Upcoming 2011 IRB Sevens Tournaments

The following 2011 IRB Sevens Tournaments will be played over the next two weeks :

• IRB Wellington Sevens, Friday, 4 February, and Saturday, 5 February 2011, Wellington, New Zealand; and
• IRB USA Sevens, Saturday, 12 February, and Sunday, 13 February 2011, San Diego, California, USA.

Fiji Rugby Sevens team for 2011 IRB Wellington 7s

The Fiji Rugby Sevens team for the 2011 IRB Wellington 7s Tournament to be held this weekend include the following :

• Seremaia Burotu;
• Apisai Naiyabo;
• Watisoni Votu;
• Nemani Naqusa;
• Semesa Gonevou;
• Kelemedi Bola;
• Mitieli Nacagilevu;
• Emosi Vucago;
• Ilai Tinai;
• Peni Gaunimeke;
• Apisai Navuoro; and
• Joeli Lutumailagi.

Fiji Netball team for the Pacific National Championship

The team for the upcoming Pacific National (Netball) Championship that will be held at Papua New Guinea in June 2011, and the World Netball Championship to be held from 3 to 10 July 2011 in Singapore, has been selected and includes the following players:

• Taraima Rara;
• Maria Lutua;
• Seruwaia Vonolagi;
• Elenoa Vatureba;
• Afa Rosivakula;
• Vaiti Waqatabu;
• Bernie Daurewa;
• Ana Erenavula;
• Alesi Waqa;
• Filo Korovulavula;
• Jacinta Lal;
• Simione Latu;
• Teimumu Moce;
• Matila Waqanidrola;
• Makelesi Mulevoro;
• Luse Kotobalavu;
• Lusi Robanakadavu;
• Mere Rabuka.

2011 Marist Sevens Tournament

The 2011 Marist Sevens Rugby Tournament will be held on Friday, 4 March, and Saturday, 5 March 2011, at the tfl National Stadium, Laucala Bay, Suva. Registration is now open with the tournament to be made up of 64 teams. For more information, pls call William Mar on telephone (679) 9255828.

FNRL Awards Night

The Fiji National Rugby League will hold its Annual Awards Night on Saturday, 5 February 2011, from 7pm to 11pm at the Central Cuisine Restaurant. The Kulture Band will be providing entertainment with the dress code being Bula. Enjoy a buffet dinner with complimentary soft drinks. Tickets are being sold for F$20.00 per person and are available from Liga Gukisuva at Vodafone Fiji. Pls email Liga on ligavatu.gukisuva@vodafone.com for more information.

FBC's Back to School Bash

The Fiji Broadcasting Corporation will be holding a Back-to-School Bash on Saturday, 22 January 2011, from 9am to 8pm along Carnavon Street, Suva. Entertainment will feature homegrown artists, food stalls, gadgets and gizmos.

India Day

The High Commission of India will have a Flag Hoisting Ceremony to commemorate the country's 62nd Republic Day on Wednesday, 26 January 2011, 8.30am, at India House, 72 Princes Road, Tamavua, Suva. Indian nationals and well wishers are invited. For more information, pls call the Indian High Commission on telephone (679) 3301125.

Accommodation for Short Stays in Suva

Visiting Suva soon for a holiday or business and want to rent a private home during your stay? Email info@gilbert.com.fj for further details.

Fiji Residents Rugby League team to play Newcaslte Knights

The Fiji Residents Rugby League team will play Newcastle Knights on Sunday, 13 February 2011, at the Energy Australia Stadium in New South Wales, Australia. Fiji's 2011 National Rugby League season then gets underway from March.

Fiji Warriors team for Australia tour

The Fiji Warriors (Rugby) team selected for the upcoming Australian tour includes the following players :

• Waisea Naulago;
• Viliame Veikoso;
• Iosefo Bele;
• Ben Makutu;
• Noa Bolatagici;
• Setefano Somoca;
• Rupeni Nasiga;
• Api Ratuniyarawa;
• Tevita Cavubati;
• Samuela Bola;
• Aca Ratuva;
• Jimilai Nakaidawa;
• Kelepi Ketedromo;
• Anare Koliavu;
• Joeli Kotobalavu;
• Nemia Kenatale;
• Seveci Taka;
• Wasale Vatuvoka;
• Taniela Rawaqa;
• Paula Karatu;
• Jo Ravulovulo;
• Ravai Fatiaki;
• Isoa Neivua;
• Apisalome Waqatabu;
• Isoa Donaldson;
• Adriu Delai;
• Jonetani Ralulu;
• Manoa Satala;
• Andrew Durutalo (Non-travelling Reserve); and
• Jo Naisilisili (Non-travelling Reserve).

The team has upcoming matches against the Rebels team (29 January 2011) and the Waratahs team (4 February 2011).

Send us information on your activities/events scheduled for 2011

Send us information on your activities/events scheduled for 2011 so that we can post it on this blog. Email the information to info@gilbert.com.fj together with your contact details.

Suva Activities, Events and Accommodation (Updated 10.1.11)

The following events are scheduled for Suva: One-off Events:

• Rent a home for short stays and use it as your base to explore the rest of Fiji. The home is a split level 3 bedroom residence with fencing and gate. It is newly renovated and tastefully furnished. Check out the photos of the home by searching for "Photos of Suva Short Stay Accommodation" on this blog. Discounts can be given for stays over 2 weeks. To enquire further, pls email info@gilbert.com.fj or call telephones (679) 3342719 or (679)9921427;
• Mat Weaving Workshop, from Monday, 10 January, to Friday, 14 January 2011, 10am to 1pm on each day, Fiji Museum Veranda, Suva;
• 2011 Nausori Sevens Tournament, on Friday, 14 January, and Saturday, 15 January 2011, Ratu Cakobau Park, Nausori;
• Uprising Fiji International Sevens Tournament, on Friday, 21 January, and Saturday, 22 January 2011, tfl National Stadium, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• Fiji Volleyball Federation-organised Vanua Games, Friday, 28 January, and Saturday, 29 January 2010, Tattersalls Leisure Centre (former National Gymnasium), Laucala Bay, Suva;
• Waratahs Super 15 vs Fiji Warriors Rugby - pre-season friendly match, Friday, 4 February 2010;
• Youth Cultural Night - organised by the Department of Youth, Friday, 4 February 2011, starting 7pm, Vodafone Arena, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• Fiji National Rugby League Annual Awards Night, Saturday, 5 February 2011, from 7pm to 11pm, Central Cuisine Restaurant, Suva;
• IRB Wellington Sevens, Friday, 4 February, and Saturday, 5 February 2011, Wellington, New Zealand;
• 2011 Datec Golf Summer Cup, from Saturday, 5 February, to Saturday, 26 March 2011, Fiji Golf Club, Vatuwaqa, Suva;
• IRB USA Sevens, Saturday, 12 February, and Sunday, 13 February 2011, San Diego, California, USA.
• Fiji Residents Rugby League team vs Newcastle Knights, Sunday, 13 February 2011, Energy Australia Stadium, New South Wales, Australia;
• Final of the Fiji TV sponsored Rugby Sevens Series, Saturday, 19 February 2011, tfl National Stadium, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• 2010 Fiji Excellence in Tourism Awards will be held on Friday, 25 February 2011, Warwick Resort & Spa, Coral Coast;
• Fiji's 2011 National Rugby League season commences, March 2011;
• South Pacific Assemblies of God Youth Conference, from Monday, 2 May, to Thursday, 5 May 2011, Vodafone Arena, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• Nomura Cup 2011 organised by the Asia Pacific Golf Federation Team Championship (APGC), from 16 to 19 August 2011, Denarau and Natadola Golf Courses;
• 2011 Rugby World Cup - Fiji vs Namibia, Saturday, 10 September 2011, Rotorua International Stadium, Rotorua, New Zealand;
• 2011 Rugby World Cup - Fiji vs South Africa, Saturday, 17 September 2011, Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand;
• 2011 Rugby World Cup - Fiji vs Samoa, Sunday, 25 September 2011, Eden Park, Auckland, New Zealand;
• 2011 Rugby World Cup - Fiji vs Wales, Sunday, 2 October 2011, Waikato Stadium, Hamilton, New Zealand.

Recurring Events:

• Small boat cruises, daily, Nabukalou Creek, Suva;
• Fiji Arts Council Art Gallery opens daily, including Saturdays, Procera House, opposite RB Patel, Waimanu Road, Suva;
• Fiji Museum displays, daily at The Fiji Museum, Suva;
• Oceania Centre Gallery, opens daily, at the Oceania Centre for Arts & Culture, University of the South Pacific, Laucala Bay, Suva;
• Bridge night, every Monday nights, from 6.30 to 9.30pm, The Fiji Club, 1 Selbourne Street, Suva;
• The ROC Market, every third Sunday of the month, outside Dolphins Foodcourt, FNPF Plaza, Victoria Parade, Suva;
• Sunday Church Services, 8am or 10.45am, Wesley Church, Butt Street, Suva;
• Sunday English Church Services, 9am, Calvary Temple, Samabula, Suva.

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Pilates Instructor

Anyone offering Pilates training/sessions is requested to call Natalia Pereira on telephone (679) 7671492. If you are a Pilates instructor, email your details to info@gilbert.com.fj so that we can also post it on this blog.

Waratahs to play pre-season match against Fiji Warriors

The Waratahs Super 15 Rugby team will have a pre-season friendly match against the Fiji Warriors on Friday, 4 February 2010. Venue to be advised later.

Mat Weaving Workshop

A Mat Weaving Workshop will be held from Monday, 10 January, to Friday, 14 January 2011 at the Fiji Museum Veranda. Sessions will be held from 10am to 1pm on each day. Attendance fee is F$50.00 per person. Morning tea will be served on those days.

Nausori Sevens Tournament

The 2011 Nausori Sevens Tournament will be held on Friday, 14 January, and Saturday, 15 January 2011, at Ratu Cakobau Park, Nausori. For more information, pls call Seta on telephone (679) 9087176.

Nabua Sevens Tournament

The Nabua Sevens Tournament will be held on Friday, 7 January, and Saturday, 8 January 2010, at Subrail Park, Labasa. Forty eight teams will participate. Nabua has produced some of the country's top rugby players including Tomasi Cama, Pauliasi Tabulutu, Alifereti Dere, Vili Rauluni and Sakiasi Vonolagi. The tournament will also see the Rauluni Trophy awarded to the winning team. The trophy is being offered to remember the late Rauluni brothers, Meli and Vesito. For more information, pls call Elemaca Ravulo on telephones (679) 8353743 or (679) 7128288.