Returning seasonal workers from Natewa village in Cakaudrove applauded Banana farming employer MADEC Pty Ltd for the employment opportunity under the Australian Seasonal Worker Programme.

This was brought to light by returning worker Filimoni Waqa after receiving enquiries on employee – employer relationships by the Minister for Employment Jone Usamate.

Waqa says they are grateful to be employed with MADEC and he can confidently say that they enjoyed their work and their stay there.

Another returning worker, Elenoa Silodaveta deployed as a packer with the same employer further highlighted that the employer was very supportive and cooperative through continuous on‑the‑job training and advice.

Meanwhile, Usamate welcomed the positive feedback received and thanked the group for their commitment and dedication in building and maintaining good relationships with the employer and their co‑workers.

The Employment Minister also highlighted that the Ministry will soon have a Liaison Officer both in Australia and in New Zealand under the seasonal work scheme and programme to establish productive inter‑stakeholder’s relationships with Fiji and secure more employment opportunities for Fijian and at the same to market Fiji’s workforce to recognized seasonal employers as a source of reliable seasonal labour.