Government Archive April 2009
Fijian Nationals Deported for Breaching Immigration Laws
The Solomon Islands Government yesterday deported 10 Fijian Nationals who breached the country's Immigration and Labour laws.
ADB Welcomes Opening of Companies Registry Office in Solomon Islands
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) welcomes the opening of the new Companies Registry Office.
Solomon Islands' New Transport Law to Improve Services, Safety: ADB
Two new transport laws in the Solomon Islands, that are designed to improve services and safety, have been welcomed by the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
Gold Ridge Says Report Shows No Cyanide
Gold Ridge Mining Limited (GRML) has confirmed that independent test results show that there was no work-related poisoning of employees due to an alleged leakage from a cyanide storage tank at its mine site at Gold Ridge on Guadalcanal.
GRML Welcomes Proposed Cyanide Investigation
General Manager of Gold Ridge Mining Limited (GRML), Keith Nielsen says the company welcomes government's intention to engage the Commonwealth Secretariat to carry out independent investigation into the alleged cyanide leakages at the Gold Mine area.
Gold Ridge Strike Referred to the Trade Dispute Panel
The Gold Ridge Mining Limited workers' strike has been referred to the Trade Dispute Pane.
Anniversary of Devastating Earthquake and Tsunami
Today marks the second anniversary of the earthquake and tsunami, which struck parts of Western and Choiseul provinces. Up to fifty lives were tragically lost, houses and properties destroyed and swept away.
Australia and New Zealand Remember Victims of 2007 Tsunami
Australia and New Zealand have reaffirmed their commitment to the ongoing recovery and rebuilding of tsunami-affected communities in Solomon Islands.