National Trust of Fiji Islands

National Trust of Fiji Islands The National Trust of Fiji, established in 1970, protects Fiji’s cultural, natural, and national heritage. Yadua Taba Wildlife Sanctuary
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It manages parks, reserves, and historic sites, promoting conservation, education, and sustainable use for future generations. The National Trust of Fiji was created in 1970 to provide for the protection of Fiji’s natural, cultural and national heritage. The legislative mandate for the National Trust lies with the:
• National Trust Act (Cap 265) of 1978,
• Fiji Government’s National Heritage Po

licy in 1996
• National Trust Amendment Act of 1998. The National Trust Act (Cap 265) of 1978 was later strengthened by the Government’s National Heritage Policy of 1996 and the National Trust Amendment Act of 1998. The National Trust Act (Cap 265) stipulates that the purpose of the Trust shall be:-
(a) to promote the permanent preservation for the benefit of the nation of lands (including reefs), buildings, furniture, pictures and chattels of every description having national, historic, architectural or natural interest or beauty;
(b) the protection and augmentation of the amenities of any such land or buildings and their surroundings and to preserve their natural aspect and features;
(c) to protect animal and plant life; and
(d) to provide for the access to and enjoyment by the public of such lands, buildings and chattels. In this capacity the National Trust of Fiji, manages the following 10 sites considered to be of cultural, natural and national Heritage:
1. Sigatoka Sand Dunes National Park
3. Sovi Basin Protected Area
4. Garrick Memorial Forest Reserve
5. Momi Battery Historic Park
6. MH Building in Levuka
8. Laucala Beach Ring Ditch Fort
9. Waisali Forest Reserve
10. Nakanacagi Bat Cave

⚡ Connecting the Frontline: How Modern Technology Powers Our Heritage ConservationAt the National Trust of Fiji, we know...
08/06/2026

⚡ Connecting the Frontline: How Modern Technology Powers Our Heritage Conservation

At the National Trust of Fiji, we know that true conservation thrives on connection. Our rangers are the frontline of heritage protection, living and working alongside communities in some of Fiji's most beautiful yet remote corners.

Historically, being isolated in the field meant facing massive communication barriers. Today, that narrative is changing. Thanks to a series of digital upgrades, we are bridging the gap between the field and headquarters, ensuring our frontline guardians are safer, better supported, and connected to a broader network than ever before.

🌐 The Tech Upgrading Our Fieldwork

Our remote site operations have been transformed by a robust ecosystem of modern hardware and reliable connectivity solutions:

1️⃣Starlink Connectivity: High-speed, low-latency satellite internet now pierces through geographical isolation, providing stable communication even during severe weather patterns.

2️⃣Solar Chargers & Heavy-Duty Batteries: Sustainable, off-grid power banks ensure that field devices remain fully charged and operational without relying on unreliable grid power.

3️⃣Upgraded Field Equipment: Modern smartphones and digital mapping tools allow rangers to record data, track environmental changes, and capture high-quality media seamlessly.

🤝 Empowering Rangers, Sharing Stories

This infrastructure does more than just stream data—it fundamentally elevates how we protect Fiji's natural and cultural treasures:

▶️Rapid Response & Support: When an issue arises in the field—whether it's an invasive species sighting, a structural concern at a heritage site, or an emergency situation—rangers can now reach HQ instantly for technical, financial, or strategic assistance.

▶️Amplifying the Voices of the Vanua: With reliable internet, our rangers can effortlessly share real-time updates, conservation breakthroughs, and stunning photography directly from the field. This allows our communications team to broadcast these vital stories of local guardianship directly to the world.

▶️Expanding the Global Network: High-speed access opens doors for our frontline staff to participate in regional training, consult with international scientific networks, and share traditional ecological knowledge globally.

🖥️ Welcoming Dedicated IT Expertise

Technology is only as powerful as the hands that guide it. We are incredibly proud to have a dedicated IT Personnel on board our team. Their specialized expertise is proving every day that modern technology is not a distraction from our traditions, but a powerful asset in our quest to safeguard our natural and cultural heritage. From streamlining cloud databases to troubleshooting remote satellite links, they ensure our team stays online and protected.

By equipping our rangers with the tools of tomorrow, we are ensuring that the heritage of yesterday is preserved for generations to come.

Photos courtesy of our site rangers. Vinaka Salome, Ravi and Va.

Exploring World Heritage Pathways for the Lau Seascape 🇫🇯🌊The National Trust of Fiji recently participated in an explora...
08/06/2026

Exploring World Heritage Pathways for the Lau Seascape 🇫🇯🌊

The National Trust of Fiji recently participated in an exploratory talanoa hosted by Conservation International Fiji, alongside the Department of Culture, Heritage & Arts and the Fiji Museum.

The discussion looked at how the UNESCO World Heritage framework might align with Conservation International’s ongoing project work in the Lau Seascape.

Key Focus Areas:
UNESCO Criteria: Reviewing requirements for Outstanding Universal Value.
Site Evaluation: Exchanging insights on the region's biodiversity, cultural landscapes, and traditional connections.
Management: Discussing the long-term responsibilities of international recognition.

The National Trust values these collaborative dialogues, contributing our heritage perspective to help evaluate potential pathways forward.

👉 Please see shared post below from Conservation International Fiji for full details on the meeting.

🏛️ Historic Levuka Town | Welcoming Our New Director!The National Trust of Fiji (NTF) is entering an exciting new chapte...
08/06/2026

🏛️ Historic Levuka Town | Welcoming Our New Director!

The National Trust of Fiji (NTF) is entering an exciting new chapter! We are incredibly proud to announce that our newly appointed Director, Mr. Josefa Ravuso, officially commenced his duties on June 1, 2026. While Mr. Ravuso is certainly no stranger to the Trust, he returns to us in this vital leadership role to guide our vision, our people, and our heritage conservation efforts well into the future.

Hitting the ground running, our new Director has officially begun his rounds visiting the nation's treasured heritage sites, beginning a vital initiative to touch base directly with the frontline of heritage conservation.

Co-Guardians of Our Heritage: Rangers & Communities

At the National Trust of Fiji, we know that true conservation doesn't happen in isolation. Our rangers are the frontline of conservation, working hand-in-hand with the local communities they are a part of. This powerful partnership between traditional guardianship and active conservation is the very heartbeat of our work.

To see this synergy in action, Mr. Ravuso made his inaugural official site visit this week to Fiji’s historic UNESCO World Heritage port town, Levuka. Accompanying the Director on this important trip were key NTF Council members, including our Chairman Mr. Setoki Tuiteci and Board Member Mr. Robin Yarrow—bringing together a wealth of leadership, institutional knowledge, and deep passion for the vanua.

Honouring Protocol and the Frontline team

The delegation was warmly met by Senior Ranger Lydia Bower, who was delighted to facilitate the site visit, guide the team through the grounds, and share insights from her daily work alongside the community. Together, they visited the Levuka Community Centre and the iconic Old MH Building (Fiji’s very first Morris Hedstrom store, managed by the NTF) to assess its preservation status and discuss future conservation strategies.

Deepening the Trust’s commitment to community-led conservation, the visit was also marked by a moment of profound cultural significance. Mr. Ravuso formally presented his sevusevu to the Turaga Na Tui Levuka, establishing a respectful foundation of protocol and partnership for the vital work ahead.

"Preserving Levuka is not just about protecting old buildings; it is about honoring the stories, the people, and the soul of Fiji's history."

Stay tuned as we continue to follow our Director's journey across Fiji's heritage sites and community outposts!

Photos shared here were provided by Senior Ranger Lydia Bowers.

Happy World Environment Day! 🌿🌊The global theme for 2026 is "Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future."In Fiji, o...
05/06/2026

Happy World Environment Day! 🌿🌊

The global theme for 2026 is "Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future."

In Fiji, our natural heritage and cultural heritage are inseparable. For generations, the vanua has shaped our identity, our stories, and our way of life. Being "Inspired by Nature" means looking to ancestral wisdom and natural systems to find the solutions we need today.

From the shifting sands of Sigatoka to our sanctuary islands and historic sites, the National Trust of Fiji works daily to Protect, Serve, Enjoy, and Share these treasures. By restoring our native forests and safeguarding our ecosystems, we aren't just preserving the past—we are building active, nature-based resilience For Climate.

Most importantly, we do this For Our Future. By passing this torch to the next generation—our Heritage in Young Hands—we are nurturing a regenerative mindset so that our island home thrives for centuries to come.

What inspires you most about Fiji’s environment? Let us know in the comments below! 👇

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🌱✨ A HISTORIC NEW DAWN FOR WAISALI VILLAGE! ✨🌱We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate a monumental milestone for sustain...
25/05/2026

🌱✨ A HISTORIC NEW DAWN FOR WAISALI VILLAGE! ✨🌱

We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate a monumental milestone for sustainable development and community-led conservation in Vanua Levu!

On May 22, 2026, the Waisali community officially launched two landmark blueprints for the future: the Waisali Community Tourism Development Plan and the Waisali Rainforest Reserve Management Plan!

🌿 As the powerful Vanua Waisali motto proudly declares:“Our Land, Our Culture, Our Future — Stronger Together, Thriving Forever.”

🤝 Honouring a 33-Year Legacy of Partnership
This incredible achievement marks a renewed chapter in the 33-year relationship between the National Trust of Fiji and the Mataqali Waisali (comprising the Tokatoka Waisali and Tokatoka Navulakisiga). Together, they stand hand-in-hand to protect more than 120 hectares of pristine forest! The Waisali Rainforest Reserve is an ecological treasure located within a recognized Key Biodiversity Area and Important Bird Area.

It truly serves as:
🦅 A safe sanctuary for endemic and threatened species.
💧 A critical watershed sustaining vital downstream ecosystems. 🍃 A repository of traditional ecological knowledge.
🪵 A living expression of indigenous custodianship.

🚀 Two Bold Plans, One Thriving Future
With newfound momentum from the Government’s World Bank-funded Na Vualiku Project under the Vanua Levu tourism development initiative, these two frameworks provide a clear, sustainable pathway forward:

🧭 Regenerative Tourism Plan: This strategy focuses on community-led, culturally respectful tourism , backed by generous funding from New Zealand Māori Tourism. It will revive guided treks, build cultural storytelling, and support community enterprises —positioning Waisali as a premier model for indigenous regenerative tourism across Fiji and the Pacific!

🛡️ Rainforest Reserve Management Plan: This plan establishes our shared responsibility to safeguard unique biodiversity. It outlines key actions focused on strict biosecurity, ecological monitoring, threat mitigation, and building a sustainable financing mechanism.

🌸 Vinaka Vakalevu to Our Visionaries & Partners
A heartfelt thank you goes out to Chief Guest Honourable Charan Jeath Singh (Minister for Public Enterprises, Multi-Ethnic Affairs, Culture, Heritage and Arts) , the Gone Turaga na Tui Wailevu , NTF Chair Mr. Tuiteci, Board Member Mr. Robin Yarrow , NTF Senior Heritage Tourism Officer Milika Ratu-Savou , our provincial Rokos, government ministries, NGOs, and the entire Waisali community for making this vision a reality!

We also extend our deepest appreciation to the expert team who helped shape these plans:
🎓 Dr. Apisalome Movono for leading the regenerative tourism framework grounded in genuine partnership.
🌿 Dr. Baravi Thaman for his expert guidance and deep commitment throughout this process.
🚜 Bay Consultants for successfully translating sustainable tourism theory into actionable, practical strategy.
🕊️ Mrs. Elizabeth Erasito: We pay a deeply respectful tribute to our late Director of the National Trust of Fiji, whose original foresight, leadership, and passion laid the foundation for the work launched today.

✨ As Dr. Movono beautifully shared: "Today, we launch more than a plan. We launch a promise." Here is to a new dawn where tourism uplifts conservation, culture guides, and the community proudly leads!

🌍🤝 International and Local Backing
The launch event and plan formulations were made possible through generous financial and structural solidarity from key development partners:
🇳🇿✨ New Zealand Māori Tourism: Provided crucial funding and indigenous solidarity for the development of the Community Tourism Development Plan.
🇫🇯🏡 Fiji Heritage Foundation: Generously supported the logistical staging of the launch event in Waisali Village.

🌿 WELCOME TO THE TEAM, AKUILA! 🌿Join us in giving a massive National Trust of Fiji welcome to our new NTF Forester, Akui...
20/05/2026

🌿 WELCOME TO THE TEAM, AKUILA! 🌿

Join us in giving a massive National Trust of Fiji welcome to our new NTF Forester, Akuila Torowale! 🇫🇯✨

Akuila joined us earlier this month and has hit the ground running with incredible enthusiasm. He is part of the Trust’s Kiwa Project team, where he’ll be leading the charge on:
🌱 Habitat restoration and reforestation
🚫 Invasive species management
🔥 Fire management and prevention

Our park rangers are absolutely thrilled to have someone with Akuila’s deep expertise on staff. They are already looking forward to working alongside him and learning from his wealth of knowledge.

Right now, Akuila is exactly where he belongs—out in the field doing what he does best! He is currently at the Sigatoka Sand Dunes National Park, assessing our Kiwa-inspired activities and gearing up for the vital work ahead. 🏝️👣

Akuila, we are incredibly happy to have you as part of the NTF family. Welcome aboard, and we look forward to your contributions in protecting and preserving Fiji’s invaluable natural and cultural heritage!

Rainbows and big milestones! 🌈✨Our team woke up to the perfect morning welcome on the quiet seas to Vanua Levu. Of cours...
18/05/2026

Rainbows and big milestones! 🌈✨

Our team woke up to the perfect morning welcome on the quiet seas to Vanua Levu. Of course, the phones came out instantly to capture the magic! 📸

Our team leader says it's a beautiful sign for the days ahead, and we have a feeling they're right. Mili, Emali, Salome, and Kini are on a mission for a very special occasion that's been a long time coming. 🌊🙌

Wishing the team the absolute best on this trip! Drop them some well-wishes in the comments, and keep your eyes peeled for our next field update.

15/05/2026

Mission Accomplished: The First-Ever HIYH Yadua EcoCamp Concludes! 🏝️✊

A bittersweet but beautiful end to a historic week! 🌅 The final day of the first-ever HIYH Yadua EcoCamp was a powerful blend of traditional wisdom and modern advocacy.
Here is the "Day 3" breakdown as our Freshmen crossed the finish line:
🌿 Traditional Roots: The children stepped into the roles of researchers, interviewing village elders to learn about traditional herbal medicine and the sacred practice of solesolevaki (communal work).
📢 Modern Voices: Va led a session on using social media for good, resulting in creative student-led campaigns on biosecurity and heritage preservation.
🌍 Climate Guardians: Ranger Ranadi connected the dots between forest health and climate change, preparing the children to be true stewards of their island home.
📜 A Royal Finish: To cap off the week, Na Gone Turaga na Tui ni Mata joined the team to present certificates, officially welcoming these children into the global movement of heritage protectors.
Vinaka vakalevu to the people of Yadua and the Denumanu school committee for your incredible hospitality. The mantle has been passed! 🦎✨
See below for the full heartwarming field report from Va and the team! 👇🏽📖

Honoring the Legacy: Girmit Day 2026 🇫🇯Today, we commemorate 147 years since the first Girmitiyas arrived in 1879. We ho...
15/05/2026

Honoring the Legacy: Girmit Day 2026 🇫🇯

Today, we commemorate 147 years since the first Girmitiyas arrived in 1879. We honor the courage, perseverance, and indomitable spirit of over 60,000 indentured laborers who arrived between 1879 and 1916.

Their sacrifice transformed adversity into opportunity, building the very foundations of modern Fiji. As we reflect on their journey, we celebrate their immense contributions to our social, cultural, and economic landscape.

As custodians of Fiji’s natural and cultural heritage, the National Trust of Fiji is dedicated to preserving this history. Let us move forward in unity and solidarity, inspired by the legacy of the Girmitiyas.

✨ Reflection | Resilience | Unity ✨

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