New Year in Fiji
This year ushered in a series of new appointments and transitions within the Fiji Division. On Sunday 11 January three Divisional Headquarters officers were installed by Divisional Commander Major Phillippa Serevi: Major Lasarusa Turaga as divisional Court and Correction officer/chaplain, Major Tabu Ram as divisional Leadership Development officer/assistant Community Ministries secretary and Major Amelia Naviko as the divisional secretary for Personnel (additional appointment).
The following Sunday, 10 corps officers and two corps leaders were installed: Major Litiana Cola, as Nausori assistant corps officer; Major Arone Cheer, as Suva Central corps officer; Major Tauan Cheer, as Suva Central corps officer, Captain Ponipate Bacaivalu, as assistant corps officer, Suva Central Corps; Captain Mereyani Bacaivalu, assistant corps officer, Suva Central Corps; Captain Varea Rika at Sigatoka Corps; Lieutenant Akuila Tuinaceva at Taveuni Corps; Lieutenant Bale Tuinaceva, at Taveuni Corps; Lieutenants Semi Ratu and Liz Walker-Ratu, at Nasinu Corps, along with Envoy Sikeli Donu and Envoy Titilia Donu.
On 25 January, three officers were installed by the Divisional Commander for the School for Officer Training: Major Shiv Ram, as the assistant training principal and Captains Eleni and Rupeni Daucakacaka as the training officers.
Newly installed officers were reminded of the responsibilities before them and the crucial role they play in living out the mission of The Salvation Army where God has placed them.
Officers and divisional staff also enjoyed a one-day team building and training session, led by Major Phillippa Serevi. Proverbs 16:3, ‘Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans,’ provided the focus for spiritual nourishment. ‘The fun and insightful sessions supported us to consider on our personal and professional goals,’ shared Major Limaina Turaga. ‘With so many stepping forward into leadership and responsibility, there is much to be thankful for Fiji, and 2026 is off to a great start!’
