Noro Town in Western Province has taken on a fresh, modern look following the installation of new, high-quality road and traffic signboards along the newly sealed township road. The signboards, installed early this month by China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC), are part of the ongoing Noro Township Road Improvement Project and are being hailed…
BNBM Solomons last week marked the completion of its final school donation program for the year with a significant contribution to Lungga Community High School, East of Honiara. In a handover ceremony held on Friday morning, the company donated $31,000 worth of building materials to support the improvement of the school’s learning facilities. Representatives from…
With less ten-minute boat ride across the turquoise waters of Marovo Lagoon from Seghe sub-station, Western Province brings you to a hidden gem—a place that seems to rise quietly from the horizon. This is Vanuakino Homestay Resort. Nestled in the serene beauty of the Marovo lagoon, located opposite Seghe station. It tells a story far…
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) last week handed over a brand-new Hilux vehicle to the Agriculture Investment for Markets and Nutrition (AIM-N) project. The vehicle, which cost over SBD300,000, was handed over by the Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, Hon. Franklyn Derek Wasi, to AIM-N Project Manager Samantha Maeke. The AIM-N project aims…
Construction of the new Seghe Airport Terminal in Marovo, Western Province, is steadily advancing, marking another significant milestone under the Provincial Airfield Upgrade Project. According to updates from the project team, key structural components are now taking shape, with groundwork and foundation works nearing completion. Once finished, the terminal is expected to improve travel efficiency…
The Seghe community and people of Marovo Lagoon are welcoming visible progress on their new Australia-funded Seghe Market, as construction continues to take shape and key structural components are now in place. The project was made possible through the Australian Government. Initial project updates confirm that all 12 market columns have been completed, paving the…
Exodus Trade Development, as part of their maintenance contract, conduct road clearance by cutting and trimming overgrown vegetation and trees along Busurata Road in Central Kwara’ae, Malaita Province. This works aims to improve the safety of passing vehicles by increasing visibility to see oncoming traffic, walkers, or hazards on the road. Furthermore, clearing overgrown trees…
A construction worker under the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) currently working at the Kolofe campsite, in the northern part of Malaita Province has been attacked which had drawn widespread condemnation. The Government through the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID), along with the second Solomon Islands Road and Aviation Project (SIRAP 2) support team…
MALAITA Premier Elijah Asilaua has highlighted the transformative impact of World Bank–funded infrastructure projects across the province, praising the investments as critical lifelines supporting connectivity, trade, and climate resilience. Speaking on the floor of the Malaita Provincial Assembly earlier this month, Premier Asilaua expressed deep appreciation for the World Bank’s extensive support delivered through the…
The total arrival of persons for the third quarter of 2025 was 15,444, an increase of 10.4% compared to the previous quarter (2nd quarter 2025). This comes from the latest bulletin from the Solomon Islands National Statistics Office on Monday 8th December 2025. The report said compared to the same quarter a year ago, total…