Solomon Kings made it three wins from their last four matches with an impressive victory over Bula FC in Melbourne.Having struggled in their defeat to Vanuatu United, Ben Cahn’s side were determined to right the ship and started brightly, being on top for most of the opening 45 minutes.It was the usual suspects to the…
Vendors using the Auki Central Market, Malaita are appealing to the Malaita Provincial Government and market management to permit sellers to stay overnight when their produce is not sold by the end of the day. Several vendors told the Solomon Star that it is challenging for those who travel long distances to sell their goods and then return home without finishing their stock. Under…
Construction work on the Sikaiana Classroom Project in the Malaita Outer Islands Constituency has officially commenced, bringing renewed hope for improved learning facilities in the remote island community. Groundwork and structural preparations are now underway, with community focusing on foundation works, site clearing and leveling. Installation of essential infrastructure, including water storage facilities, is also progressing…
Chairman of the National Youth Congress, Harry James Olikwailafa, has raised serious concerns that methamphetamine, commonly known as meth, could cause chaos if it reaches street level in Solomon Islands. Mr Olikwailafa made the statement when he appeared before the Bills and Legislative Committee (BLC) in Parliament yesterday. The BLC is currently scrutinising the Dangerous…
Bavaqole Chief, Philip Viuru, has expressed profound gratitude to national and provincial leaders for their ongoing commitment to the development and welfare of his people, particularly in supporting plans to establish a new Rural Training Centre (RTC) school on Bava Island. In an address during the ground breaking of the proposed RTC School in Bava…
The Solomon Islands Women’s National Football Team will enter their World Cup qualifying campaign without star midfielder Madeline Arukau after the 22-year-old was dropped due to injury. Speaking during the pre-tournament press conference on Thursday, head coach Daniel Barrett described her absence as a significant blow to the squad. “Not only is Madeline a great…
The Solomon Islands Senior Women’s National Football Team begins its World Cup qualifying campaign today – Friday 27th February on home soil, facing American Samoa at the National Stadium at 5pm. Solomon Islands is hosting Group A of the OFC Women’s 2027 World Cup Qualifiers, alongside New Zealand, Samoa and American Samoa. In this second…
Strong calls for support have been echoed for parents whose children are attending Buma–Aoani Extension Early Childhood Education (ECE) in West Kwaio, Malaita. The call was issued during a recent teachers and parents meeting. The ECE Centre is currently operating under Buma Primary School. A Chairman of Buma Aoani Extension Early Childhood Education (ECE) who…
A major step forward in digital connectivity has been achieved in Solomon Islands, as the Ministry of Communication and Aviation of Solomon Islands (MCA), China Harbour Engineering Company Ltd.(CHEC), and Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd (Huawei) announce the successful commissioning of three key telecommunication towers. These three towers belong to the Solomon Islands National Broadband Infrastructure…
The countdown for the Honiara Netball Association (HNA) 2026 season has officially begun. The Honiara Netball Association (HNA) has confirmed that its highly anticipated 2026 league season will commence on May 30, 2026. HNA confirmed to Star Sports this week that 2026 HNA season is set to commence on 30 May 2026. “We are thrilled…