North Malaita MP Resigns from IPAC, Reaffirms Support for National Unity

The Minister for Rural Development and Member of Parliament for North Malaita, Hon. Daniel S. Waneoroa, has officially announced his resignation from the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China (IPAC), as part of his decision to support the Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) and contribute to national political stability. In a formal statement issued on…

Work on new aviation complex set to start

Construction a of new Aviation Complex near Honiara International Airport is set to start once the proposed site layout and architectural detailed design drawings are approved by the World Bank. So far, the Contractor’s Environmental and Social Management Plan plus its proposed work program have been approved. The contract for the design and build of…

Australia assists State Ridge community with street solar lights

Ten new solar powered streetlights have been handed over to the State Ridge Community in Central Honiara Constituency on Thursday 6th March. The support was delivered through the Australian Community Partnerships program. The lights were handed over by the Australian High Commission Minister Counsellor Ms Lindsay Buckingham. Australian High Commission officials were warmly welcomed to…

MP Marau’s trial move to June

TRIAL of Member of Parliament (MP) for Ulawa-Ugi, William Bradford Marau, accused of misusing 5million dollars in shipping funds, has been tentatively rescheduled to June 2. The original trial dates, set to begin on February 10, were vacated due to the sudden passing of prime witness in the case. The defence made an application to…

PRC donates books, cash to Chung Wah School

PEOPLE’s Republic of China (PRC) has donated 872 volumes of books and $387,645.12 to Chung Wah School in Honiara on Wednesday. PRC donated the books on behalf of Guangdong Book House, established by the Overseas Chinese Affairs Office of Guangdong Province.  The books cover China’s economy, history, culture and society. Chinese Ambassador, His Excellency, Cai…