BURNS CREEK clinic in Malango Ward in Guadalcanal Province has reopened this morning after it closed its door indefinitely early this week to allow for police investigation. This followed a burglary that occurred over the weekend at the clinic. The incident has been described as a dishonourable act. Dr. Ray Seleso, Supervising Director for Health…
The Western Provincial Government (WPG) has come under fire for its failure to properly maintain and utilize an abandoned government office building in Munda Western Province. And this had sparked criticism from residents and leaders alike.The building, originally intended to house key government offices, has been left to deteriorate for years. Overgrown with vegetation, riddled…
Authorities in Gizo are set to launch a crackdown this week to remove unlicensed betel nut vendors operating along the streets of the Western Provincial capital this week. The move comes as part of efforts to maintain cleanliness and enforce local bylaws prohibiting the sale of betel nut in public areas. Western Provincial Government (WPG)…
LEADER of Opposition Matthew Wale has welcomed reports that police investigation into the Economic Stimulus Package (ESP) referrals have commenced. In a statement, Tuesday, Wale has commended the Office of the Auditor General’s (OAG) for their diligent work. He said the responsibility has now passed to the Police Commissioner to give this investigation serious priority.…
THE Asian Development Bank (ADB) has responded to claims made by the Leader of the Opposition, Matthew Wale, who expressed strong objections to the manner in which ADB and the government are managing the upgrade of the old Honiara international wharf in Honiara. In a statement last week, Wale said, originally agreed at SBD 240…
Solomon Airlines and the Solomon Islands National Sports Council (SINSC) have signed a deal to support sports development in the country. The Letter of Cooperation was signed to establish a foundation to support registered national sporting associations in promoting participation in national, regional and international events. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to supporting the…
Campbelltown City Soccer Club (CCSC) on Tuesday officially announced the signing of Solomon Islands international Javin Wae Alick with the club for the Australia National Premier League (NPL) 2025/2026 season. Wae has moved to Australia last month after the signing and has been part of the club’s preparations for the season until yesterday when the…
The Solomon Islands Customs and Excise, Immigration, and Biosecurity Divisions have participated in a Maritime Border Fundamentals training under the Solomon Islands-Australia Partnership. This is to modernise border processes through a program supporting reform agendas of law enforcement agencies. The training program, delivered by the Australian Border Force (ABF), is crucial to the disruption of…
The High Court of Solomon Islands, the Federal Court of Australia, and the National and Supreme Court of Papua New Guinea (PNG) have signed two new Memoranda of Understanding. Chief Justice Sir Albert Palmer represented the High Court of Solomon Islands, while the Federal Court of Australia was represented by Chief Justice Debra Mortimer, and…
THE Solomon Islands National Women’s team left the country on Sunday to participate in the PacificAus Sports Four Nations Series 2025 in Canberra, Australia. Their departure was confirmed by the Solomon Islands Football Federation (SIFF). “The National Women’s Team departs this morning for the PacificAus Sports Four Nations Series 2025 in Canberra, Australia,” SIFF said…