Street Talk: public welcomes utility bill cuts
API JUNIOR HUNKIN, 21 (PAPAUTA)
"It's great news that the government has finally put a price drop on those necessities like water and electricity. Feels like a weight has been lifted off from a lot of the people. Also the ferry fare to Savaii is convenient enough for those traveling between islands. So I support this price drop and change"
LIKI AVAU 32 FALELAUNIU, 32 ( FALELAUNIU)
" About time , actually perfect timing since everyone is heading into the year and now are preparing themselves for Festive seasons. Shopping and taking care of their families during such difficult times. I think this move by the government is in perfect timing".
ANTONIO SIMETI TUIOTI, 25 (FALEFA)
" I agree and support this great move on the price drop on water and electricity. I think the struggle that people had to endure with the rising price of goods and products [which] are a little lighter now that these necessities have dropped by 20 per cent. I support this initiative"
MAU FUALUGA, 39 (LEVI)
"I think the price drop is very helpful , I like this move by the government. Things are a bit dramatic now with us heading back into by-election but everything that has been promised within their manifesto during their roadshows is starting to show good progress.
FIAFIA LUKA, 24 (SOGI)
"I support this move the current government has put on the necessities of everyday living. Comparing to the fact that the majority are on minimum wage, it's a huge help for all Samoans."
PEPE AINUU, 42 (FALEAPUNA)
"This has my full support. The recent increase in pension, the drop on electricity and water bills is something great. A huge help for the nation of Samoa in moving forward and living a easier life"
KALOLO MALAMA, 27 (SATAPUALA)
"It's a very positive start, I assume that these blessings will help us out a lot and if the people of the nation will receive these price drops it will help them tremendously especially these days where the things we consume everyday are getting expensive everyday. So I fully support and am grateful for the move by the government".
ROSA AVAPALU, 56 (TULAELE)
"This is great but it is also a worrying matter. I actually support this move by the current government and I hope it doesn't stop there. Good things have consequences sometimes. I know the nation is grateful but I hope there isn't a consequence that will follow from this. But I am immensely grateful for this price drop , I hope it does not end here."