Latest News Archive January 2012
SPREP Launches Clean Pacific 2012 Campaign
The Clean Pacific 2012 campaign will be launched in partnership with the World Wetlands Day celebrations in Apia, Samoa on 2 February.
Sea Level Rise Threatens Communities
The Solomon Islands Red Cross says the rising sea level and changes in weather patterns are slowly taking their toll on low lying islands in Temotu Province.
Unique Red Feather Money of Temotu
Before introduction of money in Solomon Islands, the currency came in different forms for the nine provinces of the country.
Ma'asina wants Parliament Dissolved
The Ma'asina Forum is calling on the people of Malaita province to support its push to have the parliament dissolved.
Solomon Nationals Safe in PNG Mutiny
Solomon Islands Nationals living in Papua New Guinea are well and safe when a military mutiny on Thursday unfolded in the capital, Port Moresby.
Aussies Celebrate Australia Day
Australians around the world will today celebrate Australia Day.
Aussies Dominate Tourist Arrivals
The Solomon Islands have enjoyed a 20 percent increase in visitor numbers in the past two years with Australian travelers the most frequent visitors to the untouched island paradise.
Scavenging to Survive
This is the side of Honiara many choose to turn a blind eye to. With cost of living soaring at an alarming rate, it is no surprise young children are now roaming the streets scavenging for bottles and tins to sell as a means of survival.
The War Canoe of the Western Province
The war canoe from Western Province was once a revered sight in the waters of the Western Solomon Islands.
Put School Drop-Outs to Good Use
As school results come in, many that were unfortunate not to make it are now left wondering, where to from here?
Four People Charged in East Guadalcanal Unrest
Four people have been arrested and charged with intimidation and unlawfully taking vehicles from two of Solomon Islands' biggest companies.
Big Maos Launches Festival Radio Show
A new and exciting radio show featuring updates about the upcoming Festival of Pacific Arts will be aired on the countries major FM Radio stations starting today.
Solomon's Police to Work Harder at Rebuilding
The Royal Solomon Islands Police is pushing ahead with plans to become self-sufficient.
Fiji Offers assistance to Solomon Islands
Fiji will provide assistance to the Solomon Islands for the hosting of the 11th Festival of Pacific Arts in July.
I am Not Plotting Against PM: Wale
The Solomon Islands' deputy opposition leader Mathew Wale has denied claims that he is plotting to demolish the government coalition and unseat the Prime Minister Gordon Darcy Lilo.
Australian Volunteers Seek to Make a Difference
Fourteen new Australian Volunteers arrived in Solomon Islands this month to begin their placements with government ministries, colleges, non-government and community groups.
Banana Fibre Bags, a Symbol of Pride in Temotu Province
In Temotu Province, one of the unique things that people in Grasiosa Bay are known for is the weaving of banana fibre into hand bags, which they call 'Topla Birpi.'
RAMSI Police Continues withdrawal in Provinces
RAMSI will withdraw police from a further five areas of Solomon Islands this year in order to focus more on building the capacity of the country's own force.
US$4 million for Nauru Solar Energy and Desalination Plant
Nauru will access US$4million from the Pacific Environment Community (PEC) Fund to install a solar power generation system and sea water desalination plant.
Our Voice is Our Money: Zara
Solomon Islands local young talents, "Zara" from the Isabel province, are a three man band that's currently dominating airplay in most FM stations in the country.
Second Hand Bargains
Have you ever thought that shopping second hand was something you would never do?
Taskforce Set Up to Investigate Unrest
The Solomon Islands Police has set up a special task force to investigate acts of theft and violence against the property of two of the country's biggest companies.
Warnings of Fake Malaria Drug
Fake antimalarial drugs could potentially endanger the lives of Solomon Islanders, scientists have warned.
The Solomon Islands Flag
National flags of a country are a symbol of a country's pride, something people have often taken for granted.
Mossy Speaks on the Plight of Shell Money Vendors
While there is a very high demand for shell money, often for bride-price and compensation, shell money vendors are currently experiencing a shortage in the supply of shell.
Suri Swaps Football Boots for Clipboard
The remarkable playing career of Batram Suri may finally have come to an end but the last words of his footballing story are far from being written.
Dolphin Exporter Wins Court Case
The Solomon Islands High Court has ordered the government to pay more than a million US dollars in damages to a company for stopping its export of live dolphins.
Re-arming is a "Positive Sign," says Sogavare
A former prime minister in Solomon Islands Manasseh Sogavare says the prime minister's announcement that the police will eventually be re-armed is a good sign.
Dash 8 Limits its Operations
A Solomon Airlines spokesperson has indicated that the Airlines PNG Dash8, currently on lease to Solomon Airlines, will have to limit its operations because of minor technical issues.
Overfishing of Western Pacific Bigeye Tuna Continues
Overfishing of bigeye tuna continues in the western and central Pacific tuna fishery, the world's biggest tuna fishery, according to the 2010 tuna fishery assessment report released this month by the Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC).
Solomon Islands' 'Solympics' Squad Shaping up
Nearly 50 talented young Solomon Islanders will face some anxious moments over the coming days as they attempt to force their way into the 'Solympics' national U-23 squad for the Oceania qualifying tournament for the London 2012 Olympics.
Re-arming of Police a Long Way off: Boyers
A former member of parliament, Mr Peter Boyers, says he believes it is a long way off before the police force will be re-armed.
CNMI Withdraws from Pacific Arts Festival
The Commonwealth Council for Arts and Culture has decided that it will not be sending a CNMI delegation to the 11th Festival of Pacific Arts in the Solomon Islands this July.
Solomon Islands Ratifies Anti-Corruption Convention
Solomon Islands have officially ratified the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC).
Omokirio Relishing New Role
Former Solomon Islands international Gideon Omokirio has produced many special moments on the pitch but is now focused on helping others do likewise.
Search and Rescue Calls off Operation
A week-long official search for a Wagina man in the Western Solomon Islands, who has been missing at sea for a week, has been called off.
NZ Foreign Minister Visits Solomons
New Zealand's Foreign Minister Murray McCully will be arriving today to meet with the Prime Minister, Gordon Darcy Lilo, and Cabinet members, and to visit key aid projects.
6.6 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Solomons
A strong 6.6-magnitude earthquake has struck the Santa Cruz Islands, east of the Solomons, but there was no threat of a widespread tsunami.
$2M worth of Bechedemer Destroyed
The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources has destroyed 57 bags of bechedemer valued at SBD$2 million dollars.
Prime Minster Clarifies Allegations
Prime Minister Gordon Darcy Lilo has clarified allegations leveled against him by Transparency International Solomon Islands (TSI) labeling them, "misleading and a deliberate misrepresentation."
S-League Receives Boost from Sponsor
The second half of the S-League season has received a major boost in the form of the first tranche payment from competition sponsor Our Telekom.
PM Hits Back at TSI
Prime Minister Gordon Darcy Lilo has rejected a claim by Transparency Solomon Islands (TSI) that he has been undermining accountability and transparency.
Solomon Islander Facing Rape Charges in Vanuatu
A Solomon Islander and two Fijians have been charged with acts of indecency and sexual intercourse without consent in Vanuatu.
Prime Minister Accepts Royal Visit
Prime Minister Gordon Darcy Lilo has formally accepted a request from Buckingham Palace for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to undertake a Royal visit to Solomon Islands middle of this year.
Quiet New Year's Weekend
It was a quiet New Year's weekend in Honiara with no major crimes recorded by police.