ROAD repairs in Savusavu have been labelled a waste of public funds by a former road supervisor and contractor.
Abdul Shah said potholes patched today often reappear after light rain.
“I have worked in this field for a long time,” Mr Shah said.
“What’s happening now seems like a waste of public funds.”
Mr Shah said the footpath built between the Anglican Church and the Total Service Station in Savusavu lacked proper structural strength.
“There’s no steel reinforcement, just concrete.
“One earthquake and it will crumble.”
In response, the Fiji Roads Authority’s Savusavu manager, Tevita Waqatoga, said current pothole repairs were temporary measures.
“We are now working on permanent improvements using stronger materials,” he said.
Mr Waqatoga said all materials used in the construction of roads were tested and had met FRA standards, but environmental factors contributed to their deterioration.
“Savusavu is a very rainy area, and continuous rain will break down the road materials more quickly.”
He said they planned to introduce a monitoring mechanism to ensure better quality work.
“We are accountable.
“Our goal is to do proper, long-lasting infrastructure work.”
