Table of Content IMPORTANT LANDMARKS FOR TOURISTS .............................................................................. 2 SHOPPING, CLOTHING AND HANDICRAFT .............................................................................. 6 CLUBS AND ASSOCIATIONS .................................................................................................... 8 RESTAURANTS (WINE AND DINE) ........................................ ERROR! BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED. TRANSPORTATIONS ............................................................................................................. 16 POLICE AND SECURITY ......................................................................................................... 17 EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS ................................................................................................ 18 NADI TOWN COUNCIL .......................................................................................................... 20 CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY OF FIJI...................................................................................... 22 1 Important Landmarks for tourists 1. Sabeto Hot Springs and Mud Pool (Awarded a certificate of Excellence) Address: Wailoko Rd | Sabeto, Nadi, Viti Levu 10944, Nadi Airport, Fiji Variously known as the Sabeto Hot Springs or Sabeto Mud Baths, this activity is one way to immerse yourself into the Fijian way of life! Located halfway between the major cities of Nadi and Lautoka on the main island of Viti Levu, the Fijian mud baths are a must-do holiday experience. . The site has basic changing and toilet facilities and is a little out of the way, but worth the effort. You'll receive a guided tour of the area before you get to immerse yourself in warm mud. The social experience of getting dirty with locals and other travellers is quite levelling, and given the rise of Fiji as a destination for nuptials, the mud baths are also a popular and unique pampering ritual to share with a wedding party. 1. Garden of the Sleeping Giant The Garden of the Sleeping Giant sits at the foothills of the Nausori Highlands about 10 minutes drive north of Nadi. The attractive landscaped gardens specialize in Fiji’s native plants as well as housing an impressive collection of orchids, some native. A jungle walk takes visitors past a large lily pond and through native forest. Located about half an hour from Nadi, The Garden of Sleeping Giant is a beautiful orchid range started in 1977 by the late Raymond Burr, star of Perry Mason and Ironside. The gardens showcase more than two thousand different kinds of orchids, covering 20 hectares. For an entry fee of just $10, you can wander through the lush and fertile plantation to your heart’s content. Right next door is Raymond Burr’s holiday shack, which is also open to visitors. The shack still contains a few items that belonged to the superstar, including photographs, his favorite chair and even his walking cane. It costs about $8 to see the house, and the entry price includes a delightful afternoon tea. Whether you are into gardens or not, the Garden of the Sleeping Giant is sure to take your breath away. The exquisite beauty of the garden is unsurpassed by most, housing one of the world’s largest orchid collections plus beautiful cultivated greenery and enchanting lily ponds, the Garden of the Sleeping Giant is not to be missed. Take a picnic and enjoy the peace and serenity of some of 2 the most stunning gardens on earth. The gardens are open Monday to Saturdays – 9 am to 5 pm. 2. Naval Village Visit the last authentic traditional Fijian village deep into Fiji's interior mountain landscape. Partake in the tradional welcome kava ceremony, tour the village, school, mingle with the villagers and cool off in the fresh water river of Navala. Navala is a 200 year old, picturesque village built in the old ways, preserving the traditional native ‘bure’ or thatched hut; Navala is home to roughly 1000 people. Once at the village, you will be welcomed in the traditional way with a kava ceremony. You will then be taken on a guided tour of the village, the village school, mingle with the locals and hear old legends and stories of this beautiful, ancient village. This will be the perfect time to take pictures with the locals and the beautifully preserved homes they live in. You can then take a dip in the cool waters of the nearby river then lunch at the village. You will also witness various activities such as coconut tree climbing and also sample the cool coconut juice from a freshly picked coconut. 3. Diving and Snorkeling Fiji is known as the “Soft Coral Capital of the World” and is also home to the “Great Astrolabe Reef”. A network of brilliant coral reefs surrounds our 333islands and atolls. With around 1000 species of fish and several hundred types of coral and sponges, Fiji offers a unique diving experience. With over 4000 square miles of coral reef, Fiji Islands offer divers unparalleled marine biodiversity. If you feel like going beyond the beautiful reef dives venture into reef passages and come face to face with Grey Reef sharks, Silvertips, Hammerheads and White Tips. If you’d like to get to know them a bit better and at closer range, expect an adrenalin rush from what is known as the ‘Best shark dive in the world’ as you dive with the sharks observing experienced Fijian divers carry out the famous ‘shark feeding. If you’re looking for an amazing experience at a slightly slower pace, you can swim with the giant Manta Rays. Between May and October these elegant creatures bless the waters off Manta Ray Island with a visit, MantaRays are one of the largest fish in the ocean, some span as big as 6.5metres. 3 Fiji is also home to five species of turtles, the most famous being the Hawksbill Turtle, which are now protected species. Many of the resorts now have conservation programs to look after these precious locals. Our moderate water temperature makes for year-round diving and the visibility is a photographers dream. 5. Ice Bar Ice Bar is based in Nadi, Fiji – close to the International Airport and a range of Hotels and Accommodation. Ice Bar provides an ideal platform for locals and visitors to the Fiji Islands when it comes to night life. Looking to head out for the night with the ladies or catch up with the guys over a few drinks, then Ice bar is where you want to be heading to. A Fresh, Classy and sophisticated Nightspot, Ice bar nadi is where you need to be when in Fiji. Offering you awesome customer service, as well as the best drink prices you'll ever come across, nothing but the latest music, ranging from the good 'old school' hits to the music of today. Ice bar caters for birthday parties, Stag/hens nights, reception parties and much more. Famous for our 'custom made drinks' as well as our 'theme nights' is something you'll remember Ice bar by. They also run a shuttle to and from hotels within the vicinity of the bar and for those who need a safe sober ride home after a good night out. Also provide safety as well as security for the customers as this is one of Their main priorities. 6. Sri Siva Subramaniya Swami Temple At the base of Main St, away from Nadi’s boisterous main drag, this peaceful Hindu temple is one of the few places outside India where you can see traditional Dravidian architecture. The whole place is painted in colours bright enough to make your eyes ache and looks fantastic against cloudless, blue skies. The wooden carvings of Hindu deities travelled all the way from India, as did the artists who dressed the temple in its colourful coat and impressive ceiling frescos. New murals are still being commissioned and it’s quite possible that you’ll see resident artist ST Santosh lying, Michelangelo-style, on scaffolding as he paints the temple’s ceilings. Nadi’s festivals, such as Karthingai Puja (held monthly), Panguni Uthiram Thiru-naal (in April) and Thai Pusam (January), attract worshippers from around the world. Devotees circle the temple where they offer banana, smash a coconut, burn some camphor and receive blessing from the priest. Some of these festivals last several days and it’s worth attending if they coincide with your plans. 4 Visitors are welcome as long as they wear neat and modest dress and remove their shoes at the temple entrance. It is fine to take photos in the grounds but not inside the temple. Non-Hindus are asked not to enter the inner sanctum, which is reserved for devotees bringing offerings. 7. Port Denerau This charming port area is a hub for charter tours, relaxing resorts, cultural performances and adventures to the Mamanuca and Yasawa islands. Port Denarau, a busy marina and gateway to the stunning Mamanuca and Yasawa islands. The port features a scenic marina and fantastic opportunities for shopping, dining and experiencing the local culture. The marina is the heart of Denarau Island, an extensive resort area built up from the mangrove wetlands northwest of Viti Levu. With its connections by land, sea and air, Port Denarau is a great place to base your trip on Fiji’s main islands. Stroll around the waterfront to see the different yachts and cruise ships moored at the marina. Begin a boating adventure here and book a sailing tour around the Mamanuca and Yasawa islands. Join a snorkelling or scuba diving trip departing from the port and experience the stunning sights of tropical fish and coral reefs. Four-wheel-drive tours and helicopter rides are also available for exploring the secluded villages and stunning landscapes on Viti Levu and beyond. The port’s mall area offers a range of shopping destinations, from fashion boutiques and beachwear shops to local craft stores. Grab a snack from the bakeries and ice cream stalls, or try authentic Fijian cuisine and contemporary Asian fare at the mall’s restaurants. Sample fragrant curries with sweet potato, taro or cassava or try fresh Japanese-style tuna steak and locally caught seafood marinated in lime and coconut. Catch an exciting cultural event at the waterfront amphitheatre or at select resorts. Experience traditional Fijian and Indian music performances and watch the dancers and festivities. Cooking demonstrations, art exhibitions and festivals taking place at the port. Attend the annual Jazz and Blues Festival or the South Pacific Food and Wine Festival. Denarau Island resorts and an inter-resort shuttle service is also available. Parking can be found at the port for a small fee. The shopping mall is open daily, but individual stores and events may have differing opening times. 5 Shopping, Clothing and Handicraft Visit Jack's of Fiji (Fiji's largest merchant), Prouds, and Tappoo, all of which have branches on the Queen's Road in Nadi Town, at Port Denarau, and the shopping arcades of the larger hotels. In Nadi Town, the upstairs rooms of Jack's of Fiji are filled with clothing and leather goods. Tappoo carries a broad range of merchandise, including electronics, cameras, and sporting goods. Prouds concentrates on perfumes, watches, and jewelry including Fiji's own J. Hunter black pearls. In addition to being the shove-off point for cruises and transfers to the islands, Port Denarau is the shopping mecca on Denarau Island. This modern mall has a Jack's of Fiji branch, a surf shop, two banks and a FourEx currency exchange, a grocery and wine store, an ice-cream parlor, and several restaurants. "Duty-Free" Shopping Fiji has the most developed shopping industry in the South Pacific, as will be very obvious when you walk along the main thoroughfare in Nadi Town. The Fiji government charges an import tax on merchandise brought into the country; so, despite their claims to the contrary, the stores aren't "duty-free." I have found much better prices and selections on the Internet and at large-volume dealers such as Best Buy and Circuit City in the United States, so shop around at home first so that you can compare the prices in Fiji. Also the models offered in the duty-free shops here are seldom the latest editions. You should have no problems buying watches, cameras, and electronic gear from large merchants such as Prouds and Tappoo, but get receipts that accurately describe your purchases from small stores. You can pay for your duty-free purchases by credit card. That way, if something goes wrong after you're back home, you can solicit help from the financial institution that issued the card. If you missed anything, you'll get one last chance at the huge shops in the departure lounge at Nadi Airport. Handicrafts Fijians produce a wide variety of handicrafts, such as carved tanoa (kava) bowls, war clubs, and cannibal forks; woven baskets and mats; pottery (which has seen a renaissance of late); and masi (tapa) cloth. Although generally not of the quality of those produced in Tonga, they are made in prolific quantities. The larger shops sell some very fine face masks and nguzunguzus (pronounced noo-zoonoo-zoos), the inlaid canoe prows carved in the Solomon Islands, and some primitive art from Papua New Guinea. 6 The largest and best-stocked shop on Queen's Road is Jack's of Fiji (tel. 670 0744). It has a wide selection of handicrafts, jewelry, T-shirts, clothing, and paintings by local artists. The prices are reasonable and the staff is helpful rather than pushy. The Chefs The Restaurant complex is on premises. Jack's of Fiji has other outlets including the shopping arcade of the Sheraton Fiji Resort (tel. 670 1777), at the Tokatoka Resort Hotel (tel. 672 0400). Other places to look are Nadi Handicraft Center (tel. 670 2357) and Nad's Handicrafts (tel. 670 3588). Nadi Handicraft Center has an upstairs room carrying clothing, leather goods, jewelry, and black pearls. Nad's usually has a good selection of Fijian pottery. Nadi Handicraft Market is a collection of stalls on the Queen's Road near the south end of Nadi Town. The best are operated by Fijian women who sell baskets and other goods woven of pandanus, a palm whose supple leaves are more durable than those of the coconut tree. Tropical Clothing You'll have innumerable choices of tropical clothing here, but for the most unusual items in the entire South Pacific, head out to Michoutouchkine Creations at the Sheraton Fiji (tel. 675 0518). This little shop carries the colorful creations of Nicolai Michoutouchkine and Aloi Pilioki, two noted Vanuatu artists whose unique squiggly swirls and swooshes distinguish each of their shirts, blouses, pant suits, and beach towels. 7 Clubs and Associations 1. The New Nadi Farmers Club and Restaurant Icy cold beer and delicious food Tropical river side ‘Aussie Beer Garden’ Free Entertainment Live music Fijian Dance and Fire Show. 2.Nadi Sports Club The club has often been referred to as the best kept secret in Nadi and in many ways it is. It offers a facility that is unmatched in Fiji. It has a large Club House with a bar that serves some of the most reasonably priced beverages in the country. The bar is home to snooker tables that draw a dedicated group of players on a regular basis. The four astro turfed tennis courts are among the best in Fiji and have produced many a top player. The fifth hard court caters as another tennis court, Basketball Court or five aside football court. The 25m swimming pool is the largest pool of its type in the West and is home to the Nadi Mako and Nadi Barracuda Swim Clubs. Both of which have and still produce some of the top Fiji swimmers and coaches. The Bowing Green is quite rightly often referred to as the best green in Fiji and is host to many competitions and is home to some of the country's top players. The two squash courts are also maintained to a high standard and have an active group of young and old players. The Club Gym is well utilized and is one of the best in Nadi with new equipment purchased in 2012. 3. Nadi Mosque Fiji Muslim League core business was EDUCATION as enshrines in one of its schools’ emblem which epitomizes the Quranic concept of “Knowledge is light” (Nadi Muslim College’s motto) FML through their Nadi Branch manages three educational institutions, namely, Nadi Muslim Kindergarten, Nadi Muslim Primary School and Nadi Muslim College. The branch also manages the Nadi Jame Mosque and the Momi Mosque with the five Markaz in the District. 8 From their Zakaat Fund – (Baitul Maal) they caters needy families throughout the year. FML’s Nadi branch maintains the upkeep of the Enamanu Cemetry and the Cane Farm. 4. Swami Vivekananda College in Nadi - Rama Krishna Mission Believed to be the country’s largest meditation centre, the Rama Krishna Universal Mediation Centre Located at the Swami Vivekananda College in Nadi. Meditation is the technique of systematically developing the concentration of the mind to harness the mental energies. “The Rama Krishna Mission has been in Fiji since the 1930s and our focus mostly has been on education and we didn’t have a proper place to worship,” Swami Tadananda said. There was a need of a place for spiritual culture to meditate in the world where there is so much tension, frustration, depression and people struggling at a mental and emotional level. Children should be trained and equipped so that they can face the challenges of life in future. 9 Restrurant 1. Fijian Style -Na Dina Port Denarau Marina Renowned for their delicious fish dishes, this restaurant offers a truly terrific taste of Fiji! 2. Japanese –Daikoku Northern Press Rd, Martintar Daikoku Nadi offers the finest Japanese sushi and seafood around. The culinary show performed by the skillful chefs at Daikoku are reason enough to spend an evening here. order the fried rice for entertainment value! Bookings are definitely recommended. Order off the menu downstairs or head upstairs for teppanyaki. 3. Korean -Arirang Korean Restaurant Martintar Mouth wateringly good Korean food served in a clean and friendly environment. - Ikkyu Tanoa Int. Hotel A recently reopened due to popular demand, this authentic Japenese dining experience is open for lunch and dinner from Tuesday to Saturday. 4. Fine Dining - Ports O’ Call Sheraton Resort, Denarau Ports O’ Call has been operating for 25 years. The restaurant offers guests a premium international menu with specialty dishes and its famous tableside silver service unlike anywhere else in Fiji. Featuring authentic décor to 5. The Fiji Premium Clubhouse 10 Denarau Golf & Racquet Club The Fiji Premium Clubhouse at the Denarau Golf & Racquet Club provides a casual family dining experience for lunch and dinner. Choose from the tempting delights on the a la carte lunch menu, or enjoy a special wood fired pizza. The venue features a sports lounge complete with live coverage of sports on a big screen plus a coffee lounge, New Zealand natural ice cream parlour and a 360 degree bar serving icy cold Fiji Premium, Fiji Bitter and Fiji Gold on draft with live entertainment. 6. French -Atmosphere French Brasserie Queens Rd, Martintar, Atmosphere is fast becoming known for its delicious traditional French cuisine! This quiet, little restaurant is a favourite with locals and visitors alike for its cosy atmosphere and its authentic French dining menu prepared by the Chef Jacques and his wife Jocelyne. 7. International Style - Lulu’s Port Denarau Marina It is a happening restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating serving fresh fish and sushi among many other delicious options from their menu. Even if you don’t feel like sitting down to eat, you will find a funky, friendly bar with a great atmosphere. Live music usually accompanies the evening crowd. 8. Cardo’s Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar Port Denarau Marina seafood and steakhouse. Large and delicious steaks are served to your request on hot plates with the accompanying veg of your choice. Great kids menu and veggie options. 11 A great place to sit with a group of friends to catch up over an icecold beer or glass of crisp wine. Live music is often being played in the background, but not at a volume that drowns out your conversation. 9. Salt Sofitel, Fiji Resort, Denarau Island A beautiful ocean view backdrop for breakfast lunch or dinner. Sashimi, pasta, Fijian food, Seafood, Thai, and anything from the Tandoori oven is especially great. The portions are generous and the cocktails are dangerous! 10. Hard Rock Café Port Denarau Marina Everything you would expect from this international chain of restaurants. Great burgers and American style food. Happy hour is daily from 3-6pm and there is usually a special to add to the regular menu. Be sure to ask the staff to sing for you, their tabletop rendition of YMCA is extremely entertaining! 11. Flying Fish Restaurant Sheraton Resort Fiji Renowned internationally for its creative culinary dishes and stunning ambiance Flying Fish introduces inspirational flavours from across the world, uniquely blended with a wide array of fresh seafood, for which the Fiji Islands are famous for. 12. Chinese Style - Sentai Seafood Cnr Sagayam Rd & Main St Outstanding authentic Chinese cuisine. Using only the freshest seafood and other ingredients the restaurant redefines fine dining for lunch and dinner services. 12 13. Fast Food -LC’s Resturant & Bar Hillside Rd, Namaka | A light and spacious restaurant providing fast and efficient service. Order delicious fresh seafood from an extensive menu. Salt and Pepper Prawns are a favourite! 14. Asian Cuisine - Zing The Westin With stunning views of Nadi Bay, the Zing Menu at Ocean Terrace draws its inspiration from Asian cuisine. It features a variety of fresh produce and ingredients. Here you can share an array of eclectic dishes that focus on authentic flavors. 15. Italian Style -Flavio’s Denarau Rd An experience like no other in Fiji. Grab some friends (maximum of 12) and dine amongst the stock and produce of an authentic Italian Deli. Sit around the large table and enjoy a selection of vivid wines whilst watching Italian Chef Flavio create a mouthwatering traditional Italian feast. 16. Indian Style - Sitar Indian & Thai Cuisine Lot 1, Cnr Wailoaloa & Queens Rd, Martindar Experience authentic Indian & Thai cuisine from all regions of India prepared using traditional methods. Catering for every taste, from mild to roaring hot curries. Dine in or take away. 17. Coffee Shops -Zigzag Café Ground Flr, Prouds Bldg, Take a break from the heat of Nadi town and relax with a great cup of coffee and a delicious sandwich or snack served by one of the friendly staff. - Biloccino Port Denarau 13 Coffees, sandwiches and cakes beautifully prepared and served in a cosy coffee shop environment in the heart of Port Denarau. -Bulaccino Café Nataly Bldg, Namaka Café, Restaurant & Wine Bar (at the back) offering a European vibe with a local twist. Great coffees and more! Air-conditioned with al fresco seating available. Open for Breakfast & Lunch 7 days, and Dinner Wed-Sun. 18. Parties -Chime Sheraton Resort the exciting Chime bar is the perfect social spot for a tropical cocktail, offering a charismatic lounge-style setting with the latest music, a spacious dance floor, and live entertainment. 19. Drinks and food -ICE Bar Jetpoint Plaza, Martintar Locals and visitors party the night away side by side, 7 days a week, from 6pm – 4am. Regular theme nights including ‘Cue Tuesdays’ when its all about the pool tables, and DJ’s pumping out the newest tunes to get you dancing the night away. 20. -Hemisphere Bar (at the back of Bulaccino) Nataly Bldg, Namaka A trendy, well stocked wine bar with al fresco seating and a great tapas menu. 21. Eds Bar 51 Queens Rd, Martintar One of Nadi’s most popular watering holes for locals and tourists alike. Friendly bar folk keep the cheap drinks flowing while live bands keep your feet tapping. Pool tables dotted around lead to friendly competitions and provide a great way to make new friends. 14 As the night goes on, the foot tapping turns to dancing which invariably continues into the early hours. 15 Transportations The Awesome Catamaran The Awesome Adventure-catamaran is another ship that can be taken on a regular basis to hop from one Fiji-island to another one SV Spirit of the Pacific The sailing yacht "SV Spirit of the Pacific" to cruise on a small boat around the Fiji-islands and other areas of the Southern Pacific. Cruise on the Dawn Princess Port Denerau onboard of the cruiseship Dawn Princess, a giant cruiseship with a capacity of more than 1900 passangers and about 1000 crewmembers the beach hop-on hop-off bus Around of Port Denerau and various hotels with great beaches and this hop-on hop-off bus will take you to all of them on a regular basis The Bula Bus The Bula Bus is free. It goes from resort to resort on Denarau Island and to the Denarau Shuttles Small west bus shuttles operating frequently specially for resorts and hotels from Nadi town. 16 Police and Security We have tight security at the International Airport and alert guard force to provide full protecting of people arriving in our country. In Nadi town basically most of the shops, all banks and money exchanges places have security guards and with civilian camera to avoid and prevent any sort of misconduct to harassment to the general public. We have Namaka police station and Nadi town police including Small police post all over Nadi Town. Police patrols happen in day and night on the streets of Nadi Town, namaka area and Martaintar to ensure the safety of people. 17 Events and Celebrations Magical event will be hosting some awesome future events to promote Nadi and to uplift the Nadi in Economical aspects. These events include Nadi Excellence in Business Awards which we already started working on the marketing plan. Other events can include Local Fashion show to give opportunity for the rising talent in and around Nadi area, Handicraft and Art Gala displays, and also not forgetting Events to display various cultures and unity like the celebrations of Easter, Holi, Eid, Fiji Day, Diwali, Christmas and New Year .As these event can attract more tourist inflow in our town. This way we can really show tourist the beauty of our multicultural Town. These events can reflect the unity and understanding amongst every culture. These events can also uplift the economical status of Nadi people as they can earn while presenting their talent to other. It can give a good exposure to people in Nadi to show their talent and get recognitions. For the first time Nadi Chamber of Commerce is proud to Launch Nadi Excellence inBusiness Awards at FNU for the businesses in Nadi to honor outstanding and successful business and industry achievers. It will provide a platform to seek out successful and talented achievers and visionaries making a difference in eleven categories to recognize exceptional business. Young Business Executive/ Best Emerging Business Entrepreneur of the Year Business Leader Excellence in Businessman Excellence in Businesswoman Excellence in Innovation /Exporting Excellence in Sustainability/ Marketing Excellence in Small Business (for businesses employing less than 20 employees*) Best Farmer of the Year Best Restaurant Food and Entertainment og the Year Excellence in Business (for businesses employing 20 or more employees*) The main objective of the event will be The Nadi Excellence in Business Awards is a set of Awards designed to improve Productivity and Quality in organizations. Nadi Excellence in Business Awards will help in strengthening the management systems and processes of an organization in a holistic and integrated manner to improve performance, increase productivity and growth, and, create value for stakeholders. The Nadi Excellence in Business Awards also encourages ambition, empower confidence and inspire new businesses into the future 18 We are looking for sponsors. Sponsorship package available to potential sponsors for the event, a few possible sponsors are – BSP, Westpac, ANZ and Bred Bank, large corporate business . 19 Nadi Town Council The services provided by the Council are the issuance of business license, maintenance and upgrading of infrastructure, sanitation services, drainage and maintenance Upgrading of instrastructure, sanitation services, drainage and maintenance of parks and gardens. Revenues generated by rates levied issuance of business licenses and rent received from Council properties are used to finance the above services as well as the administration expenses of the Council. The council also looks after the urban market health issues housing market developments of the two markets Infrastructure and services of the drainage. Project Areas Basic Plan The Navakai sewerage plant- The basic plan is to make a bigger sewerage plant to handle all the areas it serves. Traffic congestion is becoming a real problem.-. NTC is planning on having a walkway and a link road between the Main Street and nadi back road. Gold Plan Flooding is a critical issue - dredging of the Nadi River and the creation of flood plains in the upper high areas. A drainage scheme is being prepared in order to alleviate the flooding problems The collection and disposal of garbage had presented a real problem- Therefore it has created additional work and a environmental problem. The gold plan is to create a garbage disposal site in the upper high areas of Nadi. 20 Plantinum Project A town planning scheme was prepared in 1998 and was approved for the areas included within the town for the extension on the town boundaries in 2004. It will enable the council to address the issues concerning the construction of roads and drains, provision of water supply and electricity, sewerage, rufuse and waste water disposal and provision of recreational open space which is required as 5% of the subdivided land area at the land development and building stage as well as the operational stage of development. The developments are properly linked to existing public infrastructure and facilities such as roads, drains and other public facilities. 21 Civil Aviation Authority of Fiji Corporate Vision The vision of the Civil Aviation Authority of the Fiji Islands (CAAFI) is to be a model aviation regulator. Corporate Mission The mission of the Authority is to promote effective aviation safety and security in the Fiji Islands and the region. Corporate Values The Authority strives to reflect certain key values as the characteristics of the people who are the CAAFI team and equally for the organisation as a whole by professionalism, accountability, commitment and integrity in our conduct. Corporate Objectives (2011-2013) 1. Establish and maintain an effective regulatory framework including strategies for enforcement, 2. Ensure industry compliance with regulatory requirements, 3. Discharge State’s obligations to ICAO, 4. To have industry fully implement self management of safety by implementing safety management systems, 5. Conclude associated transition matters on completion of divestiture of non-core assets and management of remaining assets, 6. Encourage high standards of aviation safety and security through education and regular consultation with industry, 7. Maintain a competent and motivated workforce and establish a performance assessment system that encourages productivity, 8. Ensure continuous improvement to CAAFI’s internal systems, and maintain ISO certification, 9. Support Fiji as necessary on regional aviation matters and regulatory issues, 10. Provide aviation related advice to the Minister responsible for Civil Aviation, 11. Ensure CAAFI has capacity to meet the demands created by the industry growth, 12. Develop, implement and manage the States Safety Programme (SSP) under the National Safety Plan in line with the Global Aviation Safety Plan. 22 Quality Assurance - Our Commitment The prime objective of CAAFI is to ensure that highest safety standards are met, CAAFI products and services are provided in an efficient manner, meeting both the regulatory requirements and the needs of our customers. CAAFI Quality Management System is specifically formulated and structured in a way that best meets the needs of CAAFI and our customers. Various elements of the Quality Management System combine to assist in determining that all quality and regulatory requirements are complied, and that consistency and uniformity in service delivery is maintained. CAAFI Quality Policy CAAFI is committed to meeting its customer satisfaction by continuously improving and implementing the highest level of aviation standards . 23