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…
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) has successful completed its Operation RAIBALANG 2026 by RSIPV Gizo, reaffirming their ongoing commitment to safeguarding Solomon Islands’ maritime domain. Conducted from 3rd to 13th March 2026, Operation RAIBALANG is a multilateral regional initiative coordinated under the Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA), bringing together Pacific partners to combat illegal,…
Jeremy Donovan, an Australian First Nations musician, artist and storyteller will visit Solomon Islands from 22 – 29 March 2026 There are many similarities between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Solomon Islander culture: music, dance, stori, song, artwork, and carving. These shared connections are what unite the Pacific together into one family. To celebrate…
To modernise the regulatory framework while balancing economic growth with social responsibility By ULUTAH GINASolomon Star, Gizo The Provincial Minister of Finance, Hon. Ronnie Ghemu, has tabled proposed reforms to liquor licence fees before the Assembly, outlining measures aimed at modernising the regulatory framework while balancing economic growth with social responsibility. Speaking in the House…
WP Tables $45.8M “Balanced Budget” for 2026/2027 By ULUTAH GINASolomon Star, Gizo Western Province has tabled a balanced budget of $45,818,725 for the 2026/2027 financial year. Provincial Finance Minister Ronnie Ghemu presented the budget before the Western Provincial Assembly in Gizo on Monday, highlighting a focus on responsible fiscal management, transparency, and accountability. Total recurrent…