Mothers On A Mission

A group of 14 women are on a mission to not only raise the standard of living for their families but most importantly support their children’s educational needs.
These women were part of the 165 Fijians that were farewelled by the Ministry of Employment, Productivity and Industrial Relations Permanent Secretary, Osea Cawaru, on Friday to work in Australia under the Pacific Labour Mobility Scheme.
They will depart Fiji next month and will work as caregivers in Australia for four years.
Part of the group was Kinisimere Tusausau, a 50-year-old mother of four from Labasa in Vanua Levu.
Ms Tusausau said she was grateful for the opportunity to go to Australia and be able to support her family through this difficult time.
She added that she took short courses at the Fiji National University, Labasa, last year where she graduated with a certificate in caregiving.
“When I was informed that I was chosen to go and work in Australia, I was so happy,” she said.
“I have three children that are still studying with the youngest in class 8.
“My husband works as a security officer in Labasa and life for us has not always been a bed of roses.”
She said going to work in Australia was a blessing for her and her family
“The priority is my children’s education and just improving the livelihood of my family.
“I was in New Zealand in 2020, I did fruit picking and this is my second time to go.
“I encourage those that are unemployed to try this out. There are opportunities available that they can take up like this scheme, it has helped us a lot and it will continue to help more Fijians.”
Another mother, Mereani Rasoki said she was grateful for the opportunity and looked forward to supporting her family back home financially.
Edited by Jeremiah Ligairi
Feedback: inoke.rabonu@fijisun.com.fj