MPG hails Australia for road support

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THE Malaita Provincial Government (MPG) has expressed gratitude to Australia for its ongoing support to Solomon Islands and moreover for funding the Malaita South Road Rehabilitation Project. At the project unveiling ceremony in Auki on Wednesday, Premier Elijah Asilaua described the event as a significant moment of unity, which symbolizes a tripartite partnership  amongst the Australian Government, Solomon Islands Government and Malaita Provincial Government for a brighter…

REDIRECTION POLICY INVITING

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Malaita Province reaps benefits of Fundamental Redirection Policy as development partners gather in Auki for 41st 2ndAppointed Day Celebration to announce what they intend to do to help Malaita Provincial Gov’t  develop the province SUDDENLY Malaita Province finds itself in the middle of a treasure trove hidden from its sight for many years – thanks to the…

Victory for Solo U19

Sports, Sports - National

SOLOMON Islands Under-19 men’s team had to fight back in the second half to score two goals and win the first friendly match against the Subway Joeys last night. It was a close match. Solomon Islands were down by a goal by half time. But a second-half comeback for the host side managed to see…

DOGS ATTACK, INJURE GIRL

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A SIX- YEAR-OLD kindergarten girl is recovering at the Gizo Hospital, Western Province, from stray dog-inflicted injuries. The girl received wounds to her body after a pack of about ten stray dogs attacked her at around 5pm on Tuesday on the road along the Western Provincial Government Headquarter. The victim is a student of the…

Youth leader calls for support 

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CHAIRMAN of the Mbokonavera 4 Youth Group, Sammy James Au has called on the national government, Non-Government Organizations (NGOs), business houses and relevant authorities to continue supporting youths by providing youth engagement programs to keep them from involving in anti-social activities in communities. Mr Au made the call during an interview with Solomon Star at…

GP police warn, remove illegal miners

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GUADALCANAL Province police have warned and removed more than 40 illegal miners from Gold Ridge, Central Guadalcanal yesterday. This followed their unauthorized gold panning activities on the Gold Ridge Mining Limited (GRML) tenement. Shift supervisor Chris Porawa confirmed to Solomon Star that the miners were arrested and questioned at Henderson station before being issued warnings.  Mr…

World Breastfeeding week marked

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THE Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) and its stakeholders recently commemorated the World Breastfeeding Week highlighting the importance of breastfeeding. It was held based on the theme ‘Close the Gap: Breastfeeding support for all.’ Speaking at the event on behalf of the MHMS Permanent Secretary Pauline McNeil, the Deputy Secretary (Healthcare), Dr Gregory…

Malaitans pleased with MPs’ reconciliation

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MALAITANS have welcomed the reconciliation ceremony between Members of Parliament (MPs) from Malaita Province within the Opposition, Independent groups and the Government on Monday. News of the reconciliation has generated positive remarks from the public, especially Malaitans. The reconciliation was held in Honiara at the Paul Tovua Complex at the National Parliament in Honiara. The…

TOUGH CONTEST

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Subway Joeys say its going to be tough encounter with SI U-19 The Subway Joeys Under 17 of Australia are prepared ahead of their opening match of the PacificAus Sports Football Tour this evening. The boys had their training runs since their arrival on Sunday night at one of the newly built sports ground near…