THE Malaita Leaders Reflection Group on the Fiu Hydro Project on Malaita have recommended to the Malaita Provincial Government to liaise with the National Government and land owners to take immediate steps to re-open the Gwaunaru’u airport. In a statement, the group said that it is one of the important prerequisites for the commencement of…
The Solomon Scouts and Coastwatchers Trust plans to build a war museum and an information centre in the national capital, Honiara. The Trust’s Chairman, Sir Bruce Saunders has revealed the plan to the Prime Minister, Manasseh Sogavare. Sir Bruce said the Trust is searching for a site in and around Honiara to build the ‘War…
The Prime Minister, Manasseh Sogavare has told a visiting South Korean business executive, Young Ju Park, that his Democratic Coalition for Change Government will amend the country’s citizenship laws to allow dual citizenships. Mr Ju Park is Solomon Islands Honorary Consul to South Korea. Mr Sogavare said people from other countries with Solomon Islands connections…
RESOURCE owners of the multi-million dollar Fiu hydro power project on Malaita have commended the National Government, donors and stakeholders for their support and commitment to develop and implement Fiu Hydro Project on Malaita Province. Fiu Hydro Resource Owners Alfred Gegeo thanked the Asian Development Bank, the Malaita Provincial Government, Solomon Power and other stake…
FARMERS are reminded to sell their best selected produce at the markets. A woman wanted to be known as Florence said farmers need to ensure they select best produces from their gardens for the markets. “I am making this reminder because on two occasions, I was a victim of selling of bad products at the…
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare celebrated his 61st birthday with his wife Madam Emmy and their children Brandt, Shannon and Marydel and other family members in a private function at the Taiwanese Fusion Restaurant in Honiara on Monday. Marking the event with the Sogavares were the Minister for Police, National Security and Correction Services Hon Stanley…
Give away crucial lead Robbers have escaped with undisclosed box of money after grabbing the box from two Asian businessmen outside the Bank South Pacific office in Central Honiara yesterday morning. But they left a crucial lead for police. One of the men believed to have involved in the robbery failed to make it in…
PRIME Minister Manasseh Sogavare has commended the private sector for their perseverance and hard work in running their businesses. He was speaking last Friday during the launch of the newly upgraded facility of Didao Refueling Station, at Kukum, east Honiara. “I take this opportunity to congratulate and commend Solomon Islanders who are useful in doing…
Chief Helkia Mola of Gurumei in Isabel province has thanked Green Tree Company for constructing the much need road in their area. Mola told Sunday Star in an interview that construction work on the road by the company is progressing well. “On behalf of my people I would like to thank the Green Tree Company…
West Papua independence leaders plan to open an office in Honiara. Their leader Jacob Rumbiak arrived in Honiara on Friday to further discuss the intention with local supporters. A member of the Solomon Islands Solidarity Group for West Papua Lily Chekana told the Sunday Star an office space was already allocated for West Papua. She…