Premila Kumar

‘Nadi To Be Promoted As A Destination For Businesses’
SUNBIZ

‘Nadi To Be Promoted As A Destination For Businesses’

The Ministry of Local Government has been working closely with the Nadi Town Council and stakeholders to promote Nad...

School Heads Warned
NEWS

School Heads Warned

Only one fundraiser per year, with approval from ministry, says Minister

‘Female Prefects Equal Contributors In Leadership’
NATION

‘Female Prefects Equal Contributors In Leadership’

Female prefects have been equal contributors in leadership roles which creates an environment where everyone shows r...

Ministry Approves, Releases Sports Dates
SPORTS

Ministry Approves, Releases Sports Dates

The Ministry of Education, Herit­age and Arts considers sports an integral part of a child’s life as it contribut...

Bus, Carrier Stands Relocation Will Suit Vendors: Dutt
NATION, NEWS

Bus, Carrier Stands Relocation Will Suit Vendors: Dutt

A feasibility study will be carried out soon to relocate the bus and carrier stands in Savusavu. This was confirm...

Council’s Work With Chamber And Tourism Body Impresses Minister
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Council’s Work With Chamber And Tourism Body Impresses Minister

Minister for Local Government Premila Kumar commended the relationship between the Savusavu Town Council, its chambe...

Construction starts for $46K Hot Spring project
SUNBIZ

Construction starts for $46K Hot Spring project

Construction of a $46,000 project has commenced, in a bid to protect a natural resource and enhance its economic...

Hot Spring Project Adds To Savusavu Town’s Burgeoning Tourist Attraction
SUNBIZ

Hot Spring Project Adds To Savusavu Town’s Burgeoning Tourist Attraction

Savusavu’s tourist attraction is set to expand further when the Hot Spring project is completed by the end of May,...

Water Supply A Never Ending Problem, Says Suva Bus Stand Kiosk Operators
NEWS

Water Supply A Never Ending Problem, Says Suva Bus Stand Kiosk Operators

Kiosk operators near the Suva Bus Stand and Suva Market are worried about their water supply. They raised this is...

478 School Teachers Have Masters Degree
NATION, NEWS

478 School Teachers Have Masters Degree

A total of 478 teachers in Fiji have Master Qualification, the Minister for Education Premila Kumar revealed in Parl...

Redeveloped Ratu Sukuna Park Features Modern Café Overlooking Suva Harbour
NATION, NEWS

Redeveloped Ratu Sukuna Park Features Modern Café Overlooking Suva Harbour

The redevelopment of the iconic Ratu Sukuna Park will feature a modern café with a rooftop overlooking the Suva har...

Cokes, Deans On Hold
SPORTS

Cokes, Deans On Hold

Minister for Education, Heritage, and Arts Premila Kumar says proper planning is needed to consider holding the popu...

Tora Leads Ninth Branch Of Volunteer Movement In Fiji
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Tora Leads Ninth Branch Of Volunteer Movement In Fiji

Soroptimist International (SI) Fiji launched its ninth branch. The new branch, Soroptimist International Sugar City...

Heads Of School Training On Minister’s Top Priority List
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Heads Of School Training On Minister’s Top Priority List

Training for heads of schools will be a priority for Premila Kumar. The Minister for Education, Heritage and Arts, ...

Shortage Of Qualified Special-Ed Teachers
NEWS

Shortage Of Qualified Special-Ed Teachers

“Teachers who are here are from Early Childhood Education (ECE) and also from primary. When they come here we usua...

No Difference In Teaching Quality And Curriculum: Kumar On School Zoning
NEWS

No Difference In Teaching Quality And Curriculum: Kumar On School Zoning

Ms Kumar said that people perceived that schools located in urban areas were far better than rural areas.

A 70 per cent pass rate was recorded for the 2021 Year 13 Examinations.
NEWS

A 70 per cent pass rate was recorded for the 2021 Year 13 Examinations.

“This year students missed a huge amount of classroom learning but they continued with home studies with parents a...

Some Denial In Case Of Alleged Assault
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Some Denial In Case Of Alleged Assault

The Commission was in possession of photographic evidence, recorded the statement of the child and was also followin...

Around 30 % Of Teachers Are Males
NEWS

Around 30 % Of Teachers Are Males

“But the point I want to make here is that you want an equal number of men and women in school, what can we do whe...

 PE class compulsory, Should Never Be Replaced: Minister Premila Kumar
NATION, NEWS

 PE class compulsory, Should Never Be Replaced: Minister Premila Kumar

Teachers should never replace or swap Physi­cal Education classes with another class. This was the statement mad...

New Location For Labasa Market
NEWS

New Location For Labasa Market

Ms Kumar said they had already secured a land for the new market.

Students, Parents Urged To Be More Responsible
NEWS

Students, Parents Urged To Be More Responsible

“During school hours, we expect teachers and school management to ensure the safety of students,” said the minis...

Use Feature New Platforms, Minister Urges Teachers
NEWS

Use Feature New Platforms, Minister Urges Teachers

The ministry would also launch a teacher helpline dedicated for the 13,000 teachers

Schools Can Use Remaining Funds For School Projects
NEWS

Schools Can Use Remaining Funds For School Projects

However, Ms Kumar said these developments should be carried out once prior approval was received from the ministry.

Ministry Announces Reopening Of School For  ECE To Year 7
NEWS

Ministry Announces Reopening Of School For  ECE To Year 7

“The ministry has been following student attendance for Years Eight to 13 since schools resumed a week ago. As the...

New Design For Savusavu Market, Blue Town Initiative Crucial
NEWS

New Design For Savusavu Market, Blue Town Initiative Crucial

“We will soon start advertising the tender process for interested contractors to carry out the development”.

Park Upgrade To Benefit Savusavu Kids
NEWS

Park Upgrade To Benefit Savusavu Kids

Town Council chief executive officer, Seema Dutt, said the upgrade project was initially planned by the council, and...

Savusavu Hotsprings Project To Boost Eco-Tourism Activity: Premila Kumar
SUNBIZ

Savusavu Hotsprings Project To Boost Eco-Tourism Activity: Premila Kumar

“We will develop the area to make it more presentable and promote a feel-good factor for the hidden paradise and i...

Unwell Children Should Stay Home
NEWS

Unwell Children Should Stay Home

Students, from ECE to Year 11, will return to school to complete the remaining coverage and revisit concepts covered...

Minister Premila Kumar: Schools Will Open As Scheduled
NATION, NEWS

Minister Premila Kumar: Schools Will Open As Scheduled

"Some parents are saying that they don't want to send their children to school. I can only say that we can't force t...

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