PM acknowledges role of Churches

Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele has acknowledged the role of the churches in nurturing the spiritual well-being of our people. He was speaking on Monday morning during a firstever ‘Prime Minister’s Thank You Reception’ held at the Heritage Park Hotel. Members of the media and church leaders were present at this historic reception organised specifically…

Rev. Mathew Lamana ordained as Priest in Shortlands

More than one thousand Roman Catholic worshippers from across the Shortland Islands far western border line, Choiseul Province, and Bougainville gathered at Gaomae, Shortland Islands, on Saturday to witness the ordination of Rev. Mathew Lamana, OP. The significant religious event drew strong support from neighbouring regions, including over 200 parishioners from the Piano Parish in Bougainville,…

Former queen honoured at Regional Women Changing the World Awards

Former Miss Solomon Islands, Gladys Habu, has received regional recognition after being named Young Woman of the Year at the recent Women Changing the World Awards for Australia and the Pacific. Ms Habu was also announced as runner-up in the Changemaker category, in recognition of her leadership and advocacy through Project Period Tax Reform (Project PTR). The Women Changing the World…

$3m for youth centre in Auki clarified 

MALAITA Provincial Premier Elijah Asilaua has clarified concerns surrounding the $3 million grant allocated for the Malaita Provincial Youth and Children Resource Centre, assuring the Provincial Assembly that funds have been properly managed and remain accountable. Addressing the Assembly during its recent sitting in Auki, the Premier said, the full $3 million was deposited into the…

Canaan community dedicates new chapel

The Canaan community in Northwest Choiseul has officially commissioned a new chapel, marking a significant spiritual milestone for its people. The newly built chapel, named St Patrick Chapel, was commissioned this week in a well-attended ceremony that drew more than 800 people from the Pemba zone, including Barabarakakasa, Pachuava, Sirovanga, Vanimo and Tiqatare. The commissioning…

Journos visit Australia

A delegation of Solomon Islands journalists have completed a study tour to Canberra and Sydney, gaining new skills and perspectives on emerging issues including artificial intelligence, the role of media in democracy, and the digital transformation of the media sector. The visit also helped to forge relationships with leading Australian media outlets, including the Special…

Vatulava village dedicates first permanent Church building

More than 5,000 people gathered on Monday 8th December 2025 to witness a historic moment for Vatulava Village, Lughuvasa District – East Guadalcanal: the consecration of the community’s first permanent church building. The event was described as a milestone that marks unity, commitment, and strong Christian Catholic faith within the highlands of Lughuvasa. Construction of…