi na
veivaqumi
TABANA E 23
24
Sereki o Narocake
Na iliuliu ni matanitu - Komadoa Voreqe Bainimarama ena lomanikoro o Narocake mai Noco, Rewa.
Ciqoma o Bainimarama na matanigasau ni vanua
“NA nodra yalo kocokoco eso era
via vakayaco lomadra, keimami sa
mai vakayagataki kina na tamata
vakaloloma me ivakayaco ni
lomadra,” oqo na veika sa cabo vua
na iliuliu ni matanitu.
Sa mai sereki na ivesu ni yalodra
na turaga, marama, cauravou kei
na goneyalewa ni koro o Narocake
mai Noco ena yasana o Rewa ena
siga Vakarauwai na i ka 5 ni siga ni
Noveba.
Era vakacabora e dua na
kamunaga na lewenivanua o
Narocake me Matanigasau ki vua
na iliuliu ni matanitu o Komadoa
Josaia Voreqe Bainimarama ka
ra vakadinadinataka talega na
vakailesilesi vakamatanitu ena
siga oya. Na matanigasau oya me
baleta na nodratou saqata voli mai
na mataivalu kei na Matanitu sa
veiliutaki tiko edaidai ka tekivu mai
na 2006.
A tubera na kamunaga ena
vukudra na Tui Vadra kei ira na
lewenivanua o Narocake o Tevita
Bainiloga ka vakaqo ne: “Keitou
a tiko mai Palimedi ena gauna a
tadravi Viti kina na draki butobuto
ni bula ka keitou bai laki tini talega
i Laqere.”
“Na nodra yalo kocokoco eso
era via vakayaco lomadra, era
vakayagataki keimami na tamata
vakaloloma me ivakayaco ni
lomadra.”
“Sa rui levu na neimami dau
vosamuritaki kemuni. Keimami sa
qai raica tu ni kua na dina.
“Na kena vinaka kei na savasava
ni nomuni veiliutaki, keitou sa
nanuma kina me sa mai vakaliliga
e matamuni na kamunaga oqo, sa
neimami matanigasau.
“Oqo
saka
na
neitou
matanigasau, na neitou ibulubulu
ka neitou isoro ena levu ni ka keitou
vakacalakataka me baleti kemuni.
“Na vosa muri, na kakase, na
veivakacacani qo saka na kena
matanigasau.”
Ena nona ciqoma na kamunaga
na iliuliu ni matanitu ka Komada
talega ni Mataivalu o Komadoa
Voreqe Bainimarama, a kaya: “Au
ciqoma saka tiko na kamunaga,
nodra kamunaga na Tui Vadra,
Mareqeti
na itovo
ni vanua
o Macuata
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kamunaga saka ni yavusa, na
isere ni yalo, kamunaga saka ni
veivakaduavataki.”
“Era sa rogoca saka tiko
na
vakailesilesi
vakamatanitu,
au mai ciqoma saka tiko ena
vakavinavinaka. Sa vakavinavinaka
saka vakalevu na kena mai cabo
saka na kamunaga kei na kena yalo.
“Sa qara saka ilagi nomudou
kamunaga na gone turaga me soli na
veivakalougatataki. Kalougata saka
na vanua, na isolisoli, qaqa saka tiko
nomuni Matanitu, noda iyau saka tu
na veilomani.”
A mani dua saka talega na nodra
vosa ni vakadre na iliuliu ni matanitu
ni oti na veisorosorovi vakavanua.
Ni oti na kena vakacabora
na matanigasau sa qai tauca tale
e dua nona vosa lekaleka na o
Bainimarama ka tataunaka e vica na
veika bibi vei ira na lewenivanua.
“Au via vakaraitaka saka vei
kemudou na turaga ni Tebara se bera
saka ni caka nomudou matanigasau,
dou sa vosoti oti saka tu.”
“Oqo baleta ni sa matata saka
tiko na veiyalayalati e mai caka ena
yabaki 2000.
“Ni levu saka na lecaika,
eda sa mai vakayagataki saka na
lewenivanua ena yabaki 2000.
“Keitou sa kila vinaka saka
tiko na mataivalu na veika sa mai
yaco me yacova mai na gauna oqo
kei na kena saqata saka tiko mai na
matanitu sa cici saka tiko oqo.
“Keitou sega saka talega ni
kalawaca na na lotu se vosabecitaki
ira na turaga ni vanua.
“Na kena veibasai taucoko
e sagai me caka. Me maroroi na
lotu ena noda vanua, maroroi noda
itikotiko vakaturaga, kau laivi na
politiki duka me rawa ni caka kina
na veivakatorocaketaki.
“Na veivakaduiduitaki vakamata
tamata a kau mai ena yabaki 2000 e
sega ni kauta mai na sautu. Ni sa kau
laivi ga na veivakadudiduitaki mata
tamata, ena basika kina na sautu ena
noda vanua.”
Sa
vakanuinui
kina
o
Bainimarama ni na basika ka laurai
na veisau lelevu sa tekivu me yaco
ena noda vanua ka me kauta mai na
sautu vei ira na lewenivanua.
Tubu na
iwiliwili ni
saravanua
TABANA E 22
November 13, 2010

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