Double crowned winner Marica Waqaniburotu dedicated the win to her family.

This after she was crowned the Miss Friendly North 2024 and Miss Charity tonight in front of thousands at Subrail Park in Labasa.

“This victory is for my family, who have been my biggest supporters,” she said.

“Their love and encouragement have been my greatest source of strength She said the queens contesting in this year’s Festival were all winners.

“These crowns are not just for me but for all the queens who have paved the way.”

Meanwhile, Miss Labasa Town Council Adi Volitikoro took home the first runner up and Miss Northern Civil Service Vika Tadu who also won Miss Photogenic won second runner up.