Defence to confirm whether to call evidence, remain silent, or make a no-case-to-answer submission By ASSUMPTA BUCHANANSolomon Star, Honiara The prosecution on Friday closed its case in the trial of Moffat Konofilia, who faces charges linked to the November 2021 Honiara riots. The matter has been adjourned to this week for the defence to confirm whether it will…
Australia, New Zealand Hand Over Toyota Land Cruisers Three Provinces Education Providers (EPs) from Isabel, Rennell and Bellona (Renbel), and Honiara City Council have received three new Toyota Land Cruisers valued at SBD1.3 million. The support was made possible under the Education Sector Support Program (ESSP), funded by the Governments of Australia and New Zealand in partnership with the…
By ASSUMPTA BUCHANANSolomon Star, Honiara The Magistrate’s Court has adjourned the ruling on a “no case to answer” submission in the case of two men charged over an armed robbery at the new complex of the University of the South Pacific (USP) in East Honiara in 2022. Eddie Maki, 30, and Chris Yambeyabbi, 37, a…
Premier Veo faces motion of no confidence as Assembly gets underway on Monday By ULUTAH GINA Solomon Star, Gizo The Western Provincial Assembly (WPA) meeting begins today in the Western Provincial capital of Gizo, with the province’s proposed budget expected to dominate discussions among Members of the Provincial Assembly (MPAs). Political observers say the outcome…
MCT shift to more strategic and targeted approach aimed at strengthening tourism product offerings Honiara, – The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism (MCT), Bunyan Sivoro, has acknowledged the Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) for its strong and growing support towards the tourism sector. PS Sivoro’s remarks follow the successful opening…
The Assembly will deliberate on the province’s 2026 and 2027 budgets By ULUTAH GINASolomon Star, Gizo The Western Provincial Assembly (WPA) will convene its sitting on Monday at the Western Provincial capital of Gizo. The sitting will take place at the Fair Trade Conference Room. According to the Assembly Office, the sitting is expected to…
Raiders Hotel opens in Tulagi to boost tourism development By George Maelagi Solomon Star Online The newly upgraded Raiders Hotel was officially opened on Friday in Tulagi, marking a significant milestone for tourism development in Central Province. The opening ceremony brought together national leaders, provincial government officials, tourism stakeholders and members of the local community who gathered…
Exercise Coastwatchers Training Hits The Water Exercise Coastwatchers continues over the past week, with the RSIPF and the Australian Defence Force (ADF) demonstrating their skills on the water. As part of the exercise, RSIPF and ADF members are undertaking courses on small boat maintenance and operations. This will see members sharpening their skills, ensuring these vital assets…
Farmers in East Kwaio Receive Climate Resilient Farming Training By SOLOMON LOFANA Solomon Star, Auki Farmers in East Kwaio, Malaita Province have recently benefited from a climate resilient farming training organized by the Gwaunafiu Organic Farmers School in Central Kwara’ae. The training, held at Diamassus in East Kwaio, is part of the school’s ongoing outreach program aimed at strengthening farmers’ knowledge…
Police officers accommodated in run-down accommodation raises big worry By SOLOMON LOFANA Solomon Star, Auki The old Auki Police Station building in Malaita Province which has been used as a police barrack for police officers and their families is in a deteriorating and unsafe condition. And this had raised concerns over the welfare of the officers occupying the barrack.…