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- SIART Acknowledges Local Workers Building Malaita’s New Agriculture Office
by Editor’s Desk on October 30, 2026 at 12:57 amThursday 29 October, Honiara – The Solomon Islands Agriculture Rural Transformation (SIART) Project acknowledges local workers engaged at the construction of the new agriculture office building in Auki, Malaita for their commitment and hard work towards the successful completion of this important project for the province and Solomon Islands. SIART Project Manager, Mr. William Okekini
- Tina Takes Shape: Main Dam Reaches New Construction Milestone
by Editor’s Desk on October 29, 2026 at 3:05 amA major milestone has been achieved. On 26 October we commenced placement of roller compacted concrete (RCC) for the main dam. The schedule is to achieve an elevation of 135metres (the dam foundation is at 115m) by end February 2027. This will include 67 layers of RCC, each layer being 0.3metres (30 centimetres). We would
- Savo Island Celebrates First-Ever Megapode and Eco-Cultural Festival
by News Desk on November 3, 2026 at 4:02 amBY SHOREYANN RAGOSO Savo Island came alive with colour, traditional music, dance and community spirit over the weekend as it
- Lata Airport Upgrade Opens New Opportunities for Temotu: Acting PM Kologeta
by News Desk on October 30, 2026 at 5:55 amThe completion and handover of Santa Cruz (Lata) Airport marks a major milestone in improving connectivity, aviation safety and development
Raw Sports Solomon Islands
- Taking on the Challenge: Alpheus Fiuramo’s Judo Journey
by News Desk on October 28, 2026 at 2:12 amFrom a schoolboy inspired by martial arts movies to a police officer building his skills through Judo, Alpheus Fiuramo is proving that it is never too late to challenge yourself. Alpheus Fiuramo’s interest in martial arts began in 2008, when he was a student at Koloale Community High School.His older brother had joined a Judo
- Friendship Hall Strengthens Indonesia Ties
by News Desk on October 19, 2026 at 11:39 pmBY SHOREYANN RAGOSO The Friendship Hall, a multipurpose futsal stadium complex in Honiara continues to bring people together through sports, cultural activities, religious gatherings and national events, showing the strong friendship between Solomon Islands and Indonesia. The hall, funded by the Indonesian government, was officially opened by Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare, marking a promise made
Sunday Isles Solomon Islands
- Wheelchairs Left Behind, Smiles Regained, Two patients Achieve Recovery with Chinese Acupuncture
by Editor’s Desk on November 3, 2026 at 2:27 amRecently, two patients in Solomon Islands have experienced remarkable recoveries following acupuncture treatment provided by the China medical team. One can now walk without a wheelchair, while another has regained her ability to smile. Since arriving in March 2026, the team’s acupuncture service has supported more than 2,600 local patients. The first patient, a woman
- Health Minister Confronts Longstanding Challenges at Lata Hospital
by Editor’s Desk on November 3, 2026 at 2:14 amMinister for Health and Medical Services, Hon. Morris Toiraena has recognised the challenges facing Lata Hospital emphasising the urgent need for better facilities, staffing and healthcare. During a short visit to Lata Hospital, the Minister received a briefing from Dr Hugh Blessing Renga who outlined critical challenges facing the hospital, including shortages of doctors, nurses,
- White River Festival Creates Opportunities for Ngossi Ward Women to Showcase Products
by News Desk on November 3, 2026 at 12:38 amBY JOY OFASIA The first White River Diverse Festival has created an opportunity for women and youth from the Ngossi Ward Women’s Association to showcase and sell their locally made products, according to the association’s Vice President, Rose Amasia. Held at the White River Community Playing Field over the weekend, the festival brought together surrounding
- Yvonne Shares Breast Cancer Survival Journey
by News Desk on October 30, 2026 at 6:28 amBreast cancer survivor Yvonne Ogaoga is encouraging women across Solomon Islands to seek advice and screening early, sharing her own story to help others overcome fear and uncertainty. After discovering a lump, Yvonne sought medical advice and underwent chemotherapy, surgery and radiation therapy. Looking back, she says taking the first step to seek help was