Training for Malaita justices

MALAITA province will have the first local Authorized justices who will have the power to issue the Interim Protection Order ((IPO) on crimes related to the Family Protection Act (FPA). Fifteen local Authorised justices are currently being trained on the Family Protection Act. The training aims to build their capacity and increase their knowledge of…

Man found with firearms faces court

THE Papua New Guinea (PNG) national who is accused of possessing a rifle without a license in Honiara will be appearing in the Honiara Magistrates’ Court today, Thursday. Dilys Tulosoi of Bougainville is facing a charge of possession of firearms and ammunition without licence. This would be his second appearance in court after he was…

NZ Parliamentary delegation here

THE Speaker of the New Zealand House of Representatives (Parliament), Rt Hon Trevor Mallard and eight members of the New Zealand Parliament met with the Speaker of National Parliament Ajilon Nasiu and Parliamentary Officials, Wednesday. During the meeting Mr Nasiu highlights the challenges faced by the National Parliament and at the same time he thanked…

In Court with Assumpta Buchanan

* Owen jailed for pushing man downhill* ‘Stop resorting to crime to solve disputes’* Man denies attempting rape on school girl Owen jailed for pushing man downhill A man who pushed another man down a sloppy hill which resulted in a broken leg at Skyline, Honiara last year has been sentenced to three and a…

Ririana returns to court Tuesday

The woman accused of being involved in a fatal accident near the Honiara City Council (HCC) roundabout that claimed the life of a 15 year-old girl will face the court again on October 9. Veslyn Ririana, 26, appeared in the Honiara Magistrates’ Court, Tuesday and her matter further adjourned to allow police to complete their…

MASI successfully convenes AGM

2018 has been a successful year but one that is filled with many challenges for the Media Association of Solomon Islands (MASI). These were the words expressed by MASI President Charles Kadamana during the 2018 MASI Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on Saturday 29 September. President Kadamana described to his members that 2017-2018 was a…

GP lauds school leaders’ achievement

GUADALCANAL Deputy Premier Peter Araonisaka says their school leaders who have recently graduated with Certificates in School Leadership qualifications have shown a great achievement for the province and the nation. Mr Araonisaka highlighted this at the reception hosted by graduates who are comprised of Guadalcanal leaders teachers attending a training program facilitated by the USP…