Aimed at improving livelihood of rural communities By SOLOMON LOFANA Solomon Star, Auki The Laubaelelea Constituents have received STIHL chainsaw sets project recently, aimed at assisting communities in improving their homes and livelihoods. Speaking on behalf of the recipients, community representative Wilfred Sukubaea expressed his gratitude, saying, “We are very happy that Honourable Ben Maenu’u…
A police officer is under investigation after a police-marked vehicle crashed into a tree at Graciosa Bay, Temotu Province. A police officer is under investigation following a road accident involving a police-marked vehicle at Graciosa Bay in Temotu Province early this morning, 21 March 2026. Supervising Provincial Police Commander for Temotu, Inspector Walter Leleina, confirmed…
No words to describe how the team feels about the support they receive at home By TIMOTHY INIFIRI JNR Solomon Star, Honiara Solomon Kings FC head coach Ben Cahn has expressed his appreciation to the thousands of supporters who turned out to back the home side during their OFC Pro League Round Four matches on…
Road rehabilitation works along Mendana Avenue in Honiara are progressing steadily, with key upgrades underway to improve one of the city’s busiest transport corridors. The project covers the stretch from Heritage Park Roundabout to the Solomon Islands Ports Authority junction at Point Cruz. Current works, initially focused on the seaside carriageway, include drainage upgrades, installation…
By Alfred Suraia Honiara The recent media statement by the People’s First Party (PFP), “leave no one behind” is very interesting. What does this mean for the Government for national unity and transformation (GNUT) policies and programmes where PFP equally contributed to their formation and translation for both the 100-day programme and the 4-year policy…
Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) is progressing the Honiara International Airport Runway Extension and Terminal maintenance and upgrade Project with a number of activities locked up leading up to middle of May where a contractor is expected to be identified. The government is in the process of engaging the services of an independent…
To Edge South Island United In 3-2 shocker By FLOYD TERRY JNR Solomon Star, Honiara The Fijian side Bula FC has secured a crucial 3 after edging past a determined South Island United 3-2 at the National Stadium in Honiara yesterday. In a match that will be remembered as an intensive showdown, Bula FC came…
Resigned Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, Franklyn Wasi, has denied claims that he was turned away from attending a Food Systems Forum in Manila, Philippines. The clarification follows social media posts alleging that an awkward diplomatic incident occurred during the forum, where the former minister was reportedly refused entry after attempting to participate despite no…
Honiara: A dramatic late South Melbourne FC equaliser has stunned a sell-out crowd at the National Stadium in Honiara, securing a 1-1 with Solomon Kings FC to conclude Round 4 of the OFC Pro League. Backed on by their adoring fans, Javin Wae put the Kings ahead in first-half stoppage time, but as they appeared…
By TIMOTHY INIFIRI JNR Star Sports, Honiara At just 16 years old, Bula FC midfielder Maikah Dau is the youngest player to feature in the OFC Professional League, the region’s first-ever professional football competition. Speaking to Star Sports, Dau said it is an honour to be given the opportunity, despite the pressure that comes with…