Family sacrifices drive Pacific Polytech graduate to success
Lino Raivuni encourages young people to work hard for their families.
Wednesday 05 August 2026 | 15:00
From left: Graduate Lino Raivuni with his children, Unaisi Ravuni, Inoke Naitini, Vilikesa Nakoroluvu and wife Meresimani Wati after the Pacific Polytech Cohort 6 National Qualification Graduation Ceremony at Vunimono Hall in Nausori on August 5, 2026.
Photo: Lavenia Waqanivanua
Balancing family responsibilities with full-time study has paid off for Lino Raivuni who graduated with an Automotive Engineering Certificate Level 3 from Pacific Polytech today.
The graduation ceremony was held at Vunimono Hall in Nausori.
The father of three of Roma, Naitasiri, described the achievement as a proud and emotional milestone after months of juggling his studies with his responsibilities at home.
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Mr Raivuni said one of his biggest challenges was spending time away from his family while attending classes during the week.
"I only spend two days with my family, on Saturday and Sunday. On the weekdays, I'm at school," he said.
His eldest son is in Class 3, his second child is in Class 1 and his youngest is a one-year-old daughter.
Despite the sacrifices, Mr Raivuni remained committed to completing his studies.
He said he was grateful to graduate and dedicated the achievement to his family.
"My message is simple. We have many children roaming around and the life we are living in is hard. We have to look after our families and work hard," he said.
Mr Raivuni hopes his achievement will inspire other young people to work hard, care for their families and pursue their goals despite the challenges.
