Fiji Day celebrations start today

Fiji gained independence in 1970 and today Fiji Islanders celebrate its 39th birthday with some employees all decked out in blue, having bula themes and morning tea.

The Fiji Day celebrations, with the theme "Educating Fiji towards Change, Peace and Progress" will be held simultaneously throughout the country this hour and it is expected to cost the government $40,000, will see marches and assemblies organised in schools as well as cities and towns around the country.

In Suva, students, education stakeholders, the RFMF, Fiji Police and National Youth Bands will begin their march this hour from Victoria Parade to Albert Park while at the same time in Labasa, their march will begin from Macuata House to St Mary's school ground.

Meanwhile, Fiji's Old Capital, Levuka has a whole lot of activities planned for today as villagers gear up for Fiji Day celebrations.

A Villager from Toki village in Levuka, Ilaitia Lewanavanua says children are enjoying the carnival organised in Levuka.