An advanced air navigation system aimed at improving aviation safety in Makira-Ulawa and Temotu Provinces arrived at Honiara on April 23, 2025. The equipment will soon be transported to the sites in the provinces for installation. This upgrade is part of the Second Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project (SIRAP2), is supported by the World…
The Honiara City Council’s (HCC) cooperate mission is “to lead and work in partnership to deliver high quality, sustainable, and resilient services, and prosperous Honiara Communities”. With that mission in mind the Waste Management and Control Division aims to realize this mission by undertaking few administrative steps to improve its service and one of these…
The Correctional Service Solomon Islands (CSSI) has successfully concluded a two-day Legislative Review Forum with key stakeholders, including government ministries, donor partners, and program providers. The forum, held on 6–7 May 2025 at the Heritage Park Hotel in Honiara, led by Legal Consultant Mrs. Joanna Kenilorea. In her opening address, Permanent Secretary (PS) of the…
Nurses from Malaita and Central Islands Provinces gathered in Auki on Monday to celebrate the annual International Nurses Day in a joint event described as a milestone for the health sector. Its the first time nurses from both provinces came together to mark the occasion, which recognizes the vital role nurses play in healthcare. The…
Box of marijuana seized in Isabel A box containing marijuana drugs addressed to Haevo Port in Isabel Province has been seized by Buala police. Supervising Provincial Police Commander (PPC), Isabel Province, Inspector Harry Poutz Vanosi, said Buala police officers were on routine mobile patrol when they encountered the matter. PPC Vanosi said the team arrived…
GROWING concerns over rising incidents of public disturbances in Gizo, Western Province have sparked fresh calls from residents and community leaders for stronger community policing. The Gizo Police have also been urged to take proactive steps to prevent further escalation. Over the past several weeks, locals have reported a surge in disorderly behavior, including late-night…
QUESTIONS are being asked as to whether or not Australia has abandoned its multi-million-dollar commitment to fund rehabilitation projects in Malaita and Guadalcanal Provinces following the signing of the Townsville Peace Agreement (TPA) nearly 25 years ago. The agreement, which restored relative peace and calm to Solomon Islands was signed in Australia’s northern city of…
The Solomon Islands People First Party (SIPFP) travelled to Kohabuha, Marasa in the Wanderer Bay Ward of West Guadalcanal on Saturday to support the campaign of their candidate, Philip Manakako, in preparation for the upcoming by-election on June 4. The by-election follows the passing of the late Moses Garu. The delegation included two Members of…
GOVERNMENT through the Ministry of Finance has announced that all teachers, police and public servants will start receiving their new re-levelled salaries and 3% COLA – Cost Of Living Adjustment starting this week. Teachers will be the first to recieve their new re-levelled payout during their pay-run this week. Speaking in Parliament on Monday, Finance…
Recently there are baseless allegation that Chinese Embassy interferes in Solomon Islands’ internal affairs. The Chinese Embassy in Solomon Islands in a statement issued on Monday said, that non-interference in other’s internal affairs is the basic principle of China’s foreign policy. “China will never interfere in Solomon Islands’ internal affairs, and also firmly oppose any…