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Expressing her thanks to the Australian and New Zealand Governments for their assistance in helping to develop Bloody Ridge National Historical Park, Minister of Culture and Tourism (MCT), the Hon. Choylin Yim Douglas has called on all donor partners to join the Solomon Islands Government in further developing the park into…
Leader of Opposition Matthew Wale has urged the Telecommunication’s Commission to review the recent changes in data plans recently effected by Our Telekom. Wale made the call in response to an article published recently in the Island Sun updating customers and the general public on the company’s new service changes…
by Geogina Maka’a Solomon Islands National Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC) is in the process of reviewing the Broadcasting Act as part of efforts to modernise the national broadcaster. Chief Executive Officer Johnson Honimae revealed this during SIBC’s 73rd anniversary celebrations today. Honiara said governance, funding and editorial independence are some of the…
by Ednal Palmer Permanent Secretaries froze before the Bills and Legislation Committee (BLC) on Monday, when pressed on how political pressure compromises their independence and weakens the public service. The BLC, chaired by Opposition leader Mathew Wale, convened to hear submissions on the Public Service Bill 2025. But when Wale…
The Guadalcanal Provincial Government has directed the immediate scrutiny and suspension of sufferance wharf operations due to legal, security, and environmental issues. Premier William Atu highlighted concerns over unregulated imports, illicit trade, and biosecurity threats. The GPG calls for comprehensive reviews and collaboration to protect community safety and the environment.
by Ednal Palmer The Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) has only itself to blame for failing to manage and properly coordinate its internal operations. This was revealed during hearings on the Public Service Bill 2025 today, where the Ministry’s shortcomings in managing health workers and services came under…
The Solomon Islands Football Federation (SIFF) and Australian Government today announced that Brisbane Roar’s Isuzu UTE A-League men’s squad will travel to Honiara to take part in the inaugural PacificAus Sports Challenge from 1 October to 5 October. The trip, delivered in collaboration with SIFF, the Australian Government, Football Australia, and Brisbane…
by Georgina Maka’a Despite losing its main office in a fire tragedy last week, Solomon Islands Electoral Commission (SIEC) says all election data and voters’ list remained saved. Chief Electoral Officer Jasper Anisi told reporters today all their data and voters list have been backed-up and stored both off-shore and…
The historical soundtrack of one of Australia’s near-neighbours is at risk of being forever lost. In a small room lined with shelves brimming with chronicles and recordings at the rear of the Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation in Honiara, sits Salei Rukasi. She has been working there since 1984. The veteran…
by Ronald Toito’ona About eight communities in Makira-Ulawa Province are taking steps to boost disaster preparedness ahead of the 2025–2026 cyclone season. In partnership with World Vision Solomon Islands and key stakeholders, the Solomon Islands Meteorological Service (SIMS) has conducted awareness sessions under the Disaster Ready Program to strengthen understanding…
