Fish Galore At Vadravadra, Gau Yavirau
The first yavirau took place at the mataqali fishing grounds. A taboo was placed on the fishing grounds for over a year.
Thursday 31 December 2020 | 17:01
Visitors at Vadravadra village in Gau stood amazed as villagers participated in the annual yavirau or traditional fish drive.
The Naveivarati clan led the drive.
Mataqali Naveivarati leader, Leatasi Waqasaqa said the first fish drive took place on Christmas eve and a second one on Monday - in preparation for new year celebrations.
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The first yavirau took place at the mataqali fishing grounds. A taboo was placed on the fishing grounds for over a year.
"This was part of our preparation for relatives visiting from Suva, Nadi and Bua.
"They were all surprised at the amount of fish that were caught."
The first yavirau took place at the mataqali fishing grounds. Photo: Aporosa Draunbaka
The fish caught over the two days were distributed to families in the village.
There are five clans in Vadravadra village.
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