Water Authority of Fiji

03/09/2026

01/09/2026

𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗿𝘂𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 – 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗸𝗮 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀

The Water Authority of Fiji (WAF) wishes to advise its valued customers that a Planned Water Supply Disruptionwill take place 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟴:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟬𝟱 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, 𝘁𝗼 𝟯:𝟬𝟬 𝗔𝗠 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟬𝟲 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.

The interruption is necessary to undertake the final cut-in and connection works at the Lawai Reservoir outlet. These works will connect the newly laid DN 600 DICL trunk mains to the existing DN 450 outlet trunk mains from Lawai reservoir and enable the upgraded trunk main to be commissioned successfully.

This is a critical stage of WAF's Sigatoka water supply infrastructure upgrade. The existing two PVC DN375 trunk mains, which convey water from Lawai Reservoir towards Voua Reservoir and supply Sigatoka Town and surrounding communities, have experienced recurring breaks and service interruptions over several years.

These failures have affected supply reliability and have required repeated emergency repairs, including recent works along Valley Road at Kedrakulu.

The new approximately 2.0-kilometre DN600 trunk main along Valley Road to the Sigatoka Town Roundabout is funded by the Government of Fiji and is approximately 85% complete.

Once the remaining works are completed and the main is fully commissioned, the upgraded system will provide greater hydraulic capacity, reduce reliance on the ageing DN375 mains, lower the risk of recurring bursts and unplanned disruptions, and support a more reliable and resilient water supply for existing customers and future demand in Sigatoka and surrounding areas. Full commissioning is currently scheduled for October 2026.

As a result of these works, customers in the following areas may experience low water pressure to no water supply during the stated period:

• Lawaqa DMA:Kedrakulu, Sigatoka Town, St. Joan of Arc School, Mission Road, Top End, Sigatoka Village, Yavulo Village

• Rakirakievu / Kulukulu DMA:Sigatoka District School, Sigatoka Hospital, Depot, Nasama Village, Vunavutu Village, Kulukulu Village, Sigatoka Methodist High School, Kulukulu Public School, Volivoli Village, Yavilotu and Tulalevu

• Yadua DMA:Yadua Village, Whole of Malaqereqere, Nadroga Sangam School, Yadua Bay Resort, True mart, Yadua Housing Sub-Division, Vuvale Resort.

• Korotogo Back Road DMA:Ramada Suites, Korotogo Village, Muasara Housing Sub-Division, Old Government Road, Andhra Sangam School, Bula Retreat Hotel, Sea View Hotel, Sewerage Road.

• Laselase_Olosara DMA:60 Zone, Temple Road, Muni Ratnal Sub-Division, Ram Singh Road, Lateef Road, Oloolo Road, Sigatoka Methodist Schools, Nayawa Village, Nayawa Sub-Division, Laselase Village and Naroro Village.

The cut-in works are expected to be completed by 3:00 AM on Sunday, 06 September 2026. Water supply will then be restored progressively as the system is recharged and reservoirs and pipelines recover. Customers in elevated areas and at the ends of the network may experience a longer recovery period, with full normalization expected by 8:00 PM on Sunday, 06 September 2026.

WAF strongly advises customers in the affected areas to store sufficient water in clean, covered containers for essential household needs for at least two to three days and to use stored water sparingly during the disruption and recovery period.

Water carting trucks will be deployed to assist affected communities, with priority given to essential services and critical needs.

WAF apologises for the inconvenience and appreciates the patience, understanding and cooperation of its customers while these critical works are carried out to strengthen water supply reliability and service delivery across the Sigatoka system.

For updates and further information, customers are encouraged to follow the Water Authority of Fiji's official page.

Customers may contact WAF on 334 6777 or 5777 (all mobile networks), via email at [email protected] or visit the WAF website at www.waterauthority.com.fj

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For more information, please contact the WAF Communications Team via email at [email protected]

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01/09/2026

𝗪𝗔𝗙 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗪𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗪 𝗔𝗧 𝗦𝗘𝗞𝗢𝗨𝗟𝗔 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗘

The Water Authority of Fiji (WAF) wishes to advise customers and residents that a reported wastewater overflow at Sekoula Place, Laucala Beach, has been attended to and resolved by WAF's operations team.

Following an investigation, WAF confirmed that the overflow was caused by a blockage in the wastewater network resulting from clothing that had been illegally dumped into the wastewater system. This is the second such incident recorded within the past five days, with both cases linked to the improper disposal of foreign objects into WAF’s wastewater infrastructure.

WAF reminds customers that the wastewater network is designed to convey wastewater only. The disposal of clothing, wipes, plastics, sanitary products and other foreign materials into the wastewater system can cause significant blockages, leading to unwanted overflows that pose environmental and public health risks and result in unnecessary operational and maintenance costs.

WAF is urging all customers and communities to play their part in protecting wastewater infrastructure by disposing of waste appropriately and ensuring that only wastewater enters the network.

WAF appreciates the concerns raised by residents and thanks the community for promptly reporting the issue. The Authority remains committed to maintaining reliable wastewater services and responding swiftly to incidents that may affect public health and the environment.

Members of the public are encouraged to report water or wastewater-related issues by calling WAF on 3346777 or 5777 for all network users.

⚠️ VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED: Graphic content ahead showing substances causing the wastewater blockage and overflow.

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31/08/2026

EIA Public Consultation Meeting

The Water Authority of Fiji (WAF) invites residents and communities the of the vicinity of Kinoya and Nasinu as well as stakeholders to learn, ask questions and share their views on the proposed Kinoya Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade Works.

📍 Kinoya Village Hall
📅 Wednesday, 9 September 2026
⏰ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Your voice matters. Join us! 💧

28/08/2026

| The Water Authority of Fiji (WAF) seeks to recruit suitably qualified candidates to take up the following vacant positions;

For more information and to view the position descriptions, please go to our website.

🌐 https://careers.waterauthority.com.fj/

28/08/2026

| The Water Authority of Fiji (WAF) invites reputable organisations to submit their proposals for the following tenders.

The tender documents can be downloaded via https://www.tenderlink.com/waterauthority-fiji/

Tender submissions can be made via Tender Link, detailed instructions for submissions are mentioned in the Tender Documents.

All Quotation Submissions must be submitted through Tender Link before the stated closing time; late bids will not be accepted.

For any queries or issues in registering, downloading, or uploading documents, please get in touch with the Tender Link support team at [email protected]

If you would like more clarification on the Tender Process on the below RFQ, Team Leader Procurement on 2211623 or email [email protected]

𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗘: All emails are to be copied to Manager Procurement at [email protected]

27/08/2026

𝗪𝗔𝗙-𝗦𝗜𝗪𝗔 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲-𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽

Honiara, Solomon Islands (August 24), 2026 — Solomon Water - SIWA, with support from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), recently completed a week long Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS) knowledge-sharing and development workshop with the Water Authority of Fiji (WAF) in Honiara from 17-21 August, 2026.

The workshop provided an opportunity for Solomon Water staff to learn from WAF’s experience in developing and implementing an ESMS, undertake practical site visits, and conduct consultations with Solomon Water teams to understand existing environmental and social practices, systems, policies and procedures.

A key outcome of the workshop was the completion of an initial gap analysis, which confirmed that Solomon Water already has a range of systems and good practices for managing environmental and social risks. These include the Water Safety Plan, health and safety systems, catchment management arrangements, customer and grievance mechanisms, human resources policies, operational procedures and project safeguards processes. However, these practices are currently spread across different departments and are not always connected through one consistent organisational framework.

The workshop therefore provided a clear basis for developing a Solomon Water-owned ESMS that will connect existing practices, clarify roles and responsibilities, strengthen risk management and ensure environmental and social considerations are incorporated into routine organisational decision-making.

The ESMS will be aligned with Solomon Islands legislation and Solomon Water’s existing policies, plans and procedures.

Key outcomes:

✅️ Increased knowledge-sharing between WAF and Solomon Water on practical ESMS development and implementation.

✅️ Completed initial consultations and gap analysis across Solomon Water departments.

✅️ Identified existing environmental and social systems and good practices that can be strengthened and integrated.

✅️ Identified priority gaps, including coordination, documentation, accountability, early integration of E&S considerations and capacity.

✅️ Agreed on the direction and key components of the Solomon Water ESMS.

✅️ Established a practical work programme for developing the ESMS framework, policy, tools, templates and SOP integration recommendations.

The next phase will focus on translating the findings from the workshop into a practical ESMS package consisting of framework and policy for senior management and Board consideration, followed by awareness, socialisation and eventual implementation support.

The overall objective is not to create another donor safeguards system, but to establish a practical, Solomon Water-owned management system that builds on existing practices and makes environmental and social management part of normal business operations.

As part of the closing, Solomon Water and WAF exchanged cultural gifts, celebrating friendship, shared Pacific values and regional cooperation.

Acting CEO Mr. Ray Andresen expressed his gratitude to WAF and ADB for facilitating the workshop, highlighting the importance of Pacific collaboration and peer-to-peer knowledge sharing in strengthening water utilities across the region.

The workshop was facilitated by Ms Julia Whippy, ADB Consultant, Ms Rolini Nand, Head of Environment Safeguards Unit, WAF, Mr Jay Roop, ADB Safeguards Team Leader, and Ms Kate Walker, ADB Technical Assistance Consultant.

ADB in the Pacific | Pacific Water and Wastewater Association

24/08/2026

24/08/2026