$13M SECURED FOR BIOGAS PROJECT

The Solomon Islands recently successfully secured USD1.58 million (12.8m SBD) for the SENBIOSIS Project (Sustainable Energy from Biogas in Solomon Islands) at the18th Joint Committee Meeting of the Cooperation Programme of the Governments of the Pacific Small Island Developing States and the Governments of Italy, Austria, Luxembourg and Spain.  The approval followed the submission and…

Apprentices end 6 months practical with RSIPF

Fifteen apprentices have been presented with certificates of appreciation after completing six months of practical work with the Property and Infrastructure Department (PID) and Garage of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF). Assistant Commissioner (AC) Corporate Support (CS), Mr. Stanley Riolo, presented the certificate of appreciation to the apprentice at Rove Police Headquarters on…

Attacker apologises to CCECC

A reconciliation following the attack of a China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) was held this week. A CCECC worker was recently attacked at the Kolofe construction campsite in North Malaita. The worker sustained wounds to his head and hand. The suspect’s brother has formally apologised to the company and relevant authorities. The apology was…

GKC OUTLINES FLAGSHIP PROJECT DELIVERIES FOR 2025

The Gizo–Kolombangara Constituency (GKC) has outlined major flagship project deliveries for 2025, focusing on fisheries, forestry and agriculture as key drivers of local economic growth. Speaking on Monday during the GKC Cup celebrations under the theme “One Constituency, One Future: Showcasing Culture, Talent and Development,” Member of Parliament for Gizo–Kolombangara Constituency, Hon. Jimson Tanaganda, said…

Free health check for RSIPF officers

A free medical check-up for officers of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) was held at the Rove police headquarters on Monday 22 December 2025. The 4th China Medical Team (CMT) and 10 medical professionals from the Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University in Guizhou province conducted the health check. CMT and medical professionals…

AFP leaders share Christmas cheer with Fishing village community

Australian Federal Police (AFP) Deputy Commissioner International and Specialist Capabilities Lesa Gale, together with AFP Commander Hall O’Meagher, visited Fishing village in Honiara, sharing Christmas cheer with families during the festive season. The community engagement event was made possible and hosted through the RSIPF and AFP Policing Partnership Program (RAPPP). The visit brought RSIPF and…

Gizo–Kolombangara Cup opens constituency office at Ringi

The Gizo–Kolombangara Constituency [GKC] has officially opened its second office at Ringi, Kolombangara, Western Province. Member of Parliament (MP) Jimson Tanagada officially opened office on Monday, 22nd December to coincide with a opening of a sports event. The other office is located at Gizo. The opening was described as a significant step towards decentralising services…