The East Rennell Rugby Union Association (ERRUA), under the Solomon Islands Rugby Union Federation (SIRUF), successfully held its first-ever Tegano Tamagiki Rakabi Festival over the weekend. The festival, focused on kids’ rugby development, brought together families, young players, and community leaders in a vibrant celebration of sport, unity, and youth empowerment. Supported by Solomon Rugby…
Government through the Ministry of Police National Security & Correctional Services (MPNSCS) has signed a land lease agreement with the Kariki landowners on Monday 20th October. The ceremony was witnessed by Permanent Secretary Karen Galokale, Commissioner of Lands Alan McNeil, and the five trustees representing the Kariki landowners. This significant agreement secures the land parcel allocated for the establishment of…
THE Ministry of Communication and Aviation has released tenders to rehabilitate airstrips at Atoifi in Malaita Province and AvuAvu on East Guadalcanal. Minister Fredrick Kologeto confirmed this in Parliament last week in response to a question from Leader of the Independent Group, Manasseh Maelanga. Maelanga also asked about the status of Babanikira Airstrip on the…
All National Referral Hospital (NRH) vehicle fleet in Honiara should have protective steel mesh security grills around them just like Police and Correctional vehicles. The suggestion was made following the stoning incident over the weekend of a land-cruiser owned by the Emergency Department (ED) at NRH. The incident occurred at the FFA Road Junction West…
The University of the South Pacific’s (USP), Centre for Sustainable Futures (CSF), is placing interdisciplinary research at the heart of its mission to address the Pacific’s most pressing sustainability challenges. By bringing together diverse disciplines such as environmental science, marine studies, applied sciences, and social development, the Centre aims to drive collaborative, innovative, and practical…
Southern United who currently settles on the 10th spot of the Super league 2025 season have made a strong statement when they shared point with the currently table leaders Malaita Kingz FC last Saturday at the East End stadium in East Honiara. The match ended up in a 6 goals endless drama after 3 all in…
PARLIAMENT has been adjourned on Monday to allow a review of the Public Service Bill 2025. Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele confirmed the adjournment in Parliament, saying the Attorney General’s Chambers, the Clerk’s Office, and the Ministry of Public Service need time to review the Bill in line with recommendations made by the Bills and Legislative Committee. He said once the review is completed,…
Minister of Home Affairs Isikeli Vave is in Paris attending the UNESCO 10th Conference of Parties on the International Convention on Anti-Doping in Sport. As part of the 20th anniversary celebrations of the Convention, the Hon Minister attended the Forum on Global Sports Integrity on 18 October 2025. This presented opportunities to engage in discussion on: The Hon Minister…
The Valapata community of Southeast Vella La Vella Constituency in Western Province is currently constructing a first of its kind, a Youth Hub Center in the region. The project was funded under the PAC People for Advance Community (PPAC) Phase 7 and is being implemented by Sirubai Voko Tribe Association (SVTA). The project focuses on gender equality with a theme:…
Washington D.C.,- Pacific leadership and solidarity were on full display last week as the Government of Solomon Islands and Chair of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) announced a pledge of USD $1 million [SBD8m] to the Pacific Resilience Facility (PRF). Pledges to the PRF now stand at USD 167 million, reflecting the strength of the Blue Pacific’s relationships and…