The National Transport Fund (NTF) remains committed to empowering local civil construction companies, driving sustainable development across the Solomon Islands. Last week’s contract signing ceremony at Malaita Provincial Chambers in Auki exemplifies this commitment and reflects the strengthened partnership between the Australian Government and Solomon Islands. Central to this effort is the prioritization of local…
Hundreds of students from various schools across Honiara gathered on Friday at The University of the South Pacific’s (USP) state-of-the-art King George Campus in Honiara for the 2025 USP Open Day. Themed “Serving the Pacific”, this year’s event built on the success of last year’s inaugural celebration at the new campus. The full-day programme offered secondary school…
A new fishing initiative is set to boost rural livelihoods in Vella La Vella, Western Province, with the support from an Asian investor. Thanks to the Gizo local businessman and Bolopoe tribe chief of Vella, Jacob Kwan who is spearheading the project, known as the Live Fish Project. The project aims to provide economic opportunities for villagers…
West New Georgia/Vonavona Constituency (WNG/VV) in Western Province on Thursday 28th August witnessed the arrival of Constituency Development Fund (CDF) supplies, the first of its kind after 35 years. The large shipment arrived and were unloaded at Lambete Jetty in Munda. The CDF backed projects and consignments included; kitchenware, BBQ plates, baker’s ovens, fiberglass boats for seaweed farmers, lightweight outboard motors, orange-colored…
The Solomon Islands National Sports Council (NSC) recently conducted the Oceania Sports Education Program (OSEP) at Colsu, Vevea Village in Rennell and Bellona Province from 18–23 August 2025. The program aims to equip provincial communities with qualified personnel to deliver structured sports programs and promote sports development at the grassroots level. According to NSC, two…
The Panthers Taekwondo Club (PTC) has celebrated a major milestone as 36 of its students were awarded certificates and new belt ranks following a successful grading event held recently at the Panatina School Hall, East Honiara. PTC confirmed the successful hosting of the event and described it as an important achievement for the club. Chief…
Green Shield FC are back on top of the Telekom S-League after a 2-0 victory over Kossa FC in a heated clash on Sunday at Lawson Tama Stadium. The league resumed over the weekend following a June break, with three exciting matches played. The feature 3pm showdown between Green Shield and Kossa was packed with…
The SIFF Super League (S-League) returned over the weekend with three entertaining catch-up matches, bringing the first round to an action-packed close. The country’s top-flight league had been on hold since late June due to a busy football calendar, including domestic and regional competitions staged in Honiara in recent months. Despite the pause, local fans…
Dear Editor – I am writing to express significant concern and seek urgent public clarification regarding the deployment and flight of a military Hercules aircraft over Loloko village in South Choiseul on the 15th of August, 2025 at about 10 to 11 am. This unusual incident has generated considerable anxiety and uncertainty within the community…
The Police Response Department (PRD) of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) over the weekend conducted a route march as part of preparations for the Pacific Island Forum Leaders (PIFL) meeting. The route march started at Ranandi roundabout in East Honiara all the way to Honiara City Council (HCC), and the teams break up…