The president of the Institute of Solomon Islands Accountants (ISIA), Johnson Lobo, has described the theme of this year’s Annual Congress as a challenge to every participant and to the accounting profession as a whole. The third ISIA Annual Congress ran in Honiara from Thursday 17 to Friday 18 September...
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Pacific Island countries and territories used the 37th Session of the FAO Committee on Fisheries in Rome to call for stronger international support for regional fisheries systems, SPC said.
BY DOUGLAS VAHIA
The Solomon Islands Meteorological Service (SIMS) has issued Impact Based Warning Number 214 for strong winds, with an Orange Alert currently in force for all waters of Solomon Islands.
The warning was issued at 7:00am on Sunday, 20 September 2026, as strong southeasterly winds are expected to affect the country’s waters.
SIMS said a strong southeasterly wind flow is expected over the areas covered by the warning.
The current conditions are expected to bring moderate to rough seas and moderate swells, creating hazardous conditions for sea travelers.
The service warned that small boats are at risk of capsizing, particularly under the stronger wind and wave conditions.
Poor visibility is also expected in areas experiencing showers and thunderstorms, adding further risks for people travelling by sea.
Sea travelers are urged to take necessary safety precautions, as the strong winds could produce dangerous wave conditions hazardous to small boats.
Members of the public are also advised to remain informed and prepared and to follow updates issued by SIMS, SIBC and other media outlets.
SIMS has advised people in affected areas to take appropriate safety measures and avoid unnecessary risks at sea.
The next Impact Based Warning is scheduled to be issued morning tomorrow.
by Charley Piringi & Bilateral engagements between Solomon Islands and the U.S. in Washington and Honiara are yielding tangible community benefits, says U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Matt Murray. & Addressing an Asia Pacific Media Hub virtual briefing yesterday...
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by Georgina Maka’a It was the middle of the night when the MV ANJEANETTE was suddenly engulfed in smoke. For sailor Staivy Ramo, the first sign that something was seriously...
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by Ben McKay of AAP in Hobart The rise of independents and teals and an underage social media ban have helped boost Australia’s ranking in one of the world’s leading...
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For more than 60 years, Australian volunteers have been a vital ingredient in the partnership between Solomon Islands and Australia....
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Transparency Solomon Islands (TSI) is calling on Solomon Islanders to look beyond elections and take greater responsibility for strengthening the...
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Solomon Islands passport ranks 59th globally in September 2026, with access to 137 destinations through simplified entry. September 2026 Solomon Islands passport ranking places the country 59th globally, with a mobility score of 137 and access to 69.2% of destinations through visa-free travel, visa on arrival or other simplified-entry arrangements, and electronic travel authorisations. The [...]
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BY RODRICK DESURI
Auki
A trial on mud crab fattening at Heruiesi, Ward 21, Small Malaita, is making progress, according to the Auki Fisheries team.
The team with JICA (Japan International Cooperation Agency) initiated the project in late April this year.
Speaking to Island Sun this morning, Auki Senior Fisheries Officer Mathew Isihanua said progress has been made with crabs increasing in size as they develop.
Isihanua said the Heruiesi community has completed its first harvest and have introduced a new batch of small mud crabs for fattening.
“The mud crab fattening program commenced in early April this year, with the first harvest successfully completed.
“After a period of one month, the mud crabs seem to grow bigger and shed their first skin. Each day, the new soft body of the crabs becomes stronger and bigger than the first one. They appear to shed their skin two to three times before becoming mature,” he said.
Isihanua said the second batch of small mud crabs was collected by the community itself for the fattening activity.
He said the mud crab fattening activity will move into full implementation once the team completes monitoring to ensure the crabs are fit and healthy and that the area is suitable for the activity.
The Heruiesi mud crab fattening site was identified by the JICA team and Malaita Fisheries following consultations with the community.
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Switzerland offers support to Solomon Islands to reopen a permanent diplomatic mission in Geneva, strengthening bilateral ties. KOROR, PALAU& Switzerland has offered significant financial and logistical support to assist Solomon Islands in re-establishing a permanent diplomatic mission in Geneva, opening a potentially important new platform for the country to advance its interests within the global [...]
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By Ben McKay of AAP There are many factors that make postcard-perfect Palau a peculiar host for this year’s Pacific...
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By Ben McKay of AAP in Koror, Palau China has promised “consequences” for Taiwan’s presence at the Pacific Islands Forum...
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Honiara property revaluation moves forward through a CAUSE II workshop focused on accurate data, valuation and urban management. Preparations for the revaluation of properties across Honiara City have taken an important step forward, with the Community Access and Urban Services Enhancement Project Phase II (CAUSE II) convening a valuation workshop to establish the technical and [...]
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霍尼亚拉市的财产重新评估通过一个专注于准确数据、评估和城市管理的 CAUSE II 研讨会向前推进。霍尼亚拉市各项财产重新评估的准备工作迈出了重要一步,社区接入与城市服务提升项目第二阶段(CAUSE II)召开了一次评估研讨会,以建立技术和......
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Taiwan is returning to this year’s Pacific Islands Forum summit in Palau after it was barred from last year’s meeting...
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A plan to establish what conservationists describe as a “seascape national park” in the Marovo Lagoon of Western Province is...
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Vanuatu journalist Hilaire Bule remains stranded in Manila after removal from Palau over new entry requirements. Vanuatu Daily Post journalist Hilaire Bule remains in Manila awaiting confirmation of his onward travel after he was removed from Palau, where he had travelled to cover the 55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting. Bule was among ten Pacific [...]
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By Richard Curtain and Randall Prior Welfare support is meant to be central to the success of the& Australia Labour...
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China expands solar power support to Solomon Islands, extending clean energy access to 25 more rural constituencies. By: Steven Kamoa China is expanding its support for renewable energy in Solomon Islands through the second phase of a mini solar power programme aimed at extending clean energy access to remote communities. The initiative was highlighted during [...]
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By Agnes Menanopo
Solomon Airlines’ 32-seat Dash 8 has been in Cairns, Australia, for repairs for several months, far longer than the eight weeks originally expected.
The airline’s largest domestic aircraft was sent to Cairns for a regular scheduled check required every two years. However, its age and difficulties sourcing parts have extended the repair period.
Speaking to SIBC News, Solomon Airlines Chief Executive Officer Matthew Findlay said the aircraft is taking much longer to repair because it is an older model and parts are increasingly difficult to obtain.
“They actually don’t make that aircraft anymore. And so, getting parts for repairs to this aircraft is very difficult because they just simply don’t make them.
“We have to obtain these parts from other suppliers around the world, and getting those parts here to the Solomons, of course, takes time.
“And that’s why the extended period of why this aircraft is out of service, which is compounding our challenges with the two Twin Otters that are left in our fleet domestically,” Mr. Findlay said.
The prolonged absence of the Dash 8 is putting additional pressure on the airline’s domestic operations, which are currently relying on two 19-seat Twin Otters.
Mr Findlay also revealed that another aircraft owned by Solomon Airlines has been in California, United States, awaiting repairs.
“One aircraft that we still own is marooned in California, waiting to be repaired, and that’s something that’s been the case for the last two and a half years.
“It saddens me that that aircraft is still in California and is unable to be repaired,” the CEO said.
Mr Findlay said the airline is now exploring funding options either to repair the aircraft in California or secure additional aircraft to strengthen its domestic fleet.
“There are opportunities for us to secure funding to either get that repaired or secure other aircraft to supplement our fleet, and that is the process that we’re starting now.
“It takes time to secure this aircraft,” Mr Findlay said.
He said Solomon Airlines wants the Dash 8 back in service as soon as possible, but maintaining its ageing aircraft remains a challenge because of difficulties sourcing parts and skilled labour.
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