Gold From Tavua Field, Fiji.

A new goldfield, of some promise, is being opened up at Tavua, on the northern coast of Viti Leva, Fiji, about 30 miles north-east of Lautoka. This is the mining proposition in which Hon. E. G. Theodore, formerly Federal Treasurer, recently became interested. Over £1,000 worth of gold has been taken out already by crude methods, without the aid of machinery. Photograps show:- Top: Where £1,000 in gold has been taken out, by puddling.

Middle: Shelter house for native workers, in course of construction.

Bottom: Mr. Pat Costello, a well-known business man, of Suva, leaving the mine with £500 worth of gold.