STEPHEN RUSSELL'S BLOG
Tribe visits Kia Island
The Tribe were privileged to visit nearby Kia island last week. Kia rises from the horizon as you look north-west from Vorovoro and has enticed many visiting tribe members. As boat captain Api delivered us to his childhood home we were stunned by the abundance of wildlife and smooth sandy beaches. We presented Sevusevu to Api’s father and he welcomed us into his island community. We toured the village, shared lunch, kava and stories with the locals. All too soon the day trip was over as the tide was changing. As we powered back home the sunset was spectacular and …
Read More >>>Tribe wanted for Meke
Let’s dance! Tribe members visited Labasa a week ago to attend Macuata Province school fundraising concert. The evening program had many performances from the local school children in the Labasa area. The event was an exuberant mix of traditional Fijian, Indo-Fijian, contemporary dance and drama. Laughter and applause reverberated around …
Read More >>>Visitors to Vorovoro arrive with a splash!
It was my first full day as chief and the inland water was like glass in the early morning, bliss to behold although the effect would be dramatically disturbed just a few hours later…
A light wind and conversation picked up after morning tea as tribe member Ian Goudie and …
'We found no reason to leave' Chief Application August
Why would you like to be chief?
I believe this is a rare opportunity to experience life on Vorovoro from a unique perspective and I think the role would enhance my time on the island. Having had some time to observe the present chief and discuss what’s required and expected …
