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The red house fire reel that was initially installed on the directive of the National Fire Authority are abused and used to wash the seafood section area.

I believe that the workers are not at fault but lack training in the use of the fire equipment provided by the management team.

Our health and safety laws states that a person shall not intentiona­lly or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interests of health and safety in associated health and safety legislatio­n. Any person who contravene­s or fails to comply with any provision of this section shall be guilty of an offence and shall be liable to a fine of not more than $5000.

The Nausori Town municipali­ty has a duty of care to eliminate such abuse and have serviced firefighti­ng equipment ready should an emergency arise.

I truly hope, I’m saddened to see my fellow Fijians struggling to cope. right away and half of the nurses I worked with in surgery and recovery left for Haiti.

They were there for six months until things returned to normal.

Fiji can recruit nurses from overseas too. Plus, their overseas experience is good for the country and patients. memory of Fiji. Yet, the power drunk people cast the two holidays on the rubbish heap of history. It hurt sentiments immensely. But the people were voiceless.

I warmly congratula­te the coalition Government for reinstatin­g these two important national holidays.

People are delighted as it sends euphoria down their spines. Perhaps, this is the best Easter gift for all Fijians.

Also, carry out intensive audits on the processes, procedures and staffing at the Housing Authority for transparen­cy and accountabi­lity. I know of some staff members who are still engaged in the alleged activities, which contradict­s operating procedures of Housing Authority and thus a gross conflict of interest.

Sydney, Australia

The Prime Minister had made it clear that the retirement age is 60, but a member can withdraw their superannua­tion at 55 and it will be entirely up to the individual.

Maybe at 55, withdraw 50 per cent to build a nice home while the other 50 per cent and the five more years of work for a long pension.

Some might already have plans for before the 60-retirement age is extended, but you will have to think wisely about your plans.

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