MANY stories were told about how far voters travelled to cast their vote with the sudden announcement of pre-polling before September 17.

And among those travelling long distances was 18-year-old Sainiasi Matalewena.

He attends John Wesley College in Raiwaqa, Suva and travelled by bus to Nasau District in Ra to cast his vote .

“I’m a first time voter and to have the opportunity to vote in this election was a very exciting thing for me,” he said.

“This is the first week of school and even though I’m missing out on classes, I’m glad I came to vote.

“I understood the whole process and I hope that the person I chose wins.”