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PLANS to develop Fiji’srst helpline to address domesticviolence cases, is in progress.
The Minister for Women,Children and Poverty Alleviation,Rosy Akbar highlighted themeasures taken by her Ministry todevelop a helpline for the women ofFiji. “The Ministry has advertisedthe Expression of Interest in oneof the local dailies to look for anagency that will assist with theestablishment of the DomesticViolence Helpline. A 24-hour toll-Free Help-Line will provide asupport system for women victims
and survivors of domestic violenceand sexual assault. It will also bea referral mechanism for service providers to reach out and assist thewomen victims of domestic violenceand sexual assault. “The Ministry is working withrelevant agencies to develop theDomestic Violence Helpline, whichwill be a rst of its kind service to be offered to the women of Fiji. Lastyear, the Ministry had also signeda Memorandum of Understandingwith the Fiji Police Force tostrengthen collaboration towardseliminating domestic violence toensure that there is a greater urgencyin responding to domestic violencecases.
“There are laws in place, theDomestic Violence Decree, CrimesDecree, Employment RelationsPromulgation, Family Law Act,Child Welfare Decree, Sentencingand Penalties Decree and CriminalProcedure Decree,” Minister Akbar
explained.
Minister Akbar has also urgedcommunities to report cases ofdomestic violence to the police. “Violence is a hindrance todevelopment; so take action today, break the culture of silence byreporting violence, you and I have
reaching out for assistance. Now
that you have the 24 hour ChildHelpline, you can use it to seekadvice and counselling, you arenever alone when you are near a phone, remember the child helplinenumber “1325,” Minister Akbarsaid..
the power to save a life, do the right
thing, be responsible, report thecases, there is never any excuse forviolence. “Advise to the children, to please seek help when in need,talk to your parents and teachers,there are platforms available when
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Permanent Secretary Prime Minister’s Ofce Mr Yogesh Karan (right) recieves the solar panels from Ajay
Raniga (left) director Sunergise International Ltd. About 750 TC Winston affected households will be assisted
with the solar lights. Photo: Supplied
The management & staff of
City Star wishes all mothers
a Happy Mothers Day
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NEWLY inducted student leaders of a prominent Lautoka secondary institute were provided professional leadership trainingrecently. Prefects of Tilak High School were the rst batch of student leaders to undergo training byEmpower Pacic counsellors. More than 50 school prefects were part ofthe training programme conducted on April 16at the school premises. According to Empower Pacic chief
skills training and this was the second trainingconducted.” Mr Morgam added that EmpowerPacic seeks to enhance the full potential ofcommunities by working in partnership withgovernment and other community agencies toensure a holistic model of professional socialservices. “We offer a variety of programs aimedat enhancing the health and wellbeing of ourclients as well as facilitating opportunitiesfor learning income generation and personalgrowth.
executive ofcer Patrick Morgam the aim ofthe training was for the leaders to know whateffective leadership is, learn about the qualitiesof a good leader, nding the balance betweentheir roles and self-care. “We basically provided training onwhat leadership is and how they can workcollectively as a group to achieve school goals. “Leadership styles and Communicationstyles and skills were discussed during thesession. “To date Tilak High School has been theonly school to have requested the leadership
“We are widely recognised by Governmentand other sectors for the quality of our programs and for our dedication to working inareas of high need, with professionalism andresponsiveness.
“We work holistically with clients toaddress their psychological, physical, family,social and nancial needs to support people tomove towards reaching their potential in life,”he informed.
Student leaders and teachers of Tilak High School with Empower Pacic ofcials after their training program: Photo: Sanjay Goundar
Professional training for School Leaders
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Over 50 students of the Australia-Pacic
Technical College (APTC) were awarded with
qualications in 15 programs in Nadi on 22
April 2016.
APTC is an innovative development
project funded by the Australian Government,
delivering
Australian-standard skills andqualications for a wide range of vocational
careers for skilled workers across the Pacic.
Since APTC’s establishment, the college
has graduated more than 2840 Fiji citizens
with Australian-standard qualications.
Culinary Ambassador for Fiji Airways and the
Ministry of Industry, Trade and Tourism “Fiji
Grown” campaign, Mr Lance Seeto delivered
the keynote address.
Speaking at the ceremony, Mr Seeto said
that it is an exciting time for Fiji’s development
as a nation.
“We are undergoing an extraordinary
renaissance of bridging the traditional with
the modern. We see it in our food, agriculture,
fashion, trade and tourism. But we need a
highly skilled workforce to achieve and deliver
world class goods and services to a global
market.”
“Gone are the days when mediocracy and
Fiji time was the accepted standard. We need
workers who will go above and beyond to
challenge the status quo. This is where APTC
programs play a critical role in giving Fijians
internationally recognised qualications and
exposure to overseas knowledge,” he added.
Five students graduated with a Commercial
Cookery qualication. APTC cookery students
in Fiji are trained to prepare dishes using
locally grown produce at the Pacic Fusion
Restaurant.
Earlier this month, the Pacic Fusion
Talei Apparel, Jacks Garments and Nagsun
Apparel. The skills gained from the training is
anticipated to boost the local fashion industry
and encourage more locally-made garments.
These employers supported their employees to
attend training two days per week. The training
space for the students was provided by Danam
(Fiji) Ltd and Motiram.
The APTC Fiji campus has also been
actively assisting with relief efforts in Fiji, after
Tropical Cyclone Winston. Staff and students
MAJOR repairs and upgrading works has
been taken by Ba Provincial Holding Company
Limited at the Ba Provincial Freebird Institute
from last month.
Works undertaken by the Ba Provincial
Holding Company Limited Technical and
Works department will end this month on the
13 classrooms including the refurbishment and
upgrading of the Institute’s Dining Hall.
Floor tiling, roof works, ceiling, electrical,
guttering and extension works at a budget of$92’704.00.
As part of the Management team of the Ba
Provincial Freebird Institute, Ba Provincial
Holding Company Limited, is planning for
building a tness center to advance sporting
activities in the school and also a new library
for the Institute.
Ba Provincial Freebird Institute is currently
Restaurant hosted its rst dinner service for
the year. The four-course meals were prepared
and served to guests by APTC’s cookery and
hospitality students.
Also present at the graduation ceremony
was the First Secretary of the Australian High
Commission in Fiji, Mr Simon Starr who
delivered the closing address.
The graduating class included 16 Fashion
program graduates who are employees of
Danam (Fiji) Ltd, Treekams, Motiram,
travelled to remote villages and settlements
in Naitasiri and Tailevu to help clean up and
provide relief supplies. APTC carpentry
students, led by national trainer Mr Sajendra
Bali, helped repair and rebuild houses. A water
tank donated by R.C. Manubhai was also
installed at Dranu village in Tailevu.
In addition to its campus in Fiji, APTC
has campuses in Papua New Guinea, Samoa,
Solomon Islands and Vanuatu.
the defending champions of the Secondary
Schools Rugby League Championship and Ba
Provincial Holding Company Limited helps
to nurture talents to represent our nation in
coming years.
Ba Provincial Holding Company Limited
as the management team has also held talks
with Ministry of Education in introducing of
more vocational programme in Electrical,
Culinary, Joinery and Sports Academy.
Renovations work will also be undertakenat the NamakaFreebird Institute once the
NamakaFreebird management nalises the
administrative details.
Currently is the company is building on
resources, skilled human capital and aligning
policies to attract major tender projects and
foreign investment partners.
The 50 graduates from the Australian Pacic Technical College
Ba Provincial Council Chief Executive Ofcer Isimeli Bose inspecting the upgrading work at
the Ba Provincial Freebird Institute. Photos: Supplied
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FIJI like other Pacic Island countries
is heavily dependent on imported goods
and materials from industrial nations and
considering the small size, environmental
issues, land rights and isloated location, sound
waste management and disposal is becoming
a signicant CHALLENGE !!!. Increasing
waste generation amounts if not managed
properly will result in negative impacts on our
services, garbage collection, maintenance of
disposal site etc.
Lautoka City Council after implementation
and evaluation of “Separate Collection of
Recycables” in Veitari Ward decided to extend
the RECYCLING INITIATIVE to all residents
and visitors .
In light of above issues, council has
constructed a “COMMUNAL RECYCLING
fragile environment, tourism, trade, economy,
living conditions, food supplies, public health,
water and air quality, climate change, severely
constraint existing limited resources etc
The key facts remains that 48.1 tons of
waste per day is generated in Lautoka City
which tantamount to about 0.830kg per person/
day. Council spends about 20% (more than
$1.06 million) of its annual budget on cleansing
CENTRE” at IYC Park located along
Thompson Crescent so all the citizens of
Lautoka get opportunity to practice recycling.
The council therefore request cooperation of all
citizens of Lautoka City to practice recycling
by discharging the recyclable materials at the
centre.
Just follow the simple procedures and bring
all Recycables to the RECYCLING CENTRE!
Handover Recyclables at IYC ChildrensPark
The different waste items accepted at the LCC Recycle Centre at the Punjas Children’s Park Lautoka City Council’s Recycling Centre at the Punjas Children’s Park. Photos: Supplied
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Dog Trapping Exercise
THE Lautoka City Council has noted
with concern that there are increasing number
of non-conforming and illegal development
taking place within the city residential areas.
Ratepayers that advised to ensure that
all the developments are in compliance with
council’s requirement and building permits
TILAK High organized the launching of
3R Billboard and induction of Environmental
Monitors on Wednesday, March 23, 2016.
The program was ofciated by Council’s
Director Health Services.
Lautoka City Council is very thankful that
Tilak High School is actively participating in
Clean Schools Program. The students were
informed in the importance of maintaining a
clean environment for our future generation.
Mr. Rao also informed the importance
of their roles and spread the gospel on to
clean environment to their neighboursand the
community.
The council is very much proud to say
the 3R program will be successful if all the
stakeholders play their part and support us.
The council thought rst to strengthen the
clean school programme as this would create
an informed environmental society in the years
to come as students are seen to be agents of
Furthermore, ratepayers are requested to
refrain from carrying out industrial operations
namely mechanical, panel beating with spray
painting of motor vehicles, black smith and
other such operations from residential premises.
Such developments are prohibited from the
residential premises as it has detrimental
are obtained prior to the construction. Illegal
building developments which does not
conform to the yard clearance requirement
under the Town Planning Scheme General
Provisions contributes to the ventilation and
lighting problems together with the privacy of
the adjoining neighbours.
change.
We are banking on all the students forthe
same.
Mr. Rao said that environmental monitors
play an important role and being chosen as the
leaders comes with a big responsibility. The
leaders must work with fellow students in
an effective and professional manner for the
betterment of the environment and as success
will not be easy but to encourage others tojoin
and support at all times.
The billboards have been designed so as
to give clear messages to all and remind the
students of acting wisely for the betterment of
the environment.
The Chief Executive Ofcer of Lautoka
City Council Jone Nakauvadra also echoed
similar sentiments and congratulated the
students for being chosen as the prefects and
led the students. Leaders have to play their
roles and look after the fellow students.
effect on the normal enjoyment of peace and
amenities of surrounding inhabitants.
The Council will not hesitate in issuing
notices for not abiding to the laws and
regulations pertaining to to illegal and non-
conforming developments and take legal
action for non-compliance.
Launch of 3R Billboard at Tilak
Non-Conforming and Illegal Developments
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EDITORIAL -Zika Virus: Symptoms, Diagnosis, & Treatment
IF you have been having fever,vomitting,rash, joint pain or conjunctivitis (redeyes) then you are in danger of being infected by Zika virus. The Centres for Disease,Control andPrevention says most people infected with Zikavirus won’t even know they have the disease because they won’t have symptoms. Theincubation period (the time from exposure tosymptoms) for Zika virus disease is not known, but is likely to be a few days to a week. The illness is usually mild with symptoms
lasting for several days to a week after being bitten by an infected mosquito. The Centers for Disease Control andPrevention (CDC) in early April added Fijito its list of countries and territories where theZika virus is actively spreading. The archipelago joins 40 other locations,including recent additions such as Kosrae (inMicronesia), Dominica and Cuba. “We are fortunate that there is no outbreakof Zika virus in Fiji,” said Jone Usamate,Fiji’s honorary minister for health andmedical services. “We continue to intensify
surveillance activities for testing suspectedcases, considering that Fiji is a hub for tradeand travel in the region.” People usually don’t get sick enough to goto the hospital, and they very rarely die of Zika.For this reason, many people might not realizethey have been infected. Zika virus usually remains in the blood ofan infected person for about a week but it can be found longer in some people. Once a person has been infected, he or sheis likely to be protected from future infections.Diagnosis:
The symptoms of Zika are similar to thoseof dengue and chikungunya, diseases spread
through the same mosquitoes that transmitZika. There is no vaccine to prevent or medicineto treat Zika virus. Treat the symptoms by getting plenty ofrest.Drink uids to prevent dehydration. Take medicine such as acetaminophen(Tylenol®) or paracetamol to reduce fever and pain.
Maika KasamiEditor
Zareena Bi
MOTHER nature is known to be cruel
at times and the people of Fiji have certainly
received a nasty blow from cyclone Winston in
February.
Thousands of families have been affected
and of utmost concern is the extent of damage
to infrastructure and homes which has never
been seen during the natural disasters that have
been experienced over the years.
The main concern after the disaster for
affected families is to ensure that the basic need
of shelter is fullled and for parents who have
very young children it is more of a concern as
protection is essential for their children against
disease outbreaks.
One such family who have lost their home
during the disaster is the Naidu family of
Velovelo tramline road who are now struggling
to re-build their home for their two young
children, three year old Krishant and two year
old Krishav.
Their plight was highlighted on social
media and Soroptimist International Lautoka
club members visited the family to access their
situation and provide assistance.
Since, the family had completely lost their
home the club decided to assist with building
material through funds that had been donated
by a well wisher of the club Reshma Singh
of Australia. SI Lautoka has provided 150
building blocks and roong iron to the family
this month.
It has taken a while to secure the building
material since there has been a shortage of
materials after the cyclone.
According to Mrs Naidu the family is
thankful to the club for their vital assistance as
their family has faced a lot of difculties after
the disastrous effect of the cyclone.
“My elder son got really sick and was
diagnosed with dengue fever since we only
have a basic shelter of a tent at the moment
which has been provided by the government.
“There is a lot of health issues after the
cyclone and it is a struggle to ensure that our
children’s health is protected.”
Meanwhile, SI Lautoka President Ranjini
Sanjay informed that the club decided to assist
this family since they are in great need and
also since they are in Lautoka it is easy to visit
on a regular basis and keep updated on their
progress.
She also mentioned that it is not possible
to assist everyone who has been affected so the
goal of the club is to rehabilitate at least one
needy family for now.
Home for Naidu family
SI Lautoka members donating concrete blocks and corrugated iron to Kali Naidu family of
Velovelo Lautoka
SI Lautoka President Ranjini Sanjay donating food items to the Naidu family.
Photos: Sanjay Goundar
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THE month of April has once again givenHindu devotees across the world an opportunityto celebrate the ideals of Lord Rama duringeight days of Ram Naumi observance whichculminated on Friday 15. In Fiji the catastrophic effect of cycloneWinston and the subsequent oods did notdampen the spirit of the devotees who gatheredtogether in their Mandalis and at temples tolisten to the recitations from the holy Ramayan. Also, in some places electricity has not been restored after the cyclone and even whereelectricity has been restored followers had todeal with constant power cuts which resulted
dispassionate in thought, word and deed.A true devotee of Lord Rama is His
representative, with His power and Hisknowledge. In keeping with the tradition of Ram Naumicelebrations devotees decorated their prayervenues, prepared garlands for the deities, prepared savories and food for the eight daysand sang kirtans in reverence of the Lord. These activities together with the wholehearted donations and offerings transformedthe prayer venues and brought people closertogether in harmony with each other and theLord. According to the scriptures Lord Ramawas the best of men with a sterling character
in people being proactive in keeping standbygenerators. Lord Rama is the main protagonist of theRamayanwhich actually outlines the history before his birth, the reason for his birth andhis admirable deals despite facing difcultsituations in life. There are a lot of lessons to be learntfrom the Ramayan and each chapter takes ona deeper meaning when recited on subsequentoccasions. The beauty about the Holy Scriptures isthat its teachings have relevance even today.It has been said that one who approaches LordRama with love and worshipfulness becomeslarge-hearted, pure in spirit, good-natured and
and he was the very image of love. He was anideal son, an ideal brother, an ideal husband,an ideal friend and an ideal king and he can betaken to embody all the highest ideals of man. His glory can be best summed up inthe devotional song which his devoteessing, jisbhajan me Ram kanaamna ho us bhajankogaananachahiye, meaning it is bestnot to sing a devotional song if there is nomention of the Lord’s name in it.
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Devotion for Lord Rama
Devotees in Velovelo Lautoka celebrating Lord Rama’s birth on the nal day of the Ram
Naumi festival
The nal rituals of the Ram Naumi festival culminating with Hawan conducted by the Hindu
priest in Velovelo, Lautoka.
Photos: Zareena Bi.
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A Lautoka based Primary school teacherwas a key highlight of the recent Universityof the South Pacic’s graduation ceremonyafter scooping a gold medal for being the mostoutstanding Bachelor of Education (Primary)student. AradhnaPritika Sharma who is currentlyteaching at Lautoka Andhra Sangam primary
and completed her degree through theUniversity of the South Pacic LautokaCampus received her awards during USP’sgraduation ceremony in Suva on March 21. “I thank the Lord Almighty, for givingme strength and wisdom, my family for theirsupport and guidance throughout my studyand the staff and students of Lautoka AndhraSangam and Lautoka Primary School whoassisted me in units that required practicum,observations and presentations to be made. “The moral teaching of my parent to workhard, conquer and achieve my dreams gaveme the boost to break through the barriers ofdifculties that came my way.” Sharma informed that studying throughextension while teaching has its own difculties
FRIENDS and business associates of Fijicontinue to send in relief and support items forthose severely affected by Tropical CycloneWinston which wreaked havoc in most parts ofthe country almost six-weeks-ago. In another gesture of support late last month,Singapore based Malaysia Dairy IndustriesPTE Limited (MDI) has handed over 405
cartons of Marigold fruit drinks to the NationalDisaster Management Ofce (NDMO) throughits local distributors Motibhai Group. MDI head of exports Freddy Tan said thecompany is happy to assist its Fijian friendsin whatever small way they can during suchtrying times when people affected are tryinghard to get their lives back to normal. “I have been told that Fiji is in top gearas far as rebuilding and getting life back tonormality is concerned and we are happy tohelp in a small way from our end,” Mr Tansaid. He said the people of Singapore have theirFijian friends in their thoughts and prayers
and a lot of sacrice and planning is needed forthis kind of achievement “Working and studying at the same time isnot easy especially if you are in the teaching profession as currently teaching is verychallenging and demanding.
“Studying through the Distance FlexibleLearning mode was challenging as most ofthe time you are on your own with the coursematerials provided. However, with the support
of the friendly and hardworking lecturers andstaff at USP Lautoka Campus together with theadvance IT students support facilities at USP,learning was greatly enriching, enhancing andenjoyable. “Disturbance from your familycommitment, social life and peers will dragaway from your studies but sacrice, proper planning and time management are the mainkeys in excelling as a DFL student at tertiarylevel.” Meanwhile, this high achiever’s adviseto other students is to work hard withdetermination and commitment to pursue theirdreams and to make the best use of facilities,resources and opportunities available aroundthem.
wishing everyone affected a quick recoveryfrom the devastating effects of TC Winston,ofcially rated as the world’s second mostsevere cyclone to date. While handing over the drinks to NDMOofcials on behalf of MDI, Motibhai Groupmarketing manager Abraham Gomes said thedonation will be directed towards schools
which were severely affected by TC Winston.Taking delivery of the items, Ministry of Ruraland Maritime Development and NationalDisaster Management Deputy SecretaryLoataVakacegu said Fiji on its own will not bein a position to handle the disaster created byTC Winston and timely help from donors andwell-wishers will go a long way in rebuildingthe country. “The Fijian Government is very thankfulto each and every donor and overseas supplierswho have and are still contributing towardsour relief and rebuilding efforts,” MsVakacegusaid.
Lautoka Teacher bags Gold MedalWinston help from Singapore
Deputy Secretary for National Disaster Management MsLoataVakacegu, third from right, takesdelivery of the donated Marigold Fruit Drinks from Motibhai Group marketing and businessdevelopment manager Abraham Gomes, centre, and other staff members of Motibhai Group.
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[L-R] Assistant FAO Representative to Fiji, Ms Joann Young and Mr Tunabuna
IN an effort to boost the poultry industry
in the country, the Ministry of Agriculture inconjunction with the Food and AgricultureOrganisation of the United Nations, is assistingareas that were badly affected by CycloneWinston. Director Animal Health and Production,TomasiTunabuna said that the CycloneWinston relief program is a short-term program, focussed on bringing relief to thosewhose lives were affected during the cyclone.Government is fully aware of the hardship that people are facing following the devastatingeffect of cyclone Winston and the recent ood. “We are working with all Fijians increating more awareness on the importance offood security to affected neighbouring islandsespecially the coastal Northern and Eastern
AFTER selling-out Stage 1 in less than
4 months, the second residential stage of the
new Denarau Island development, Denarau
Waters, is now selling.
Stage 2 comprises 41 spacious waterfront
lots and is expected to sell quickly.
Nestled alongside the established
infrastructure of Denarau and surrounded
almost entirely by water, Denarau Island is
a highly anticipated mixed-use development
that will showcase international resorts
including the Holiday Inn, plus a large marina,
commercial and industrial precincts, and an
exclusive residential land release – Denarau
Waters.
Prices begin from FJD $609k with
each lot measuring 1000 square metres and
commanding 20 metres of waterfrontage
on the quiet, previously unsettled side of
Denarau.
Ananth Reddy, director of Avoser Limited and
the developer of Denarau Island is happy with
the results so far.
“People feel they missed out on the rst
Denarau development and now they’ve got a
second chance”
divisions,” Mr Tunabuna said.
Mr Tunabuna said that the livestock sectorwas fortunate to receive assistance from theFood and Agriculture Organisation. Assistant FAO Representative to Fiji, MsJoann Young said as part of the program a totalof 4,200 chickens [broiler pullets] and feed will be supplied to 350 poultry farmers around VitiLevu, Vanua Levu and Taveuni. Tahir Ali, a 64-year-old farmer of Bau Roadin Nausori is amongst other poultry farmers inthe country who received 24 chickens, 20kg poultry starter and 50kg each of broiler growerand nisher. “I really appreciate the assistance that has been given to us farmers and I can’t wait to getstarted on my poultry farm,” he said.
Along with tight, 24-hour security and
privacy within a gated community, the scenic
precinct offers investors breezy, resort-style
living, with buyers having ample room to
build their dream residences or alternatively,
getaway retreats.
Civil works are now well underway and
settlement for purchasers of Denarau Waters
is on-track for 2017.
Avoser’s masterplan includes a agship
300-room Holiday Inn Resort by the esteemed
InterContinental Hotels Group.
The launch of Stage 2 follows the
successful sale of all 59 lots on Stage 1, which
was only released to the market in late 2015.
Progress of these land lots have been
rapid, signifying the value of their incentives
for both local and overseas buyers, including
property investors who missed out on
Denarau’s previous other developments.
Expressions of interest are also being
sought from commercial partners for the
retail and marina precincts, and inquiries can
be sent to email [email protected].
Assistance For Poultry Farmers Stage 2 of Denarau
Waters Launches
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Unconditional love of mothers
My AngelMy mother is a special part
Of all that’s cherished in my heart,
She is my pearl, my soul, my mate;
She is the one to make life great.
She is an angel without the wings,
Who makes life special with the littlest things,
Whenever I’m in need of love,
She is there from the heavens above;
Whenever I’m in need of a shoulder,
There’s no one as devoted as my mother.
Her presence and love have always been
there,
Everything in her nature is to only care.
With every soft hug and kiss
The world seems more beautiful and blessed.
I’m sorry for all the times I caused you pain,
But after these brief storms my love still
remains.
I love you so much,
I will love you forever-
I wrote your name on my heart
And it will s tay there forever, and ever...
Why Mother is SpecialA mother is someone who loves you
Who cares for you in every way
She sits down and listens to
what ever you want to say
She always thinks you are beautiful
Never puts you down
She always has a smile
To wipe away your fear & tear
A mother is someone who believes in you
Always pushes you to go far
Tells you to believe in yourself
No matter who you are
A mother is the one who helps you
For showing the way
For smiling every day.
A mother is like an angel
Although without the wings
She tells you to enjoy
Life’s most smallest things
I really love my mother
She means so much to me
That’s how it always will be
So this day is so special,
Because you’re so special too,
Just remember one thing,
That I do love you.
Soroptomist International Lautoka club members celebrating Mothers Day last year with the mothers at the Golden Age Home. Photos: Sanjay Goundar
Zareena Bi
MOTHER’S Day is a celebration honoringthe mother of the family, as well as motherhood,maternal bonds, and the inuence of mothersin society. The bond between a mother and childis a very special one and is not an easy oneto explain. The fact of the matter is that this bond is created in a mother’s womb well before the birth of the child which makes thisattachment so special and different from anyother relationship. Traditionally mother’s day is celebrated on
the second Sunday of May and this year it fallson May 8. On this day most mothers are given specialtreatment where they take a day off from housework and cooking and families either have aspecial menu which they prepare or mothers aretaken out to their favourite restaurants. Children also take this opportunity to givespecial gifts to their mothers, mother-in-law,grandmothers and aunts. This special time for families is also onewhich has commercial benets for businessesas they promote products through sale priceswhich they know will appeal to mothers.
This in turn makes the process of buying giftsfor their mothers easier for the children. However, on this occasion those motherswho are unfortunate should not be forgottenas we do have mothers who live alone eitherin their own homes orat aged care homes wholook forward on this day for families to visitthem. So on this day these mothers need to begiven a gift of time by their families. While versions of Mother’s Day arecelebrated throughout the world, traditions varydepending on the country. From the religious aspect theRoman
Catholic Church strongly associates mother’sday with revering of the Virgin Mary wherespecial service is held in churches and homeswhich have the shrine of Mother Mary. In Islam mothers hold a very high positionin religious matters. According to the Quran,Heaven is said to be found under a mother’sfeet, meaning that one can attain admission intoheaven after death if they are caring and lovingsons and daughters to their mothers. While in the Hindu tradition, Mother’s Dayis called “MatraDiwas” and is celebrated incountries with a Hindu population.
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THE Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand
Institute awarded their third graduate, under
the Fiji based Sustainable Seafood Project,
with his diploma recently.
Ms Jenny Jenkins, General Manager of
LCB New Zealand presented Mr Mohammed
Shameer Khan, with his diploma at a small
graduation ceremony at the Outrigger Fiji
Beach Resort. Mr Khan is a resident chef at the
Outrigger resort.
Speaking at the graduating ceremony
Miss Jenkins said “Le Cordon Bleu has a long
history of training chefs and we are proud to
have had the pleasure of having Mohammed
come and train with us to help enhance his
culinary skills in the art of preparing cuisines
using locally sourced seafood.”
“His three-month training is part of
an exciting project Le Cordon Bleu is part
of, in partnership with WWF and the New
Zealand Aid Programme which is contributing
to community empowerment sustainable
sheries, responsible seafood sourcing.”
The Sustainable Seafood Project is an
innovative partnership between Le Cordon
Bleu New Zealand Institute, WWF-Pacic,
WWF-New Zealand and the New Zealand Aid
Programme working, to secure food, sheries
and a sustainable seafood future in Fiji. As part
of the project, Le Cordon Bleu trains, educates
and supports local chefs from partner hotels
in Fiji in working with and handling local sh
species.
WWF-Pacic’s Sustainable Seafood
Project manager Mr Francis Areki says the
partnership with the Wellington based institute
is something new and innovative for Fiji.
“The hospitality industry plays a major
Tourism Fiji aims to raise the bar everyyear at the Fijian Tourism Expo (FTE), notonly by bringing in the best buyers and trade
media from around the world to sell destinationFiji, but by also by assisting ordinary Fijians to benet from the tourism industry.
In 2015, Tourism Fiji integrated theMinistry of Industry, Trade and Tourism’s(MITT) Fijian Crafted Village into the expo, as part of the Fiji Made-Buy Fijian Campaign that
part in this project and what we have observed
is chefs from hotels in Fiji are not accustomed
to handling and preparing local reef sh species
and this where LCB comes in.”
“They take local chefs from our partner
hotels and train them in basic culinary skills
to enable them to work with our local seafood
commodities and more importantly make them
aware of the source of the seafood in terms of
sustainability.”
“Mr Khan is the third graduate from LCB
under this project and we are looking forward to
was launched by the Fiji Government in 2011.The Fijian Crafted brand focuses on
empowering Fijian citizens and providing them
with an avenue for income generation. The brand identies and benchmarks Fijian quality,standards, skilled craftsmanship, representingauthentic Fijian crafts, made by Fijian crafterswith Fijian materials.
14 local artisans will be featured at FTE2016.
churning out more in the near future, and we are
appreciative to hotels like Outrigger for agreeing
to work with us in this project and enhancing
this journey for seafood sustainability in Fiji,”
he adds.
Mr Khan is the third Fiji chef to train at
Le Cordon Bleu under the project and the
27-yearold graduate said the training was a “one
in a million experience”.
“It was an eye opening experience for me and
something I am glad to be a part of; to be trained
by world renowned chefs,” Mr Khan says.
“FTE 2016 will again have a FijianCrafted Village for artisans to showcase theirhandicrafts and establish new markets for their
crafts,” Tourism Fiji’s Global Public RelationsManager, Ms Patricia Mallam says.
“We see this partnership heading down a path of natural progression, which aligns to ouroverarching message that FTE 2016 is about‘Team Fiji.’ We fully support this governmentinitiative to empower our fellow Fijians and
“I took the Basic Culinary course which is the
foundation of all the other advanced course;
where we are taught the basic on how to clean,
prepare and handle sh species. I’ve even
learnt new ways of using sh parts that we
would normally discard here at the hotel.”
The rst two Le Cordon Bleu chef graduates
from the project are MsIkinesiPuamau from
the Denarau based Hilton Resort and Mr
Mohammed Asif from ShangrilaThe Fijian
Resort.
are looking forward to enabling our small andmicro-entrepreneurs to benet from the tourismindustry,” she adds.
MsMallam further adds, “FTE is ideal for building and strengthening partnerships likenowhere else. It is for anyone serious aboutexploring the limitless potential of the Fijiantourism industry.”
Advancing local culinary skills
14 Small & Micro Entrepreneurs to Benet from FTE 2016
Mr Khan (center) with Executive Chef Shailesh Naidu, Robert Oliver (LCB Chef Ambassador), Jenny Jenkins (LCB General Manager)Sally Bailey(WWF-Pacic). Photo: Supplied
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THE Minister for Agriculture, Rural andMaritime Development and National DisasterManagement, Hon. Inia Seruiratu recentlyreceived two Mahindra vehicles from theTappoo Group of Companies for relief works by DISMAC. Minister Seruiratu said the MahindraScorpio Twin Cabs would assist DISMAC
FIJI’S accountants have been urged tohelp make Fiji’s economy more resilient byadopting innovative strategies and business practices.
The call was made by Attorney-Generaland Minster for Finance Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum during a key-note address at theopening of the Fiji Institute of AccountantsCongress in Denarau recently. The AG encouraged the private sectorto help widen Fiji’s economic base byharnessing the energy and creativity ofyounger members in the business community.
“70 per cent of our population in underthe age of 40. If we are able to mainstream ouryoung people into the business community,
we can access innovative ways of thinkingthat can lift Fiji from its current designationas a small and vulnerable developing state,”he said. The AG pointed to Fiji’s vulnerabilityto climate-related natural disasters as a
THE Minister for Health and MedicalServices,JoneUsamate and the Ministerfor Agriculture and National DisasterManagement Ofce, Inia Seruiratu metwith the Korovou Medical Health divisionstaff recently to discuss issues related to the prevalence of typhoid in the district. The increase in typhoid has drawn muchattention since the aftermath of severe TCWinston and the authorities concerned have been working together to address the issue.Subdivisional Medical OfcerDrIlisapeciLasaro informed the ministersthat 25 conrmed cases of typhoid wererecorded in Korovou this year. The majority of cases (15) were recorded
in Qelekuro village, and health authoritieshave intensied awareness programmesin the villages in order to prevent it fromspreading further. DrLasaro said that the medical outreachteam in Korovou has been working closelywith the villages. Their efforts have been
ofcers in relief and recovery efforts currentlyunderway around the country. “I am thankful to the Tappoo Group andMahindra Group for the timely donation, whichwill assist us in accessing remote and ruralareas and deliver assistance to those affected byTropical Cyclone Winston,” Minister Seruiratusaid.
major impediment to greater economicdevelopment. He stressed a need for theaccounting industry to advance their capacityin the arena of climate nance. “In Fiji, one climatic event canfundamentally destroy the economy fordecades. Fiji is currently exploring optionsto nance climate adaptation measures andwill likely partner with the private sector todevelop the capability to access these fundsfrom international organisations,” he said.
The AG also stressed the importantrole that Fiji’s accountants have in ghtingcorruption on the part of their clients andupholding high ethical standards in the profession.
“The moment you prioritise what is bestfor the country and the Fijian people, you canrid our business community of the corruptionrelated issues that are holding us back. It isabout being patriotic and doing what is bestfor Fiji,” he said.
very productive, with almost 70% of the cases being contained. “We have been conducting meetingswith villages with the help of Church leadersand elders to discuss proper hygiene andsanitation, as these practices decrease the riskof typhoid”, said DrLasaro. Minister Seruiratu suggested that themedical outreach teams work with mothersand discuss ways to help prevent diseases.“It is a very effective process to work withmothers to address typhoid related diseases,”said Minister Seruiratu. Mr Seruiratu further assured the staff thatthe National Disaster Management Ofcewill be providing more water tanks to be
distributed to the villages for the safe keepingof water. Health Minister Jone Usamate thankedstaff for assisting the villages with medicalinterventions to minimise the spread oftyphoid.
Tappoo Group of Companies executivedirector, MahendraTappoo said through itsvarious business interests, they had beenreaching out to the affected areas where damagehas been most prevalent. “It was during our interaction with DISMACthat the critical need for more vehicles becameapparent and this prompted us to seek assistance
from our contact, India’s world renowned carmaker, the Mahindra Group,” Mr Tappoo said. “We understand how critical mobility is insuch situations and we hope this assistance willhelp DISMAC with its relief and rehabilitationwork.”
Minister for Rural and Maritime Development and National Disaster Management Hon. Inia Seruiratu receives the keys for the two new Mahindra vehicle. Photo: Supplied
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TOWARDS EXCELLENCE IN LEARNING AND KNOWLEDGE CREATION
LAUTOKA CAMPUS
CAREGIVING FUNDAMENTALS The USP Lautoka Campus is pleased to announce its 2nd offering of the training course,Caregiving Fundamentals for 2016.
If you are interested in Caregiving as a Homecare Worker, or as a Family Caregiver,
or pursuing a career in Caregiving, then this course is for you. The Course consists of110 hours of classroom theory, skills and demonstrations and First Aid/CPR trainingtogether with 40 hours of practical with an approved client. This course provides you withnecessary skills required in Caregiving.
Successful students will be awarded a Certificate of Completion from USP and First Aid/CPR Certificate from Fiji Red Cross Society.
Day Cluster:
25 Apri l 2016 - 17 June 2016Duration: 8 weeks
Time: 9am to 2pm Venue: USP Lautoka Campus
Evening Cluster:
25 April 2016 - 24 June 2016Duration: 9 weeks
Time: 5pm – 8pm Venue: USP Lautoka Campus
Fees: $900 (Cash, installments, Cheque or can be assisted by FNPF)
Minimum admission requirements: Must be 18 years and over; FJC pass in English orhas good command of spoken and written English. Submit the application with a copy ofbirth certificate and two (2) passport photos.
We only have 20 places per class to apply early to secure your place.
To obtain the enrolment form and for further information, contact Rajendra Singh Tel: 6666800 /Fax: 6667133 or Email: [email protected] or Babita Sharma Email: [email protected] or enquire at the USP Lautoka Campus, Western House, corner of
Vidilo Street, Lautoka or visit our website: www.usp.ac.fj/lautoka.
OHS MODULES 1 & 2 TRAINING Acquire knowledge and skills in identifying hazards, assessing and controlling risk andin contributing to occupational health and safety management in your organisation. It ismandatory in Fiji under Legal Notice 169 section 7(1) that OHS special training should beprovided to Health & Safety representatives and committee members in every work place.Safety at work is everyone’s concern.
Learning outcomes At the successful completion of the trainingparticipants will be able to:1. Explain the roles & functions of OHS
representatives and the committee.2. Demonstrate the use of workplace
arrangements to resolve workplace health &safety issues.
3. Describe methods used to identify workplacehazards & assess their risk factors.
4. Apply OHS technology & communicationskills
5. Identify the relevant OHS regulations &codes of practice
Training content• OHS Act 1996 – application• Workplace arrangements• Establishment of OHS reps & committees• Functions of the OHS committee• Managing OHS – The 6 steps approach• Current OHS regulations
• SMART audit• Accident investigation & reporting• Hazard identification & risk assessment &
controls• Hazardous substances
Target Group This training is open for all interested individuals.It is also available for in-house training delivery. Training will also be delivered in other districts of the Western Division on demand.Interested persons are requested to liaise with your networks and collect expressionsof interest. You can then contact the undersigned for scheduling of training and otherlogistics.
Dates, Days & Time Applications Due Date Venue Fee
Wednesday & Thursday11 & 12 May18 & 19 May25 & 26 MayTime: 5pm to 8pm
6 May 2016 USP LautokaCampus
$320 per person
To obtain enrolment form and for further information , contact: Rajendra Singh, tel:6666800; fax: 6667133; email: [email protected] or Babita Sharma, Email: babita.
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Source: metro.co.uk
ARSENAL legend Thierry Henry admitshe’s a huge fan of Manchester United youngsterMarcus Rashford. The 18-year-old emerged from United’sacademy in February to become one of Louisvan Gaal’s most important players in thesecond half of the season.
The teenager scored twice on his EuropaLeague debut and followed that up withanother double three days later in a 3-2 winagainst Arsenal. Many are tipping the forward to be a shockinclusion in Roy Hodgson’s England squad
Source: Leicester City FC
AFTER Leicester City secured a spot innext season’s UEFA Champions League groupstages, manager Claudio Ranieri says his sidewill now ght to win the Barclays Premier
League title.The Foxes have the chance to move eight
points clear at the Premier League summitwith a victory over Swansea City at KingPower Stadium on Sunday, with second-placedTottenham Hotspur not playing until Mondayevening.
The conrmation of Champions Leaguegroup stage football next term – secured afterManchester City drew at Newcastle Unitedon Tuesday – has been labelled as a fantasticachievement by Ranieri, and now the City boss has set his sights on winning the PremierLeague.
Ranieri said of European qualication:“We’re in the Champions League, man. Dillyding, dilly dong! It’s fantastic, terric, welldone to everybody – the owners, the fans, the
Source: NRL
SOUTHS coach Michael Maguire says
Adam Reynolds may have suffered a second
broken jaw of the season in a late tackle by
Bronco Adam Blair at Suncorp Stadium.
Brisbane prop Blair was put on report
for a 56th minute tackle off the ball which
was late and high on the Rabbitohs halfback.
Reynolds, playing his second match
since returning from a broken jaw he
suffered in Round 1, gamely played out the
match after a medical assessment as South
Sydney were beaten 30-8.
But more pain could be to come for the NSW Origin hopeful and the Rabbitohs.
“Adam Reynolds may have a broken jaw
— he has to get a scan tomorrow,’’ Maguire
said. “I can’t (say anything about the legality
of Blair’s tackle).’’
But he added: “If he has another broken
jaw he collected him in the head, simple as
that.”
this summer and, though Henry thinks it’s alittle early for that, he’s admitted he’s a fan ofthe youngster. ‘First and foremost I would like to saythat I’m a big fan of the kid,’ Henry told SkySports. ‘I like the way he plays, he’s direct, hethinks about his movement, he’s always in the box.
‘I think it will do [Rashford] good to have atournament with the U21s or U19s or whateverit’s going to be. But, I also think, if someone isinjured, is he going to be the next one on thelist? Who knows.’
players, the staff – everybody is involved.“It’s a great achievement – unbelievable.
Now, we go straight away to try to win the title.Only this remains.
“The [Champions League] music isfantastic! Everybody is happy. It’s good
because it’s a big achievement for Leicester,for the fans.
“Big teams will arrive here with a bigchallenge. It’s a great achievement and I’mvery proud. I’m very happy.”
Ranieri set his side a target of amassing79 points at the turn of the year and whilethat will certainly be an impressive haul, theItalian feels they will need more if they wish to become 2015/16 Premier League champions.He added: “I have 79 points, but that’s notenough. Now we have to ght more now. Itold to my players come on, now is the rightmoment to push.
“I always believe, I’m a positive man. IfTottenham go over us, congratulations. But I prefer to stay ve points above. If we win thetitle, it’s unbelievable.”
WEST Indies players will share the entire
$1.6 million in prize money for winning
the men’s World Twenty20 title as well as a
portion of sponsorship revenue, the head of the
region’s cricket board told Reuters.
The offer, however, does not appear to
have mended the rift between the board and the
players, who faced the threat of being replaced
for the tournament over a nancial dispute,
before they backed down and accepted the
board’s terms.
Captain Darren Sammy said the team had“felt disrespected by the board coming into
the tournament”, but the West Indies Cricket
Board (WICB) chief executive Michael
Muirhead told Reuters their relationship had
been repaired.
“Well I’d like to think it was water under
the bridge before the tournament started,”
Muirhead said.
“We’ve gotten emails, we’ve gotten calls…
(Grenada) Prime Minister (Dr. Keith) Mitchell,
I know what he’s trying to do and I really want
to thank him.
“He sent a very inspiring email to the team
this morning and I’m yet to hear from our own
cricket board. That is very disappointing.” TheWICB and president Cameron congratulated
both the men’s and women’s team — Stafanie
Taylor’s side had earlier beaten Australia to
clinch their maiden title — afterwards and
Muirhead said the board should get some
credit. READ: Maiden title should spur
women’s game in West Indies, says Stafanie
Taylor “All I can say is, it wasn’t by chance
that this happened,” he said.
“We put in a lot of preparations and spenta lot of time in getting both teams ready for this
tournament. “I leave it up to you (media) now
to disclose that to the CARICOM ofcials,
who believe that we may not be doing the job
that we ought to do,
“We have a lot more to do and we will just
have to intensify those efforts to make sure that
those plans are institutionalised and rolled out
across the region so we have the production
of good players through the systems we are putting in place.” –
West Indies beat England to claim the
Twenty20 title.
Thierry Henry a fan of Rashford
Marcus Rashford
Ranieri: We Go For The Title
Barclays-Player-and-Manager-of-the-Month-for-November 2015, Claudio Ranieri and JamieVardy Barclays-Player-and-Manager-of-the-Month-for-November 2015, Claudio Ranieri and
Jamie Vardy
Barclays-Player-and-Manager-of-the-Month-for-November 2015, Claudio Ranieri and JamieVardy Barclays-Player-and-Manager-of-the-Month-for-November 2015, Claudio Ranieri and
Jamie Vardy
Reynoldssuffers a
second broken
jaw
West Indies players share prizemoney
West Indies players celebrate after beating
England
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Source: Africanews
WITH Kenya’s famed track and eldteam still unsure whether it will be allowed tocompete at the Rio Olympics, an unlikely newmedal prospect has emerged for the Africannation — their men’s sevens rugby outt. Hardly a world power in the 15-a-sidegame, Kenya has suddenly popped up as a
genuine medal contender in sevens, whichwill be played in Rio as rugby returns to theOlympics after a 92-year hiatus. Currently ranked seventh in the world,ahead of traditional heavyweights includingEngland and France, Kenya served noticeof their intentions for Rio by winning theSingapore leg of the sevens world series, beating Fiji in Sunday’s nal. It was Kenya’s rst tournament win ina world series event after they had made two previous nals, in Australia in 2009 and NewZealand in 2013, and it could not have comeat a better time with the Olympics just fourmonths away and the country’s athletics teamunder a doping cloud. “For our players, this win will give themhuge amounts of self-belief,” Kenyan coachBenjamin Ayimba said. “We’ve always had the potential, butknowing now that we can beat the best will give
us even more condence for success in futuretournaments. This will make us an even betterand more dangerous team to play against.” As Kenya’s players celebrated their win witha gospel song and impromptu jig at Singapore’s National Stadium, their victory lit up rugby’ssocial media sites, with even Kenyan PresidentUhuru Kenyatta tweeting his congratulations tothe underdog team. Their emergence is well-timed for Kenya,with the country’s track and eld team facingthe possibility of being banned from Rio unlessit passes a new anti-doping law following astring of positive tests. Kenya has only ever won medals in twodifferent sports at the Olympics: athletics and boxing. Of the 25 gold medals Kenya has won,24 have been in track and eld. But the rugby
Injera grew up running and playing football before switching to rugby in his early teens. Theson of a professor, he made his internationaldebut a decade ago and has been scoring tries ata regular frequency, though he is more widelyknown for what he once did after one of histouchdowns. At the London Sevens last year, Injeracelebrated his 200th try by pulling a marker pen from his socks and scrawling his name ona television camera, as tennis players often do.Unaware that the cameras need a protectivecovering, he unwittingly ruined a lens valued atabout 60,000 pounds (US$86,000). His try-scoring celebrations have been
sevens team is hoping to change that. “We hope it inspires the kids to play rugbyand it just gives them a lot more heroes to lookup to so, for us, it’s a major milestone,” Ayimbasaid.
“The target for Rio is always to win.”Kenya already has some budding heroes in itsranks, none more so than Collins Injera, the29-year-old speedster who ranks second on theall-time sevens try-scoring lists. Injera kicked a 40-metre penalty after thesiren to clinch a 15-12 win over Argentina inthe semi-nals, then scored two of his team’ssix tries in the 30-7 rout of Fiji in the nal. Like most of the top Kenyan rugby players,
more subdued since then and even as he closesin on the all-time record, his only thoughts areon winning in Rio, where Kenya have alreadyqualied for both the men’s and women’stournaments. “Kenyan rugby has come a long way, it’ssuch an amazing thing,” Injera said. “Everyone is working towards the Olympicsso for us, (winning in Singapore) was a very bigstep. “Rugby is really developing in Kenya.We’re putting new systems into the junior levelsto help build up the game and now that we’vewon a nal, more people will start followingus.”
Kenya eyes Olympic 7s success
Fiji FA Media (Avikash Chand)
THE Vodafone Fiji Olympic team will
begin its campaign against Korea Republic
in the Olympic Football Tournament 2016 on
August 4 at Fonte Nova Arena in Slavador,
Bahia, Brazil.
The Frank Farina-coached side is drawn in
Pool C with Korea, Mexico and Germany.
Fiji plays its second match against Mexico
on August 7 while the nal match against
Germany will be on August 10 at Mineirao
Velo Horizonte.
National assistant coach Yogendra Dutt
represented Fiji Football during the draws last
week. He said it was a great experience for him to
witness the draws.
“This was something I never dreamt about
FIJI FA Media
The Dreketi Sydney Football Club based
in Australia donated household items to the
victims of Tropical Cyclone Winston around
the Western Division.
Club president Bhupesh Prasad Bobby saidthey were hurt by the images and news in the
media which united the team to assist those
disadvantaged back at home.
“We were following the news daily and saw
the devastation caused by TC Winston which
prompted us to raise funds for assistance,” the
his home.
However, Singh suggested that all help be
diverted to those who needed assisted more
than him.
The president said one of his player’s
family home was also severely damaged and
they also helped him as a team. “Our player Azil Mohammed’s family
house was damaged a lot. To assist, we played
a tournament there and won. The full prize
money was handed to him to assist his family.
Bobby said while some players were not
granted leave but their spouses accompanied
and to be there during the draw was a dream
come true for me,” the former Ba coach said.
“It was a great experience to be in between
the giants of football,” Dutt said.
Dutt said he had an opportunity to meet
Ronaldinho who picked Fiji’s name in Group
C during the draw.
“It was great to see one of world’s best
footballer holding Fiji’s name in his hand.”
Men’s Olympic Football Tournament Rio
2016 Pool
Group A: Brazil, South Africa, Iraq, Denmark;
Group B: Sweden, Colombia, Nigeria, Japan;
Group C: Fiji, Korea Republic, Mexico,
Germany; Group D: Honduras, Algeria,Portugal, Argentina.
former Rakiraki resident said
Bobby said Fiji is their motherland and
they couldn’t bear to see people suffering.
“We organised a dance night and were
fortunate to sell out all the tickets. With the
support of players, ofcials and some donors,
we managed to assist some people here. “We cannot help everyone but we assisted
the ones who were really in need in Rakiraki,
Ba and Tavua,” he added.
Bobby said they also stopped by the house of
Ba defender, Alvin Singh, who used to play for
a club in Australia and saw some damages to
the club coach Arif Azam and Captain Kartik
Singh.
Meanwhile, Bobby who also leads the
Vatukoula Sanatan Sydney Football side said
he will be back in the country soon as part of
his Sanatan team.
“Our Vatukoula Sanatan team also did somefundraising here as well and will be building a
house for someone in Rakiraki.
“We will be back in week time and the
construction work will start soon,” he said.
Fiji to face Korea in rst Olympic match
Sydney-based club here to help
The Kenya 7s team with the Singapore 7s trophy as they arrive back home.
Setareki Hughes shields the ball from a Germany player during the FIFA U20 World Cup in New Zealand last year
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Maika Kasami
AFTER their unsuccessful attempt at the
Oceania Champions League in Auckland,
New Zealand, Nadi and Suva are set to resume
participation in the domestic competition
beginning with the Vodafone National Football
League.
Both the Jetsetters and the Capital City
side recorded a win each from three group
matches respectively to bow out of the regional
competition.
Both camps would agree that the level of
competition in the O-League is far superior
compared to Fiji soccer and a lot needs to bedone in order to match other Island nations.
However, the two teams may have gained
knowledge and experience from playing
against semi-professional and professional
players and it would only be appropriate if
they adhere to the lessons learnt and come
back stronger and better in future challenges
and attempts in such high prole competition.
Meanwhile, Lautoka earned its rst points in
the National League following its 2-0 win over
Nadroga at Prince Charles Park. Striker Valerio
Nawatu has scored two from two appearances
and is surely one of Coach Johnny Williams
reliable front man. The other goal for the Blues
was scored by young Moh’d Shazil Ali.
Speaking to Fiji FA media, Williams saidhis side now has the mindset to ght for the
win in every game.
“We have started to ght for the win as I
think it’s been long coming for Lautoka.
“We still not there yet as we getting into the
shape but I believe we will do better in our next
game.
“Finishing needs improvement and tness
1-3 Ba, Nadi 2-0 Nadroga, Rewa 1-2 Suva.
Week 2: Suva 6-2 Dreketi.
Week 3: Lautoka 2-0 Nadroga
3-goals: Rusiate Matarerega (Suva).
2-goals: Gabriel Matanisiga (Labasa), Nickel
Chand (Suva) Valerio Nawatu (Lautoka).
1-goal: Ashneel Raju (Labasa), Christopher
Wasasala (Labasa), Pita Bolaitoga (Labasa),
Ravinesh Karan Singh (Labasa), Napolioni
Qasevakatini (Nadi), Waisake Tabucavu(Nadi), Iosefo Verevou (Rewa), Narendra Rao
Junior (Ba), Malakai Tiwa (Ba), Avinesh Waran
Suwamy (Ba), Sakaraia Naisua (Suva), Sahil
Dave (Suva), Apisalome Turuva (Dreketi),
Mohammed Shazil Ali (Lautoka).
Own goal: Sakaraia Naisua (Suva).
SEVENS IS ALREADY STRIKING
OLYMPIC GOLD
Onto the Olympics and what we saw in
Singapore and Hong Kong was the fact thatrugby sevens, its players, and all involved are
already at Olympic standards on and off the
pitch. These are the stars of the Olympics, and
the next generation of idols for many watching
on around the world come August. We hope
Rio is ready!
SAMOA FIRM FAVOURITES FOR RIO
In June the last place in the men’s tournament
for Rio will be decided. Three core teams
– Samoa, Canada and Russia – will go up
against 13 other regional qualiers including
THE BEST DOUBLE HEADER?
Of all the double headers this season, Hong
Kong and Singapore could possibly be the
best! A sell-out Hong Kong, and over 45,000in Singapore’s return to the series after 10
years, many fans will be thinking both could
be worth a trip with them being so close next
season! Great rugby and a party atmosphere
at both, with stars such as The Hoff and Pete
Tong providing extra entertainment. Singapore
also impressed on its return to the series and
the National Stadium was a perfect venue.
We’re now all excited for the nal two events
in Paris and London with a series nale to end
all series nales!
as the players were on a long break after the
cyclone,” said Williams.
In its third outing, the Sugar City side edged
the national FFA regional academy in a build-
up match 2-1 at the Ba Football Academy. The
latter side national will be featuring weekly in
the national league with no points offered to
either side.
Fiji FA vice president and National League
Board chairman Yogeshwar Singh said therehas been lot of disruption on Vodafone Premier
League but they we are looking for options to
complete the league on time.
“We have lots of delays in the league but
we will look at best option to reschedule the
matches,” said Singh.
Week 1 result: Labasa 6-0 Dreketi, Lautoka
Source: worldrugby.com
WHAT did we learn from the seventh and eight
rounds of the HSBC World Rugby Sevens
Series, we take a look at ve key points.
KENYA’S DAY FINALLY ARRIVED...
How can we not start with these guys? What
a moment to witness their rst-ever Cup title
in their 115th tournament. Hats off to the all
involved, it’s been a long time coming but it
is a fantastic achievement and one that was
well deserved. Benjamin Ayimba has brought
Kenya back into the mix after a disappointing
last season, and has made the Olympics even
harder to predict than ever before!
Zimbabwe, Chile and Germany. Having beaten
both Fiji and New Zealand in Singapore,
Samoa could be nding form just at the right
time to secure their place in Rio.
TRANSITION TO #RUGBY7S IS NOT
EASY!
We’ve said it before with the likes of Sonny
Bill Williams, Quade Cooper and others, but
this weekend we saw Nate Ebner return to the
USA Sevens side. He’s played before but never
on the series and, having headed off to NFL
where he won the Super Bowl with the Patriots
last year, Ebner has returned with one eye on
Rio. It was quite the welcome back into the
sport from France’s Virimi Vakatawa.
Fiji 7s pivot Vatemo Ravouvou with his family members who were in numbers to greet thenational side back from Hong Kong and Singapore 7s
Masivesi Dakuwaqa greeted by family and friends at Nadi International Airport. Photo- Fiji SUN.
Suva soccer team after a short break will feature in the VPL and the upcoming Vodafone Fiji FACT. Photo- Sanjay Goundar.
Samuela Drudru while playing for Nadiduring the Pillay Garments CvC.
Photo- Sanjay Goundar.
Suva, Nadi back to domestic duties
Five things we learnt in Hong Kong and Singapore
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Source: FRU Media
THE Fiji Rugby Union would like to reiterate that all the Fiji Rugby
Union Teams both in the Sevens and in the Fifteens Code that participate
in any World Rugby sanctioned Tournaments are covered by the Travel
and on Field Medical Insurance policy which is a mandatory requirement
from World Rugby to allow for participation. The insurance policy cover
includes coverage for all contracted and non-contracted players of any
Fiji Team including the National under 20 Team.
Vodafone Fiji 7s player, Savenaca Rawaca was injured during the
Fiji’s match against Canada at the Hong Kong 7s, as such is fully covered
by the FRU insurance cover which include any form of treatment or
surgery required anywhere in the World.
In the case of Savenaca Rawaca, upon returning to Fiji and following
his medical assessments, Rawaca’s initial treatment plan diagnosed by
his Physician who advised him to continue treatment as an outpatient in
the Outpatients Department at the Suva Private Hospital which FRU had
facilitated.
We acknowledge the assistance provided by the Fijian Teachers
Association; however, as the Employer for Rawaca, FRU is deeply
concerned since Rawaca had accepted the offer of assistance in good
faith not knowing that FTA would turn their offer of assistance into a
cheap publicity stunt compromising the provisions of his employment
contract with the FRU.
The FRU had received calls from Rawaca in relation to his concerns
about the media being involved and FRU had tried to intervene but the
matter had already been covered by the Media.
FRU is calling on those intending to assist our National Rugby
Representatives in a similar circumstance to contact FRU to avoid
similar situations.
Auckland City
through to CWCMaika Kasami
AUCKLAND City Football Club turned the tables on Wellington
FC 3-0 when it mattered recording its sixth successive win in the
Oceania Champions League nal.
Wellington had beaten City in the domestic nal, but a goal from
Micah Lea’alafa two-minutes into the match ensured there was not
going to be a repeat of their earlier meeting.
Solomon Islander Lea’alafa scored again with less than
10-minutes to play, the third for City to seal the match after Clayton
Lewis had made it 2-0 on the 67th minute.
Fiji’s representative Nadi and Suva bowed out in the pool stages
after recording a win and two losses respectively.
The win means City are the rst team to book a spot in the FIFA
Club World Cup which will be held in Japan in December.
Barcelona FC took out the 2015 CWC title beating Argentine side
River Plate 3-0 in the nal.
National Teams all have
Insurance Covers
The national sevens team and management being rewarded by sponsors Vodafone upon arrival in Nadi. Photo- Fiji SUN.
Fiji 7s reps Alivereti Veitokani, Semi Kunatani, Amenoni Nasilasila andWaisale Serevi in Singapore.
Photo: Supplied.
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The Lautoka Rugby Union team that played Namosi in Week 1 of the Skipper Cup at Nadovu Park. Photos- Fiji SUN.
Jasa Veremalua with close family members in Nadi.
Line out battle in the match between Lautoka and Namosi in the Skipper Cup.
They are sure going to bounce back andtheir second opponent is expected to bear the
full brunt of the rst up loss.
Capital City side Suva put on a brave display to
see off Tavua 45-20 at Garvey Park.
The sky blues are one of the top contenders
for the cup and have made their intentions
known.
Northland picked up their rst win of the
season from rst outing and is sure to build on
the momentum.
Nadi, disappointed last year bowing out to
Namosi in the seminal after powering through
the preliminary rounds with a dominant
Barring any upsets, the national side who
are in Pool B will play the runner-up of Pool
C which is expected to be either South Africa,
Australia or England.
And if the series leaders does nish second
best from its pool, they will still face one of
the trio depending on their nal status at the
completion of the pool rounds.
After eight tournaments, Fiji and New
Zealand have won three each, while South
Africa and Kenya taking out one each. Standings: Fiji-147, South Africa- 139,
NZ-135, Australia- 115, USA-95.
Pool A: Kenya, NZ, Portugal, Russia; Pool
B: Fiji, Samoa, Scotland, Wales; Pool C: South
Africa, Australia, England, Brazil; Pool D:
Argentina, France, USA, Canada.
Meanwhile, Malolo will feature in the elite
competition after a convincing 33-3 win over
Ovalau in the Promotion Relegation match at
Ratu Cakobau Park in Nausori.
The result ended the old Capital side’s
reign with the big boys as they will now feature
in the minor division.
Maika Kasami
NAITASIRI, Suva, Northland, Nadi and
Namosi came away with wins in Week 1 of the
Skipper Cup competition.
Naitasiri downed defending champions
Nadroga 28-22 to make a perfect start at
Lawaqa Park in a Friday night match.
The Highlanders have in recent years
recorded rst up wins against the Stallions in
the Lions den and the result came as no surprise.
Nadroga have on a number of occassions gone
on to win the competition after failing to leap
over the rst hurdle.
Maika Kasami
SOUTH Africa versus England and
Argentina v United States are two of the big
clashes that has been set up on Day 1 of the
HSBC World Sevens series Paris 7s, the ninth
and penultimate round at the Stade Jean Bouin.
History makers Kenya, the Singapore 7s
champions will kick of proceedings in Pool A
against Portugal.
The Vodafone Fiji 7s team begin theirEuropean campaign with Scotland rst up at
5-44am on Saturday, May 14 (Fiji Time).
The Ben Ryan coached side then face
Wales at 9-14pm on the same day before
tackling rivals Samoa in what is expected to be
the pool decider at 12-47am on Sunday, May
15.
display tamed Tailevu with a big 34-3 win at
Prince Charles Park. Tailevu, lucky to have not
featured in the promotion relegation began the
season from where they left off last season. It
seems another uphill battle from the word go
for the greens and they need to put their acts
together now rather than later.
Skipper Cup Round UpStallions go down in opener
Mouth-watering Day 1 clashes in Paris
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Maika Kasami
THE Hong Kong and Singapore 7s
tournaments has been described as the toughest
so far for the Vodafone Fiji sevens team.
Coach Ben Ryan told world rugby that the
national side was really put into pressure in the
last two tournaments which is what they should
expect at the Olympics in Rio.
The national side won all their six games
at Happy Valley but lost twice at the National
Stadium in Singapore, going down to Samoa
(14-28) in the opener and allowing Kenya to
create history losing in the nal 7-30.
Ryan said they had to play their get out of
jail card early on.
“In Hong Kong against Canada and Kenya
we were put under pressure. That is why sevensis so good, teams put you under pressure and
with limited time you try to decide the game
on your last play. I hope it continues to be like
that,” said Ryan.
“You have to have a number of ingredients
right. You have to be t on purpose. You have
to have clarity on your top two-inch (head) and
we have to make sure we stick to our game
plan and work your plan and trust the ability of
everyone.
“Adding on to that we have last plays where
we cannot afford to knock-on or get the ball
turned over, we have to get forward and do all
the things right when it matters,” the English
man added.
He said teams have their own style of play
and they have decided they are going to stick
to their own style which is playing a high risk
game.
“It’s certainly a r