New MP for West Guadalcanal

Following the by-elections for West Guadalcanal Constituency on Wednesday 4th June a new Member of Parliament (MP) has been elected. She is the wife late Moses Garu, Zae Daniela Mary Garu  who died early this year. His death had necessitated the by-election which was contested by six candidates. Following the arrival of the ballot boxes…

AIRLINES CEO STEPS DOWN

Solomon Airlines Board announced a transition in its executive leadership with the stepping down of CEO Sean Teo, effective immediately. Solomon Airlines Board extended gratitude to Mr Teo for his dedicated contribution. Mr Teo has led the airline for the past 14 months, supporting the launch and implementation of the airline’s 2024-2028 strategic plan, route…

Nanjing’s Hongshan Forest Zoo reinvents itself as a model of modern zoological experience

Models strode gracefully to rhythmic music, displaying the latest streetwear collections before an intrigued audience. The setting, however, was not a downtown runway. It was Hongshan Forest Zoo. “It’s incredible! Who would’ve thought this isn’t a fashion venue, but a zoo?” exclaimed Yang Jie, a tourist from Suzhou, Jiangsu province. Located in Nanjing, capital city…

Call to respect health facilities 

DISRESPECTFUL act and vandalism against health facilities in the rural communities has sparked deep concerned amongst community leaders calling for great respect to such important service. A community leader at Fox Bay Rural Health Centre in West Guadalcanal has expressed his disappointment on those who continue to show disrespect to important facilities that provide service…

Ports celebrate 69th anniversary 

The Solomon Islands Ports Authority on Wednesday celebrated its 69th Anniversary at Unity Square, Point Cruz, Honiara, marking nearly seven decades of service to the country.  The celebration saw staff members taking a well-deserved break from their duties to honour this significant milestone in the port’s history.  Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mr George Rausi addressed…