PEOPLE of Makira/Ulawa province are in desperate need for development in their province, in terms of infrastructure requirements. This was made known to the Solomon Star by community elders within the Star Habour region of Makira, in an interview a fortnight ago. In was understood that, the biggest infrastructure need for the people of Makira…
VISITORS arriving in the country were being welcomed with a free SIM card gift from Bmobile-Vodafone company upon arrival at the Henderson terminal. This is part of the company’s promotion as the biggest network provider in the capital, Honiara. The Solomon Star understands that, the promotion has started since the middle of last month. “From…
Malaita’s Bank South Pacific in Auki resumes business yesterday after the robbery on 27 November in which three armed men wearing ski-masks raided the teller’s bench and took off with more than $200,000. The robbery which happened 11:25am forced the bank to close its doors for the rest of the day with only ATM machine…
Levuka, Fiji – Cannery and national fish inspectors from Fiji, Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands are currently undergoing specialised training in Levuka, Fiji, aimed at ensuring the production of canned tuna in the region meets the required standard for safe human consumption. The Thermal Processing and Regulatory Audit training is organised by the European…
ABOUT 550 cubic meters of water will be expected to be treated per hour from the tailing dam at Gold Ridge east of Honiara, when the de-watering commences in the coming weeks. This was revealed by Kale Cheeseman, managing director of the Remote Water Treatment Services (RWTS) during a site visit through the dam last…
THE key points of the current reform programs that are exercised at the Solomon Islands Ports Authority (SIPA) were revealed in a media statement recently. The Solomon Star was well informed that, the number one goal in the reform activities was to lower the cost of living in the country. It was understandable that, for…
THE Domestic jetty area within the Ports vicinity will be tar sealed soon says Collin Yow, the CEO of Solomon Islands Ports Authority (SIPA). He made the revelation last week, in a press conference with members of the local media. “By December, the domestic port area will be tar sealed and come next year, it…
Last week’s High Court Order against the APID company has been welcomed as a relief-spell for the people and leadership of Renbel province. In a statement, Renbel Premier Hon Collin Singamoana said, that this Order has brought some degree of respite and encouragement for them in their battle against the APID company, which has besieged…
The MP for Gizo-Kolombangara Hon Jimson Tanangada says he was shocked at the manner in which prominent Independent Group politicians use cheap political tactics in their effort to garner public support, saying Solomon Islanders deserve better. Hon Tanagada was referring to an Independent Leader’s media statement on Friday which stated that he (Hon Tanangada) was…
NAHA Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) primary school on Thursday held its first-ever combine graduation and banquet ceremony at the school. About 43 students have completed their grade six and received certificates of completion from the school. Of the total, 22 were boys and 21 girls. The colorful event saw both the students and teachers in…