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Honiara-based Lauru community hosts Hard Talk ahead of 35th Second Appointed Day celebrations

By Alfred Pagepitu The Honiara-based Lauru community of Choiseul Province gathered today at the National Museum Auditorium in Honiara for a “Hard Talk” program ahead of the province’s 35th Second Appointed Day anniversary on 25th February in Honiara.

24 Feb 2026

Politics
Siapu government pledges more service delivery after defeating MONC
By Chris Alex The Makira Ulawa provincial government has pledged for more service delivery to its people. This comes after the government led by Premier Stanley Siapu defeated a motion of no confidence with a 13-7 vote today, allowing Siapu to remain Premier.
9 Dec 2025
Prime Minister acknowledge Western Province’s vital role in national growth and unity
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele has paid tribute to the Western Provincial Government and people, recognising the Province’s enduring role as one of the economic engines of the Solomon Islands.
9 Dec 2025
Political stability important for progress: PM Manele commends reform and progress in Rennell and Bellona
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele has congratulated the people and leaders of Rennell and Bellona Province for the progress they have made, describing the province’s reform journey as a powerful example of resilience, leadership and people-driven development.
22 Jul 2025
PM Manele highlights Unity and Development at Central Province’s 44th Second Appointed Day celebration
Central Province commemorated its 44th Second Appointed Day with a strong message of unity, resilience, and shared responsibility for development. Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele attended the official celebrations in Tulagi today and congratulated Premier Hon.
30 Jun 2025
Central Islands Province
Hon. Sagupari elected the new Premier of CIP
By Alfred Pagepitu The Member of Provincial Assembly (MPA) for Ward 2 in Central West Ngella, Hon. Kenneth Sagupari, has been elected as the new Premier of Central Islands Province (CIP).
11 Jun 2025
Politics
Salini accepts defeat, thank people for their support when in office
By Alfred Pagepitu The former Premier of Central Islands province, Michael Salini said he respected the outcome of the motion of no confidence that ousted him as Premier this morning.
5 Jun 2025
Politics
MONC against Premier Salini set for debate
By Alfred Pagepitu The motion of no confidence against the Premier of Central Islands Province, Michael Salini, will be tabled for debate tomorrow Thursday.
4 Jun 2025
Infrastructure
MUP partners with UNDP’s PGSD project
By Taromane Martin Makira Ulawa Province becomes the latest province to join the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Provincial Governance and Service Delivery (PGSD) flagship project on provincial governance in Solomon Islands.
19 May 2025
Solomon Islands
WP reaffirms commitment to Statehood as an evolution process
The Premier of Western Province, Hon. Billy Veo has assured Prime Minister, Hon. Jeremiah Manele that the Province views the transition towards statehood as an evolving and gradual process.
28 Apr 2025
Prime Minister commends Temotu province’s museum plan
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele has commended Temotu Province’s development vision, to establish a museum in Lata to preserve and celebrate the unique culture and traditions of its people. During a courtesy call to the Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet last week, Temotu Premier Hon.
14 Apr 2025
Governance
Parliamentary Opposition holds fruitful discussion with Premier Veo
The Parliamentary Opposition Group has held a fruitful dialogue with the Premier of Western Province Hon Billy Veo in Gizo today (2 April 2025). The Parliamentary Opposition Group arrived in Gizo today led by the Opposition Leader Hon Matthew Wale.
2 Apr 2025
Solomon Islands
WPG allocates $3 million for priority projects
By Alfred Pagepitu The Western Provincial government has allocated more than 3- million dollars to fund its priority projects. Provincial Minister of Finance, Hon. Ron Kituru Ghemu said the finding will be managed by the Ward Development Committees (WDC).
31 Mar 2025
Guadalcanal Province
GP set to deliberate on its 2025-2026 budget
By Alfred Pagepitu The Guadalcanal Provincial Assembly will deliberate on its 2025-2026 budget tomorrow, Wednesday 26 March 2025. Deliberation on the budget was adjourned today after the statement of Guadalcanal business from the Premier, Willie Atu and an opening remark from the speaker, Peter…
25 Mar 2025
Solomon Islands
WPG establishes task force to stop logging and business from operating without valid licenses
By Alfred Pagepitu The Western Provincial government revenue task force is working to address the issue of logging companies and businesses operating without valid licenses in the province.
24 Mar 2025
Politics
Premier Salini refuses to resign amid political instability
By Alfred Pagepitu Premier of Central Islands province Michael Salini has taken a bold stand announcing his intention that he will not resign from the Premier’s position despite the current political instability within the assembly.
8 Oct 2024
Politics
Premier Veo reshuffles two ministers and welcomes new minister into executive
By Alfred Pagepitu and Leilani Makini The Western provincial government under the leadership of Premier Hon. Billy Veo has reshuffled two of its ministers to take up new Ministerial portfolios this afternoon. Hon.
24 Sept 2024
Aviation
Makira-Ulawa pursues aviation expansion for tourism development
By Alfred Pagepitu The Makira-Ulawa provincial government has unveiled plans to engage the Ministry of Aviation in a bid to expand airport infrastructure to boost tourism and economic growth within the province. Premier Hon.
23 Sept 2024
Politics
Premier Salini takes bold action amid political turmoil
In a decisive move to stabilize the Central Islands Provincial government, Premier Michael Salini terminated two executive members on Wednesday, marking a significant shift in leadership. The removed members are former Deputy Premier Hon. Dennis Akorea of Ward 11 and Hon.
16 Sept 2024
Makira/Ulawa Province
Makira Ulawa Premier discusses Provincial development aspirations with Acting Prime Minister
The Acting Prime Minister and Minister responsible for Mines, Energy & Rural Electrification Hon. Bradley Tovosia at the Prime Minister’s Office today met with the Premier of Makira Ulawa Province Hon. Stanley Siapu, members of his executive and officials.
27 Aug 2024