Member of Provincial Assembly (MPA) for Ward 15, Munda in Western Province has appealed to all MPAs to work together and stand united in addressing and progressing the welfare of the province. Hon. Palin Veo, expressed this during the Sine Die Motion moved by the Western Provincial Premier during the final sitting of the Western Provincial…
Member of the Provincial Assembly (MPA) for Ward 7 Vonunu, Vella La Vella Western Province has called for stronger community governance and policing mechanisms to address growing social issues across communities in the province. Speaking during the motion of Sine Die at the Western Provincial Assembly meeting in Gizo on Friday, Hon.Rence Sore, highlighted the need to…
AN excavator operator is dead after he got trapped when the machine fell into the sea in Marovo, Western Province on Saturday. Initial report said, the tragic accident occurred after the excavator slipped into the ocean and submerged under water. It subsequently claimed the life of the operator employed by Fairtrade Company. The company is owned by Member of Parliament (MP) for Marovo, Hon. Amoi Chachabule. It…
The lack of prioritising mental health in the country’s national health system has been described as a “missing link” in Solomon Islands’ overall healthcare framework. A senior medical practitioner has voiced serious concern over this situation during an interview with the Solomon Star The doctor, who requested anonymity, said while the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) continues to invest in…
The Government on behalf of the people of Solomon Islands has extended its warm greetings and heartfelt congratulations to the Government and people of the Republic of Fiji as they celebrate their 55th Independence Anniversary. Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele, MP, conveyed his message to Fijian Prime Minister Hon. Sitiveni Ligamamada Rabuka, highlighting the deep and enduring friendship…
A heated debate erupted in the Western Provincial Assembly (WPA) during discussions on the Draft Revised Budget 2025/2026, after Ward 17 MPA Hon. Silas Lezutuni delivered a passionate plea for the government to prioritise the long-promised clean water supply project for his constituents. Hon. Lezutuni last week criticised the proposed $40.2 million budget, saying it fails to reflect the true priorities of rural communities and…
SEASONAL workers from Malaita Province are making a lasting impact back home, helping to rehabilitate the Namobauala–Gwaisusru feeder road in Central Kwara’ae Constituency. The road, which links more than 800 residents to schools, health clinics, markets, and the provincial capital Auki, had fallen into disrepair after years of neglect. For many families, poor access meant…
The community of Orete in Southeast Vella la Vella Island, Western Province has successfully hosted a community consultation to form a community governance structure. The event was held on Wednesday 8th October 2025. The meeting was made possible through an invitation sent by the community to a local NGO known as “Indigenous People for Sustainable Biodiversity Solomon Islands” (IPFSBSI). …
The proposed Western Leaders’ Summit has been deferred to the 2026/2027 Financial Year (FY) to ensure adequate resources are allocated for its successful hosting. The Western Provincial Government Premier Hon. Billy Veo made the announcement during the fourth day sitting of the Western Provincial Assembly in Gizo. He explained the decision was made despite earlier thoughts of hosting it to coincide…
Western Provincial Premier Billy Veo has expressed disappointment at certain Members of the Provincial Assembly (MPAs) whom he accused of behaving like “keyboard warriors” on social media, attacking the very government they represent. Speaking during the debate on the Motion of Sine Die on Wednesday at the Fair Trade Conference room, Premier Veo described it…