The best things happen for families when women and girls are allowed to reach their full potential - Pillay

The best things happen for families when women and girls are allowed to reach their full potential.

This was highlighted by co‑founder of Culturally Diverse Women, Div Pillay the Guest Speaker at the Westpac Women In Business Awards 2018 last night.

It was also a proud and exciting moment for 2 time nominee, Kim Beddoes who was awarded the Woman in Business, Business Woman of the Year award.

Fijiana 15's Loose head Prop, Lailanie Burnes was awarded the Executive Manager of the Year Private Sector award while Rachael Rakau of ANZ Bank won the Public Sector Executive Manager of the Year award.

Chief Environment Officer at Fiji's Ministry of Lands and Mineral Resource Raijeli Taga won Executive Woman Public Sector award while Private Sector Executive Woman was awarded to Karen Lobendahn of Fiji TV.

Aspiring Entrepreneur was awarded to Keshvi Sukhu and a Special Award was presented to Lorraine Seeto for her long standing service and achievements over the 37 years with the Reserve Bank of Fiji.