New school truck for Gwaidingale CHS

TAX-PAYERS through the West Kwaio Constituency Office has enabled Gwaidingale Community High School (CHS) to take ownership of a new three-ton pick up truck. Member of Parliament (MP) for West Kwaio Constituency, Hon. Claudius Tei’ifi officially handed over the school truck on Tuesday at a brief ceremony in Honiara. In his brief remarks, MP Tei’ifi expressed his appreciation to the GNUT Government through the Ministry of Infrastructure and Development (MID) for funding…

Veo vows to end Gizo’s water woes

Western Provincial Premier Hon. Billy Veo has reaffirmed his government’s determination to resolve Gizo’s long-standing water crisis, assuring the Western Provincial Assembly that concrete actions are being taken to secure a lasting solution. In his address to the Assembly on Monday, Premier Veo admitted that progress has been slower than anticipated due to bureaucratic delays,…

Australia welcomes new investment in Kolombangara

A signing event on Friday 3 October marked the next phase of Solomon Islands’ sustainable forestry industry, celebrating New Forests’ agreement to acquire a majority stake in Kolombangara Forest Products Ltd (KFPL). New Forests is an Australian-headquartered company that is an experienced manager of nature-based assets.  It will expand into Solomon Islands through its Tropical Asia Forest…

PM ready to face motion 

PRIME Minister Jeremiah Manele says he is prepared to face any upcoming motion of no confidence against his leadership. This follows reports that a group of Members of Parliament (MPs) are claiming the numbers to move a third motion against him when Parliament resumes on 15th October. According to reports, the proposed motion is centred on the sufferance…

Nationwide UXO consultations launched

The National UXO Division of the Ministry of Police, National Security & Correctional Services, supported by the National UXO Inter-Agency Legislative Committee, has officially begun nationwide consultations on the UXO Consultation Paper. This initiative seeks to gather public and stakeholder input towards the development of a National UXO Bill to govern unexploded ordnance (UXO) operations…

Gula Valley Community congratulated for new development 

Honiara City Councillor (HCC) for Panatina Ward 12, Cr. Lydia Yeo has congratulated the Gula Valley Community in East Honiara for successfully working together to officially open their newly completed road access, drainage, and two boreholes for water supply. Speaking at the opening ceremony recently, Cr. Yeo commended the community’s unity and determination in making the project a…

RSIPF commended for successful PIF security operation 

Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF), the Correctional Service of Solomon Islands (CSSI), and security partners have been hailed for their exemplary efforts in securing a safe and peaceful environment during the 54th Pacific Islands Forum, which took place from September 8 to 12, 2025.  Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele personally visited Rove Headquarters to thank the officers. He also…

14th Australia–Solomons business forum set for Brisbane

THe 14th Australia–Solomon Islands Business Forum is happening this year and it returns to Brisbane, Australia next month – November from 17-19, uniting senior government officials, business leaders, and investors from both countries for days of high-level dialogue, networking, and partnership-building. Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) announced this on Monday 6th October 2025. Organised by…