Hunter Not Happy With Proposed Savusavu Jetty Expansion

Fiji Sun Wednesday 24 May 2017  The proposed plan to expand the Savusavu Jetty would be disastrous for the town’s tourism industry, says the Savusavu Tourism Association president Justin Hunter.

“We plead with our Government to understand and recognise that commercial shipping and tourism do not mix, and the demand for commercial shipping is in fact driven by visitor arrivals,” Mr Hunter said.

“In this case we hope people understand the need to keep our town green and visitor friendly.”

He said that this planned expansion would affect the set-up of the natural environment which was a major boost for their tourism economy.

“The expansion of Savusavu Jetty for commercial purposes in the middle of our scenic town would be a disaster for our tourism industry and greater community.”

He said those concerned must consider the long term implications and economic impact such a rash decision would have on the number one earner of foreign currency and jobs.  Read more…