BRED BANK-SIGATOKA BRANCH OPENING | Strong commitment to youth development, grassroots sport

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Top: BRED Bank Fiji CEO Pierre Tastet, centre, with McDonald’s Mike Friday Select 7s team during the BRED Bank Sigatoka Branch opening formalities. Picture: SUPPLIED

COMMUNITY leader and Coral Coast Fiji 7s founder Jay Whyte has congratulated BRED Bank Fiji on the opening of its new Sigatoka branch, describing the development as a boost for the wider Nadroga–Navosa community.

“On behalf of the McDonald’s Coral Coast Fiji 7s, I warmly congratulate BRED Bank Fiji on the official opening of its new Sigatoka branch,” Mr Whyte said.

He said the bank’s presence in Sigatoka strengthens access to modern, reliable, and customer-focused financial services for families, businesses, and young people along the Coral Coast.

“This milestone strengthens financial access for the Coral Coast and the wider Nadroga–Navosa community,” he said.

Mr Whyte also acknowledged BRED Bank’s sponsorship of the 2026 McDonald’s Coral Coast Fiji 7s Youth Division, describing it as a strong commitment to youth development and grassroots sport.

“We are proud to recognise BRED Bank as the sponsor of the 2026 McDonald’s Coral Coast Fiji 7s Youth Division,” he said.

He said investing in young athletes supports discipline, teamwork, and leadership, with long-term benefits for communities.

“Investing in our young athletes fosters discipline, teamwork, and leadership – benefits that will resonate throughout our communities for years to come,” Mr Whyte said.

He wished the Sigatoka team every success and expressed support for the ongoing partnership between BRED Bank and the Coral Coast Fiji 7s.