Solomon Kings FC forward Jez Lofthouse has praised his team’s performance but admitted their ongoing struggles in front of goal have been the story of their season so far, following a goalless draw against New Zealand side South Island United on Sunday in Port Moresby in their OFC Pro League clash. Kings dominated possession and…
ALLOWS 40 KILOS OF FREE BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE FOR ECONOMY PASSENGERS FLYING BRISBANE TO HONIARA! Solomon Airlines has announced the return of the airline’s popular ‘shopping flight’ initiative for their valued economy passengers travelling on flight IE701 from Brisbane to Honiara on Saturdays. From today Friday 6 February onwards, all passengers including children, are offered a checked baggage allowance of 40kg in addition to 7kg…
All sports clubs across Choiseul province have been urged to ensure they are properly registered and affiliated through the appropriate channels. The Sports Recreation and Development Officer (SRDO) for Choiseul Province, Mr Brian Koveke issued this formal call which is aimed at strengthening coordination, accountability and sports development at both ward and constituency levels. All sports clubs within all three constituencies in Choiseul province have…
Forty accountants from both the public and private sectors graduated with their Professional Diploma in Accounting (PDA) – a professional program delivered by the Institute of Solomon Islands Accountants (ISIA) in partnership with the Institute of Public Accountants and Monarch Institute on the 22nd of January 2026. ISIA delivers the program in collaboration with the…
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) Auki Police Operations Team has successfully arrested a suspect in connection with a stabbing incident that occurred on 27th January 2026. The incident involved two male victims who were injured while attempting to intervene in a separate brawl. The first victim, a 20-year-old male, sustained a serious injury…
A delegation from the Government of Fiji paid a courtesy call on the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Mr Collin Beck, on Monday February 2nd 2026 as part of ongoing discussions on the proposed relocation of the Commonwealth War Grave of Fijian Servicemen who paid the ultimate sacrifice during the Second World War in…
Efforts to repair some of the key roads in Honiara and Guadalcanal has been stepped up thanks to the Ministry of Infrastructure Development’s (MID) Transport Infrastructure Management Division (TIMSD). Despite the challenges posed by the current cyclone and wet season, the Unit has been committed to do its work. Local contractors were deployed on Wednesday night to…
A young Solomon Islander has made his mark on the global stage after being named a Pacific regional finalist for the 2026 Commonwealth Youth Awards for Excellence in Development Work. Maverick Peter Seda is among 20 outstanding young leaders selected from across the 56 Commonwealth countries, following a highly competitive selection process that attracted 977 applications worldwide.…
Three more new telecommunication towers have been commissioned in Western Province and Choiseul Province. This was part of the Solomon Islands National Broadband Infrastructure Project (SINBIP). The sites are located at Tuzu (R19) in Choiseul Province, and Boro (M23) and Karaka (R24) in Western Province. Coming on line will significantly enhance internet connectivity for the…
A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote sustainable and resilient livelihoods for communities across the Solomon Islands has been sealed this week. The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development (MALD) and World Vision Solomon Islands (WVSI) signed the deal at the MALD headquarters in Honiara, marking a shared commitment. MALD Permanent Secretary Dr Samson Viulu…