On September 22, 1984, the Tebara festival commenced under the theme “Tebara embraces all.” The event began in Nausori, featuring a march led by the Royal Fiji Military Forces Band alongside the LDS Technical College marching band. The festival was officially inaugurated by Hafiz Khan, the Chief Administrator of the Nausori Town Council.
One of the notable aspects of the festival was an inter-faith service that took place at Ratu Cakobau Park on September 23, uniting the Christian, Hindu, and Islamic communities. Evening festivities included open-air dances with music from the Cava Brothers, along with public judging of contestants at Cakobau Park.
Wednesday’s lineup featured an Indian night showcasing cultural performances such as bhagra, nagra, kathak, and an Indian drama, alongside musical acts. Pacificque night also attracted a large audience, highlighted by performances from various islanders and modern dancer Duffy King from the University of the South Pacific.
Additionally, the Nausori Health Centre organized a baby show for local mothers. The Fiji Times anticipated a significant turnout for the grand float procession on the festival’s final day, which would journey from Visama Rice Mill to Ratu Cakobau Park.
The festival’s pinnacle event was the crowning of Miss Tebara, conducted by Deputy Leader of the Opposition Irene Jai Narayan at 7 PM. Following this, the annual Tebara Ball was scheduled to take place at the Whistling Duck Club, where contestants and attendees would dine and dance to the music of the Cava Brothers.