Tight Security for Fiji Finals

Strict security measures will be in place at the Coca-Cola Games venue and surrounding areas to ensure the safety of students and the public.

Traffic control will also be implemented during Fiji’s biggest three-day secondary school event, starting tomorrow at the HFC Bank Stadium in Suva.

Land Transport Authority (LTA), in partnership with the Fiji Police Force and the Ministry of Education, yesterday announced a joint operation focusing on traffic control, student behaviour, and public safety.

LTA’s Road Safety Education and Awareness team leader, Gerald Nathan, said both public and private vehicles must follow the rules.

“There should not be any flags flying outside any vehicle. It’s a distraction and can cause accidents,” Mr Nathan said.

He added that public transport operators have been instructed not to play loud music, and students caught misbehaving—such as rocking buses, using offensive language, or showing disrespect— will face serious consequences under the law.

“Bus drivers have been advised to stop their buses near police stations if passengers act disorderly,” he said.

The Ministry of Education is also warning that any school found not supervising their students properly, especially on hired buses, will face the consequences.

It is required that teachers accompany students during transport to and from the games.

Police director operations Senior Superintendent of Police Kasiano Vusonilawe confirmed that overcrowded buses, stomping inside buses and other unsafe acts will not be tolerated.

“If anyone breaks traffic rules or misbehaves, legal action will be taken,” SSP Vusonilawe said.

LTA, police and education ministry officials have visited schools to enlighten the students about safety on the roads and at the games.

Parents are also urged to talk to their children about behaving responsibly throughout the three-day event.

“This is a big event for our youths, safety must come first — on the roads, in the buses, and at the games,” Mr Nathan said.

Law enforcement agencies have stated that there is zero tolerance for any illegal or unsafe behaviour during this year’s games.

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