THE High Court has acquitted a man of two counts of rape involving his wife, but sentenced him to 21 months in jail for one count of domestic violence. The defendant stood trial more than a week ago during the High Court Circuit in Gizo, Western Province. The High Court circuit continued last week. During the trial, the prosecution…
About seven percent (7%) of Solomon Water female staff make up the 24% female workers in the State Owned Enterprise (SOE) that are actively taking leadership roles supporting the organization’s strategies and recognize the efforts and energy that women bring into the workforce. These women have undergone a Pathway Leadership Program which trains them how to lead in…
About eight (8) female Age Care workers left the country this week to begin their four years contract with Bolton Clarke, Australia’s largest independent not-for-profit aged care provider, offering home and community support, retirement living and residential aged care. These workers will be separated into two different sites, both located in New South Wales. Four…
THE matter of a 15-year-old female accused of raping a five-year-old girl in Honiara in May will return to court on September 2 for possible plea. The juvenile who could not be named for legal reasons is facing one count of Rape. Her matter was mentioned in the Honiara Magistrate Court where it was confirmed…
Betty Caroline Nanau scooped the 2025 Emerging Accountant Award of the Institute of Solomon Islands Accountants (ISIA). The presentation of ISIA award was done on Friday evening at the Heritage Park Hotel in Honiara, following a two-day Annual Congress. Ms. Nanau’s award spotlights fresh talent making significant strides in the Accounting field. She represents the new…
A group of women miraculously survived a terrifying boat collision in the Shortlands, Western Province more than a week ago. Reports reaching the Solomon Star said, the incident occurred when two outboard motor canoes (OBMs) collided head-on while travelling between two villages in the Shortlands. It was reported that the boat (15 hp fibreglass boat) …
THE case of a 25-year-old man accused of murdering and raping a 29-year-old woman close to GPPOL II area in North Guadalcanal, has been committed to the High Court for trial. Sonia Richard faces one count of murder and one count of Rape. A committal hearing in the form of a short form preliminary inquiry…
Australia Awards Alumnus, Emma Clera Sipele, is bringing home world-class human resource strategies after attending the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) QLD State Conference in Gold Coast, Australia. Ms. Sipele has adopted her learnings from the conference to introduce AI-powered recruitment, boost employee wellbeing, and adapt global best practices to build ethical, innovative, and people‑centred…
Helena Goldie Hospital in Munda, Western Province has received 100 birthing kits donated by the Bairnsdale and Johnsonville Uniting Churches in Victoria, Australia. The recent donation also featured a handmade reproductive apron to teach about childbirth. Wendy Flahive who is similar with the donation told the Solomon Star, these are free lifesaving gifts that can…
As the world marks International Youth Day 2025 under the theme “Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond,” Australia Awards scholar Simaema Neilsen is urging young Solomon Islanders to embrace their role as leaders of change. “Remember, you are leaders of change. You are the future. Believe in your potential and never underestimate the…