SOLOMONS GOVERNMENT URGED TO CLEAN UP MINING MESS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 12-Jul-2019

his is important to avoid undue manipulation by Chinese mining companies, he added

SOLOMONS GOVERNMENT URGED TO CLEAN UP MINING MESS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 12-Jul-2019

GOVERNMENT must clean up the “mess” in the mining industry, Opposition leader Mathew Wale says

SCHOOLS GETING NEW TEXT BOOKS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 12-Jul-2019

VARIOUS schools in east Guadalcanal have received their share of new donated textbooks by the Australia and New Zealand governments last week.

EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT OF THE CDF

Quoting Radio New Zealand 12-Jul-2019

The CDF needs proper management and effective auditing to ensure accountability and tangible outcomes.

PRAISE FOR A SOLOMON ISLANDS WOOD CARVER

Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Jul-2019

Last week, I wrote saying how a local Solomon Islands wood carver. Ralph Ako of Marova Lagoon had carved a nativity set for a catholic church in Canad

MV TAKANA ALLEGEDLY LEAKING OIL

Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Jul-2019

Reports and pictures supplied to the Solomon Star alleged the oil spill from the abandoned vessel that sunk last month at Star Harbour is now spilling

SI: SOLOMON ISLANDS LACK OF DEVELOPMENT AS VIEWED BY THE PM

Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Jul-2019

Although Solomon Islands has gained its political independent for nearly 41 years now until today not much had changed

"MI SAVE SOLO"

Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Jul-2019

Tourism Solomons CEO, Josefa ‘Jo’ Tuamoto has paid tribute to a team of Institute of Tourism

CORAL SEA CABLE

Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Jul-2019

The Australian and Solomon Islands Governments has announced that the installation of the Coral Sea Cable will commence this weekend in Solomon Island

MOU SIGNED WITH TAIWAN COMPANY FOR SI NATIONAL STADIUM

Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Jul-2019

The Solomon Islands government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Taiwanese company, Fu Tsu construction company, for the development

PRAISE FOR A SOLOMON ISLANDS WOOD CARVER

Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Jul-2019

Last week, I wrote saying how a local Solomon Islands wood carver. Ralph Ako of Marova Lagoon had carved a nativity set for a catholic church in Canad

MV TAKANA ALLEGEDLY LEAKING OIL

Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Jul-2019

Reports and pictures supplied to the Solomon Star alleged the oil spill from the abandoned vessel that sunk last month at Star Harbour is now spilling

SI: SOLOMON ISLANDS LACK OF DEVELOPMENT AS VIEWED BY THE PM

Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Jul-2019

Balancing the facts on Solomon Islands lack of development in the past two decades

"MI SAVE SOLO"

Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Jul-2019

“Tourism Solomons CEO, Josefa ‘Jo’ Tuamoto has paid tribute to a team of Institute of Tourism & Hospitality lecturers and students in attend

CORAL SEA CABLE

Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Jul-2019

The Australian and Solomon Islands Governments has announced that the installation of the Coral Sea Cable will commence this weekend in Solomon Island

MOU SIGNED WITH TAIWAN COMPANY FOR SI NATIONAL STADIUM

Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Jul-2019

The Solomon Islands government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Taiwanese company, Fu Tsu construction company, for the development

CLIMATE JUSTICE

Quoting Radio New Zealand 10-Jul-2019

During the recent Pacific Islands Forum Leaders meeting, which was held in Suva, Fiji, the UN Secretary-General

CLIMATE JUSTICE

Quoting Radio New Zealand 10-Jul-2019

During the recent Pacific Islands Forum Leaders meeting, which was held in Suva, Fiji, the UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, announced that he w

THE REPORTED LIKELY IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON THE USA

Quoting Radio New Zealand 09-Jul-2019

Pacific Islands countries are already experiencing the destructive effects of climate change but a new report has indicted that climate change will fo

THE REPORTED LIKELY IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON THE USA

Quoting Radio New Zealand 09-Jul-2019

Pacific Islands countries are already experiencing the destructive effects of climate change but a new report has indicted that climate change will fo

SI: NATIONAL IDENTITY AND PRIDE

Quoting Radio New Zealand 08-Jul-2019

The biggest Pacific Games in history are underway in Samoa with more than 5000 athletes and team officials in attendance, inclusive of 300 athletes an

UN REPORT ON CLIMATE CRISIS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 08-Jul-2019

In an article published in the ‘Beacon’ on 3 July 2019, the author of the article, Justine Calma, referred to what the UN has called“climate apa

UN REPORT ON CLIMATE CRISIS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 08-Jul-2019

In an article published in the ‘Beacon’ on 3 July 2019, the author of the article, Justine Calma, referred to what the UN has called“climate apa

LOOKING AT OPTIONS FOR SOLOMON ISLANDS DEVELOPMENT

Quoting Radio New Zealand 07-Jul-2019

In May this year I wrote an article for the two main newspapers in the Solomon Islands which I titled

GREEN CLIMATE FUND APPROVES $22,4 MILLION FOR CLIMATE ADAPTION PRIORITIES IN TIMOR-LESTE

Quoting Radio New Zealand 07-Jul-2019

7 July 2019, Songdo, Korea � At its 23rd Board Meeting the Green Climate Fund Board has today approved US$$22.4 million for Timor-Leste to advanc

LOOKING AT OPTIONS FOR SOLOMON ISLANDS DEVELOPMENT

Quoting Radio New Zealand 07-Jul-2019

In May this year I wrote an article for the two main newspapers in the Solomon Islands which I titled ‘One who chases two rabbits

EXQUISITE HAND CRAFTED WOODEN CARVINGS FROM THE SOLOMON ISLANDS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 05-Jul-2019

If any wood carver would be interested in following-up the enquiry with the potential buyer then please get in touch with me via the link on my websit

2019 PACIFIC GAMES IN SAMOA

Quoting Radio New Zealand 05-Jul-2019

The stage is set for the opening ceremony of the 16th Pacific Games at the Apia Park Stadium in Samoa on Sunday

EXQUISITE HAND CRAFTED WOODEN CARVINGS FROM THE SOLOMON ISLANDS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 05-Jul-2019

If any wood carver would be interested in following-up the enquiry with the potential buyer then please get in touch with me via the link on my websit

2019 PACIFIC GAMES IN SAMOA

Quoting Radio New Zealand 05-Jul-2019

The stage is set for the opening ceremony of the 16th Pacific Games at the Apia Park Stadium in Samoa on Sunday.

LAND DISPUTE OVER THE TINA RIVER HYDRO SCHEME

Quoting Radio New Zealand 04-Jul-2019

“Land disputes which have dogged the development of the multi-million dollar Tina River Hydro Scheme for years have resurfaced, threatening the proj

BINA HARBOUR DEVELOPMENT HELD UP FOR MORE THAN 40 YEARS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 04-Jul-2019

A sixth tribe, Ula’ako tribe, has come out claiming to be the true owner of Bina Harbour in Malaita Province

LAND DISPUTE OVER THE TINA RIVER HYDRO SCHEME

Quoting Radio New Zealand 04-Jul-2019

Land disputes which have dogged the development of the multi-million dollar Tina River Hydro Scheme for years have resurfaced, threatening the project

BINA HARBOUR DEVELOPMENT HELD UP FOR MORE THAN 40 YEARS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 04-Jul-2019

Bina Harbour is being earmarked by the government for a major cannery project

SI: ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE INCIDENTS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Jul-2019

According to an article published in today’s Islands Sun newspaper, tones of raw bauxite has spilled into the ocean at Kangava Bay in West Rennell f

SI RENEWABLE ENERGY TARGET

Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Jul-2019

Yesterday, I read that a Pacific climate change specialist, Espen Ronneberg, from the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme had sa

PROPOSAL FOR A SECOND RUNWAY AT HENDERSON AIRPORT

Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Jul-2019

The Government is building a second runway at Henderson International Airport as part of a major facelift for the nation’s first international gatew

SI: STILL CALCULATING ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE IN RENNELL

Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Jul-2019

An article written by Catherine Wilson and published in news.mongbay.com and quoted by Solomon Times on Line today has said the damage to the marine a

TOURISM IMPORTANT FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH SAYS SICCI

Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Jul-2019

Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) welcomes the announcement of the first Solomon Islands accommodation providers to achieve ‘

TOURISM IMPORTANT FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH SAYS SICCI

Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Jul-2019

Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) welcomes the announcement of the first Solomon Islands accommodation providers to achieve ‘

SI: STILL CALCULATING ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE IN RENNELL

Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Jul-2019

An article written by Catherine Wilson and published in news.mongbay.com and quoted by Solomon Times on Line today has said the damage to the marine a

PROPOSAL FOR A SECOND RUNWAY AT HENDERSON AIRPORT

Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Jul-2019

The Government is building a second runway at Henderson International Airport as part of a major facelift for the nation’s first international gatew

SI: ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE INCIDENTS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Jul-2019

According to an article published in today’s Islands Sun newspaper, tones of raw bauxite has spilled into the ocean at Kangava Bay in West Rennell f

SI RENEWABLE ENERGY TARGET

Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Jul-2019

Yesterday, I read that a Pacific climate change specialist, Espen Ronneberg, from the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme

PRAISE FOR A TALENTED CRAFTSMAN

Quoting Radio New Zealand 02-Jul-2019

illustrates the many types of beautiful wood carvings made by talented Solomon Islands craftsmen and it was for that reason that I believe I was conta

SI: RESTARTING THE DEVELOPMENT BANK

Quoting Radio New Zealand 02-Jul-2019

The head of the Solomon Islands finance ministry says officials have gone to great lengths to create a strong development bank.

ILLEGAL LOGGING ANDC CORRUPTION ASSOCIATED WITH LOGGING

Quoting Radio New Zealand 02-Jul-2019

Allegations of illegal logging and corrupt practices associated with the logging industry are a blight on the Solomon Islands and need urgent investig

PACIFIC EYE SPECIALISTS SERVING THEIR COMMUNITIES DESPITE STRAIN OF HEAVY WORKLOADS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 02-Jul-2019

A small group of Pacific eye care specialists are determined to make a difference despite the challenge of a heavy workload, large areas to cover and

SICCI CONDUCTS BUSINESS TRAINING

Quoting Radio New Zealand 02-Jul-2019

Business owners and representatives of small businesses in Auki, Malaita Province successfully completed a four-day business training that was conduct

SI: RESTARTING THE DEVELOPMENT BANK

Quoting Radio New Zealand 02-Jul-2019

The head of the Solomon Islands finance ministry says officials have gone to great lengths to create a strong development bank.

PRAISE FOR A TALENTED CRAFTSMAN

Quoting Radio New Zealand 02-Jul-2019

Illustrates the many types of beautiful wood carvings made by talented Solomon Islands craftsmen and it was for that reason that I believe I was conta

ILLEGAL LOGGING ANDC CORRUPTION ASSOCIATED WITH LOGGING

Quoting Radio New Zealand 02-Jul-2019

Allegations of illegal logging and corrupt practices associated with the logging industry are a blight on the Solomon Islands and need urgent investig

PACIFIC EYE SPECIALISTS SERVING THEIR COMMUNITIES DESPITE STRAIN OF HEAVY WORKLOADS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 02-Jul-2019

A small group of Pacific eye care specialists are determined to make a difference despite the challenge of a heavy workload, large areas to cover and

SICCI CONDUCTS BUSINESS TRAINING

Quoting Radio New Zealand 02-Jul-2019

Business owners and representatives of small businesses in Auki, Malaita Province successfully completed a four-day business training that was conduct

SI: MINIMUM STANDARDS ACCREDITATION

Quoting Radio New Zealand 01-Jul-2019

The Solomon Island Ministry of Culture and Tourism (MCT) has announced the first Solomon Islands accommodation providers to achieve �Minimum Stan

BOND UNIVERSITY GRADUATE NOW SERVING THE GOVERNMENT AND THE PEOPLE OF THE SOLOMON ISLANDS AS ATTORNEY-GENERAL

Quoting Radio New Zealand 28-Jun-2019

I was keen to learn how many Solomon Islanders might have studied there and gone on to lead successful careers at home serving the people and the gove

SI: NOMINATIONS FOR ANTI-CORRUPTION COMMISSIONERS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 28-Jun-2019

the start of 2017, the Solomon Islands Government began to roll out its three-year National Anti-Corruption Strategy (NACS) led by Manasseh Sogavare.

DENGUE WARNING REPEATED IN THE COOK ISLANDS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 28-Jun-2019

The Ministry of Health said that since February there had been 45 suspected cases of the mosquito borne disease and 22 confirmed by laboratory testing

DENGUE WARNING REPEATED IN THE COOK ISLANDS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 28-Jun-2019

Health officials in the Cook Islands are continuing to urge residents to take care as the threat of dengue lingers

SOLOMON ISLANDS TOURISM - ECHANGE GATHERING IN HONIARA

Quoting Radio New Zealand 27-Jun-2019

The Solomon Islands is very much a series of destinations within the one destination offering a plethora of unique and very niche travel experiences.

SI: ASSISTANCE FOR PASI AND THE VALUE OF MUSIC EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN

Quoting Radio New Zealand 26-Jun-2019

Last year I raised the idea via the media of getting a youth orchestra off the ground in the Solomon Islands but the idea didn�t develop with lit

SI: COMMENCEMENT DATE FOR THE DBSI

Quoting Radio New Zealand 26-Jun-2019

The Minister of Finance and Treasury, Hon. Harry Kuma has set June 21st, 2019 as the date for the commencement of the Development Bank of Solomon Isla

EAGON CEO WELCOMES OPENING OF MUNDA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Quoting Radio New Zealand 26-Jun-2019

Visiting Eagon Group of Companies Chief Executive Officer (CEO) has welcomed the opening of the newly serviced Munda international airport in Western

SI: COMMENCEMENT DATE FOR THE DBSI

Quoting Radio New Zealand 26-Jun-2019

The Minister of Finance and Treasury, Hon. Harry Kuma has set June 21st, 2019 as the date for the commencement of the Development Bank of Solomon Isla

EAGON CEO WELCOMES OPENING OF MUNDA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Quoting Radio New Zealand 26-Jun-2019

Visiting Eagon Group of Companies Chief Executive Officer (CEO) has welcomed the opening of the newly serviced Munda international airport in Western

SIG FUNDING FOR A COMPLEX TO ACCOMMODATE A CT SCAN

Quoting Radio New Zealand 24-Jun-2019

In fulfilling a promise made in terms of its 100 Days policy priorities, the Solomon Islands Government, through a Cabinet decision, today, released a

SIG FUNDING FOR A COMPLEX TO ACCOMMODATE A CT SCAN

Quoting Radio New Zealand 24-Jun-2019

In fulfilling a promise made in terms of its 100 Days policy priorities, the Solomon Islands Government, through a Cabinet decision, today, released a

SOLOMON ISLANDS TOURISM

Quoting Radio New Zealand 22-Jun-2019

Tourism as a driver of economic growth and prosperity in the Solomon Islands is currently seen as needing more development and an excellent paper publ

EFFECTS OF CLIMATE CHANGE

Quoting Radio New Zealand 22-Jun-2019

Pacific fisheries ministers met during last week’s Forum Fisheries Committee meeting held in Pohnpei when climate change was perceived to be the sin

SOLOMON ISLANDS TOURISM

Quoting Radio New Zealand 22-Jun-2019

Tourism as a driver of economic growth and prosperity in the Solomon Islands is currently seen as needing more development and an excellent paper publ

EFFECTS OF CLIMATE CHANGE

Quoting Radio New Zealand 22-Jun-2019

Pacific fisheries ministers met during last week’s Forum Fisheries Committee meeting held in Pohnpei when climate change was perceived to be the sin

EXTENDING GREEN ENERGY IN THE SOLOMONS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 22-Jun-2019

Given a a stable supply of grid-based electricity it has the potential to promote economic growth, including tourism industry development, and improve

CALL ON THE EU TO UP CLIMATE CHANGE TARGETS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 21-Jun-2019

It comes after the leaders of Fiji and the Marshall Islands urged the EU to join them in making the commitment.

SOLOMONS COMMENDED FOR TACKLING AVOIDABLE BLINDNESS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 21-Jun-2019

A few days ago, I wrote saying the head of the Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Trust, Dr.Astrid Bonfield, CBE, had visited Tonga and met with official