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PUBLIC ADVISORY – PLEASE STORE WATER AS BACK-UP RESERVE

The Water Authority of Fiji (WAF) urges members of the public and its valued customers around the country to store sufficient amounts of water to sustain them in case of an unplanned water disruption during adverse weather conditions and periods of heavy rain.

As Fiji enters into the cyclone season, we must anticipate tropical disturbances and cyclones along with winds and heavy rains, which causes flash flooding to waterways and rivers which WAF heavily relies on as sources of raw water before the water treatment process.

Therefore, it is imperative for customers to take heed of this public advisory as a precautionary measure and store up their fair share of water supply as a back-up reserve.

Invest in a water tank or make use of empty drums or vessels to store water and ensure that it is clean and safe for your household use and consumption.

We will not know the value of water only until when it runs out.

SEKOVE ULUINAYAU

GENERAL MANAGER CUSTOMER SERVICES & ACTING

GENERAL MANAGER OPERATIONS

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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.