New research into Australian-supported telecommunication towers has uncovered far-reaching benefits for both community and national security. According to the ‘Connecting Communities’ research report, the six towers (located in Choiseul, Isabel, Malaita and Western Province) are helping families, teachers and healthcare workers to stay connected, and are streamlining operations for local businesses. Vadede was previously one…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele has praised Pacific Labor Mobility, emphasizing its critical role as a “lifeline of opportunities”for Pacific nations. He made the statement in his keynote address at the opening of the four-day Pacific Labor Mobility Annual Meeting (PLMAM) 2025, Tuesday at the Aquatic Center in Honiara. The event is hosted by the…
HONIARA,– The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) has concluded its 21st Management Options Consultation (MOC21) and the Special 140th Forum Fisheries Committee (FFC) Officials Meeting in Honiara, Solomon Islands – confirming a unified regional position ahead of the 22nd Regular Session of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) in December. The two…
Workers disengaging from their employers under the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) Scheme in New Zealand and the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) program is among the key issues being discussed at the Pacific Labour Mobility Annual Meeting (PLMAM) 2025 in Honiara. Head of the PACER Plus Implementation Unit, Roy Lagolago, confirmed this to local media…
With the festive season now fast approaching Solomon Airlines has had announced additional flights for its travellers. In a statement Solomon Airlines had advised that to meet the needs of end of year holidaymakers and those planning Christmas visits to family and friends in Australia, Solomon Islands and Vanuatu, 20 extra flights have been added.…
Prime Minister, Hon. Jeremiah Manele MP, officially opened the 2025 Pacific Labour Mobility Annual Meeting (PLMAM) Tuesday morning at the Aquatic Centre in East Honiara. The event brings together government leaders, employers, regional partners, and development organizations from across the Pacific to strengthen cooperation on labour mobility. In his keynote address, Prime Minister Manele warmly welcomed delegates, saying Solomon Islands…
A new study by the Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) has revealed that climate change poses a growing threat to the country’s economic stability, particularly through its impact on inflation and food prices. The research, which analyzed data from 2006 to 2019, highlights how extreme weather events—especially rainfall and temperature fluctuations—can disrupt agricultural production…
THE Malaita Provincial Government (MPG) is struggling to manage its daily waste collection in Auki after the temporary dumpsite at Kunu area was blocked few weeks ago. As a result, the Auki Town Council has suspended waste collection services while efforts are underway to find an alternative site. This latest setback highlights a long-standing issue for the province, which has repeatedly…
MEMBERS of Solomon Islands Trade Union (SICTU) have welcomed their colleagues from across Oceania during a dinner held at the National Auditorium on Sunday night. The guests included representatives from the Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) and the Pacific Islands Council of Trade Unions (PICTU), who are in Honiara for the Pacific Labour Mobility Annual Meeting (PLMAM) 2025. Hosted…
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has confirmed he will deliver the keynote address at the upcoming 14th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum (14th ASIBF) in Brisbane, Australia. The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SICCI) and the Australia Pacific Islands Business Council (APIBC) in a joint statement acknowledge PM’s attendance. “On behalf of the Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI)…