The construction work on the new Rotuma Hospital is expected to be completed by next year September.
This was highlighted by the Commissioner Eastern Luke Moroivalu after a meeting in Ahau Government Station in Rotuma with engineers from the Republic of Fiji Military Forces who are constructing the new Rotuma Hospital.
Moroivalu, was in Rotuma earlier this week to attend a special sitting of the Rotuma Island Council.
He says the 2nd Phase is currently progressing and this involves the construction of a northern wing, a southern wing, and a double story central block.
He adds these includes the completion of an administration space, a laboratory, and wards for men, women, and children.
Moroivalu says RFMF engineers arrived in September in Rotuma and they have a 12 month target to complete the 2nd Phase of the construction of the hospital.
The new hospital will cost $8.3 million.
