Aseri Radrodro

Queenslander!!! See you in Brisbane ❤️

𝐌𝐎𝐄 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘 𝟑

The safety and well-being of our students, teachers, and school communities remain our highest priority.

Following consultations with the National Disaster Risk Management Office (NDRMO), the Fiji Meteorological Service, and relevant authorities, schools in most divisions will resume normal operations tomorrow, Wednesday, 17 June.

However, due to ongoing adverse weather conditions and safety concerns:
📍 Naitasiri, Namosi & Rewa schools will remain closed.
📍 Ra Education District schools will remain closed.
📍 Lau & Kadavu Education District schools will remain closed.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to exercise discretion and prioritize the safety of their children.

I thank our teachers, school leaders, parents, and communities for your continued cooperation and resilience during this time.

Please continue to stay informed through official Ministry of Education updates.

Vinaka vakalevu and stay safe Fiji.

𝐖𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓: 𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐀𝐈𝐍 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐎𝐃𝐀𝐘

Following consultations with the National Disaster Risk Management Office (NDRMO) and the Fiji Meteorological Service, and after careful assessment of the latest weather forecasts, I have directed that all schools throughout Fiji remain closed today, Tuesday 16 June.

This precautionary decision has been made due to persistent heavy rainfall, strong winds, flooding, and coastal inundation affecting many parts of the country. The safety and wellbeing of our students, teachers, and school communities remain our highest priority.

I urge all parents and guardians to keep children safely at home and avoid crossing flooded roads, bridges, creeks, or rivers. School Heads are requested to continue monitoring local conditions and maintain communication with their respective District Education Offices.

I thank parents, guardians, teachers, school leaders, students, and the wider public for their understanding, cooperation, and continued support during this period. The Ministry will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide further updates regarding the reopening of schools when it is safe to do so.

𝐏𝐔𝐓𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐓𝐘 𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐒𝐓

As Minister for Education, I remain committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all students, teachers, and families throughout Fiji.

Following consultations with the National Disaster Management Office (NDMO) and relevant authorities, schools will continue to operate as normal. However, I encourage parents and guardians to exercise their discretion where local weather conditions or travel routes may pose a risk to their children.

The safety of our students will always be our highest priority. I urge everyone to remain vigilant, avoid flooded roads, creeks, and rivers, and continue to monitor official weather updates and advisories.

I thank our school leaders, teachers, parents, and communities for their cooperation and commitment as we work together to provide a safe learning environment for every child.

— Hon. Aseri Radrodro
Minister for Education

𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐌 𝟑 𝐖𝐈𝐋𝐋 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐔𝐄 𝐀𝐒 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐃

The Ministry of Education confirms that there are no changes to the 2026 school calendar.

✅ Term 3 will start on 7 September 2026 and end on 4 December 2026.
✅ All schools will operate normally.
✅ Students are expected to attend classes as usual.
✅ Year 8, Year 12, and Year 13 national examinations will proceed as scheduled.
✅ Teaching, learning, assessments, and school programmes will continue without interruption.

The Ministry also reminds the public to rely on official Ministry communications and avoid misinformation or rumours.

𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄 𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐑𝐎𝐃𝐑𝐎 𝐌𝐄𝐄𝐓𝐒 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐌𝐄 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐓𝐎 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐂𝐔𝐒𝐒 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐏𝐎𝐒𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝐇𝐎𝐒𝐏𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐌 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐉𝐄𝐂𝐓

Today, I had the opportunity to meet with Prime Health Founder Dr. Karam Singh and Operations Director Mr. Varinava Tiko at the Ministry of Education Headquarters to discuss the proposed Prime Health South Pacific project for Lautoka.

The proposal outlines the development of a modern tertiary hospital and integrated medical tourism precinct at Tavakubu Hill, aimed at enhancing access to specialised healthcare services for the people of Fiji and the wider Pacific region.

The project has the potential to strengthen our healthcare system, create employment opportunities, attract investment, and position Fiji as a regional hub for advanced medical services and medical tourism.

Discussions also covered the proposed regional referral model, supporting patients from neighbouring Pacific Island countries who require specialist treatment not readily available in their home countries.

I acknowledge the vision presented by Prime Health and welcome continued dialogue with relevant Government ministries and stakeholders as the proposal progresses through the consultation process.

Investments in health infrastructure are investments in our people, our future, and the sustainable development of our nation.

𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗬 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗡𝗘𝗪 $𝟯𝟲𝟯,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗠𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗜-𝗣𝗨𝗥𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗘 𝗛𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗔𝗧 𝗦𝗨𝗩𝗔 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗦𝗧 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟

Today, I had the honour of officially opening the new $363,000 Multi-Purpose Hall at Suva Adventist Primary School in Lami.

This outstanding achievement reflects the dedication and commitment of the school management, the Seventh-day Adventist Church, parents, former students, teachers, and the wider community who worked together to make this project a reality.

The new hall will provide valuable opportunities for our 754 students through assemblies, examinations, sports, cultural activities, leadership programmes, and community events.

As Minister for Education, I remain committed to improving school facilities and ensuring every child has access to a safe and supportive learning environment. This project demonstrates what can be achieved when schools, parents, faith-based organisations, and communities work together for the benefit of our children.

Vinaka vakalevu to everyone who contributed to this important milestone.

𝐋𝐀𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐍𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 🏉📚

Today, I had the honour of officially launching the 2026 Fiji Secondary Schools Rugby Union Deans Competition, one of the most respected and celebrated school sporting competitions in our nation.

For 87 years, the Deans Competition has played a significant role in shaping young Fijians, promoting not only sporting excellence but also discipline, leadership, teamwork, resilience, and character. It continues to be an important platform for the holistic development of our students.

I am encouraged by the growing participation in this competition, with school involvement increasing each year. This reflects the strong commitment of our schools, teachers, coaches, parents, and communities in supporting the development of our young people through sport.

The Ministry of Education remains committed to ensuring that our schools are safe, inclusive, and drug-free environments. I encourage all students to make positive choices, stay focused on their education, and uphold the values of respect, integrity, and responsibility both on and off the field.

The Deans Competition aligns strongly with the vision of the Education Bill 2025, which promotes academic achievement alongside character development, leadership, and lifelong learning.

School rugby has also provided pathways for many talented athletes to progress to higher levels of competition, including national representative teams, the Fijian Drua, and the Flying Fijians. We are proud of the opportunities this competition continues to create for our young people.

As we begin the 2026 season, I remind all schools, coaches, managers, and officials of the importance of student welfare, player safety, safeguarding standards, and proper concussion management.

I wish all participating schools, players, coaches, managers, officials, and supporters a safe, successful, and memorable season. May this year's competition showcase the very best of sportsmanship, teamwork, and excellence.

Vinaka vakalevu and all the best for the 2026 Deans Competition. 🇫🇯🏉

𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗘𝗫𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗜𝗡 𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗨 𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗨𝗔𝗚𝗘 𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡

I was honoured to attend the 2026 Macuata Muslim League Fiji Annual Urdu Awards Night at Labasa Muslim College and join students, teachers, parents, school leaders, and community members in celebrating excellence in Urdu language education.

I commend the Macuata Muslim League Fiji for its longstanding contribution to education and community development in the Northern Division. Language education plays an important role in preserving our culture, heritage, and identity, and I encourage our students to continue embracing mother tongue learning.

Congratulations to all award recipients and participants. Your dedication and achievements are a testament to the value of hard work, perseverance, and lifelong learning.

🎉 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐖𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐬 🎉

I am truly humbled and grateful to the Executive Support Unit Team for hosting a small birthday celebration in my honour today.

I sincerely thank everyone for their kind wishes, prayers, and words of encouragement. Your support inspires me to continue serving our students, teachers, schools, and communities with dedication and commitment.

As Minister for Education, I remain focused on strengthening Fiji's education system and creating greater opportunities for every learner. The progress we have achieved together, including the endorsement of the Education Bill, reflects the collective efforts of many committed individuals who share a vision for a better future for our children.

I am grateful for the trust and confidence placed in me, and I look forward to continuing this important work alongside all our education stakeholders.

Vinaka vakalevu for your kindness, support, and friendship. May God bless you all and bless Fiji.