BY JOHN HOUANIHAU
The Point Cruz Yacht Club (PCYC) has donated a total of SBD$65,000 to two care centres and victims of Tropical Cyclone Maila, following its annual fishing competition last week.
Tenaru Care Centre and Auki Care Centre each received SBD$20,000, while SBD$25,000 was handed over to support cyclone‐affected communities in Western Province.
The handover ceremony was held at the Point Cruz Yacht Club on Wednesday.
PCYC Vice Commodore (Power), Brian Taupiri, said the donations were raised directly from last years and this year’s fishing competitions.
“There are three charity donations for this year. The first goes to Tenaru Care Centre with $20,000, the second to Auki Care Centre with $20,000, and the third to victims of Tropical Cyclone Maila with $25,000,” he said.
Taupiri thanked PCYC members for their commitment and encouraged wider participation in the next fishing competition scheduled for November.
Western Province MPA Eddie Ngava receives the support from PCYC. Photo credit: John Houanihau.
He also acknowledged sponsors including Solomon Telekom, South Pacific Oil Limited (SPOL), SolBrew, Tongs, Solomon Islands Ports Authority (SIPA), Y‐Sato, South Pacific Design, Fleet Solomons, Tourism Solomons, Teejay Holdings, NFD, ADS, Supreme, Island Equipment, and others.
Florence Taro of the Christian Care Centre, described the centre as a safe house created by the church to protect women, children, and young girls facing gender‐based violence.
“On behalf of the Christian Care Centre I would like to say thank you so much to the PCYC members for your support towards women and children. One dollar of this money provides clothing, soap, or even a pillow for those who have never had access to such basic items,” she said.
Western Province MPA Eddie Ngava, expressed gratitude.
“On behalf of the people of Western Province, this gesture may seem small in your eyes, but for us it is big. I thank every one of you for this valuable support towards our struggle after Cyclone Maila,” he said.
[Photo: A rep from the Christian Care Centre receives the support from PCYC Western Province MPA Eddie Ngava receives the support from PCYC. Photo credit: John Houanihau.]
作者:约翰·霍阿尼哈乌
在上周举行的年度钓鱼比赛后,Point Cruz Yacht Club(PCYC)向两个护理中心和热带气旋 Maila 的受害者捐赠了总计 65,000 斐济元。
Tenaru 护理中心和 Auki 护理中心各获得 20,000 斐济元,而 25,000 斐济元则用于支持西部省受气旋影响的社区。
交接仪式于周三在 Point Cruz Yacht Club 举行。
PCYC 副指挥官(动力)布莱恩·陶皮里表示,这些捐款直接来自于去年的和今年的钓鱼比赛。
“今年有三笔慈善捐款。第一笔是给 Tenaru 护理中心的 20,000 元,第二笔是给 Auki 护理中心的 20,000 元,第三笔是给热带气旋 Maila 受害者的 25,000 元,”他说。
陶皮里感谢 PCYC 成员的支持,并鼓励大家积极参与定于 11 月举行的下一次钓鱼比赛。
西部省议员埃迪·恩伽瓦接受了 PCYC 的支持。照片来源:约翰·霍阿尼哈乌。
他还感谢了包括所罗门电信、南太平洋石油有限公司(SPOL)、SolBrew、Tongs、所罗门群岛港务局(SIPA)、Y-Sato、南太平洋设计、Fleet Solomons、所罗门旅游局、Teejay Holdings、NFD、ADS、Supreme、Island Equipment 等在内的赞助商。
基督教护理中心的弗洛伦斯·塔罗将该中心描述为一个由教会创建的安全屋,旨在保护面临性别暴力的女性、儿童和年轻女孩。
“我代表基督教护理中心,衷心感谢 PCYC 成员对女性和儿童的支持。这笔钱中的每一美元都能为那些从未接触过这些基本物品的人提供衣物、肥皂,甚至一个枕头,”她说。
西部省议员埃迪·恩伽瓦表达了感激之情。
“我代表西部省人民,您眼中的这个举动可能显得微不足道,但对我们来说意义重大。感谢每一位为我们在热带气旋 Maila 后的奋斗提供宝贵支持的人,”他说。
[照片:基督教护理中心的代表接受 PCYC 的支持。西部省议员埃迪·恩伽瓦接受 PCYC 的支持。照片来源:约翰·霍阿尼哈乌。]
Island SunDisasters & Weather灾害与天气·2026-09-27Original ↗原文 ↗
BY JOSES SAREN
Children will take part in the National Youth and Children’s Parliament for the first time when the National Parliament of Solomon Islands (NPSI) hosts the four-day programme from September 28 to October 1.
The programme will bring together 23 children and 27 youths representing all 50 constituencies.
Parliaments’s Chief Civic Officer of Civic Education Young Virivolomo said the inclusion of children makes this year’s programme different from previous national youth parliaments.
The initiative was first held in 2009 and was followed by programmes in 2012, 2014 and 2018 before an eight-year break.
Virivolomo said the children, aged 12 to 15 and generally from Forms 1 to 3, will participate alongside youths aged 18 to 35.
He said the programme will give children and young people an opportunity to learn about democracy and parliamentary processes while contributing to discussions on issues affecting their communities.
This year’s programme carries the theme, “Our Voice, Our Future: Decentralization of Inclusive, Accessible Social Service for All.”
Virivolomo said the theme will allow participants to explore how social services can better respond to community needs at the local and provincial levels.
Discussions will focus on education, medical services, water, sanitation and hygiene.
The programme is supported by the Solomon Islands Government, NPSI, UNICEF and the European Union.
Expected outcomes include increasing children’s and youths’ understanding of issues affecting the country, improving their knowledge of parliamentary processes, and generating resolutions that could inform provincial planning and budgeting.
The programme also aims to strengthen child and youth participation in local governance and collaboration between young people, provincial authorities and the national government.
All 23 child participants are from Honiara, while the 27 youths were selected from youth councils and communities across the provinces, including rural areas.
Virivolomo said children from the provinces were not included this year.
He said NPSI could consider bringing children from the provinces if the programme is held again next year.
The programme will also include a participant living with a disability as part of efforts to promote inclusion.
The four-day programme will end on October 1 with a live debate involving the young participants.
The debate will be streamed on the National Parliament’s Facebook page and YouTube channel.
[Photo: Chief Officer of Civic Education Young Virivolomo (left) speaks with Acting Manager of the Communications and Media unit at the NPSI, Duane Baiabe (right). Photo NPSI .]
Prime Minister Matthew Wale has highlighted his Government’s flagship free education policy as one of its key transformative agendas during his address to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York.
Speaking at the UN overnight, Mr Wale said the Government was committed to ensuring that every child in Solomon Islands had access to education, regardless of their family’s financial circumstances.
“We are providing universal free education, so that no child is turned away from school because their family cannot afford the fees,” Mr Wale said.
He said the free education policy was part of a broader reform agenda aimed at improving the lives of Solomon Islanders and transforming the country’s development.
Mr Wale said the Government was also strengthening the national health system, with a renewed focus on addressing non-communicable diseases, eradicating malaria and building a new national referral hospital.
“We are prioritizing energy and other transformative infrastructure, expanding roads, ports, airports and telecommunications to connect our scattered islands into one national economy,” he said.
He said the Government was also reforming public finance systems to ensure public funds delivered tangible benefits to citizens.
“We are reforming our public finance systems so that every dollar delivers for our people. And we are pursuing constitutional amendments to strengthen our democracy,” Mr Wale said.
“This is the agenda by which our people will judge my government.”
Mr Wale said the Government understood that its performance would ultimately be measured by results on the ground rather than declarations made at international forums.
“For my people, what is said in this hall is measured not in declarations but in results: classrooms with teachers and books, clinics with medicines, roads that reach markets, and villages that thrive,” he said.
“That is the lens through which Solomon Islands engages with the world.
Solomon Islands recognizes the need for an inclusive and transparent international governance framework on artificial intelligence (AI), Prime Minister Matthew Wale has told the United Nations General Assembly.
Wale said AI and emerging technologies present both unprecedented opportunities and serious risks, with the potential to accelerate sustainable development, transform education and healthcare, strengthen disaster preparedness and open new economic pathways for developing countries.
However, he warned that a widening digital divide could leave developing countries further behind.
“For my government, digital transformation is not about technology for its own sake; it is about connecting our scattered islands and opening the modern economy to every Solomon Islander,” Wale said.
He highlighted the completion of 161 telecommunications towers across Solomon Islands, which will increase national broadband coverage from 56 to 86 per cent and expand access to information, education and digital financial services.
Wale stressed that the benefits of AI must be shared broadly rather than concentrated among a few, while its risks—including its use for non-peaceful purposes—must be governed collectively.
“Solomon Islands therefore recognizes the need for an inclusive and transparent international governance framework on AI,” he said.
Professor Selina Tusitala Marsh, the first Commonwealth Poet Laureate, made her first visit to Tuvalu in August, running creative writing workshops in Funafuti after weather postponed the country's first Cultural Festival.
Fourteen representatives from Solomon Islands traffic and transport management agencies have travelled to Fiji to learn first-hand how to create safer vehicle management systems, effective enforcement arrangements and well-maintained roads.
Minister for Women, Youth, Children and Family Affairs Hon. John Maneniaru has advocated for stronger cooperation with UN Women.
The Minister has urged the need to advance the protection, empowerment and participation of women and girls in Solomon Islands.
Minister Maneniaru made the remarks during a meeting with UN Women Deputy Executive Director Ms. Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda on the margins of the 81 st United Nations General Assembly in New York.
The Minister acknowledged UN Women as a longstanding partner of the Ministry.
He acknowledged UN Women for providing technical and financial support across key areas including ending violence against women and girls, women’s economic empowerment, leadership, Women, Peace and Security and climate and disaster resilience.
A key priority is the country’s first National Prevention Strategy to End Violence Against Women and Girls 2026–2038.
The strategy is undergoing final validation and is expected to be submitted to Cabinet in October ahead of its planned launch during the 16 Days of Activism in November.
Ms. Nyaradzayi briefed the minister on the Golkipa initiative which uses sport, faith leadership and community dialogue to promote positive social norms.
The meeting further highlighted the Markets for Change programme, which supports women market vendors and market governance in seven Solomon Islands markets.
This initiative will increase women’s participation and leadership in local decision-making.
The Minister also highlighted the Women, Peace and Security National Action Plan 2026–2030, which is at the post-validation stage.
He welcomed UN Women’s support for its development and implementation.
Discussions also explored expanding cooperation on gender-responsive disaster preparedness and resilience.
This includes strengthening existing mechanisms and capacity to better address the needs of women, children, youth, older persons and people with disabilities during emergencies.
Potential areas of future cooperation including support for a proposed nationwide sanitation programme were also discussed.
Minister Maneniaru thanked UN Women for its longstanding partnership and expressed his commitment to deepening cooperation to strengthen opportunities, protection and leadership for women and girls across Solomon Islands.
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Tuvalu and Ireland set out their vision for the Second Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels, to be co-hosted in Tuvalu in 2027, at a side event of the UN General Assembly in New York on 25 September.
by Charley Piringi in Cairns, Australia A senior Papua New Guinea leader warned PNG and the Solomon Islands that failing to reform colonial resource laws risks losing people’s resources to foreign “criminal cartels.“ Speaking exclusively to In-depth Solomons at the third Asia Pacific Forest Crime Network meeting in Cairns, outspoken Oro...
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The U.S. Embassy said a classroom provided by the U.S. Marine Corps Forces Pacific's Humanitarian Mine Action programme has been handed to the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force at Hell's Point for demining and EOD training.
By Becky Bui
More than 200 students graduated from the University of the South Pacific (USP) today in Honiara.
Among them was 25-year-old Hazel Ialifu, for whom the graduation ceremony was both a joyful and emotional occasion as she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Work and Sociology.
For Hazel, the achievement marks a milestone that carries a much deeper meaning, as it represents the hopes and sacrifices of two people who were not there to witness her success — her late parents.
Hailing from Tina Village in Central Guadalcanal and Malaita Province, Hazel’s educational journey began at Bishop Epalle Catholic School, where she completed her primary education from Year One to Year Six.
She later attended Florence Young Christian School before continuing her secondary education at St. John’s School and St. Nicholas College.
For Hazel, the journey was never just about earning qualifications.
Education has opened a door that no one in her family had walked through before, which was becoming the first to earn a university degree.
“For me, this is a very emotional moment because my parents are not here to witness this big achievement. But I am very excited, and I dedicate this to them,” she said.
“This means a lot to me because I am breaking barriers by becoming the first in my family to graduate with a degree. I am thankful and truly blessed.”
Reflecting on her university journey, Hazel shared that her father passed away during her first year at university.
She said losing him was especially difficult because he had been her main source of financial support.
“It was hard, but I chose not to give up and continued with my studies. I want to thank my sisters, Ellen and Lydia, as well as my friends and family, for always having my back.”
From her own experiences, Hazel said she has witnessed violence and child abuse, which inspired her to study social work and sociology so she could help women, children, and communities.
“One thing that keeps motivating me is knowing that my choices are in my own hands. Education is the key to success, and if I continue pursuing it, I believe I will achieve my goals.”
Despite the challenges and hardships she faced, Hazel hopes her story will inspire other young people to never give up, even when life becomes difficult.
“There will be times when we want to give up, but always remember that a brighter future lies ahead.
Keep your head up, look forward to better days, and always pray about your journey. As Philippians 4:13 says, ‘I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.'”
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BY RICHARD MENANOPO
The first week of the Canoe Lager Honiara City Darts League 2026 has produced its first set of leaders, with teams across three divisions now preparing for another busy round of competition.
The Honiara City Darts Association (HCDA) released the confirmed Week One standings following four days of competition across Honiara, with Cool Hands, ATL Bullets and MEHRD Haus 1 leading their respective divisions.
In the Premier Division, Cool Hands sit top after winning both of their opening matches to collect six points and a +10 leg difference. Canoe Cruisers 1 are also on six points after two wins, but sit second with a +4 leg difference.
Close-up detail photo of the Official Canoe Lager HCDA dartboard. Photo credit: HCDA
ATL Arrows, 7G To’os, FQ Blazers and PCYC Sailors 1 each have three points after their opening fixtures, while Southern Arrows 1 also have three points from two matches.
In Division 1, ATL Bullets lead the standings with three points and a +9 leg difference following their opening victory. MEHRD Haus 2 are second on three points with a +5 difference, followed by Red Beach Raiders 2 and Kitchen Arrows.
The Corporate Division is headed by MEHRD Haus 1, who completed a perfect opening week with two wins and six points.
Their latest success came in the final confirmed fixture of the opening week, when they defeated IE Flights 9–2 to move clear at the top with a +12 leg difference.
HCDA said 24 fixtures were completed during Week One, while one additional fixture remains subject to disciplinary review by the association’s executive and league administrators.
The association said the first week produced “competitive matches, closely fought finishes and impressive performances” across all three divisions.
Attention now turns to Week Two, which begins on Monday, September 28, with matches continuing through Wednesday and concluding with a Corporate Division fixture between Brew Masters 1 and IE Flights on Friday, October 2.
All Week Two matches are scheduled to start at 6pm, with fixtures spread across venues including ATL Harbor View Lounge, Chiefs Haus, Happy Pub, Pacific Crown Hotel, Point Cruz Yacht Club, Pagoda, Honiara Golf Club and Aero Club.
With the first standings now established, teams will have another opportunity next week to build momentum and strengthen their positions in the race for divisional honours.
[Photo: Canoe Lager Honiara City Dart League 2026 gets underway as players actively throwing darts during the opening of the competition last week. Photo credit: HCDA]
BY BEN BILUA
Gizo
GHATERE community in Kolombangara, Western Province, is now enjoying improved access to water following the completion and handover of a new water supply project.
The project was supported by the Australian Government through the Solomon Islands–Australia Community Partnerships.
Second Secretary of Infrastructure at the Australian High Commission, Thomas Hayes, officially handed over the water supply during his visit to Kolombangara last week.
Hayes said Australia had supported communities whose Community Partnerships projects were damaged by the cyclone.
“We announced that affected communities could apply for additional funding to repair damage and ensure that the benefits of the original projects were maintained,” Hayes said.
He said the second round of the Community Partnerships programme is currently being assessed.
“We are actively looking at funding for projects that were affected by the cyclone. We look forward to announcing the results soon,” Hayes said.
Hayes said the completion of the Ghatere water supply demonstrated the importance of strong leadership and coordination within the community.
He said the completed project showed that the Ghatere community had worked together to turn the project into reality.
Hayes also acknowledged the contributions of community, national and provincial leaders towards the successful completion of the project.
“Now that you have this important water supply project, it is important that it is properly maintained so that the benefits of reliable access to water can continue to serve the community for many years to come,” Hayes said.
The new water supply is expected to provide the Ghatere community with more reliable access to water and improve the community’s resilience following the impacts of the cyclone.
[Photo: Thomas Hayes and Gizo/Kolombangara MP Jimson Tanangada try out the newly installed water supply system.Photo supplied.]
BY BEN BILUA
Gizo
TWO communities on Kolombangara have been provided with solar lighting through the Solomon Islands–Australia Community Partnerships Program.
The solar lights were officially handed over to the Kuzi and Iriri communities on Monday this week by Australian High Commission Second Secretary Infrastructure, Thomas Hayes.
Speaking during the handover, Hayes said Australia recognises that the best solutions are achieved when local communities are empowered to take charge of their own future.
He said the Community Partnerships Program is locally led, with communities identifying their needs, setting priorities and driving solutions that respond to their circumstances.
“This project is an example of the strong partnership between Solomon Islands and Australia,” Hayes said.
He said the partnership was also reflected in the Australian Government’s support for communities across Solomon Islands.
“Whenever you see the red kangaroo symbol, you can know that Australia is proud to work together with communities throughout Solomon Islands,” he said.
Hayes congratulated everyone involved in bringing the project to completion and acknowledged the contribution of community leaders, women and young people.
He said the project demonstrated how partnerships between communities and development partners could make a meaningful difference in people’s everyday lives.
“This project here is an example of how these partnerships can make a significant difference in the everyday lives of people,” Hayes said.
He added that the occasion reflected not only the power of collaboration, but also Australia’s shared vision for a brighter future for Solomon Islands.
Hayes said the solar lighting is expected to improve access to lighting for residents of Kuzi and Iriri, while supporting community activities and improving visibility after dark.
He said the successful completion of the project demonstrated the value of communities taking ownership of development priorities and working together with partners to deliver practical solutions.
[Photo: Solar light at Iriri Community. Photo supplied.]
Chess Team Solomon strikes again with 3–1 win over British Virgin Islands
BY RICHARD MENANOPO
TEAM Solomon has secured its second team victory at the 2026 FIDE Chess Olympiad, defeating the British Virgin Islands 3–1 in Round Eight in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
The Solomon Islands Chess Federation (SICF) confirmed the result today, with Solomon Islands taking three of the four boards to register another important win in the international tournament.
Fred Resture led the charge on Board One, defeating Maurice Lettsome while Junior Lui also came through with a win over Raheem Hodge on Board Three.
Making his first appearance in the playing lineup, Abel Puia completed the winning margin on Board Four after defeating Dimitri Fungfook.
Abel Puia speaks after marking his Olympiad debut with a victory on Board Four over Dimitri Fungfook, sealing Team Solomon’s second team win of the tournament. Photo Credit: Screenshot – SICF.
Chris Kaitu’u was the only Solomon Islands player to miss out, going down to Shamoy Joseph on Board Two.
The 3–1 result marks Solomon Islands’ second team victory of the Olympiad, following its earlier 21⁄2–11⁄2 win over Saint Kitts and Nevis.
SICF said Puia’s appearance came after his delayed arrival caused by visa arrangements, but the newcomer made an immediate contribution by securing a full point on his debut.
Another important part of the team’s Round Eight effort came off the board, with Melanie Chottu taking on the role of Team Captain.
According to SICF, Chottu was responsible for assisting the team with game-related matters and other complications where required, while supporting the players throughout the round.
Her role added to the team effort as Solomon Islands looked to build on its growing international experience at the Olympiad.
The federation also acknowledged the support coming from home, saying the team had read the comments and encouragement from supporters and dedicated the victory to them.
The result provides a positive boost for Team Solomon as the Olympiad continues, with the Solomon Islands side now turning its attention to the remaining rounds of competition.
The 46th FIDE Chess Olympiad is being staged in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, from September 16 to 27, bringing together national teams from around the world. Round Eight was played on September 24, with Round Nine scheduled for September 25.
[Photo: OLYMPIAD ARENA: Players compete inside the playing hall during Round Eight of the 46th FIDE Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Photo credit: SICF video footage.]
Foreign Minister Rick Houenipwela is urging g7+ members to strengthen cooperation and mechanisms to help address conflict, build resilience and increase their influence in global decision-making. Speaking on the theme “Charting Concrete Mechanisms for Stability, Self-Reliance, and Resilience,” at the g7+ High-Level Summit at the United Nations Headquarters in New...
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Speaking at the USP Solomon Islands Graduation Ceremony at Friendship Hall on 25 September, Pro-Chancellor Siosiua Utoikamanu said graduates carry the next chapter of Pacific regionalism.
MASI, SIWIM hail regional media leadership role for Solomon Islands journalist
BY NED GAGAHE
SENIOR Solomon Islands journalist Elizabeth Osifelo has been elected Vice-President of the Pacific Islands News Association (PINA).
Osifelo was elected on the final day of the 8th Pacific Media Summit in Savusavu, Fiji, today.
Her election places a Solomon Islands journalist in a key leadership position within the regional media organisation.
The Media Association of Solomon Islands (MASI) has congratulated Osifelo on her election, describing it as a significant achievement for Solomon Islands journalism.
MASI President Ofani Eremae said the appointment reflected the growing contribution of Solomon Islands journalists to regional media leadership.
“I am proud to see senior members of MASI taking up leadership positions in regional media organisations such as PINA,” Eremae said.
He said Osifelo’s experience as a journalist and newsroom leader would enable her to contribute to discussions on the future of journalism across the Pacific.
Eremae, a former PINA board member, said the election also demonstrated that Solomon Islands journalists could take up important leadership roles beyond the country.
Newly elected PINA leadership representatives from across the Pacific following the 8th Pacific Media Summit in Savusavu, Fiji. The new leadership includes representatives from Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Tonga and Samoa. Photo credit: Photo credit: Media Association of Tonga.
He said Osifelo’s appointment should encourage young journalists, particularly women, to pursue leadership positions within the media industry.
“Elizabeth’s election sends an important message to our young female journalists,” he said.
“It shows that with professionalism, commitment and leadership, Solomon Islands journalists can reach the highest levels of regional media organisations.”
Eremae said Pacific newsrooms continued to face common challenges, including misinformation and disinformation, digital disruption, media sustainability, declining advertising revenue, technological change and reaching remote communities.
He said strong regional leadership was needed to help Pacific media respond to these challenges while maintaining independent and professional journalism.
“I believe Elizabeth will bring valuable experience from Solomon Islands to that regional conversation,” Eremae said.
Solomon Islands Women in News Media (SIWIM) also congratulated Osifelo, saying her election was an important milestone for both the journalist and the country’s media community.
SIWIM said having women in senior regional media leadership positions was important in promoting diverse voices and strengthening the Pacific’s media sector.
The organisation said Osifelo’s commitment to journalism, ethical reporting and supporting colleagues across the Pacific would be valuable in her new role.
The 8th Pacific Media Summit was held from September 21 to 25 under the theme, “Reaching the Remote: Media and Digital Innovation for a Connected Blue Pacific.”
The summit brought together media leaders, journalists and other stakeholders to discuss issues including press freedom, media sustainability, artificial intelligence, digital innovation and reaching underserved communities.
MASI said it looked forward to supporting Osifelo during her term and wished her success in her new regional role.
The new PINA leadership includes President Neville Choi of Papua New Guinea, Print Media Representative Frank Genaia of Papua New Guinea, Television Representative Charles Sumbe of Vanuatu, Radio Representative Viola Ulakai of Tonga, Online/Digital Media Representative Rose Amos of Papua New Guinea and National Media Association Representative Autagavaia Tipi Autagavaia of Samoa.
[Photo: Newly elected PINA President Neville Choi of Papua New Guinea shakes hands with newly elected Vice-President Elizabeth Osifelo of Solomon Islands following their election at the 8th Pacific Media Summit in Savusavu, Fiji. Photo credit: PACNEWS]
Coaches and officials in Solomon Islands have completed first aid and sports trainer training delivered by St John Ambulance Solomon Islands and an Australian Defence Force accredited trainer, the Australian High Commission said.
The University of the South Pacific conferred certificates, diplomas, bachelor's and master's degrees on 215 students at a ceremony at Friendship Hall in Honiara on 25 September.
Average life expectancy in Pacific Island countries has risen to 68.8 years from 52.7 in 1960, and Solomon Islands has moved from below the regional average to above it, Albert Prabhakar Gudapati and Stephen Howes wrote.
Fourteen representatives from Solomon Islands traffic and transport agencies completed an Australian-supported study tour of Fijian agencies responsible for vehicle licensing, traffic enforcement, road safety and road infrastructure.
Minister Wayne Ghemu calls for stronger global action, finance and support to address sea-level rise and protect Pacific communities. Minister for Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and Meteorology& Wayne Ghemu has called for stronger international action to address the growing threats posed by sea-level rise. Speaking at the High-Level Meeting on Addressing the Existential Threats [...]
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