THE first prize winner of the Soltuna Mega Prize Draw, Melody Turelyn from Malaita has described her win as ‘a life-changing event.’ “When I heard my name announced, I was in a state of disbelief. I was just could not believe that I have won $50,000.00 It’s a life changing event for me,” Mrs Turelyn…
THE Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) Regional MCS Data Analysis Training (RMCS DAT) successfully concluded its second phase on Friday in Brisbane, Australia, equipping participants with advanced data analysis skills to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. The training brought together representatives from 9 FFA Members: Cook Islands, FSM, Kiribati, Nauru, RMI, Palau, PNG, Solomon…
ALLEGATIONS of many applicants forging documents under the Labour Mobility Scheme (LMS) has come under scrutiny with the West Makira Member of Parliament (MP) Derick Manuari expressing deep concern. Hon Manuari in a statement issued on Wednesday said, it is more concerning that authorities especially the Labour Mobility Unit (LMU) has no proper mechanisms in…
SOLTUNA Limited on Monday officially handed over the cash prizes worth $100,000 to the three winners of the Soltuna super draw. The three winners were picked and announced last Friday in Honiara during the prize draw. The prize distribution ceremony was held at the Soltuna Head Office in Ranadi where the Marketing Manager Kenwood Harry…
A MOVE by the In-Land Revenue Division of the Ministry of Finance and Treasury to force companies to clear their corporate tax arrears before their new payments are accepted, is believed to have severely affected the government’s financial woes. Companies with arrears are said to have been locked out from the tax payment system. This…
ANGRY South San Jorge landowners have hired the Whitlam E Togamae law firm to represent them in the case involving the grant of a Prospecting Licence to the Hong Kong-based firm, Far East Resources Company Ltd. They have issued a four-point plan to the Whitlam Barristers and Solicitors law firm to pursue. Unlike similar cases…
The Ministry of National Planning and Development Coordination (MNPDC) has successfully completed the validation workshop for the Solomon Islands Least Developed Country (LDC) Graduation Smooth Transition Strategy (STS). The workshop, held at Heritage Park Hotel on Monday 27th January 2025, brought together key stakeholders, including government officials, development partners, private sector representatives, and civil society…
THE Honiara City Council (HCC) has announced a mass eradication of dogs, targeting particularly stray and unlicensed dogs in the city. The operation commenced as of February 1, Saturday. In a statement issued last week, HCC emphasised that the operation will target stray dogs and those found without proper tags to indicate they are licensed.…
SOLTUNA Limited on Friday concluded its five-month-long promotional campaign with the announcement of the three lucky winners who walked away with the Mega Prize giveaway worth $100,000. The grand prize draw, held in front of the ITA Head Office in Point Cruz, attracted a good crowd, who were all hopeful of winning one of the…
The Solomon Islands Council of Trade Unions (SICTU) has praised the Government for the recently announced 3% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) approved by Cabinet last week. This decision demonstrates recognition of the economic pressures faced by workers and their families, and SICTU welcome this step toward alleviating their burdens. However, SICTU wishes to highlight…