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DRY SEASON CONTINUES TO IMPACT LABASA SYSTEMS

The Water Authority of Fiji (WAF) would like to advise our valued customers residing in Labasa that due to the prolonged dry season currently affecting the raw water sources for our Labasa systems:

⚬ New water meter connections are on hold until further notice

⚬ Car wash businesses within the Labasa reticulation system have been temporarily suspended until further notice

Customers in the region are once again reminded to be mindful of the amount of water that they use and are encouraged to visit the following link: https://waterauthority.com.fj/awarene…/water-conservation/ for tips on how to conserve and use water wisely.

Customers are also reminded to always practice preparedness and store sufficient amounts of water to last them for at least 2 to 3 days in their homes at all times and are encouraged to invest in storage containers or water tanks connected to the water system for storage and backup water supply, during any unplanned disruption that may arise due to emergency works or natural disasters.

We look forward to the continued support and cooperation from our customers and thank them for their patience and understanding during this time.

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What is the process and fee for a new water connection?

How much is the Lodgment fee?

  • House under construction / Vacant land / Commercial or Industrial
    • $101.00.
  • Completely built house. – [Please provide a letter from the lands department and/ or completion certificate ]
    • $21.95. [Please provide a letter from the lands department. completion certificate or Stamped Statutory declaration on the completion of the house]

Processing Time

  • Inspection to Approval – 15 Working days from the inspection date.
  • Installation – 30 Working days from payment of New Connection cost, on a first-come, first-serve basis. [Stakeholder processing may cause delays]. *Note: Approval of installation is valid for 3 months from the date of issue.

How much does the new connection cost?

  • Type A – $285 [“T” from existing connection] Type B $345 [direct connection from WAF main line]
  • New connection costs for Commercial and Industrial customers will be estimated according to requirements and a cost will be provided.
  • Road Crossing/ Service Enlargement is payable if required for additional meters requested. This will be communicated when the approval of internal and external stakeholders are obtained. WAF on behalf of FRA will refund any unused monies to the customer where applicable.