Dear Editor – I understand that the High Court of Solomon Islands has recently handed down its decision in a case involving a group of landowners who had challenged the legality of their land being acquired for mining purposes. Infact it was not a decision rather, the High Court Judge in the said case had…
Dear Editor – We are profoundly grateful if you could publish our sincere appreciation to Minister for Finance and treasury Hon. Snyder Rini for facilitating an appointment with us the graduated pilots to see the chairman of Solomon Airlines Mr. Austin Holmes. Five of us whom eventually partake would like to convey our sincere gratitude…
Dear Editor – Japanese Ambassador expresses Japan’s delight in working to further develop SI infrastructure. According to a press release from the SIG, the Japanese Ambassador to Solomon Islands, His Excellency Kenichi Kimiya, said Japan is delighted to work with the Solomon Islands Government to further develop the infrastructure in Solomon Islands. The Ambassador made…
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Dear Editor – The above caption on your paper speaks volumes of whether our councilors really understand their mandated responsibilities in serving the council’s interests or their own. I salute the council’s decisions to act on laws already passed and the Mayor’s steadfast actions to stay the course no matter what. As councilors, like your…
Dear Editor – ʺBe gracious to me, O God, for I am in distress; my eye wastes away from griefʺ—can be heard as the voice of an abused woman. (Psalm 31). Last Friday, 25 November 2016, was marked as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and styled White Ribbon Day in…
“BOTH now and then, we had to accept your eternal wars. And patiently we forgave whatever you did. You didn’t receive critics – you were our idol. But we did understand your play. When we smilingly asked you “How did your peace negotiations go? Did you decide upon peace?” The man said: “Don’t bother. Leave…
Dear Editor – I was driving down to town this morning (yesterday) when I heard submissions made by the office of DPP to the Bills & Legislation Committee live by SIBC. However, DPP’s contribution was interesting which made me to share few thoughts in this medium. The issue I wish to share is the discipline…
THIS has been an interesting week after last Saturday night’s crowning of the 2016 Miss Solomons Pageant. Camilla Grossmith, who was sponsored by King Solomon Hotel, was our new queen. We congratulate Ms Grossmith and wish her well as she prepares to stake her claim for the Miss Pacific Islands crown. Last Saturday’s crowning ceremony…
MY name is Oliver Nol Salopuka. I am from the Russell Islands. A Lavukal by birthright and of the Kaiseleng Tribe. I am the Chairman of the Lavukal House of Chiefs and the Lavukal Trust Board. I am also a director in RIPEL and Lever Solomons Limited. I went home to the Russell Islands last…