HONIARA Senior High School (HSHS) is grappling with significant challenges due to an unprecedented rise in student enrollment, which has reached approximately 1,300 for the 2024 academic year. This trend, which persisted over the past decade, is now straining the school’s resources, leading to overcrowded classrooms and heightened difficulties with student discipline. In his speech…
WESTERN Province (WP) is still without a Provincial Child Desk Officer following the resignation of the position-holder early this year. This impacted work on addressing children’s affairs in the province. This was highlighted by the Western Provincial Secretary Patrick Toiraena at the International Children’s Day celebration in the Provincial Capital last week on Monday. Mr…
A 56-year-old businessman was arrested on fortnight ago by Taro police for raping a 16-year-old girl at a village in North West Choiseul recently. The suspect was arrested on Wednesday 6 November 2024. Police Commissioner Mr. Mostyn Mangau said it was alleged that the suspect raped the victim on different occasions in the month of…
A 76-year-old grandfather has been arrested for alleged rape in a community in East Choiseul on 6 November 2024. The grandfather, who was a person of trust, committed the offence with three different victims ageing eight, nine, and twelve years on separate occasions. Taro police made the arrest. It was alleged that the suspect invited…
Auki Police as of last week have commenced its police festive season operation with few arrests and warnings. The operation targeted kwaso (homebrew), illegal gambling, and provided high-visibility patrols in the Auki township area. During the operation, kwaso raids have been conducted at Kilufii, Kwalabusu, Ararame, Fiu, Aimela, and Teak areas. According to Commissioner Mr.…
Solomon Islands have ended their FIFA World Cup 26™ Oceania Qualifiers campaign on a high with a victory over hosts Papua New Guinea (PNG) on Sunday. Both sides were resigned to their fate, with Solomon Islands eliminated after their loss on Thursday to New Caledonia, whilst Fiji’s draw earlier in the day meant Papua New…