Community Culture

Rich Fijian Culture

Fijian culture is historically tied to the ocean and marine life, a connection which remains strong today.  Many Fijian villagers are also traditional owners of the local fishing ground and land resources.

Many communities still farm the traditional taro root crop and produce Yaqona, the essential kava drink in Fiji. Many communities, including the Kubulau, rely on fish as their primary source of protein and are affected greatly by commercial fleets and overfishing.  One of the most famous products of Fiji is the tapa cloths. These exquisite tapestries originate from tree bark and are made throughout the pacific. Historically, tapas were created by woman of a village through a process of tearing apart, soaking, and pounding the bark.  Eventually the soft long material was imprinted and painted with a locally significant and beautiful pattern.

Due to western influence, many communities now have a passion for playing Rugby and compete regularly.

The late Tui Kubulau, former Chief of all Kubulau

Villages of the Kubulau

The Kubulau consists of 10 distinct villages. The Namalata, Nadivakarua, Nakorovou, Waisa, Raviravi, Nasasaivua, Kilaka, Natokalau, Navatu, and Kobo Villages are all represented in the Kubulau Management Resource Committee (KMRC) to effectively protect the qoliqoli, or the native fishing ground. Many Fijians, as in the Kubulau, follow Christianity and attend regular services.

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