Auki police arrested a 64-year-old former police officer for the illegal sale of beer during Christmas and New Year 2026 at Wairokai on 9 January 2026. Supervising Provincial Police Commander (PPC) Malaita Province Superintendent Michael Ramosaea said police arrested the suspect and confiscated 12 cartons of beer. Supervising PPC Ramosaea said police also removed kwaso…
The Gizo Town Council (GTC) is preparing to roll out the second round of its mass stray dog culling exercise across key townships in Western Province, including Gizo, Munda and Noro. The planned operation will also extend to sensitive areas such as the Helena Goldie Hospital compound, following approval and strong pressure from the Western…
The establishment of Houses of Chiefs has been identified as a critical step in supporting the smooth progress of the Bina Harbour Development Project in West Kwaio Constituency, Malaita Province. The Member of Parliament (MP) for West Kwaio Constituency, Honourable Claudius Teifi, made this call during a recent community meeting held at Busi’i, attended by representatives from…
A Honiara Magistrate has criticised the Ministry of Finance and Treasury (MoFT) for failing to implement basic payroll compliance systems. Principal Magistrate Emily Zazariko Pakoa made the criticism this week when sentencing former Teacher Cecilia Tome to four years in prison for the larceny of $1.38 million in public funds. “The essence of putting compliance…
The sentencing submissions and mitigation for a man who admitted to burning his brother’s house last September in Guadalcanal has been adjourned to January 15. James Leua, 40, is facing one count of Arson. He had previously pleaded guilty, and his matter was listed for sentencing submissions and mitigation in the Honiara Magistrates’ Court yesterday. However,…
A 40-horse power Yamaha engine along with a ray boat has been found in Dai Island in North Malaita recently without any passenger onboard. Auki police in Malaita has revealed this in a statement. Supervising Provincial Police Commander (PPC) Malaita Province Superintendent Michael Ramosaea said the community elders from Dai Island has confirmed that they found the boat but no person on it.…
Minister for Home Affairs and Member of Parliament (MP) for Shortland Islands says 2025 had been a “defining year” for governance reforms, as the Ministry of Home Affairs tightened financial discipline and strengthened accountability across public institutions. Speaking during the Motion of Sine‑Die, MP Isikeli Vave said the government’s focus on internal systems, compliance and performance management was laying “foundations for…
The Solomon Islands National Men’s Under-19 football team are in full preparation mode as they gear up for a highly anticipated double-header of international friendlies against Australia’s National Under-17 side, the CommBank Joeys, next week. Supported by the Australian Government through the PacificAus Sports program, the Australian youth team will play a series of matches…
There is growing public interest in receiving an update on the proposed public tender process for land owned by the United Church of Solomon Islands (UCSI) at Tavapuhaka, also known as the Lokuloku area, in Munda, Western Province. Lambeth resident and legal practitioner Edward Biku has called on the UCSI to provide clarity and transparency…
Business houses in Northeast Choiseul continue to struggle as irregular and unreliable shipping services disrupt the flow of goods and threaten the survival of local businesses. Local traders report frequent shipping delays and limited cargo space, making it difficult to maintain regular stock levels. Essential goods such as rice and store supplies often arrive months…