THE Public Solicitor’s Office (PSO) lawyers are engaging in a four days professional development training at the Heritage Park Hotel in Honiara last week.The seminar is part of the twinning program under the Wantok Legal Network. It came about following a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between the Public Solicitor’s Office in Solomon Islands and…
New wholesale fuel prices took effect in the country as of 1st June 2025, according to the latest pricing schedule released by South Pacific Oil (SPO) Ltd. The updated wholesale bulk prices per litre (excluding GST) are as follows: After applying the 15% GST and sales tax, the main port prices per litre are: For…
MORE time has been sought to allow police to complete their investigation into the case of seven men charged with the killing of a student last month at Borderline, East Honiara. The defendants – Hudson Eddie Asuani, Greg Metefaka, Richard Sangula, Junior Danga Kevin Sibele, Rusileta Jimmy and Daua Redley are facing the charge of…
A TEAM from the National Unexploded Ordnance (NUXO) Coordinating Office has successfully conducted a week-long evaluation and inspection tour across Western and Choiseul Provinces. According to Mr. Benzily Kasutaba, Director of the UXO Division under the Ministry of Police, National Security and Correctional Services, the purpose of the tour was to strengthen provincial commitment to…
In the heart of North Malaita, the community of Ofu in the Bita’ama region are setting a powerful example for Solomon Islands, the Pacific region and the world on biodiversity conservation through the successful implementation of a community-led project: the Bita’ama Conservation of Biodiversity Project. The initiative has not only revitalized the natural environment of…
Nice, France —As momentum builds toward the 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC), the Secretary to the Prime Minister (SPM), Dr. Melchior Mataki has participated in the Blue Economy and Finance Forum (BEFF), held from 7–8 June at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco. The BEFF is a special finance-focused event held ahead of the main…
Due to heavy flooding at Kukum Field and surrounding streets, Sunday night’s much-anticipated free concert by Christafari, the world’s leading Gospel reggae band, has been officially postponed to Monday, June 9 at 5 PM. The band is currently on its “You Are Loved” Tour throughout Melanesia and has already performed to thousands across five unforgettable…
FORMER Member of Parliament for East Central Guadalcanal, Ishmael Avui is the new High Commissioner to New Zealand. He was officially commissioned in Cabinet Chamber, Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet yesterday afternoon before Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele. PM Manele said that the foremost duty of His Excellency Mr. Avui is to represent and…
As the world marks World Ocean Day 2025, Australia Awards alumnus Henry Kaniki is making waves in marine conservation across Solomon Islands, turning academic expertise and community passion into real-world impact. From protecting endangered turtles to empowering coastal communities, his work is helping ensure the ocean continues to sustain Solomon Islanders for generations to come.…
SOLOMON Islands will celebrate the 76th King’s Birthday this Friday, 13th June. The Government House on Friday announced that the celebration. The King’s Official Birthday is a public holiday and is regarded as one of the important national events of the year in the country. The event will be held at the National Stadium, King…