Latest News Archive May 2014
Government Commends US Navy
The Solomon Islands Government through the Ministry of Police, National Security and Correctional Services has commended the US Navy on a special underwater training program conducted for the Police Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Maritime Police team this month.
Political Parties Integrity Bill likely to Pass
The government of Solomon Islands says its Political Parties Integrity Bill is "very close" to finally becoming law.
Solomons High Commission Thanks Supporters
The Solomon Islands High Commission Office in Suva, Fiji has publicly acknowledged the support received from Organizations and Individuals in Fiji together with the Solomon Islands Community in Suva for their response to a flood appeal launched in Suva last month.
Flood Victims Accuses Government for Neglect
Solomon Islanders displaced by last month's flash floods have accused the government of neglecting their plight by failing to make a decision to release land for rebuilding.
Electoral Disputes Claims of Voter Fraud
Solomon Islands' Electoral Commission says a formal complaint must be made before there is any investigation into voter rigging.
RAMSI Seen as an Expensive Exercise
A Lowy Insitute report says despite some impressive achievements, Australia's decade-long assistance in Solomon Islands has been a costly and disproportionate investment.
Solomons APTC Celebrates One Year
One year ago, Solomon Islands’ first Australia-Pacific Technical College (APTC) campus was launched at Don Bosco Technical Institute, boosting training and skills development opportunities for Solomon Islanders.
"Blackbirding" to be Highlighted on National Museum Day
For the 4th year running, the Solomon Islands National Museum will celebrate International Museum Day on 16th May 2014, an annual event usually celebrated on 18th May by thousands of museums across the world.
Farmers to Benefit from Australia-SEB Partnership
Thousands of farmers across Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands are set to benefit from a new SBD320,000 partnership between the Australian aid program and Solo Enviro Beautification (SEB).
Isabel Grandmother Awarded for Environmental Leadership
Moira Dasipio says helping Solomon Islands women to speak up and be heard is one of her greatest achievements.
Solomons and New Zealand Affirm Development Cooperation
New Zealand and Solomon Island Governments have held high-level consultations on the development cooperation for the two countries.
Coconut Oil Producers Association Calls for Support
Local virgin coconut oil producers say the Solomon Islands is being held back from competing with other Pacific and Asian nations because of a lack of government support.
Wellington Paramedics to Assist Gizo Medical Staff
Two Wellington Free Ambulance paramedics are heading to the Solomon Islands, to train medics and provide much needed equipment.
Solomon Community in PNG to Raise More Funds
The Solomon Islands community in Port Moresby is organizing two major fundraising drives towards the ongoing recovery efforts in Solomon Islands following last month’s flash flooding which killed at least 22 people and damaged property.
JICA President Meets Lilo
President of Japan’s International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Akihiko Tanaka paid a courtesy call to Prime Minister Gordon Darcy Lilo where they held discussions on various subjects ranging from grant aid to JICA volunteer programs in Solomon Islands.
ANZ Staff Volunteers with World Vision
In the days and weeks following the floods, volunteers have played an important role in World Vision Solomon Islands emergency response, including packing relief items for affected communities.
New Permanent Secretaries Appointed
The Solomon Islands Government through the Public Service Commission has recently appointed two new Permanent Secretaries.
Australia Builds First School for Nanala
More than one hundred representatives from Nanala community and the Guadalcanal Provincial Government celebrated the opening of the Nanala Community Primary School, funded by the Solomon Islands Australian High Commission’s Direct Aid Program.
Pacific has Regional Cold Storage Facility for Vaccines
For the first time, Pacific countries will have a regional cold storage facility for all vaccines.
Sir Frank Re-elected for Second Term
Governor General Sir Frank Kabui has been re-elected for a second term today after 4 rounds of voting at the national parliament.
NDMO Issues Warning on "Cash Grants" Rumors
The Solomon Islands National Disaster Management Office (NDMO) has strongly dismissed rumors that the Government will provide “cash grants” as part of a repatriation package to families affected by last month’ s flooding.
Solomons Bids Farewell to Longstanding Key Australian Health Adviser
After more than six years living and working in Solomons, well-known Australian pharmacy adviser Mike Nunan is saying ‘lukim iufala’.
Repatriation Continues for those Affected
As the repatriation of flood victims in Honiara, Solomon Islands continues throughout the week, more families have been given repatriation kits and food supplies to support them during the rehabilitation process.