THE 47-year-old man accused of exposing his genital to two girls aged 13 and 14 in Isabel Province in 2022 will return to court on August 18 for the sentencing submissions and mitigation. The defendant who could not be named to protect the victims’ identities, have pleaded guilty to two counts of Indecent Act on…
A HONIARA magistrate has found that the police officer on trial for allegedly bribing an investigator in the stolen gold ashes case with $30,000 has a case to answer to. The dates to hear the defence case will be set when the matter returns to court on August 8. Allen Noni, the defendant, faces two…
The Consumer Affairs and Price Control Division (CAPCD) within the Ministry of Commerce has officially issued a warning to Hanter Shop in Honiara for selling goods beyond its required price. Reports reaching the paper said, the shop was warned for selling consumer goods at prices exceeding the maximum limits set by the nation’s Price Control…
A MAN accused of sexually assaulting and raping his adopted daughter when she was only 12 years old, and impregnated her will this week know if he will stand trial in the High Court. That is when the court will deliver the ruling on a short form preliminary inquiry (committal hearing) done on his case.…
A MYSTERIOUS Canadian sailor who frequented the waters of the Western Province for a decade is now suspiciously linked to the widespread story of Solomon Islands role in the global drug smuggling trade. Locals and analysts believe that the country’s vast, under-patrolled maritime space has served as a “quiet corridor” for drug trafficking, particularly for…
FORUM Troika Leaders gathered on Saturday 2 August in Rarotonga, Cook Islands, for their third meeting to reflect on and discuss key regional priorities at the heart of the Blue Pacific. The meeting served as an important space for Talanoa and building shared understanding, as Leaders reaffirmed their collective commitment to unity for the strength…
THE Ministry of Rural Development (MRD) has officially launched its new Corporate Plan, which outlines the strategic priorities that will guide its development program initiatives over the next three years (2024–2027). The plan emphasizes sustainable development, empowerment for self-sufficiency, and inclusive growth, aiming to foster economic resilience and improve livelihood opportunities across rural communities. Delivering…
THE People’s Republic of China (PRC) recently handed over an outboard motor (OBM) ray boat and a Yamaha engine worth SBD100, 484.00 to John Patterson College, also known as Luesalemba Provincial Secondary School (PSS), in Santa Cruz, Temotu Province. The handover ceremony on Thursday 31 July was held at the Y. Sato Marine Office at…
The new Seghe Terminal and Market projects have received formal blessings from the United Church, Seventh Day Adventist and community leaders.At a joint ceremony with the Western Provincial Government, the new market site was blessed by Superintendent Minister for Marovo Circuit, Rev. Gerald Rigeo, representing the United Church landowners.Provincial Secretary for Western Provincial Government, Patrick…
CHILDREN and families across the Solomon Islands are set to benefit from a new national plan aimed at strengthening child protection and improving family wellbeing.Led by the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) with the Ministry of Women, Youth, Children, and Family Affairs (MWYCA), the Child and Family Welfare System Multi-Sectoral Implementation Plan 2025–2030 brings…