District representatives from the Serua Province were today reminded of government’s commitment towards developing education in the rural areas.
This message was highlighted by the Assistant Minister for Agriculture, Rural and Maritime Development and National Disaster Management Hon. Joeli Cawaki at the opening of the Serua Provincial Council meeting held at Sauniveiuto village in Serua today.
Mr Cawaki said government was working towards improving the standard of living of people by offering bus vouchers, scholarships and development of schools.
“For government to carry out the various developments for a province is not any easy task which was why the people of the province needed to manage their resources, revenue and time well,” Mr Cawaki said.
“The province of Serua can only move forward through accountable and transparent leaders,” Mr Cawaki said.
He encouraged district representatives to work with government in ensuring the progress of developments within the province.
“This year we plan to introduce the development plan from 2015-2020. This plan will focus on improving health services, infrastructure, educations and major developments within the various districts.
Turaga na Vunivalu of Serua Ratu Peni Latianara extended his support towards government's plan in improving the livelihoods of Fijians living in rural and maritime communities.
Other issues highlighted during the meeting were good governance, climate change and the protection of natural resources.