SEA LEVEL RISE THREATENS INFRASTRUCTURE AT UGHELE By LACHLAN SHYVES EDDIE Solomon Star, Honiara The negative impact of rising sea level is affecting many coastal communities around Solomon Islands. The community of Ughele on South Rendova, Western Province is no exception because the negative consequences of the rising sea level has resulted in coastal erosion posing threat to critical infrastructure. Two of these key critical infrastructure involves a bridge and a clinic. They are now at the me
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SEA LEVEL RISE THREATENS INFRASTRUCTURE AT UGHELE By LACHLAN SHYVES EDDIE Solomon Star, Honiara The negative impact of rising sea level is affecting many coastal communities around Solomon Islands. The community of Ughele on South Rendova, Western Province is no exception because the negative consequences of the rising sea level has resulted in coastal erosion posing threat to critical infrastructure. Two of these key critical infrastructure involves a bridge and a clinic. They are now at the me
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HONIARA SUMMIT ENDS Honiara Summit 2025 concluded on Thursday with a message to collaborate and be united in accelerating the sustainability of fisheries and marine resources in the region. Hosted by the Solomon Islands Government with the support from with the Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA), the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the Pacific Community (SPC), and the UN Secretary General’s Special Envoy for the Ocean, the event was held from the 24th to
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HONIARA SUMMIT ENDS Honiara Summit 2025 concluded on Thursday with a message to collaborate and be united in accelerating the sustainability of fisheries and marine resources in the region. Hosted by the Solomon Islands Government with the support from with the Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA), the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the Pacific Community (SPC), and the UN Secretary General’s Special Envoy for the Ocean, the event was held from the 24th to
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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE PATHFINDERS ENTERTAINING THE CROWD AT THE 47th INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION 2025, NATIONAL STADIUM. | Solomon Star News
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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE PATHFINDERS ENTERTAINING THE CROWD AT THE 47th INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION 2025, NATIONAL STADIUM. | Solomon Star News
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The new terminal gate is expected to streamline port operations, improve cargo handling efficiency, and support economic growth in the Solomon Islands. SIPA remains committed to advancing port services and strengthening the nation’s maritime trade. | Solomon Star News
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The new terminal gate is expected to streamline port operations, improve cargo handling efficiency, and support economic growth in the Solomon Islands. SIPA remains committed to advancing port services and strengthening the nation’s maritime trade. | Solomon Star News
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UPGRADING OF NRH OPERATING THEATRE PROGRESSES HONIARA: Construction and upgrading of the National Referral Hospital (NRH) worth SBD$14 million funded by the Solomon Islands Government is currently underway. The Solomon Star had an exclusive tour of the facility by visiting the construction site on Monday. SSS Construction Ltd (LEE KWO KUEN) is currently tasked with the project as the main contractor. The two story complex will feature four operating theatres, a medical operation storage room acc
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UPGRADING OF NRH OPERATING THEATRE PROGRESSES HONIARA: Construction and upgrading of the National Referral Hospital (NRH) worth SBD$14 million funded by the Solomon Islands Government is currently underway. The Solomon Star had an exclusive tour of the facility by visiting the construction site on Monday. SSS Construction Ltd (LEE KWO KUEN) is currently tasked with the project as the main contractor. The two story complex will feature four operating theatres, a medical operation storage room acc
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2025 SCHOOL GAMES SPRINTER KING O'Brian Welshman Diko from Selwyn College has been crowned the new 100m champion at the 2025 Solomon Islands Secondary School Games (SISSG25) following a thrilling final held today, Tuesday July 1, at the National Stadium. Diko sprinted to victory with an impressive time of 11.11 seconds, edging out Bishop Epalle's Alick K, who took silver with a time of 11.53 seconds. Jinaldine from Saint Joseph’s finishing third. | Solomon Star News
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2025 SCHOOL GAMES SPRINTER KING O'Brian Welshman Diko from Selwyn College has been crowned the new 100m champion at the 2025 Solomon Islands Secondary School Games (SISSG25) following a thrilling final held today, Tuesday July 1, at the National Stadium. Diko sprinted to victory with an impressive time of 11.11 seconds, edging out Bishop Epalle's Alick K, who took silver with a time of 11.53 seconds. Jinaldine from Saint Joseph’s finishing third. | Solomon Star News
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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE COMBINE CULTURAL PERFORMANCES AND THE YOUTH DANCE AT THE NATIONAL STADIUM ON MONDAY 7th JULY 2025 AS PART OF CELEBRATING SOLOMON ISLANDS 47th INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY. | Solomon Star News
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BY-ELECTIONS UPDATE Counting for the Paripao ward and West Guadalcanal Constituency by-elections will commence once all the formalities are completed. By-elections for the two regions were held on Wednesday 4th June. Most of the counting officials are in Honiara for the start of the counting process. Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Jasper Anisi provides an update before lunch time today - Thursday 5th June. By George Maelagi Solomon Star, Honiara | Solomon Star News
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Start of the Solomon Airlines 60th Anniversary Peace Marathon. | Solomon Star News
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Official Launch of SI Multi-dimensional Poverty and Economic Census Report Honiara, Solomon Islands – In a significant event for the nation, Government Statistician Samson Kanamoli officially launched the Solomon Islands Multidimensional Poverty and Spatial Disparities Analysis Report, alongside the preliminary results of the National Economic Establishment Census. The ceremony took place at the National Statistics Office on Wednesday, attracting a multitude of attendees from various sectors. Th
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Solomon Islands has scored 44 out of 100 and ranking 73rd globally in the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index recording a slight rise. The launched was conducted on Wednesday 11th February in Honiara. Transparency Solomon Islands said the country still faces serious corruption challenges with concerns over buying of votes and public funds mismanagement. A call for collective action was also issued. | Solomon Star News
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COUNTDOWN TOWARDS TRADE FAIR The countdown for the 2025 trade fair is on as excitement is building up for this important show. With just two days remaining before the much-anticipated trade fair commences at the Solomon Islands National University (SINU) Park commonly known as the FOPA Village, local businesses and organizations are actively setting up their stalls and booths, ready to showcase their products and services throughout the week-long event. Among the many eager participants is Ms. M
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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE PARADE MARCH PAST IN QUICK MOTION DURING THE 2025 INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION. | Solomon Star News
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BACK FROM THE PROVINCE With the 2025 academic classes for second semester set to resume next week many students have started returning to Honiara from the provinces as of this week after spending their mid-semester vacation in their villages and communities. Captured here MV Fair Lady arriving in Honiara on Wednesday morning from Western Province packed with passengers mostly students and working people. With only two passenger vessels currently serving that province, the demand for shipping ser
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“𝐖𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐁𝐞 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 — 𝐖𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐅𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭” Western Province Premier Hon. Billy Veo has firmly rejected Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele’s recent remarks suggesting that the push for a federal system of government in Solomon Islands is losing momentum. Premier Veo made it clear that the province remains steadfast in its pursuit of statehood and will not back down from its federalism ambitions. This follows a recent meeting between the Prime Minister and leaders of all
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HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS MORNING'S FLOAT PARADE BY MINISTRIES AND COMPANIES COMING UP FROM THE WESTERN AND CENTRAL SIDE OF THE CITY UP TO THE NATIONAL STADIUM WHERE THE MAIN CELEBRATION IS HELD. | Solomon Star News
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POLITICS GENERATE INTEREST The political instability over the past days has generated alot of interest amongst the public. Each morning a lot of people turned up the news stand to buy the two dailies to read the latest updates of the current political situation. A motion of no confidence is set down for Tuesday morning in parliament. | Solomon Star News
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LEGAL MINDS MEET TO DISCUSS FISHERIES LAW The judicial Symposium 2025 commenced on Wednesday at the Pacific Forum Agency Fisheries (FFA) Conference Centre, drawing Chiefs Justices from Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, and Tuvalu, alongside other senior legal experts to discuss recent developments in recent developments in international fisheries law. The symposium, co-hosted by Foreign Fisheries Agency and the Chief Justice of Solomon Islands, Sir Albert R. Palmer, CBE, highl
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400 Pentecostal Youths undergo camp More than 400 young members of the Pentecostal church have convened at the Central Bank Solomon Islands recreational center in Aruligho, North West Guadalcanal, for a four-day youth camp based on the theme "Open Door." During the event, participants engaged in a series of spiritual insights centered around the word of God, alongside health discussions and various sports activities, including volleyball and tug-of-war. These activities aimed to foster networkin
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CELEBRATING MICRO & SMALL ENTERPRISES DAY Speaking at the International Micro and Small Enterprises (MSME) Day 2025, Deputy Director of the Business & Cooperatives Development (BCD) Division, Mr. Eric Hurutarau, highlighted the importance of the day for the Solomon Islands.�He emphasized that Micro and Small Enterprises are the backbone of the country’s economy, particularly within the public sector. Mr. Hurutarau also revealed that the government is currently working on developing the Small and
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Commission of Inquiry into Royalty Payment A Commission of Inquiry (COI) will be established to investigate the unpaid $8.6 million in royalties from 33 bauxite shipments extracted in West Rennell between November 2017 and January 2019. Director for Mines,Energy & Rural Electrification Ms. Krista Tatapu and the newly sworn-in Minister for Mines Energy and Rural Electrification Derrick Manu'ari revealed this in a press conference on Tuesday, 13th May 2025. | Solomon Star News
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A meeting was held on Thursday to push for a more coordinated approach to hosting and showcasing national events that offer attractions and lure overseas tourists to watch the events. The face to face meeting was organised by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism (MCT), in partnership with Tourism Solomons (TS) and local event organisers. The meeting was held at the Tourism Solomons conference room in Honiara. Fiona Teama, Head of Marketing at Tourism Solomons in an interview said, a primary chall
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