– Women’s football in the Solomon Islands has reached multiple milestones in recent years – Melanesian nation recently became Oceanian champions for the first time – Growth has been supported by several FIFA programmes From the small fishing communities on the outer islands to the rough-hewn village streets on the main island of Guadalcanal, football is a constant…
Western Provincial Premier Hon. Billy Veo has reaffirmed his government’s determination to resolve Gizo’s long-standing water crisis, assuring the Western Provincial Assembly that concrete actions are being taken to secure a lasting solution. In his address to the Assembly on Monday, Premier Veo admitted that progress has been slower than anticipated due to bureaucratic delays,…
The Coptic Orthodox community in the Solomon Islands is preparing to welcome His Grace Bishop Rewis, General Bishop of the Diocese of Melbourne and Affiliated Regions, including the Solomon Islands, who will arrive in Honiara on Wednesday, 8 October. His Grace will be accompanied by several Fathers and deacons and will be received by Father Moses Mikhael…
PRIME Minister Jeremiah Manele says he is prepared to face any upcoming motion of no confidence against his leadership. This follows reports that a group of Members of Parliament (MPs) are claiming the numbers to move a third motion against him when Parliament resumes on 15th October. According to reports, the proposed motion is centred on the sufferance…
Excitement is brewing as preparations get underway for the 17th Annual Great Western Fishing Competition, hosted by The Stunned Mullet Sport Fish Club. The popular event will take place at Zipolo Habu Resort on Lola Island, Vona Lagoon in Western Province from Friday, October 31st to Sunday, November 2nd, 2025. The competition is one of…
The National UXO Division of the Ministry of Police, National Security & Correctional Services, supported by the National UXO Inter-Agency Legislative Committee, has officially begun nationwide consultations on the UXO Consultation Paper. This initiative seeks to gather public and stakeholder input towards the development of a National UXO Bill to govern unexploded ordnance (UXO) operations…
THE Western Provincial Executive has taken strong action to advance the long-awaited Perpetual Estate (PE) Transfer process, resolve key land disputes, and formalize local planning schemes for major township areas. Premier Billy Veo told the Western Provincial Assembly on Monday that the Executive has submitted a full proposal to the Ministry of Provincial Government and…
A woman is leading Biosecurity Solomon Islands as a new Director. She is Jean Eroa Manepora’a who is the first female to lead the department. The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock is delighted to announce the appointment in a statement issued on Monday 6th October 2025. This historic appointment marks a significant milestone in the…
THe 14th Australia–Solomon Islands Business Forum is happening this year and it returns to Brisbane, Australia next month – November from 17-19, uniting senior government officials, business leaders, and investors from both countries for days of high-level dialogue, networking, and partnership-building. Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) announced this on Monday 6th October 2025. Organised by…
The Western Provincial Assembly (WPA) has convened its latest session at the Western Provincial capital of Gizo on Monday 6th October. In his opening address Premier Billy Veo announced major financial progress and reaffirming the province’s firm stance against the draft Provincial Government Act (PGA) Bill 2025. The WPA meeting is held at the Chahcha conference room in Gizo. In his remarks, Premier Veo…