Darlow commissions four water projects
“The projects were funded by New Zealand government through Habitat for Humanity Fiji and it was commissioned by Ms Darlow.”
Saturday 15 March 2025 | 13:04
New Zealand High Commissioner to Fiji Charlotte Darlow with the people during the water projects commissioning in Rabi Island on March 13, 2025. Photo: Courtesy of New Zealand High Commission
New Zealand (NZ) High Commissioner to Fiji Charlotte Darlow commissioned four water projects for four different settlements in Rabi Island on Thursday.
Rabi Island Council administrator Iakoba Jacob Karutake said the timely commissioning had eased water problems on the island.
“The total estimated cost of the four projects is around $80,000 benefiting about 700 people,” Mr Karutake said.
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“The projects were funded by New Zealand government through Habitat for Humanity Fiji and it was commissioned by Ms Darlow.”
He said through these projects the people would now have consistent water supply to their households.
At Tabwewa Meang/Seven Day Adaventist Settlement, the dam and water system to the main tank was upgraded benefiting around 70 households.
Kesukesu Settlement at Uma Village has a new water tank with the piping system constructed benefitting close to 30 households.
The upgrading of dam and piping system at Nadoi Settlement now is a relief to close to 50 households.
The fourth project at Tiburaro Settlement was the construction of a new water tank and piping system that benefitted close to 15 households.
Following the commissioning there will be no more long walks to fetch water for elderly, children and disabled.
The NZ High Commission is proud to partner with Habitat for Humanity Fiji in supporting not just one but four settlements in Rabi, with increased access to the most basic need.
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