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Lautoka City Council Extends Warm Welcome to Sister City – Jiangmen City, Guangdong Province, China

admin — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 21:13:32 +0000

In a gesture of international friendship and cooperation, the Lautoka City Council (LCC) was honored to host a delegation from its Sister City, Jiangmen City, located in Guangdong Province, the People’s Republic of China.

During the visit, Mr. Mohammed Anees Khan, CEO of LCC, extended a warm welcome to the esteemed delegation and expressed his gratitude for their official visit to their Sister City. The delegation was led by Mr. Zhang Yuanxing, Chairman of the Jiangmen Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference and President of the Jiangmen Public Diplomacy Association.

The delegation included distinguished members, such as Mr. Li Zhigang, Vice Director of the Jiangmen Foreign Affairs Bureau, Mr. Liu Xuewen, Director of the Jiangmen Health Bureau, Mr. Zou Dechang, Chairman of the Jianghai Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, Mr. Lin Guoning, Chairman of the Kaiping Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, and Ms. Fu Yingjun, Section Chief of the Jiangmen Foreign Affairs Bureau.

The primary purpose of this visit was to enhance mutual understanding and foster greater exchange and collaboration between the two cities in various fields.

Representing LCC, participants included Mr. Anil Amin, Chairman and Special Administrator of LCC, Mr. Shalend Dass, Director of Building and Acting Director of Engineering Services, Mr. Rouhit Karan Singh, Acting Head of Services, Mr. Abdul Israaz Khan, Acting Head of Finance, as well as several managers and supervisors from various departments.

CEO Mohammed Anees Khan also expressed his appreciation for Jiangmen City’s generous donation of face masks during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing the importance of international solidarity in times of crisis.

The visit between Lautoka City Council and Jiangmen City further solidifies the bonds of friendship and cooperation between the two cities, setting the stage for continued collaboration in the future.

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Lautoka Swimming Pool Project Set for Mid-Next Year Completion, Reveals City Council CEO

admin — Sun, 09 Jul 2023 22:02:15 +0000

The Lautoka Swimming Pool Project is on track to be finished by the middle of next year, according to Mohammed Anees Khan, the chief executive officer of the Lautoka City Council. Khan expressed his delight after an announcement that $4.5 million has been allocated to ensure the completion of the long-awaited project.

“The planning for the resumption of the project is currently underway in collaboration with the Ministry of Local Government,” Khan revealed.

He further detailed that the project would resume from where it was halted, with key components including the finalization of the buildings, refurbishment of the pool and its surrounding areas, acquisition and installation of filtration systems, and necessary accessories, including a three-phase power supply.

To procure items from overseas, a tender process will be initiated, taking into account awarding, shipment, and delivery times, all of which will be incorporated into the project timeline.

“Overall, the council anticipates a completion time of approximately 10 to 11 months,” Khan added.

During a recent post-budget discussion held at the Grand Pacific Hotel, Finance Minister Professor Biman Prasad revealed that $7 million has already been spent on the project. However, work on the pool itself remains incomplete.

Prof Prasad announced that the Coalition Government has pledged an additional $4.5 million to ensure the project’s successful conclusion. Once finished, the swimming pool is expected to serve the residents of Lautoka, local communities, schools, swimming clubs, professional athletes, and visiting sports teams.

The eagerly anticipated completion of the Lautoka Swimming Pool Project will undoubtedly provide a significant boost to the local community and promote a healthier and more active lifestyle for all stakeholders involved.

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Clean up campaign – Marine Drive Seafront, Lautoka

admin — Sun, 12 Mar 2023 22:54:14 +0000

Lautoka, Fiji – On Saturday last week (11^th March 2023), the Lautoka City Council’s Health Department and Department of Environment launched a clean-up campaign to restore the beauty of the Marine Drive seafront. The campaign aimed to create awareness among the public about the importance of keeping the environment clean and preserving marine life.

The Marine Drive seafront is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, but the area has been plagued by litter and garbage, which has been detrimental to the marine ecosystem. To tackle this issue, the LCC Health Department and Department of Environment organized a clean-up campaign, which saw the participation of over 60 volunteers.

The volunteers, including employees of Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa, employees of Tanoa Waterfront Hotel, members of Lautoka Tennis Parents Association, members of the public and employees of various companies, worked tirelessly to collect garbage and clean up the seafront. The clean-up campaign involved removing debris such as plastic bottles, cigarette butts, food wrappers, and other waste that had been left behind.

The event was a huge success, and the volunteers managed to collect more than 50 bags of garbage. The campaign was about cleaning up the seafront and educating the public on the importance of preserving the environment. Participants were educated on the harmful effects of littering, and the importance of recycling and proper waste disposal.

The Lautoka City Council’s Health Department and Department of Environment expressed their gratitude to all those who participated in the clean-up campaign. They also urged members of the public to keep the environment clean and report any littering or illegal dumping to the relevant authorities.

The campaign has sent a strong message that preserving the environment is everyone’s responsibility, and that small actions can have a big impact. The LCC’s Health Department and Department of Environment are committed to ensuring that the Marine Drive seafront remains clean and beautiful for generations to come.

The Council requests members of the public to dispose of wastes properly and refrain from littering in the sea and public places.

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BRODIE RETALLICK RETURNS FOR CHIEFS CLASH IN LAUTOKA

admin — Thu, 26 May 2022 19:58:01 +0000

The Gallagher Chiefs head to the tropical climate of Fiji as the heat goes on their must-win encounter against the Fijian Drua on Saturday afternoon in Lautoka.

Victory will ensure the Gallagher Chiefs of fourth place on the DHL Super Rugby Pacific table, and with it will come the all-important home advantage for the quarterfinals next weekend.

They go into the final round of regular season three points ahead of the Hurricanes and four ahead of the Waratahs. The Hurricanes travel to Perth to take on the Force, who are chasing the last qualifying spot after their bonus-point win over Moana Pacific mid-week, while the Waratahs host the Blues.

“It’s a simple equation for us. Get the win and we can go home to play in front of our fans for the quarterfinal. We need to focus on doing our job and producing a performance of quality from the first to the 80th minute,” said Gallagher Chiefs Head Coach Clayton McMillan

“We know the Drua will throw the kitchen-sink at us for their final game of the season. They have some tremendous athletes if we give them possession and room to run. We need to do the basics, control possession and territory, and have confidence to execute and convert our opportunities.”

Helping the cause will be the long-awaited return of Gallagher Chiefs centurion, Brodie Retallick, who broke his thumb in the clash against the Crusaders two months ago. Retallick will join fellow All Black Tupou Vaa’i in the locks.

It will be a homecoming for Pita Gus Sowakula, who was born in Lautoka, and Emoni Narawa also born in Fiji, both getting the chance to run out in the starting 15 on home soil. With co-captain Sam Cane out with injury, the versatile Luke Jacobsen moves to openside, Pita Gus moving back to Number 8 and Samipeni Finau completing the loose forward trio.

The only change in the backline will see midfielder Alex Nankivell move to the left wing with Rameka Poihipi to partner the in-form Quinn Tupaea in the midfield.

There is added good news on the bench with the return of Josh Ioane and Jonah Lowe.

The Gallagher Chiefs team to meet the Fijian Drua on Saturday is:

1. Aidan Ross

2. Samisoni Taukei’aho

3. Angus Ta’avao

4. Brodie Retallick

5. Tupou Vaa’i

6. Samipeni Finau

7. Luke Jacobson

8. Pita Gus Sowakula

9. Brad Weber ©

10. Bryn Gatland

11. Alex Nankivell

12. Quinn Tupaea

13. Rameka Poihipi

14. Emoni Narawa

15. Kaleb Trask

16. Bradley Slater

17. Ollie Norris

18. Atu Moli

19. Naitoa Ah Khoi

20. Kaylum Boshier

21. Cortez Ratima

22. Josh Ioane

23. Jonah Lowe

Unavailable: Reuben O’Neill, Gideon Wrampling, Simon Parker, Sione Mafileo, Laghlan McWhannell, Anton Lienert-Brown, Shaun Stevenson, Etene Nanai-Seturo

Source: Super Rugby NZ

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Close to 3,000 tickets sold or allocated the Drua and Chiefs clash in Lautoka

admin — Wed, 11 May 2022 22:58:18 +0000

Close to 3,000 tickets have been sold or allocated in the first two days of public sales for the clash between the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua and the Chiefs in Lautoka.

The Drua have also confirmed exciting pre-match activities before the match involving the champion Rooster Chicken Fijiana Drua team members as well as a Vodafone Vanua clash as curtain raiser.

CEO Brian Thorburn says they are delighted with the response from fans in the West so far.

With a capacity of only 11,000, this leaves only around 8,000-odd tickets left for sale. Thorburn says given how fast sales are going, they don’t think there will be too many left for sale at the gates on match day.

All $145 tickets for the match have been sold or allocated already.

Thorburn adds fans will have the chance to meet the members of the champion Rooster Chicken Fijiana Drua and this is a just one of several celebrations planned for the Fijiana Drua following their amazing Super W victory.

The Fijian Drua will take on the Chiefs at 3pm on the 28th of this month at Churchill Park.

Tickets for the match at Churchill Park are priced as follows:

· $20 for adults and $10 for kids under 12 for the grass embankment on the TappooCity end of the field – Bronze North

· $30 for adults and $15 for kids under 12 for the grass embankment opposite the main stadium – Bronze East

· $95 for the Timber Grandstand (Pavilion B) – Gold

· $95 for a temporary grandstand to be constructed adjacent to the Concrete Grandstand (Pavilion A) – Gold

They are available at:

· Lautoka City Council

· Fijian Drua Store Port Denarau

· Jack’s of Fiji outlets: Pier St Suva, MHCC, Damodar City, Rups Mall Nakasi, Sigatoka, Nadi, Votualevu, Lautoka, XL Sports Lautoka, Ba.

· Shop N Save outlets: Lautoka Shop 3, Lautoka Market, Namaka, Votualevu, Ba, Tavua, 9 Miles, Nabua, Valelevu.

Source: Fijivillage

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Drua vs Chiefs tickets to go on sale from next Monday

admin — Mon, 02 May 2022 20:06:00 +0000

Tickets for the the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua and Chiefs Super Rugby match in Churchill Park in Lautoka will go on sale from next Monday.

Prices for the inaugural match in the Sugar City are $20 for adults, $10 for kids under 12 for the grass embankment on the Tappoo end of the field.

$30 for adults and $15 for kids under 12 for the grass embankment opposite the main stadium.

$95 for the timber grandstand which is pavilion B and a temporary grandstand that will be constructed adjacent to the concrete grandstand.

$145 for the concrete grandstand which is pavilion A.

Speaking during a press conference in Lautoka today, Drua Chief Executive Brian Thorburn says tickets will be available at the Lautoka City Council office and eight selected Jack’s of Fiji outlets.

Thorburn says with a much lower capacity venue at Churchill Park of around 11,000 they are recommending fans to get their tickets early and plan their day in Lautoka.

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“We ran out of tickets last week. People could not get in because it was that sold out so we had to turn away fans. We just encourage people to get in early and buy tickets. One of our sponsors called me up this morning and says he wants to give tickets to his staff members in the region and their families so he has bought 400 tickets already.”

He says they are also expecting a sell out as Chiefs are one of the leading sides in the competition and currently sit 4th on the ladder.

Thorburn says with a squad featuring 12 full All Blacks and names like Fiji born Pita Gus Sowakula, Brad Webber, Anton Leinert-Brown, Brodie Retallick and All Blacks captain Sam Cane, the Chiefs will be vying for a win.

Lautoka City Council CEO Mohammed Khan says this will be a historic event for the city.

Khan says an influx of guests, visitors and tourists are expected to grace the game venue at Churchill Park.

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“This gives the business community of Lautoka to showcase what Sugar City has to offer. Considerable economic activity is expected to be generated by this fixture. Lautoka looks forward to market itself to the wider international television audience as a choice of destination for international sports events.”

The Drua host the Chiefs on the 28th of this month at 3pm.

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Anchorage Beach Resort

admin — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 00:22:15 +0000

Anchorage is a tranquil boutique resort situated 15 minutes north of Nadi international airport and 10 minutes from Lautoka city.

It is a boutique resort with an exotic location away from the busy buzzing towns at Vuda Point where the first settlers landed.

There is free WIFI for all our guests, with 12 spa villas, 38 spa rooms, 18 x1 bedroom and 18 x 2 bedrooms fully furnished apartments with communal BBQ.

Anchorage has 2 pools, 1 restaurants, 2 bars, and a swim up pool bar, wedding bure, 120 people seating conference center, internet center, massage and beauty bure and a private marina.

General Store and Fiji’s largest village Viseisei is a 10 minute stroll on the beach.

All rooms have private balconyand all modern required amenities such as air con, TV, telephone, ceiling fan, tea coffee making Facilities, hair dryers etc. All land and non-motorized sea activities are free.

Anchorage is a romantic Retreat or can be a perfect getaway for a frolicking family.

Anchorage Beach Resort is known as The Hidden Paradise.

Dining at Anchorage Beach Resort

Fiji is renowned for its fresh and organic produce. We source our food from local produce markets, fisherman and butchers. We know that an important part of any holiday revolves around food.

Breakfast is from 7.30am to 10am. Lunch is from 11am and dinner is from 6pm. Last order is taken at 9pm. Our Restaurant is open to our in house guest and walk-ins.

Anchorage Beach Resort Activities

We do day trips out to Beachcomber Island Resort daily. The Boat departs from Anchorage Resort Jetty at 8.30am and arrives back to Anchorage Resort Jetty at around 5pm. Day trip includes return boat transfers, morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea.

Our special group rate is $69 per person for the day trip and overnight stay at $199 per person which includes accommodation, return transfers, breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Group rates apply to minimum 10 pax and is valid from 01 Feb to 30th April 2022. For more information on the above email info@beachcomberfiji.com.fj or call 9996360

Our resort pool is open to locals at $10 per person from now until April 2022. We only close pool use to our local guests if the resort is fully booked out. For more information on the above email anchorage@connect.com.fj or call 9996360 or visit www.anchoragefiji.com.

Contact:

Anchorage Beach Resort
Vuda Point, Lautoka,
Fiji.

Mobile:(679) 999 6360
Phone: (679) 666 2099
Email: anchorage@connect.com.fj
Web: https://anchoragefiji.com

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COVID-19 transmission and protective measures

admin — Fri, 07 Jan 2022 02:47:27 +0000

This page includes advice from WHO on ways to protect yourself and prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Transmission

COVID-19 spreads primarily from person to person in several different ways:

It can spread through small liquid particles. These particles range from larger respiratory droplets to smaller aerosols released when an infected person coughs, sneezes, speaks, sings or breathes.
It spreads mainly between people who are in close contact with each other, typically within 1 metre.
It can also spread in poorly ventilated and/or crowded indoor settings where aerosols remain suspended in the air or travel farther than 1 metre.
It can also spread if a person touches surfaces that have been contaminated by the virus.

Aerosol transmission

COVID-19 transmission

COVID-19 transmission person to person

Protective measures: Do it all

Protect yourself and others from COVID-19 by following these precautions:

Get vaccinated as soon as it’s your turn
Keep a distance of at least 1 metre from others
Open windows when possible
Wear a mask
Clean hands
Cover coughs and sneezes
Stay home when sick

Avoid the 3Cs

Be aware of the different levels of risk in different settings. COVID-19 spreads more easily in crowded places, close-contact settings, and confined and enclosed spaces with poor ventilation. The risk is higher in places where these factors overlap.

COVID-19: variants

Viruses, like SARS-CoV-2, change over time and will continue to change the more they circulate. Sometimes, variants of the virus may develop. A variant is where the virus contains at least one new change to the original virus.

Some variants of the coronavirus, such as Delta and Omicron, are spreading more easily between people. We know we can protect from the virus and its new variants by:

Getting vaccinated when it’s your turn
Keeping a safe distance
Opening windows when possible
Wearing a mask
Covering coughs and sneezes
Keeping hands clean

Source: WHO Website

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Dalvan Museum Street Art View

admin — Fri, 24 Jul 2020 02:07:49 +0000

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