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PUBLIC ADVISORY – UNPLANNED WATER DISRUPTION NOTICE – NASINU & PARTS OF SUVA

The Water Authority of Fiji (WAF) wishes to advise Fijians living in Nasinu and parts of Suva that they may experience low to intermittent supply of water at times from 9pm to 5am (during off-peak hours) daily from tonight (21/02) to Saturday (29/02).


Affected areas include:

  • Davuilevu
  • Nakasi
  • Tuirara
  • Makoi
  • Valelevu
  • Upper Cunningham
  • Upper Khalsa Road
  • Tacirua
  • Upper 6 miles
  • Dokanaisuva
  • Princess Road
  • Colo-i-Suva
  • Upper Nailuva Road
  • Domain

The temporary interruption to water supply is experienced as WAF engineers and technical teams carry out operational works in an effort to build-up and sustain water levels in reservoirs that are servicing these areas.

Water carting trucks are on standby to service the affected areas during the temporary disruption period.

The Authority advises Fijians residing in the areas above to store and use water wisely for their immediate needs during this temporary disruption period.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused.

For further enquiries, customers can call 3346777 or shortcode 5777 (Vodafone, Digicel & Inkk users) or email contact@waf.com.fj

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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.