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HUKI EYES PROGRESS

Club targets improvement after debut league campaign as Off-Season Championship challenge begins BY RICHARD MENANOPO Huki Futsal Club is looking to build on an encouraging debut Kaliki Futsal League campaign as it turns its attention to the Bulkshop Off-Season Championship, with both teams aiming to improve on their performances. Huki 1 FC finished fifth and Huki 2 FC ninth among 21 teams in the Kaliki Futsal League, giving the young club an encouraging foundation as it continues to develop its players and strengthen its competitiveness. Team manager Rodrick Jeriel Pisaa said the campaign had provided valuable lessons for both teams, particularly in teamwork, discipline, commitment and consistency. “Despite the challenges, our players remained committed, and this experience has motivated us to aim higher,” Pisaa said. He said the club intends to improve its players’ fitness, technical skills, tactics and teamwork through more consistent training. Pisaa added that management will also work on improving planning and organisation to ensure the club is better prepared for future competitions. “Our target is to compete with confidence, gain valuable experience, and achieve better results,” he said of the club’s ambitions for the Off-Season Championship. Huki’s next challenge is scheduled for today, where it is to face Boomgate FC at 2:30pm at Friendship Hall, Court One. The fixture provides an early opportunity for the club to put the lessons from its Kaliki Futsal League campaign into practice as it seeks further progress in competition. Huki has also received financial assistance from Small Malaita Constituency MP Rick Hou, represented by Sharon Sika, with the SBD 2,500 contribution covering the club’s full registration fee for the championship, according to Pisaa. The club has additionally acknowledged support from other individuals as it continues to prepare for its competitions. Established in 2025, Huki Futsal Club was formed to encourage young people from Makira living in Honiara to participate in sport. The club reports having more than 70 members. Beyond its league positions, Huki says it wants to develop players, strengthen partnerships and create positive opportunities for young people through futsal. Its immediate focus is to build on its first league experience and continue improving as it takes on the next challenge in the Off-Season Championship. Photo credit: Huki Futsal Club file For feedback, contact: mnorichard4@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com

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NATIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL GRATEFUL FOR DONATION OF 24 WHEEL CHAIRS FROM SOLOMON ISLANDS RSEs ASSOCIATION

NATIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL GRATEFUL FOR DONATION OF 24 WHEEL CHAIRS FROM SOLOMON ISLANDS RSEs ASSOCIATION & The National Referral Hospital (NRH) has expressed its sincere gratitude [...]

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Acting premier warns of El Niño crisis in Rennell and Bellona

BY JOHN HOUANIHAU Acting Premier of Rennell and Bellona province Collin Tesuatai is warning everyone about the current El Niño dry season. Speaking to Island Sun today, Mr Tesuatai said the national government must help rural areas immediately. “While towns are doing okay, rural villages are facing “double trouble” because their crops are dying and their water is running out,” he said. He said this El Niño weather is very tricky. “Even if it rains at night, the next day is very hot and dry. In the villages, it is much hotter and crops are not growing. It is a big problem for gardens. Even if you plant food, the plants die because of the hot, dry weather. Sometimes when it rains, the ground is so hot that the water does nothing. It is like pouring water on a fire,” Tesuatai said. He added that while people in towns can still buy food and water, people in rural villages rely entirely on their own gardens to survive. He said water is becoming a major problem in Rennell and Bellona as people depend on rain water tanks. “If it does not rain for one month, they run out of water. Water tanks run dry in a month. When one house runs out of water, big families have to share from their neighbours. This uses up the water very fast. Even the local wells are very low and could dry up anytime,” he warned. Tesuatai said the proposed plan from the provincial government with the province’s Ministry of Education is to close schools if the water runs out completely. The Acting Premier strongly calls on the national government through the responsible Ministry to send officers to check on the villages. “The province does not have the budget to buy supplies for the people. The ministry needs to send officers to rural areas to see what is happening. We should not have to ask them. The ministry is supposed to lead this work,” Tesuatai said. He also calls on rural people to change their mindset and prepare for bad weather, just like people in other countries do. “We take things too lightly, but Europeans take it seriously and prepare. We must take this seriously,” he said. For feedback, contact: jhouanihau24@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com

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FIRST BABY BORN AFTER THE OFFICIAL OPENING OF THE NEW NAHA BIRTHING CENTRE

FIRST BABY BORN AFTER THE OFFICIAL OPENING OF THE NEW NAHA BIRTHING CENTRE & A Naha family has welcomed the first baby born at the new [...]

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SPC launches Pacific coconut cookbook on World Food Day

SPC launches a Pacific coconut cookbook on World Food Day, highlighting traditional recipes, healthy eating and food security in Solomon Islands. The post SPC launches Pacific coconut cookbook on World Food Day appeared first on Tavuli News (Solomon Islands) .

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Careless attitudes continue despite awareness campaigns

BY RODRICK DESURI AUKI Careless attitudes and the continued disregard for new developments in Auki, Malaita Province, remain a concern among members of the public, despite awareness campaigns that aim to keep the town clean. As the province prepares for its Second Appointed Day celebrations next month, a clean-up campaign was launched on Monday this week. Community awareness activities have also been carried out by health officials and provincial security personnel to encourage residents to maintain cleanliness throughout the town. However, Frank Samo, Malaita Provincial Youth Coordinator has expressed frustration after reportedly seeing people spitting betel-nut residue onto newly tar-sealed roads in Auki this morning. He said the problem is particularly noticeable at bus stops and other public areas where people gather while waiting for transport. “Some people continue to have bad attitudes and behaviours. They spit betel-nut residue all over the town. “But this morning was disgusting when I saw some just spitting freely without any concern,” he said. The coordinator urges the people of Malaita Province to take responsibility in maintaining cleanliness and protecting new developments in Auki and other urban centres across the province. “Please, my good people, we must try to be responsible for our town and dispose of our rubbish properly to keep our town clean. “We might think that we are smart in other things, but at least we should take care and be responsible in some ways to make our town clean,” he said. Similar concerns have been raised by other members of the public who want to see Auki remain clean, attractive and welcoming, particularly as the province prepares for its upcoming Second Appointed Day celebrations. Residents are being encouraged to work together to maintain the town’s cleanliness and respect the developments intended to improve Auki for everyone. Photo credit: Frank Samo For feedback, contact: rodrickdesuri50@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com

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