The Fiji Times

New tracks for athletics

- By FELIX LESINAIVAL­U

“THE newly refurbishe­d tracks are a testament to your Coalition Government’s commitment to investing in sports infrastruc­ture and promoting a healthy and active lifestyle for all our citizens.” This was highlighte­d by Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka while reopening of the HFC Bank Stadium newly refurbishe­d tracks recently. “Your Coalition Government has worked tirelessly through the Ministry of Youth and Sports in collaborat­ion with the Fiji Sports Council, and Sphynx Solution to bring you the best.”

“This has resulted in the renovation of our National HFC Bank Stadium tracks to be of internatio­nal standards, symbolisin­g our dedication to promoting health, wellness and active lifestyles within our nation.”

PM Rabuka added that Fiji must continue to support their athletes as they strive for greatness on the world stage and let them harness the power of sport to inspire and unite the nation, now and for generation­s to come.

“I am confident that the newly refurbishe­d tracks at the National HFC Bank Stadium will serve as a platform for our athletes to excel and achieve their full potential.”

“Let us all come together to celebrate this momentous occasion and continue to support our sporting community in their pursuit of excellence.”

Minister for Youth and Sports, Jese Saukuru, added the re-opening of the stadium tracks marks a significan­t milestone for the Government’s commitment to promoting youth and sports developmen­t while fostering a culture of sports excellence in our communitie­s.

“It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of all those involved in this project, and I am immensely proud of what we have achieved together.

“We are excited to showcase the improvemen­ts made to the stadium tracks. We are grateful for the support and dedication of everyone involved in making this project a success.”

 ?? Photo: FELIX LESINAIVAL­U ?? Fiji’s Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka and Minister for Youth and Sports, Jese Saukuru, take a group photo with a few athletes and members from the Fiji Sports Council on the newly opened HFC Stadium tracks.
Photo: FELIX LESINAIVAL­U Fiji’s Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka and Minister for Youth and Sports, Jese Saukuru, take a group photo with a few athletes and members from the Fiji Sports Council on the newly opened HFC Stadium tracks.

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