An Australian Defence Force (ADF) Advisor working along the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Department has been farewelled by member of Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) EOD team. The ADF Advisor Warrant Officer (WO), Adam Keys, was farewelled on Friday 5 December 2025 at Hells Point after successfully completing his tenure from January 2023. ADF Advisor Adam Keys, in his remarks on the…
The clinical fit-out of the state-of-the-art Naha Birthing and Urban Health Centre is now underway, ahead of the facility’s opening in the first half of 2026. Last week, Australia’s then High Commissioner accompanied the Minister for Women, Youth, Children and Family Affairs, Hon Cathy Nori, and the Lord Mayor of Honiara City, Eddie Siapu, on…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele joined the people of Western Province this morning – Monday 8th December to mark the 42nd anniversary of the Second Appointed Day in Seghe, Marovo Western Province, reaffirming his commitment to the province’s continued development and highlighting the government’s support for crucial reforms. In his address, PM Manele acknowledged the…
The Ministry of Finance and Treasury, through the Customs and Excise Division, will work with the Solomon Islands Maritime Authority (SIMA) to audit sufferance wharves to ensure they meet International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) compliance standards. Minister of Finance and Treasury, Rexson Annex Ramofafia, confirmed this in Parliament on Wednesday while responding to…
A Papua New Guinea–based company has expressed interest in investing in the Geothermal Terminal Project at Paraso Volcano in Vella Lavella, Western Province. The proposed project aims to explore the geothermal potential of the area and is viewed as a significant opportunity to advance renewable energy development in the region. Representatives from the PNG company…
Major rehabilitation and reconstruction works on roads throughout Honiara will continue under three ongoing programs: the Land and Maritime Connectivity Program (LMCP), Community Access and Urban Services Enhancement Project Phase 2 (CAUSE 2), and the Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project Phase 2 (SIRAP II). Minister of Infrastructure Development, Ricky Fuo’o, confirmed this during debate on the 2026 Appropriation Bill 2025 in Parliament…
St. Peter Kindergarten of Gizo Catholic Don Bosco in Western Province hosted its Pre-Primary Year 3 (PPY3) Graduation Ceremony on Tuesday, 2nd December marking a joyful milestone for the young learners as they prepare to enter primary school. The event also signified the closing of the St. Peter Don Bosco Kindergarten School. Early Childhood Education…
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele, MP, commends recipients of Japan’s Royal Decorations and celebrates the enduring partnership between Solomon Islands and Japan. Prime Minister Manele delivered the statement on Friday evening as guest of Honour at a ceremony hosted by His Excellency Ambassador Keiichi Higuchi to confer distinguished decorations bestowed by His Majesty Emperor Naruhito…
Minister of Education Hon. Tozen Leokana outlined the basis of the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development (MEHRD) Budget 2026, key achievements, and priorities for 2026. He highlighted this in his contribution to the second reading of the Appropriation Bill 2026 on Wednesday, 3rd December 2025, at the National Parliament. Of the total appropriation…
Brisbane, Australia – About 15 representatives from small island nations, including Solomon Islands, now have access to practical climate technology tools, capacity-building opportunities, and collaborative platforms as the first-ever Small Island Developing States (SIDS) Forum for NDE convenes in Brisbane, Australia, from 1–5 December 2025. The event brings together National Designated Entities (NDEs) and key climate technology contacts…