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The Lauru Second Appointed Day Committee 2025 has highlighted the invaluable support of local companies in making its recent fundraising initiatives a success. The committee expressed its gratitude to several key sponsors whose contributions to the raffle ticket prizes played a significant role in the program’s progress.  Among the major sponsors were:  1. Smart Technology […]

Construction has officially commenced on the Malu’u Temporary Market Building last week, a key part of the Malu’u Market Redevelopment Project funded by Australia. This temporary building will provide a dedicated space for market vendors to operate while the new market is under construction. The temporary market ensures that local vendors can continue their businesses

The Munda Police Station has found itself at the center of public debate after a photo of its reception area went viral on social media. The image, which has caused criticism, shows stray dogs comfortably resting in the station’s reception area, with no police officers in sight. The photo has led to debates of concern

Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has announced the reassignment of Sir Jimmie Rodgers, the former Secretary to Prime Minister (SPM), to special duties. Dr. Melchoir Mataki, currently Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of National Planning and Development Coordination, will take over as the new SPM. Manele emphasized that Rodgers’ reassignment is routine and not unusual, stating

Honiara, Solomon Islands – Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele returned to Honiara today following his participation in the 12th World Government Summit in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Addressing the media upon his arrival at Honiara International Airport, the Prime Minister shared key highlights from his trip, emphasizing the Solomon Islands’ commitment to global partnerships, sustainable development,

A Two-Day Cocoa Training was successfully organized for the Tenagahu Community in Northeast Guadalcanal, Guadalcanal Province. The training was conducted by the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) through its Soul Cocoa Plus Livelihood Project (SCPL). ADRA Australia, through SCPL, funded the training, which took place at Tenagahu Community on Wednesday, February 5, and Thursday,

STRONG WIND WARNING NUMBER SEVEN ISSUED BY THE SOLOMON ISLANDS METEOROLOGICAL SERVICE AT 4:00PM THIS AFTERNOON ON SATURDAY, 15TH FEBRUARY 2025. A STRONG WIND WARNING IS CURRENT FOR WATERS OF RENNELL/BELLONA, MAKIRA TEMOTU, GUADALCANAL, MALAITA AND CENTRAL PROVINCES.   SITUATION: A GENERAL NORTHWEST WIND FLOW PERSISTS OVER THE SOLOMON ISLANDS. EXPECT NORTHWEST WINDS TO REACH

The iconic Lawson Tama football field, once the pride of Honiara and a hub for football enthusiasts, has become almost unrecognizable, as shown in a recent video shared by Tavuli News. The footage, which has caused widespread public debate online, reveals the field surrounded by overgrown bushes and neglected surroundings, raising serious questions about its

Copra producers in the North Malaita region have welcomed the recent establishment of a buying centre by the Commodities Export Marketing Authority (CEMA) in Malu’u. This initiative has significantly eased the burden on farmers, who previously had to transport their copra to Auki, a costly and time-consuming process, especially due to high freight expenses. The

The Solomon Islands National University (SINU) wishes to inform the public of the regrettable but necessary decision to terminate the employment of a foreign Associate Professor, who formerly served as the University Librarian. This decision follows a comprehensive internal audit and investigation, which uncovered significant breaches of procurement policies, financial mismanagement, and misconduct in relation