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WINSTON AND FATHER CHRISTMAS VISITS: As Fiji Labour Party accuses Government of racial discrimination in distributing of food and rations, it is HIGH time for Bainimarama to stop being the SOLE distributor of AID!

26/2/2016

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Claims of racial discrimination

Scores of people from Ra, Tavua, Ba, Lautoka, Tailevu and Taveuni have called us alleging ‪#‎racial‬ ‪#‎discrimination‬ in the distribution of food rations to cyclone victims.

The calls have come from members of the Indian community, thousands of whom are amongst the worst hit victims of Cyclone Winston.

We have verified their claims with our representatives and have been advised that the allegations are true.

It is alleged that severely devastated Indian settlements in these areas have not as yet been visited by government officials. While truck loads of relief assistance is handed out in their neighbouring areas, people in these settlements are told to wait until the DISMAC survey is completed and assessments made as to who should be assisted.

We have requested the Fiji Human Rights and ‪#‎Anti‬-Discrimination Commission to investigate these claims and take action as appropriate.


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Methodist Church sets out cyclone relief plan

A spokesperson, Reverend James Bhagwan, said its plan included short, medium and long-term measures. Reverend Bhagwan said while the government and other agencies were focusing on distributing food rations, people needed other goods immediately.

"Cooking utensils, clothing - a lot of people have lost their clothes and all they have is what they are wearing for the last few days, we also realise that as rice and flour and cooking and food ingredients are being delivered, they also need to be able to cook. So we are looking at cooking utensils, kerosene stoves, kerosene lights et cetera."

Reverend Bhagwan said the Methodist Church was looking into how its 32 schools could be repaired as soon as possible.

He said it would also bring in specialist disaster chaplains from Australia to train local ministers in helping people recover emotionally.


Commissioner Northern Jovesa Vocea and DISMAC officials visited   Yacata Island to assess the extent of damage inflicted on the island:

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Among items rescued is a BIBLE
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Yacata lies in ruins

Fijileaks: This Indo-Fijiian family should be provided portable TENTS, instead of staying in an old Motibhais truck; this is what happens when Government, through DISMAC, hijacks control of relief work and funds:

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Vili
26/2/2016 09:11:50 am

So what about Pradeep Kumar of Balata in Rakiraki who cried to the PM and whose story is run below?

There are other photos of the PM embracing Indians.

Is this story not true?

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Bully
26/2/2016 06:54:04 pm

The photo speaks a thousand words even if it is deceiving: The so called savior strutting around handing out supplies to those who cry to him. There are always two sides to a story.

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Fiji First Party
26/2/2016 09:24:50 am

Please FLP, this is not the time to play politics –especially the dirty ‘race-card’ politics.

From the images that the world sees Bainimarama and his Government are doing a damn Good Job, considering the scale of devastation and suffering experienced by all Fijians. This is the time to support our Government –despite our differences – in the interests of our People.

Thank you Bainimarama for: being with the People, giving them a shoulder to cry on and for bringing smiles on the faces of our children. Even your strongest critics have to RESPECT that.

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King Rat
26/2/2016 10:21:29 am

Its very sad that people do see acts of human kindness in racial terms.

The Taukei are getting more than the Indians who are getting more than the Kai Lomas and Chinese etc.

Is this a Fiji-specific malaise promoted by the Indians there?

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Charlie Charlie
26/2/2016 12:38:23 pm

What FLP is saying is not a new story. Indo-Fijians were hoping against all hopes that the FF government will treat them equally. At the end of the day, they voted in masses for the FF ditching an otherwise noble NFP. The problem however doesn't lie with bainimarama. It's the people who are heading the distribution at NDMO. Akapusi tuifagalele is a reknown racists in the civil service. When it comes to Indo-Fijians, he prefers t look the other way. Remember what happened during the drought. No help at all for the poor farmers despite months of suffering. On the other hand, as soon a small gust passed through the islands, he immediately sent relief supplies. Indo-Fijians will be made to fend for themselves as it has always happened in the past. Big chunks of rations will be given to others and indo-Fijians will be given scraps. The real fun will start when rebuilding of houses will take place. Mark my words, this cyclone can really be the tie breaker for FF party. NFP needs to play cool as FF party has started the self destruction. Just a bit of patience and FF will be history come 2018. Indo-Fijians didn't spare FLP despite the party going through thick and thins for them. FF in comparison has done nothing. The messiah and his monks and nuns are going to face the wrath at the current rate of two faced assistance packages. Play it cool NFP and SODELPA. The iron is hot and needs a bit of a stir to strike the right cord. Mate FF party if the right cards are played.

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Probably Not
27/2/2016 04:30:17 am

Vote count rigging that ALL parties know including the election observers!

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Aaraam Se link
28/2/2016 02:41:43 am

Well stated Charlie.In addition to that in deed Winston has enough of "fire Power" to send FFP packing home.It has certainly proved that political stunts by Baikhai has backfired when they start hugging the victims and try to paint the picture that they really care for those homeless.The fact is this , both love their money more than the victims,both want to show the world they care ,both of the Leaders have not given a single cent out of their pockets to help rehabilitate.All they have done is got the control of the relief Supplies and systematically controlled its delivery and fully manipulated the timid Fijian media.Those who feel the PM was out in a remote area ,walking down,dressed in a 3/4 jeans,wearing a baseball cap,beside the over head power lines dropped to the ground,a damaged home in the background,and cane field on the sides -was actually alone.Hahahah it was a political stunt or a production, which has backfired.In fact the PM was having his complete Security detail,a convoy of vehicles and ration delivery trucks all with him.The Photographer used his experience to fool the public.This picture was than posted on newspapers,FB and gave the impression that our PM got on his feet to inspect the damages.He never was alone.These are all cheap stunts to mislead the public.In any event it is not for the PM /AG/Rosy to be in the front line.The PMs job is more of an administrative nature and to ensure the policies are implemented and fairness in every distribution. No wonder the PM was annoyed when he found out he was being undermined by his own colleagues.On SODELPA,NFP and FLP my feeling is that they should put their past aside and work hand in hand now,rather than as a divided force.Winston has manged to drive the wedge in FFP.It had to happen.On FLP ,I liked their call to remove VAT on all essential food items-The Government must not be like a parasite,eating on the tax from basic food items.If the govt. does remove VAT on the basics the poor will be much relieved which comprises to 80% (app).The savings on Vat could be saved for better homes,better food, as the Relief Supplies will have to end one day,it can not be on going...By over acting FFP has opened up the Flood gates,the public knows that too well now.Your demise is in 2018.,what other political parties could not,.Winston did it in hours..........

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Sunilkumar link
28/2/2016 04:20:33 am

Kaise baat

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Kaise bakila link
28/2/2016 04:24:06 am

Baat nahi karo

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