SI to observe anti-corruption day

The 2015 International Anti-Corruption Day will be marked in Honiara on the 9th of December. Hosted by Transparency Solomon Islands in partnership with the Government National Integrity Institutions, Solomon Islands Financial Intelligence Unit, Extractive Industries Transparency Institution (EITI) and Forum Solomon Islands International (FSII) , the International Anti-Corruption Day (IACD) on the 9th of December…

Marau Comfort lodge

On the east coast of Guadalcanal lies Marau Sound, a sub-station of the province and an emerging tourism hub. In 2012 the media attention was focused in this area as it hosted the Royal couple, Prince William and Princess Kate at the famous Tavanipupu Resort. With a sprawl of beautiful islands and sandy beaches, Marau…

International volunteers day celebrated

International Volunteer Day is celebrated annually on the 5th of December. This year in the Solomon Islands, local and international volunteer sending agencies partner together with Development Services Organisation, other local volunteers police, and correctional service staff came together to clean the maternity and children’s ward at the National Referral Hospital (NRH), Honiara. The 2015…

Spirit of Enderby visits Choiseul

A cruise-ship called the Spirit of Enderby from France visited Choiseul province recently for the third time this year. The Cruise-Ship visit was organised by Destination Solomon Tour in Honiara. This is an annual visit and the third time in a row for the Spirit of Enderby to visit Choiseul Province.  Such visit by Cruise-ship…

Coral Sea opens in stylish event

Coral Sea Resort officially opens with colourful events featuring four international musicians on Saturday night and Sunday. Featuring on the massive grand opening were Craig David, Conkarah, DJ Tuff Tumas and Sammielz. Adding to the show are local musicians and dancing groups, Jahboy, Rebelle Riddim Band, Small Jam, Jeeno, Papa and Avaiki, NYS Dance Group,…