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Surf’s Up in Fiji with new decree
Thursday, July 01, 2010
Surfing areas around the country are now open to anyone who wants to use them under the new Regulation of Surfing Areas Decree.
Tourism Minister Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum says this will allow access to any surfing area in Fiji without payment or compensation, and enhance Fiji’s image as a premier surf travel destination.
In the past some top surfing areas were restricted by hotels or resorts that had leases over the area and imposed payment and conditions for their use.
The Decree cancels any existing instrument of title, including any lease or license – without payment of any compensation.
All interests for any surfing area in Fiji have been vested to the Director of Lands and the decree excludes any challenges in court against the cancellation of existing interests.
As the Minister responsible, Sayed-Khaiyum will determine a date for the commencement of the Decree.
via FBCL – News.
