The Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle (CRB) is an enemy of agriculture in Solomon Islands and other parts of Melanesia. It destroys palm plantations and livelihoods. The damage caused by these beetles reduces the number of coconuts available for food and drinking and can eventually kill the tree, threatening food security and the businesses involved in producing…
The High Court on Friday 6th September 2024 handed down its decision by dismissing previous enforcement orders and claims by Pari Development Company about various land parcels in Noro, Western Province. The Honourable Chief Justice delivered the decision which was welcomed by the Ministry of Lands Housing & Survey (MLHS), in a statement issued by…
A MALE nurse in charge of Sikaiana clinic in Malaita Outer Island (MOI) was left with serious injuries and wounds after being attacked by a villager. The incident occurred early last week at the clinic compound following an argument between the suspect and the local nurse. This had led to the brutal attack leaving the…
CRACKS are beginning to appear in the Government’s strategic engagements in Australia last week, with one senior Minister questioning the composition of the delegation, its approval and who is funding it. The Minister for Foreign Affairs and External Trade Peter Shanel suggested in a telephone call with Solomon Star yesterday, the trip’s agenda “was never…
THE proposed mining prospect on Rendova Island in Western Province is facing significant backlash following the announcement of the project in North Rendova. The controversy erupted after the Hiriro tribe celebrated the official commencement of mineral prospecting on their land more than a week ago, triggering widespread dissent among local residents, leaders, and various community…
A NUMBER of our specialised medical doctors working at the National Referral Hospital (NRH) may soon be heading overseas to take up new job offers. This comes after their contract with the Solomon Islands Government came to an end, source close to the deal has disclosed. Already some of the local doctors have indicated their…
TWO schools in Shortlands in the Western Province have been forced to suspend classes indefinitely due to food shortage. The affected schools are Nila Parish Don Bosco operated by the Dominican Sisters of the Roman Catholic Church and Tuha Junior Secondary School. Reports reaching Solomon Star last week indicated that both institutions have been grappling…
Australian remains committed to addressing climate change issues affecting the Pacific region including Solomon Islands. That’s the assurance from Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, Pictured above on the left, during his presentation last week at the Faculty of Education and Humanities (FEH) Panatina Campus Lecture Theatre. The one hour seminar focused on two…
A Disability Inclusion Awareness Session was successfully conducted for the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration (MCILI) last week. The Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) with the support from World Health Organization (WHO) conducted the awareness on Tuesday3rd September at the MCILI conference room in Honiara. The session was well-attended by Heads of…
Tulagi police have rescued 28 passengers from a sunken vessel between Guadalcanal and Florida islands on Sunday, 8 September 2024. The Landing Craft (LC) Adi Wai Tui left Honiara to Tulagi when it encountered sea coming from the bottom of the ship. Members of the ship’s crew tried to pump out the water but the…