President of OUR Party, Hon. Jimson Tanangada, has clarified the Party’s official position regarding the recent resignation of Hon. Harry Kuma, following media reporting that has taken earlier responses out of context. Hon. Tanangada reaffirmed that OUR Party remains strong, united, and firmly guided by its founding principles of Ownership, Unity, and Responsibility. He rejected suggestions…
The Honiara City Council (HCC) Bus Service Committee has issued a public apology to the residents of Honiara following the recent media announcement that the Council would begin operating its own bus service on October 1, 2025. The Committee clarified that the announcement was premature and that operations have not yet started. The Committee acknowledges…
LF & Sons Enterprises launched its new Rural Trade Storage facility in Gwanasu’u Village, Malaita, on 30 September, marking a significant step in strengthening cocoa production, market access, and livelihoods across Malaita. LF & Sons, established in 1997, sources cocoa beans from a wide network of local farmers, providing critical market access where high transport…
Deputy Chief Magistrate Ricky Iomea has again urged police to speed up the execution of an arrest warrant for a 21-year-old man accused of indecent assault who continues to evade police arrest. The warrant was issued earlier this year when the case reached the trial stage. Police have repeatedly reported difficulties locating the accused, who…
One of New Zealand’s most senior paediatricians, Dr Caroline Hart is visiting Lata, Temotu Province this week. Tourism Solomons is supporting this plan research into health issues affecting children in the far eastern region of Solomons. Dr Hart has been working alongside ChildFund New Zealand CEO, Josie Pagani, whose organisation is actively involved in bringing essential water…
THE defence case for a police officer accused of bribing an investigator involved in a stolen gold ashes case with $30,000 will commence on November 17. The accused, Allen Noni, faces two counts of Bribery. During court proceedings yesterday, the defence confirmed it will call two witnesses, including Noni himself, when the defence case opens…
The Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) has announced the promulgation of the Comprehensive Credit Reporting Regulations 2025 (CCR Regulations), effective 12 September 2025. This was made possible through the collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC)—a member of the World Bank Group (WBG) focused on the private sector and the Office of the Attorney General. This historic milestone…
Western Provincial Premier Hon. Billy Veo has urged provincial leaders to take a cautious and well-prepared approach toward achieving Statehood and not to rush. He further stressed that the process must be gradual and firmly built on three key prerequisites. Premier Veo made the remarks during his Motion of Sine Die on Thursday in Gizo, the provincial capital…
The Western Provincial Government (WPG) is set to officially open four infrastructure projects towards the end of this month, signalling further milestone achievement under the leadership of Premier Billy Veo. Hon. Redfern Alsina, Member of the Provincial Assembly (MPA) for Ward 13 Vona Vona Lagoon and Minister for Planning, revealed this during his Motion of…
Tourism Solomons has unveiled an innovative campaign inviting Australian and New Zealand travel agents to help craft a tagline for the destination’s next round of consumer and travel industry advertising. Launched under a ‘Let Your Imagination Set Sail — and Win!’ banner on Tuesday, 14 October, the campaign opens the door for travel professionals in…