Seventy-four families in Tavela, Nadi, are set to benefit from improved living conditions following the official commissioning of the Tavela Settlement Upgrading Project by the Ministry of Housing.

The project marks a significant step forward in enhancing the quality of life for residents, providing modern infrastructure and essential services to a community that has long faced challenges associated with limited amenities.

The upgrade includes the construction of Fiji Roads Authority-standard roads, footpaths, drainage systems, street lighting, water reticulation, sanitation infrastructure, and the subdivision of residential lots, creating a safer and more accessible environment for residents.

Covering an area of 3.98 hectares, Tavela Settlement has been home to generations of families. Since works commenced in 2022, the Government has invested more than $4 million into the project to strengthen community resilience and support long-term development.

The Ministry of Housing acknowledged the contribution of the Yavusa o Natutale and Yavusa o Lewevulagi for making land available for the project, as well as the residents of Tavela for their cooperation throughout the upgrading process.

Recognition was also given to key project partners, including TLTB, the Ministry of Lands, NRW McCallan Fiji Ltd, and Mobile Crane Hired Services Ltd, for their support and commitment to the successful completion of the project.

The commissioning reflects the Government’s ongoing efforts to provide safe, secure, and sustainable housing while improving living standards in communities across the country.