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…
The Minister of Education and Human Resource Development (MEHRD), Hon. Tozen Leokana, was the Chief Guest at the World Teachers’ Day celebrations held in Honiara on Friday, 3 October 2025. The event was attended by teachers from schools in and around Honiara and Guadalcanal Province, the Solomon Islands National University (SINU) Faculty of Education, and officers…
Dear Editor – I am writing to raise my concern about worsening conditions of roads from Lengakiki to Mbokona in Honiara. The roads, especially from Lengakiki to Mbokona, have become a disaster. There are large potholes, uneven surfaces and constant flooding as well as drainage outlets during heavy rains make driving unsafe and frustrating. These,…
THE election petition case against Member of Parliament (MP) for Shortlands, Junior Isikeli Vave, has been dismissed. Deputy Chief Justice Rex Faukona had yesterday dismissed the petition on Monday after ruling in favour of Vave. His lawyer Billy Titiulu confirmed late Monday that the petition was struck off all 18 allegations of bribery resulting in…