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01/11/2025

The 2025 S-LEAGUE KING HAS BEEN CONFIRMED.

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01/11/2025

LAVUKAL CHIEFS DAY

Chiefs across Russell Islands in Central Island Province are gearing up for Lavukal Chiefs Day, which will be happening on Sunday at Marulaon in West Russell.

As part of the preparation the chiefs had a briefing on Saturday ahead of the event.

The briefing was also attended by Member of Parliament for Russell/Savo Oliver Salopuka.

A delegation from Honiara travelled to Marulaon to witness the program.

By Andriannah Kole
In Marulaon, Russell

31/10/2025

Solomon Islands National Provident Fund (SINPF) has made a financial donation to the Cancer Trust Fund to help with the fight against cancer in Solomon Islands.

ꜱᴇᴇ ᴄᴏᴍᴍᴇɴᴛꜱ ꜱᴇᴄᴛɪᴏɴ ꜰᴏʀ ʟɪɴᴋ;

31/10/2025

A new fisheries hub is currently being constructed in East Choiseul Constituency.

𝚂𝙴𝙴 𝙲𝙾𝙼𝙼𝙴𝙽𝚃𝚂 𝚂𝙴𝙲𝚃𝙸𝙾𝙽𝚂 𝙵𝙾𝚁 𝙻𝙸𝙽𝙺:

31/10/2025

Western Province continues to make stride in its efforts to improve sanitation and address public health challenges in the rural communities.

𝓢𝓮𝓮 𝓒𝓸𝓶𝓶𝓮𝓷𝓽𝓼 𝓢𝓮𝓬𝓽𝓲𝓸𝓷 𝓯𝓸𝓻 𝓛𝓲𝓷𝓴;

31/10/2025

Honiara City Council (HCC) Health Authority has given approval for two bottled water producing companies in Honiara to resume operations after they were ordered to suspend operations.

𝓢𝓮𝓮 𝓒𝓸𝓶𝓶𝓮𝓷𝓽𝓼 𝓢𝓮𝓬𝓽𝓲𝓸𝓷 𝓯𝓸𝓻 𝓛𝓲𝓷𝓴;

31/10/2025

FRIENDS OF NO. 9 SUPPORTS THE COUNTRY'S MAIN HOSPITAL WITH ITEMS.

𝓢𝓮𝓮 𝓒𝓸𝓶𝓶𝓮𝓷𝓽𝓼 𝓢𝓮𝓬𝓽𝓲𝓸𝓷 𝓯𝓸𝓻 𝓛𝓲𝓷𝓴;

31/10/2025

A local surgeon Dr Augustine Melly successfully performed the first holmium laser lithotripsy for bladder stones at the NRH's Comprehensive Medical Centre.

𝓢𝓮𝓮 𝓒𝓸𝓶𝓶𝓮𝓷𝓽𝓼 𝓢𝓮𝓬𝓽𝓲𝓸𝓷 𝓯𝓸𝓻 𝓛𝓲𝓷𝓴;

31/10/2025

In 2024 the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit safely disposed off 6,121 unexploded ordnances (UXOs).

𝓢𝓮𝓮 𝓒𝓸𝓶𝓶𝓮𝓷𝓽𝓼 𝓢𝓮𝓬𝓽𝓲𝓸𝓷 𝓯𝓸𝓻 𝓛𝓲𝓷𝓴;

30/10/2025

𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐆𝐎𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐍 𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐕𝐎𝐑

Four years after surviving a World War II bomb explosion at Lengakiki, Central Honiara, one of the victims is still waiting for government assistance or compensation.

Maeverlyn Kabolo Pitanoe, one of two survivors of the tragic blast on May 9, 2021, said she continues to endure physical pain, emotional trauma, and financial hardship.

The explosion occurred during a family barbecue to celebrate Mother’s Day, killing two young men —Late Charles Noda and Raziv Hilly.

Mrs. Pitanoe, who holds a Master’s degree in Education and founded Bomb Free Solomon Islands, shared her experience with the Solomon Star during the National UXO Coordination Meeting at the Mendana Hotel in Honiara this week.

She said that apart from medical care provided by hospital staff, she has received no formal support from the government.

“My family here and abroad, as well as the community and church organisations, have been my only source of help.

“They supported my medical expenses and living costs despite the injuries and pain,” she said.

“I really salute the hospital staff. Despite limited resources, their skills and dedication — with God’s help — saved my life.”

Mrs. Pitanoe also expressed gratitude to the Adventist youths who donated blood during her hospitalization.

However, she lamented the lack of official assistance.

“That’s why I say we have been forgotten. It’s been four years now, and nothing has been done by the government to assist us,” she said.

She added that the recent establishment of the National UXO Office within the Ministry of Police, National Security and Correctional Services offers some hope for survivors.

“Now that there is an office in place, I plan to work with them to amplify the voices of bomb explosion survivors across the country,” she said.

“My only regret and disappointment is — where was the government when the incident happened? Why didn’t they step in? This was not a small matter; the whole country knew about it.”

Speaking at the opening of the National UXO Consultation Workshop, Minister of Police, National Security and Correctional Services Jimson Tanangada said the government has taken important steps to address the UXO (Unexploded Ordnance) problem.

He said the National UXO Policy, recently approved by Cabinet, provides a framework for a “whole-of-government” approach — ensuring coordination among ministries, agencies, and partners to tackle the UXO threat systematically.

To implement this, the ministry is establishing a dedicated UXO Division within its headquarters to strengthen coordination, oversight, and policy direction on UXO management.

“We are also developing a legislative policy that will pave the way for UXO-specific legislation,” Mr. Tanangada said.

“This will establish legal and safety standards for UXO management, clearance, and commercial operations — ensuring accountability and protecting the safety of our people and environment.”

Dr. Raluca Eddon, Deputy Resident Representative of UNDP Solomon Islands, said the establishment of the dedicated UXO Coordinator Office under UNDP support marks a crucial milestone.

“Together, we are developing national legislation, policy frameworks, and coordination mechanisms to ensure mine action is guided by law, grounded in national ownership, and implemented with the highest safety and environmental standards,” Dr. Eddon said.

She noted that the absence of UXO-specific legislation poses serious risks, including unclear responsibilities, limited accountability, and insufficient victim assistance and data management.

“By closing these gaps, we can create a safer and more resilient Solomon Islands,” she said.

ʙʏ ᴇᴅᴅɪᴇ ᴏꜱɪꜰᴇʟᴏ
ꜱᴏʟᴏᴍᴏɴ ꜱᴛᴀʀ, ʜᴏɴɪᴀʀᴀ

30/10/2025

Anofiu Community in East Malaita has taken delivery of a new 400-meter footpath and Jacob’s Ladder.

𝘚𝘦𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬;

30/10/2025

Michael Keni, 21, was named as the 2025 Form 7 Arts Dux student of Goldie College in Western Province. Here he shares his story of struggle and resilience.

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