CONCERNS have resurfaced over certain passenger vessels traveling to the Western Province in breach of marine safety regulations by exceeding the authorised passenger capacity set by the Solomon Islands Maritime Authority (SIMA). Reports indicate that some vessels carry passengers beyond the certified limits, raising serious safety concerns. January is a travel peak time for passenger…
RESIDENTS of Roviana Lagoon in South New Georgia are calling for urgent development and improved infrastructure, particularly the construction of the long-awaited Bareke Bridge, which would link Munda to other parts of the lagoon. For decades, infrastructure development in Roviana Lagoon and the broader Tetepare Rendova Constituency has been neglected. Concerned residents claim that since…
Australia has appointed local contractor Hatanga Ltd to build the new SBD28.9m Seghe Market in Marovo, Western Province emphasising its commitment to delivering large infrastructure projects with local companies. Speaking at the contract signing last week, His Excellency Rod Hilton, said the contract with Hatanga recognised the growing excellence in Solomon Islands to deliver high…
The Soroboilo tribe, a landowning group of the Gold Ridge Mine, brought much-needed relief to its members by releasing payments to support school fees. This initiative, driven by the tribe’s commitment to education, has been warmly welcomed by families facing financial strain. Last Friday, the tribe disbursed a total of $200,000.00 to 18 family groups,…
In February 2025 Australia Awards Solomon Islands is offering professional training for Australia Awards alumni on understanding disability. Applications for this training opportunity are now open. This training will provide a foundational understanding of disability, its various forms, its implications for individuals and society, and its impact on programming. The training sessions will cover key…
Today, Friday, 17th January Australia and Solomon Islands announce a new step in our bilateral relationship. Australia will provide a package of support to grow the size and capability of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF), in response to a request by Solomon Islands. Our announcement follows discussions initiated between Prime Ministers in June…
Maluu, North Malaita – David Kona, the owner and operator of a local meat processing and packaging business in Malu’u, Malaita shared insights into his inspiring journey despite feeling unwell and unable to speak directly. “My motivation for starting this business stems from my desire to support the community and promote locally sourced food products,”…
CONCERNS have been raised by Honiara residents over illegal water connections in certain squatter settlements in and around the national capital and many perceive this an act of injustice to the user-pay customers of Solomon Water (SW). It has been discovered that some individuals in squatter settlements in and around Honiara have illegally connected water…
THE development of the new Provincial Township for Choiseul Province is progressing steadily, with the first phase now taking shape. Reports from Taro said the groundwork has commenced, marking a significant progress in the ambitious township project, which is aimed at ensuring urban facilities and services in the province. Authorities and stakeholders involved in the…
A BUSINESS faction within the hardware industry is said to be responsible for putting together a 10-point Memorandum of Demands (MoD) on Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele, sources have revealed. The move is intended to dampen a price war that is brewing in the lucrative hardware industry, resulting in rival political factions being formed and established,…