Reeves International, in collaboration with the Australian Defence Force, held an open day event on Friday, November 7, 2025 at the Lofung Border Outpost site for the surrounding communities. The event provided an opportunity to update residents on the ongoing activities and progress at the Lofung post. The open day was aimed to strengthen engagement and transparency…
Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel handed over sports equipment to schools near Lofung Station as part of the ongoing Solomon Islands–Australia Partnership. The donation event took place during an open day on Friday – November 7, 2025 which brought smiles to both teachers and students. The equipment aims to support youth engagement by encouraging physical activity, teamwork, and community participation among…
The latest signing of a $1.5 million sponsorship deal between the Solomon Islands Ports Authority (SIPA) and the Solomon Kings Football Club has stirred mixed reactions, particularly among SIPA employees. While the sponsorship is seen as a significant contribution to sports and youth development in the country, some employees are questioning the timing of the investment—given that…
A man from Ilitona village in Nusatuva, Kolombangara, Western Province, is recovering at Gizo Hospital after surviving a brutal crocodile attack over the weekend. According to reports, the man was preparing to go out fishing on Saturday morning when the reptile struck. His wife had woken him up around 3am for their usual fishing trip.…
A MAN who killed an elderly man during a late-night argument over money in 2023 at Tausoro, Central Guadalcanal Province has lost his bid to overturn his murder conviction. The Court of Appeal found the killing was not an act of self-defence. The alleged incident occurred on the night of 11 August 2023 at Tausoro,…
THE Court of Appeal has reduced the prison term of Philip Basikekero, who killed his wife in a violent attack, from 15 years to 12 years imprisonment. The attack occurred on 25 December 2022 at their home in Fulisango, East Honiara, shocking the local community. Basikekero, 57, pleaded guilty to manslaughter after his 48-year-old wife, Gladys,…
TRIAL of two brothers accused of burgling properties worth over $42,000 and $334,000 in cash from a building in the Fangs area at Tandai in West Honiara is underway this week. Joe Malau, 31 and Matthew Malau, 34, are facing trial for the charge of Burglary before Deputy Chief Magistrate Ricky Rongomea. The alleged incident…
The Government of Solomon Islands, through the Ministry of Police, National Security and Correctional Services, attended an Open Day at the Lofung Border Outpost in Shortland on Friday 7th November to highlight the progress and significance of this vital security and development project. The event brought together traditional leaders, community members, youths, church groups, government officials, and international…
The Solomon Islands National University (SINU) has announced that Associate Professor Eric Katovai, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Academic), has been elected a Fellow of the Pacific Academy of Sciences (PAS). He joins 12 other leading Pacific researchers and innovators who have been recognised by the Academy for their outstanding contributions to science, education, and leadership across the region. Established in…
No Solomon Islands Government (SIG)-sponsored students are currently studying at the University of Goroka (UOG) in the Eastern Highlands Province of Papua New Guinea (PNG). This was confirmed by Solomon Islands High Commissioner to PNG, His Excellency William Soaki, following violent clashes between students and villagers near the university’s back gate at Ato Market on…