Police have arrested five suspects over a murder on Lord Howe Island. Investigation continues after a fatal fight in Luaniua. RSIPF/SOLSTAR — Officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force have arrested five suspects in connection with a murder incident on Lord Howe Island. The arrests were carried out following a coordinated operation involving homicide…
A police officer is under investigation after a police-marked vehicle crashed into a tree at Graciosa Bay, Temotu Province. A police officer is under investigation following a road accident involving a police-marked vehicle at Graciosa Bay in Temotu Province early this morning, 21 March 2026. Supervising Provincial Police Commander for Temotu, Inspector Walter Leleina, confirmed…
RSIPF warns residents to avoid the Alligator Creek area on 18 March during a controlled UXO demolition at Hells Point as part of ongoing efforts to remove explosive remnants of World War II. The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) has advised the public that a controlled demolition of unexploded ordnance (UXO) will take place…
Premier Veo faces motion of no confidence as Assembly gets underway on Monday By ULUTAH GINA Solomon Star, Gizo The Western Provincial Assembly (WPA) meeting begins today in the Western Provincial capital of Gizo, with the province’s proposed budget expected to dominate discussions among Members of the Provincial Assembly (MPAs). Political observers say the outcome…
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele meets Solomon Islands Honorary Consul to Germany Claudia von Lötzen to discuss tourism training, renewable energy and cultural cooperation. Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has welcomed the Solomon Islands Honorary Consul to Germany, Dr Claudia Curtis Seutter von Lötzen, during a meeting at the Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet in…
Opposition Leader Matthew Wale encourages Solomon Islands youths to take interest in governance, leadership and national development during a visit to White River School. Leader of Opposition Matthew Wale has encouraged young people to take a greater interest in the governance and future of the Solomon Islands. Mr Wale made the call during a visit…
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has pledged support for Solomon Kings FC and the “Kings Army” as the team prepares for key OFC Professional League matches in Honiara. Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has pledged his support for the “Kings Army” supporters’ movement as Solomon Kings FC prepares to host two crucial Round 4 matches of the…
A new solar hybrid system launched at Sir Dudley Tuti College in Isabel Province will provide reliable clean energy for more than 800 students and staff. More than 800 students and staff are now benefitting from clean, reliable solar energy at Sir Dudley Tuti College in Isabel Province through the Solomon Islands-Australia partnership. Delivered by…
Paul Turner says the Commonwealth of Nations is more important than ever during Commonwealth Day celebrations at King George VI School in Honiara. The British High Commissioner to Solomon Islands and Nauru, His Excellency Paul Turner addressed Form Four students at King George VI School during Commonwealth Day celebrations on March 9. He highlighted that…
Frank Zheng Bendiah was acquitted by Honiara Magistrates’ Court for unlawful wounding after a January 2025 incident in Kerekere Island, Malaita Outer Islands. By ASSUMPTA BUCHANANSolomon Star, Honiara A CHINESE national who stood trial following a violent altercation on a remote island in Lord Howe, Malaita Outer Islands (MOI), has been acquitted in the Honiara…