WESTERN Province (WP) is in the process of drafting a new comprehensive mining policy framework to strengthen governance and ensure transparency in the industry. Premier Billy Veo told Solomon Star that having a robust policy in place, as mining continues to be a contentious issue — often resulting in environmental damage, land disputes, and conflict…
Gizo provincial capital of Western Province is set to undergo a major infrastructure upgrade as tar sealing of its main roads is scheduled to commence in July this year. Thanks to the CAUSE Project Phase II under the World Bank for making this happen. Premier of Western Province, Billy Veo, told Solomon Star last week…
The people of South East Vella la Vella (SEV) Constituency, Western Province have taken a bold and uncompromising stand to declare their opposition to any proposed mining activities on their land. Instead they are championing environmental conservation and sustainable future rooted in the principles of the Green and Blue Economy. This firm declaration follows a…
Plans are underway to establish a mushroom farm at Mile 6, just outside of Gizo town in Western province. Its a move aimed at boosting local food production and creating new income opportunities for communities and the province. The initiative is spearheaded by Western Provincial Government (WPG) in collaboration with Fujian Province under People’s Republic…
Papua New Guinea’s (PNG) renowned financial institution, Norman Finance, has officially launched its operations in the Solomons. The company’s operation was formally introduced during a launch event held on Wednesday at the Honiara Hotel. Following its commissioning it will begin offering financial services in the capital city, for a start. Speaking exclusively to Solomon Star…
IN a major milestone for public health and sanitation, seven communities in Malaita Province have officially been declared Open Defecation Free (ODF) fortnight ago. The communities of Suama, Bariki, Onelalo, Sareko, Saue, Mamarakwe, and Kikiri celebrated the achievement during a ceremony attended by the Member of Provincial Assembly (MPA) for the ward 6, representative from…
GOVERNMENT through the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) and the Isabel Provincial Government (IPG) on Friday, 11th April sealed an agreement to advance the agriculture development in the province and for the country. Under the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) the ministry will use close to 687 hectares of unallocated and available land within the…
Educating our students and younger generation at an early age on waste management is crucial to ensure future generations realise how important it is to dispose their wastes at the right place. In Solomon Islands disposal of solid wastes remains a daunting task. Most of the solid wastes came from plastics products, cans, rubbers and…
Under stormy skies or scorching sun, they rise. The transmission, distribution, and technical teams of Solomon Power are the silent forces who keep electricity flowing across the islands. On Thursday, they finally stepped into the spotlight. In a powerful event held at the SINU Kukum Campus, Solomon Power celebrated Network Guardians Appreciation Day 2025, a…
The Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Troika leaders have written to United States (US) President Donald Trump, expressing their concerns over the impacts of U.S. tariffs and climate change on the region. The Troika comprises: H.E. Surangel Whipps Jr., President of the Republic of Palau, who joined as the Micronesian representative in discussions related to…