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One of our key functions is to continually seek to update Geological Information on the Fiji Islands

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Geological Data and Information

Geological Mapping has been one of our key tasks in the past and  a major revision of existing geological maps is underway; with the  aim of eventually  providing all geological information in an electronic format (GIS based)

Recent Geological Mapping | Aeromagnetic Dataset | Data Packages | Industrial Minerals

Geology of Fiji | Discovery of Gold in Fiji | Gold Statistics | Educational Pamphlets


Geological Map of Viti Levu

Geological Map of Vanua Levu

For more information, contact :

Director,
Mineral Resources Department,
Private Mail Bag,
GPO, Suva.
Fiji Islands.

FAX:      (679)  337 0039
PHONE: (679)  338 1611

or   [Contact us by Email]

Quick Access: Table of Contents


Geology of Fiji: This brief note on the Geology of Fiji was prepared largely for public information, aimed at school students. Similar notes are available on Rocks and Minerals.

Discovery of Gold in Fiji A historical paper on gold in Fiji, from early pan prospecting to present underground mining

Gold in Fiji An educational pamphlet introducing the element gold, its uses, mining of gold and the geological setting in which gold is deposited in Fiji.

Gold Statistics Gold production and export figures from Fiji's Mining Sector.

Mineral Resources Department is responsible for providing data on the geology and mineral exploration of Fiji to facilitate exploration and development of the Mineral Sector.
A list of  existing published material may be obtained from the Library.

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