WPG plans to erect fence around the old premier’s residence

The Western Provincial Government (WPG) has revealed plans to erect fence around the old premiers’ residence to avoid the public accessing the vicinity. This followed growing concerns over public access, unnecessary activities, and allegations of common nuisance within the premises. Some Members of the Provincial Assembly (MPAs) especially the executive side raised the issue, pointing…

Apprentice students support Naha’s birthing, urban health centre

Twelve (12) apprentices from the Solomon Islands National University’s Technical and Further Education (SINU TAFE) program are undertaking workplace training at the Australian–funded Naha Birthing and Urban Health Centre in Honiara. The students, specialising in electrical trades, are working under the guidance of an Australian sub-contractor responsible for electrical wiring at the new state-of-the-art health…

Gizo set to host national health conference

Preparations are well underway at the Western Provincial capital of Gizo as the Western Provincial Health and Medical Services (WPHMS) gears up to host the annual National Health Setting Conference next week. WPHMS Director Dr. Dickson Boara confirmed the arrangements in an interview with the Solomon Star, saying the event will bring together health professionals and government officials…

Electoral office engulfed

Solomon Islands Electoral Commission (SIEC) Office at Vavaya Ridge in Central Honiara was engulfed during an early morning blaze on Wednesday. The blaze has caught nearby residents by surprise who called the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) fire rescue team. The fire service team arrived to help try and contained the fire, but could…

Secret deal uncovered

A private investigation on the Sufferance wharf saga in Honiara uncovers former Minister of Finance and Treasury, Harry Kuma’s connection to Lee Kwok Kuen. This came after critics accused the government of bowing to private interests. They argued that Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele made a poor decision in reshuffling Kuma to the Ministry of Commerce,…