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- Nomination Open for Australia Alumni Climate Warrior Awardby Editor’s Desk on May 23, 2025 at 4:17 am
Nominations are now open for the Australia Awards Alumni Climate Warrior Award. This award recognises Australia Awards Solomon Islands alumni who show exceptional leadership in climate intervention, environmental protection, and sustainability. The Alumni Climate Warrior Award celebrates alumni who address climate change and environmental challenges through innovative, sustainable solutions, activities, or policies for a cleaner, healthier, and more resilient environment. The alumni must demonstrate positive change to address environmental security challenges including climate change, pollution reduction (air, land, water, and marine), waste management, biodiversity conservation, renewable energy and the sustainable use of natural resources. Australia’s High Commissioner to Solomon Islands,…
- Forty MAL Officers Complete IPAM Training, Now Eligible for Promotionby Editor’s Desk on May 23, 2025 at 12:35 am
Forty officers from the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) have successfully completed the Knowing Your Public Service (KYPS) and Code of Conduct training facilitated by the Institute of Public Administration and Management (IPAM). The training marks a key milestone, making the officers formally eligible for confirmation and promotion within the public service. The participants, all based at MAL Headquarters in Honiara, represented various departments within the ministry. The week-long training aimed to strengthen their understanding of public service roles, responsibilities, and ethical standards, equipping them with the knowledge required to perform effectively and with integrity. The comprehensive program covered…
- Name Change for Solomon Islands’ Only National Park to Enhance Clarity and International Recognitionby Lynda Wate on May 15, 2025 at 12:10 am
The Ministry of Culture and Tourism wishes to announce the official change in the designation of the nation’s only national
- Solomon Airlines to Resume Service to Lomlomby Lynda Wate on April 15, 2025 at 4:37 am
SOLOMON Airlines confirms the reinstatement of its scheduled Dash 8 and Twin Otter services to Lomlom in the Reef Islands,
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- SINIS is the People’s Legacy from the 2023 Pacific Games: PM Maneleby Editor’s Desk on May 9, 2025 at 5:56 am
PRIME Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele has reaffirmed the Solomon Islands Government’s commitment to sports development, declaring the Solomon Islands National Institute of Sport (SINIS) as “the home of high-performance sport and the future of sports in our country.” Speaking during the official handover of SINIS from the National Hosting Authority (NHA) to the National Sports
- “Go Solo Go”: Aussie Coach Backs Solomon Islands’ First Archery Clubby Editor’s Desk on April 29, 2025 at 3:10 am
BY JOY OFASIA WHAT began as a simple passion for sport is now taking aim at something far greater—a legacy of leadership, growth, and unity through archery. Coach Jarryd Greitschus, a respected figure from Rogue Archery in Brisbane, Australia, is beaming with pride as the Solomon Islands prepares to launch its very first archery club
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- Australian High Commissioner Praises 50 New Community Projects in Solomon Islandsby Editor’s Desk on May 23, 2025 at 1:35 am
BY JOY OFASIA THE Australian High Commissioner to the Solomon Islands, His Excellency Mr. Rod Hilton, has congratulated the first 50 community projects of 2025 funded under the Solomon Islands-Australia Community Partnerships. The High Commissioner reaffirmed Australia’s ongoing commitment to working hand-in-hand with the people of Solomon Islands to build “brighter futures” across the country.
- New Hope for Solomon Islanders: 50 Community Projects Get Green Light under Australia Partnershipby Editor’s Desk on May 22, 2025 at 5:34 am
BY JOY OFASIA THERE were smiles, handshakes, and heartfelt words exchanged last night at the Mendana Hotel as 50 new community projects were signed under the Solomon Islands Australia Community Partnership Programme. The award night marked a significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between the two nations, with SBD 11 million worth of projects officially
- Pacific Women Unite to Build Peace and Shape Futuresby Editor’s Desk on May 21, 2025 at 3:48 am
BY JOY OFASIA FOR the first time, women peacebuilders from across the Pacific are gathering in Honiara from May 26 to 30 for a historic meeting of the Pacific Women Mediators Network. As the meeting continues, the women remain united in one goal: to ensure their voices lead the way toward a peaceful and equal
- Vendors Gain Money Skillsby Editor’s Desk on May 16, 2025 at 6:08 am
BY JOY OFASIA MORE than 160 market vendors from Barana and Lunga in East Honiara have completed a weeklong financial literacy training today. The training, held by the Little Vine Foundation at New Hope Academy Hall in Honiara, was the first of its kind for market vendors in Panatina Ward 12. It aimed to teach