PROTEST FOR DEMOCRACY IN SYDNEY

Return Fiji to a democratic system was the predominant message of the Fiji protest march in Sydney.

The protest for democracy by the Fiji Community in Sydney was staged in the heart of Sydney - right by the Town Hall on George Street. The protest took place on Sunday May 24th 2009. In the above photo, the protestors arrive at Sydney's Hyde Park.

Available for viewing. The Sydney declaration for democracy in Fiji.

HISTORIC MARCH IN SYDNEY

For the first time in history Fijians in Sydney staged a protest march in Sydney in support of the return of democracy in Fiji. In this picture the protestors are assembling along George Street by the Town Hall. The protest took place on Sunday May 24th 2009.

The ladies of Fiji uphold the banner of freedom.

The Fiji protest march in front of Sydney's world famous Town Hall building on George Street.

The Chairman of the Fiji Democracy and Freedom Movement Mr. Peter Waqatairewa, addresses the crowd assembled at Hyde Park, NSW.

CARTOONS

Read the speech by Jone Baleidrokadroka delivered at Marrickville Town Hall, NSW on the weekend of May 9th.

J.BALEIDROKADROKA INTERVIEW

Former Republic of Fiji Military Forces Chief of Staff being interviewed for television at the Yaqoona meeting to launch the Fiji Democracy and Freedom Movement. The intention is to create a worldwide network to help restore democracy and the rule of law in Fiji.

Fiji Democracy and Freedom Movement formed.

In an historic meeting in Yaqoona, Sydney the formation of the Fiji Democracy and Freedom Movement was established. The steering committee elected were President Peter Waqatairewa, Treasurer Biu Tabuatama, Secretary Litia Radrekusa and other volunteers. This is an interim committee to get the ball rolling until the AGM. The meeting saw a capacity crowd with standing room only, attended by the Australian media. Speakers included former army Chief of Staff and Land Force Commander Colonel Jone Baleidrokadroka. The topic was "The real reasons behind the 2006 Military Coup". Another speaker was Litia Radrekusa former Crime Prevention and Community Safety Adviser for the Australia/Fiji Community Justice Program, who spoke on "The Negative Effects of Military Coups from the Fijian Youth Perspective". A third speaker was Joseph Raga who was a private advisor and political analyst who introduced the draft Sydney declaration document - for the restoration of democracy in Fiji. The final speaker was Peter Waqatairewa who was the former deputy director of the Fiji Human Rights Commission and spoke on "the illegality of what has been done and a call to action".

Jone Baleidrokadroka delivering his speech at the inagural meeting of the Fiji Democracy and Freedom Movement. Those with loud voices must speak up was the message. The objective of Bainimarama's coup was a naked power grab. Although the 2006 coup was ostensibly done to stamp out corruption most of the allegations proved to be false. Frank Bainimarama has a warped concept of democracy. The writing is now on the wall for him.

FIJI CATHOLIC YOUTH BBQ

The Fiji Catholic Youth had a BBQ in Parammatta recently.

A Fiji BBQ is not complete without the proverbial yaqona. A couple of bowls enhances the flavours of the food off the grill and assists with the digestion process.

CONGRATULATIONS THEO and NATALIE

The wedding of Theo Smith and Natalie occurred recently in Sydney. New photos have been uploaded.

AFRL KIAMA NINES

Here is the Australian Fijian Rugby League Nines team for the Kiama Nines tournament. They were photographed with their new coach Darren an ex Souths player. Trainning was at Boorelee Park, Botany, NSW.

HAPPY 21ST LARISSA

On saturday 14th February the 21st birthday of Larissa Bentley was held at her home at Schoefields, NSW. For mum and dad, Daisy and Edward Bentley this was their youngest child. Here is a photo of the family just before the cake was cut. ( L-R) Laurence, Daisy, Larissa, Edward. More photos here.



COMING UP

1.Viti Harmonies, Mens Barbershop singing group get together. Sunday July 5th.Inaugral meeting of Sydney's first Fiji Barbershop singing group. Barbershop singing is unaccompanied singing by a quartet.(No haircutting that is a promise.) Introduction to Barbershop singing - the origins. The fundamentals of harmony. Vocal tonning. Learn a song. We need your vocal chords please. Looking for singers in Lead, Tenor, Baritone and Bass. For details contact Etuate: 0404437902.

2.New Fijian band in Sydney - In The Zone. First performance Saturday July 25th at Belmore Bowling Club. Featuring Emosi Lomata! 6pm-12am. For details contact Ben Vatubai: 04101 73226.

3.Annual Fiji Golf Day by Health Care Fiji Association Inc. venue: Kograh Golf Club 19 Marsh Street, Kograh. Friday 9th October, 2009. For details contact:Melisha Hughes 0413 360 199
Shirley Heffernan 0428 258 424
Tamsy Griffen 0401 245 325
Lily Rae 02 9579 5717

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