Latest News Archive February 2019
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APTC Students Graduate with Internationally Recognized Skills in Honiara
The Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC) continues to support the skills development of Solomon Islanders through Australian standard training.
How Will Women Fare in Elections?
In terms of women’s representation in politics, Solomon Islands lags behind much of the world.
Importance of Self Care Through Local Lense
It has always been Hilda Surimae’s passion to be in the field of beauty and fashion.
Soccer Youngster Off to New Zealand
Solomon Islands starlet Raphael Lea’i has gone to New Zealand for school and training with the Wellington Phoenix Academy.
NZ and Fiji Commits to Stronger Relationship
New Zealand and Fiji have agreed to continue strengthening their defense relationship during a visit to the Pacific nation by Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters.
Man Arrested for Attempted Murder
A 32-year-old man has been remanded in custody at the Gizo Correctional Centre in Western Province, Solomon Islands since 13th February 2019 in connection with an alleged attempted murder incident.
Local Police Graduate Following EOD Training
Eight operators in the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit of the Royal Solomon Police Force (RSIPF) have graduated with International Mine Action Standard (IMAS) Level 3 Certificates on 19 February 2019 at Hells Point, East of Honiara.
Solomon Trader Leaking Oil
The Solomon Islands Prime Minister has asked Australia for emergency help cleaning up an environmental disaster after oil spilled from a bulk carrier that ran aground on a coral reef near a world heritage area.
Man Arrested for Electoral Offence
Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) National Criminal Investigation Division (NCID) arrested a 50-year-old man for allegations instituted under the Electoral Act.
Honiara Nomination Centers Open
The Solomon Islands Electoral Commission (SIEC) has formalized arrangements for the opening of nomination centers in Honiara.
Police Finalize Operational Plans for Elections
Provincial Police Commanders (PPC) throughout Solomon Islands are in Honiara to finalize its preparations for the upcoming National General Election (NGE) on 3rd April 2019.
Japanese WW2 Wreck Found
The first Japanese battleship sunk by US forces during World War II has been found off Guadalcanal, the largest island of the Solomon Islands and the location of fierce battles during the Pacific War.
‘Imperialist’ Citizenship Idea Sparks Spat
Tensions have flared up between Australia and its Pacific neighbours over the future – or lack of it – for small island states as sea levels rise.
Urgent Call for Border Posts
Bougainville Minister for Police, Correctional Services and Justice, Willie Masiu, has called on the national government to fast-track the establishment of the border post along the Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands border.
Solomon Islands Out of U-17 World Cup
The Oceania Football Confederation has found the Solomon Islands Football Federation breached regulations during a 2018 tournament and has effectively thrown the country out of this year's Under-17 World Cup.
Bulker Grounds on Rennell Reef
The bulker Solomon Trader has gone aground in a sensitive marine area in the Solomon Islands, raising concerns of environmental damage.
Maleai Incident Under Investigation
Police on both sides of the Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea border are working together to try and clamp down on criminals preying on local communities.
Groundbreaking Ceremony for Cable Project
A 4700 kilometre long fibre optic, submarine cable connecting Solomon Islands to Australia via Papua New Guinea is expected to be completed by the end of the year.
Police Investigates Another Logging Accident
Police in Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands are investigating a fatal logging accident involving two men at the Vavale Logging Camp in East Central Guadalcanal over the weekend.
Where Second Hand Clothes Find New Owners
If you thought all your donated clothes went to fellow Kiwis think again - Globally, the trade in second-hand clothes, mostly to developing nations, is big business.
Police Officers Trained for UN Deployment
About forty officers from the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) are currently undergoing training and screening at the Rove Police Headquarters in Honiara to be eligible for United Nations (UN) Peacekeeping Missions deployment.
Date for ‘Me Save Solo’ Announced
Tourism Solomons has confirmed the second annual ‘Me Save Solo’ tourism exchange will take place in Honiara, Solomon Islands on 05 July 2019.
Local Solomon Islander Lays Groundwork
Hailing from Honiara, Solomon Islands, Pacific Corporation Foundation (PCF) Summer intern Ms. Lania Temahua joins fellow intern Sela Maka in debunking the myth that engineering is a male-only field.
Australian Awards Scholarship Opens
The Australia Awards Scholarships 2020 intake is now open for eligible Solomon Islanders.
Members of Parliament Called to Account for Funds
Solomon Islands Members of Parliament have been given until 15 February to account for millions of dollars in grant funding given for developing their constituencies in 2018.
Fake Notes Recovered
Officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) at the Honiara Central Police Station this week recovered a five hundred Euro fake note and a few United States fifty dollar fake note.
