“This is not just a job; it is a calling”. That’s what Martha Inifiri had to say last week on completion of her aged care training. This year, under the Aged Care Expansion (ACE) Program, Australia has supported 100 Solomon Islands women to attain the qualifications needed for them to work in Australia as certified…
The redevelopment of Buala Wharf in Isabel has progressed to the next stage with initial plans for a longer wharf. The next phase is now under review by the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) and the Isabel Provincial Government. The proposed new wharf is being designed to double the current capacity of shipping in and…
Passengers booked for the Lomlom flights operated by Solomon Airlines before Christmas are frustrated and disappointment over repeated cancellations, which has been going on for over a week. Many travellers, including families, have had their holiday plans disrupted, with no clear communication or updates from the airline. “We were excited to visit our relatives for…
The Anglican Church of Melanesia (ACOM) is facilitating a two day appeal for freewill donations from the public to support victims of the Vanuatu earthquake. Donations are welcomed as of today, Thursday until tomorrow, Friday. In a statement this morning ACOM said; “If you are around Honiara and wishing to donate something towards our brothers…