A GROUP of dedicated tilapia farmers from Southern region of Malaita have successfully harvested their first stock after a year of hard work and commitment. This milestone achievement and harvest was conducted last week. The project, which began in September 2024, was spearheaded by local farmer Paul Asitewa and his group. Malaita province fishery officer Mathew Isihanua said after 12 months of…
The Fracture Clinic at the Orthopaedic Ward, National Referral Hospital (NRH), was reopened on Monday 29th after a two-week renovation. This had restored vital services for patients requiring bone and joint care and critical trauma services for patients across Solomon Island. The refurbishment marks the first major upgrade to the clinic in nearly a decade. Dr Patrick Hou’asia,…
LOCAL communities in Heruiesi in South Malaita recently took part in a series of activities under the Community-Based Fisheries Management (CBFM) program. This was aimed at strengthening sustainable use of marine resources in Malaita province. The event included; reef monitoring training and a review of the community’s management plan. Participants were first introduced to reef monitoring techniques through on-land practice…
THE long-awaited inter-secondary school sports carnival for all Western Province schools will be hosted next year, marking a major comeback for one of the province’s most celebrated youth events. Provincial Sports Coordinator, Jim Ben, confirmed the revival during a recent meeting with Physical Education teachers on Monday. “Preparations are already underway under the leadership of the Western Sport Division.”…
In a thrilling show of skills and teamwork the Jogran netball team from Sasamuqa emerged victorious at the fundraising event in Pangoe village, Northeast Choiseul. The team clinched the championship title after defeating its rival team Osa blue with a final score of 11-8. The netball championship concluded with Osa blue taking a well-earned second…