At least six tourism operators in the province were affected By ULUTAH GINA Solomon Star, Gizo Several tourism resorts across Western Province have sustained damages, ranging from minor to severe, following the impact of Cyclone Maila and associated storm surges earlier this week. Reports indicate that at least six tourism operators in the province were…
The Solomon Islands Council of Trade Unions (SICTU) has expressed full solidarity with the Solomon Islands Nurses Association (SINA) over its ongoing industrial dispute and strike notice concerning unresolved issues affecting the nursing workforce. SICTU said it notes with concern that the 28-day strike notice issued by SINA on 23 March 2026 is now more than halfway…
Support welfare of frontline health workers in the aftermath of Maila By ULUTAH GINA Solomon Star, Gizo Communities across Western Province have been urged to look after and support medical staff posted in their areas following the impact of Tropical Cyclone Maila. The call was made by the Western Provincial Health and Medical Services (WPHMS) Director,…
Tropical Cyclone Maila battered Western Province for more than five days, leaving widespread devastation across communities. Schools have been destroyed, hospitals and clinics severely disrupted, homes damaged, and food gardens uprooted. The livelihoods of vulnerable groups—particularly women, youth, and children—have been profoundly affected. In the aftermath of Maila, the absence of visible leadership from the…
Governor General or the Prime Minister Chief Justice Sir Albert Palmer reserves ruling in Coalition–GNUT case for Monday next week By ASSUMPTA BUCHANAN Solomon Star, Honiara Chief Justice Sir Albert Palmer has reserved his ruling in the constitutional case between the New Coalition and the Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT), with a tentative date for delivery…