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From FijiOne News (23 January 2024)

Fiji TV offically launches Rotuman news programme

By Edna Low

The Rotuman language, spoken largely by the indigenous Rotuman people in Fiji, has been recognised as endangered by linguistic experts.

Yesterday marked an important move to promote and protect Rotumans unique linguistic heritage. In a significant step towards preserving linguistic diversity, Fiji TV premiered a new news programme titled Filo’Ne Rogrogo yesterday, January 22 in the Rotuman language. The initiative came as part of efforts to preserve the Rotuman language, which is currently facing the threat of extinction.

Fiji TV’s decision to dedicate airtime to this Rotuman news programme is part of its effort towards cultural inclusivity and diversity as it is anticipated to play a pivitol role in revitalising the Rotuman language and contributing to its preservation. The news programme aired on the company’s iTaukei channel – Na Lololo.

Filo’ Ne Rogrogo news presenter, Petero Marafono, is a seasoned teacher with over three decades of teaching experience and fluency in both written and spoken Rotuman.

Speaking about the programmes objectives, Marafono highlighted the importance of language preservation in maintaining cultural identity. He expressed his dedication to bridging generations through language, ensuring that the Rotuman community continues to thrive with a strong sense of cultural pride.

Filo’ Ne Rogrogo will air on weeknights at 8PM on Na Lololo, except for Wednesday January 24, where it will air at 7:30PM.


From Fiji Broadcasting Co. (8 January 2024)

Fiji Airports revises maintenance schedule

By Praneeta Prakash

Fiji Airports has revised its scheduled maintenance work timeline and operational status for Lakeba, Matei in Taveuni and Rotuma airports.

This has been done in consultation with industry partners and stakeholders in the North...

Fiji Airports Chief Executive Officer, Mesake Nawari, says it is important to consult stakeholders and industry partners when planning maintenance work to better manage the operational impact on the domestic
routes.

He says they have strategically planned the runway maintenance work in collaboration with multiple stakeholders and industry partners with a collective goal to minimize inconvenience to customers.

Nawari says Fiji Airports is committed to maintaining runways to meet the required operational safety standards of the International Civil Aviation Organization and, at the same time, supporting industry partners
in driving business growth and minimizing the operational impact for travellers...

The maintenance work at Rotuma Airport will begin on November 4 and continue for six weeks.

There will be no impact on scheduled flights for two flight days on Wednesday and Friday, while it will be closed on other days.