Demonstrating confidence in the AstraZeneca vaccine
Frank Short 14-Mar-2021
In March, the UK's Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) said that more than 11 million doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine hadHealth care wastes and their effective disposal at the National Referral Hospital (NRH)
Quoting Radio New Zealand 14-Mar-2021
The WHO considers hospital waste as special waste and it is commonly acknowledged that certain categories of healthcare waste are hazardous and potentAustralian PM Scott Morrison Urges Two-Way Trans-Tasman Travel Bubble
Quoting Radio New Zealand 12-Mar-2021
Radio New Zealand today reported that pressure from Australia for the government to adopt a two-way trans-Tasman travel bubble is once again blowWomen Should Be Seen As Central Builders Of A Stronger, Post-COVID World
Quoting Radio New Zealand 12-Mar-2021
Melinda Gates and David Malpas contributed their views on how women should be put first in a post-pandemic world and what they had to say on the occasNorth East Guadalcanal MP Continues To Lead By Example
Quoting Radio New Zealand 12-Mar-2021
It was in the lead-up to Christmas that I reported Ms. Ethel Lency Vokia, the then newly elected Member of Parliament for North-East Guadalcanal had wIntegrated Safe Space (Women’s Shelter) Officially Opened At The Good Samaritan Hospital (GSH) And Similar Action Being Considered In The Western Province
Quoting Radio New Zealand 12-Mar-2021
Two media reports in Honiara today, Thursday, give news of women’s shelters having been opened and others under considerationDisturbing News Of Coral Bleaching In The Offshore Reefs In The Solomon Islands.
Quoting Radio New Zealand 12-Mar-2021
It was reported in an article in today’s Solomon Times Online that Scientists have identified a widespread coral bleaching event on shallow, insSkills Training For Empowerment And The Making Of A Smart Nation
Quoting Radio New Zealand 12-Mar-2021
In the last few days, I wrote saying how Solomon Islands social enterprise wants to help local women develop their digital skills to grow their busineAdvice On Losing Visceral Body Fat To Avoid The Serious Illnesses Posed By NCDs
Quoting Radio New Zealand 12-Mar-2021
I feel pretty sure that many that trouble to read what I contribute by way of letters to the local media regarding health tips will be pretty fed-up wAdvice On Reducing High Blood Pressure And Reducing Visceral Body Fat
Quoting Radio New Zealand 12-Mar-2021
I feel pretty sure that many that trouble to read what I contribute by way of letters to the local media regarding health tips will be pretty fed-up wOrientation Programme For 21 Newly Graduated Medical Doctors
Quoting Radio New Zealand 12-Mar-2021
National Referral Hospital (NRH) today commenced a three days orientation programme for 21 newly graduated medical doctors from Taiwan, Cuba, and FijiGood News On The Horizon For The Solomon Islands
Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Mar-2021
Writing today in the Solomon Times onLine, Geogina Kekoe styled her article with the promising title – “Solomon Islands quite close tAustralia Proud To Help Advance Gender Equality In The Solomon Islands
Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Mar-2021
Speaking in Honiara on International Women’s Day this week, Ms Julie McCallum, the Counsellor for Human Development at the Australian High CommiWitnessing Developments
Quoting Radio New Zealand 10-Mar-2021
Work on upgrading the Honiara International Airport is now at its ten (10) percent implementation stage.Choose To Challenge Was The Theme For International Womens Day 2021.
Quoting Radio New Zealand 10-Mar-2021
International Women’s Day was celebrated yesterday in Honiara with several marches and speeches made by organizers and participants alike.Concern Over Health Issues Brought On By NCDs And The Servicing And Functioning Of Vital Medical Equipment
Quoting Radio New Zealand 09-Mar-2021
In a letter I wrote to the local media yesterday, I quoted comments said to have been made by local Radiologist Dr. Aaron Oritaemae and recorded in anDigital Training Boost For Solomons Businesswomen
Quoting Radio New Zealand 09-Mar-2021
A Solomon Islands social enterprise wants to help local women develop their digital skills to grow their businesses.DROWNING IN THE RISING TIDE OF NCDs
Quoting Radio New Zealand 08-Mar-2021
Doctor Claude Posala writing in today’s Solomon Star newspaper expressed his concerns over the rise in Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in the SSurge Of Covid-19 Cases In PNG Continues
Quoting Radio New Zealand 08-Mar-2021
The National Pandemic Response Controller reported 87 new cases in the past day, taking PNG's total to 1,670.Philip Works Hard To Provide For Himself And His Family
Quoting Radio New Zealand 07-Mar-2021
Writing in his inimitable way, Jeremy Gwao tells the story in the Solomon Times Online today of Philip, and I would like to share the tale wDamaged Dala Bridge To Be Fixed and Calls For The East Road To Be repaired In Malaita Province
Quoting Radio New Zealand 07-Mar-2021
According to Wilson Saeni writing in today’s Solomon Star newspaper, the damaged Dala Bridge in West Kwara’ae will be fixed soon, sayInternational Border Closure in 2020 Arising from the Threat Posed by Coronavirus Saw the SI lose $350 Million in Revenue from Tourists
Frank Short 06-Mar-2021
The country lost more than $350million in revenue from overseas visitors last year due to the international border closure.SI’s Gov’t needs SBD$11m to activate CT scan at the NRH
Frank Short 05-Mar-2021
Last week in Bangkok’s main cancer hospital, I had what was called a multi-parametric scan of the prostate and also a bone can10-year Agriculture Sector Growth Strategy and Investment Plan (ASGIP) 2021-2030
Frank Short 03-Mar-2021
According to a feature article in today’s Solomon Times Online (Monday), the first-ever 10-year Agriculture Sector Growth Strategy and InvestmenDiabetes Symptoms Three Unusual Signs of High Blood Sugar in Your Body and What to Do
Frank Short 01-Mar-2021
As diabetes is unfortunately common in the Solomon Islands some information published in the UK’s Daily Express and written by Matt Atherton todSOLAIR EXTENDS SUSPENSION OF INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 24-Oct-2020
Solomon Airlines has today announced a further two-month extension of the suspension of all scheduled international passenger flights, to 10 January 2SI: SHORTLANDS PATROL BASE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 23-Oct-2020
The National Governments plan to build a patrol boat base at Shortland Island in the Western Province has moved another step closer following the signSI: DIRECTOR GENERAL FOR ICAC
Quoting Radio New Zealand 22-Oct-2020
Prior to my admission to hospital next week for spinal neck surgery, I would like to share with you two stories that were published today,STATE OF THE ECONOMY
Quoting Solomon Times Online 22-Oct-2020
The Leader of Opposition, Hon. Matthew Wale, has expressed grave concern about the current state of the economy and the impact it is having on familieSTATE OF THE ECONOMY (2)
Quoting Radio New Zealand 22-Oct-2020
The Leader of Opposition, Hon. Matthew Wale, has expressed grave concern about the current state of the economy and the impact it is having on familieINSPIRATIONAL STORIES
Quoting Radio New Zealand 20-Oct-2020
Alice is an APTC alumna and one of four women from the Solomon Islands who commenced work in Australia’s aged care sector under the Pacific LaboREGIONAL SECURITY CENTRE NEXT YEAR
Quoting Radio New Zealand 20-Oct-2020
Australian foreign minister Marise Payne said in a statement the Pacific Fusion Centre will host analysts and share information on issues from maritimVANUATU: BEETLE VIRUS RELEASED
Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Oct-2020
“Another strain of the beetle is currently at large in Solomon Islands for which scientists are searching for another biological control agent,INSPIRATIONAL STORIES (2)
Quoting Radio New Zealand 16-Oct-2020
Alice, 25, from Small Malaita, Solomon Islands, undertook a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community) (CHC33015) course at APPACER PLUS REACTION
Quoting Radio New Zealand 16-Oct-2020
A statement from the Office of the Minister for International Development, Alex Hawke, said the agreement would deliver new and enhanced trade opportuNEW CHANCELLOR FOR SINU
Quoting Radio New Zealand 16-Oct-2020
The Solomon Islands National University has a new Chancellor; He is one of our renowned Medical experts and academia Sir Dr. Nathan K. Kere. He has acCLIMATE CHANGE AFFECTING THE LIVES OF PEOPLE LIVING IN THE RENNELL ISLAND
Quoting Radio New Zealand 16-Oct-2020
For over 25 generations, the people on Rennell Island located 209 kilometres South of Guadalcanal in the Solomon Islands depended on their land, foresNRH STILL IN EMERGHENCY MODE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 16-Oct-2020
The National Referral Hospital (NRH) is still operating in an emergency mode. Medical Superintendent, Dr. John Hue says they have adjusted visiting hoHEALTHY FOOD FOR DISEASE PREVENTION
Quoting Radio New Zealand 16-Oct-2020
PS Frances was speaking during the International World Food Day programme broadcasted live through the national broadcaster (SIBC) and live streamed oWORKSHOP FOR PACIFIC TOURISM OPERATORS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 15-Oct-2020
While the advanced workshops follow the success of the Introductory Digital Tourism initiative, they remain free of charge and are available to the anSI: PM SETS NUMBER OF PASSENGERS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 15-Oct-2020
PRIME Minister (PM) Manasseh Sogavare calls on taxi and bus drivers to limit the number of passengers while providing transport service to the generalAUSTRALIA SAID TO BE GIVING PRIORITY TO REOPENING AIR SERVICES TO THREE REGIONAL COUNTRIES (3)
Quoting Radio New Zealand 15-Oct-2020
Quoting an article published in the Associated Press yesterday, 14 October 2020AUSTRALIA SAID TO BE GIVING PRIORITY TO REOPENING AIR SERVICES TO THREE REGIONAL COUNTRIES (2)
Quoting Radio New Zealand 15-Oct-2020
Quoting an article published in the Associated Press yesterday, 14 October 2020AUSTRALIA SAID TO BE GIVING PRIORITY TO REOPENING AIR SERVICES TO THREE REGIONAL COUNTRIES
Quoting Radio New Zealand 15-Oct-2020
CANBERRA, Australia Australia's prime minister said on Thursday his government was giving priority to reopening air services to Japan, SingMEHRD URGES SCHOOLS TO IMPLEMENT SOPS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 14-Oct-2020
The Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development (MEHRD) is urging school administrators to implement their Standard Operating Procedures (SOHENDERSON AIRPORT UPGRADE NEXT MONTH
Quoting Radio New Zealand 14-Oct-2020
WORK to upgrade the international airport led by the Japanese Government is expected to kick off again towards the end of next month, November 2020.SPOTLIGHT INITIATIVE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 14-Oct-2020
The United Nations and the European Union (EU) has launched a multi-year partnership - the Spotlight Initiative Regional Pacific Programme focused onA DEMAND FOR COMPOST
Quoting Radio New Zealand 13-Oct-2020
With the confirmed case of COVID-19 in the country the demand for compost has increased as residents in Honiara turn to backyard gardening.SI PM THANKS THE FIJIAN COMMUNITY
Quoting Radio New Zealand 12-Oct-2020
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has expressed his sincere gratitude to the Fijian community for their service and contributions to the Solomon IslandSI: BOAT BUILDING AT MAROVA
Quoting Radio New Zealand 12-Oct-2020
MAROVO Constituency in Western Province is slowly but surely moving despite the pandemic to provide service to its people as it eyes the manufacturingSI: SEAWEED AND HONEY FARMERS GETTING SUPPORT FROM ESP PACKAGE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 12-Oct-2020
Seaweed and honey farmers are scheduled to receive support from the economic stimulus package (ESP) this week.NEW CLASSROOM FOR BAROO KINDLY
Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Oct-2020
THE Makira Ulawa Provincial Government Minister of Education and Human Resources, Mr. Henry Rata has handed over a new classroom block to the Baroo KiNEW CLASS ROOM FOR BAROO KINDY
Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Oct-2020
THE Makira Ulawa Provincial Government Minister of Education and Human Resources, Mr. Henry Rata has handed over a new classroom block to the Baroo KiWORKING TOWARDS UNIVERSAL HEALTH COVER IN THE SOLOMON ISLANDS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Oct-2020
TheMinister of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) Honourable Dr. Culwick Togamana endorsed the Vaccine Preventable Diseases Regional Framework for ImpTURNING CRISIS INTO OPPORTUNITY
Quoting Radio New Zealand 09-Oct-2020
I first went to Singapore in late 1959 when the troopship I was travelling on stopped there briefly en route to Hong Kong where I was posted as a younSI: YOUTH ENTREPRENEURS AND THEIR KEY ROLE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 09-Oct-2020
Solomon Islands youth entrepreneurs have a key role to play in tackling corruption and building business integrity as the country strengthens its econSI: ESP NEW APPROVALS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 09-Oct-2020
The Governments Economic Stimulus Package (ESP) oversight committee has approved the next batch of applications and recipients will be contacted accorWELFARE NEEDS OF PATIENTS ATTENDING THE GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL IN GUADALCANAL
Quoting Radio New Zealand 09-Oct-2020
The Good Samaritan Hospital is about 30km away from Honiara. It serves the people of North, North-East, East-Central and Central Guadalcanal.PATIENT WELFARE NEEDS AT THE GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL IN GUADALCANAL
Quoting Radio New Zealand 09-Oct-2020
The Good Samaritan Hospital is about 30km away from Honiara. It serves the people of North, North-East, East-Central and Central Guadalcanal.THE DAY OF THE GIRL EVENT IN HONIARA
Quoting Radio New Zealand 09-Oct-2020
The IDG is an annual event that is being celebrated in Honiara today at the Auditorium, National Museum. This year's key primary messaging for IDSI: ESP NEW APPROVALS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 09-Oct-2020
The Government’s Economic Stimulus Package (ESP) oversight committee has approved the next batch of applications and recipients will be contacted acSI: YOUTH ENTREPRENEURS AND THEIR KEY ROLE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 09-Oct-2020
olomon Islands youth entrepreneurs have a key role to play in tackling corruption and building business integrity as the country strengthens its econoSI: IMPORTANT WORDS GIVING MEANING TO NATIONAL UNITY
Quoting Radio New Zealand 09-Oct-2020
“Rather, they enrich and bless our country and are the foundation and essence of our unity. Our diversities should be harnessed, celebrated andNEED FOR SOLOMON ISLANDERS TO TAKE PART IN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Quoting Radio New Zealand 08-Oct-2020
Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare, MP says there is a need for Solomon Islanders to participate actively in economic development activities.CBSI DONATION TO A MALAITA SECONDARY SCHOOL
Quoting Radio New Zealand 08-Oct-2020
Deputy Governor Raynold Moveni made a special visit to the school on Tuesday 29th September while on tour with the CBSI- NFIU team, where he presentedMALAITA TO BENEFIT FROM A USAID PLEDGE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 08-Oct-2020
The United States considers the Pacific Islands to be important partners in fostering a free and open Indo-Pacific region, and we greatly value our hiBOATING TRAGEDY REPORT RELEASED
Quoting Radio New Zealand 07-Oct-2020
MINISTER for Infrastructure Development (MID) and Deputy Prime Minister Manasseh Maelanga has finally released the much-awaited report into the tragicAUSTRALIAN AID FUNDING TO THE PACIFIC
Quoting Radio New Zealand 07-Oct-2020
“Australia's aid funding to the Pacific has increased slightly for this year, with new, separate funding for Covid-19 response in the PacifPAPUA NEW GUINEA LIFTS PORT MORSEBY CURFEW AND OPENS ITS BORDERS TO TRAVEL FROM FOUR MORE COUNTRIES
Quoting Radio New Zealand 06-Oct-2020
“Pandemic response controller, David Manning, said international flights are now open to Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan and Solomon Islands which aKAVA NOW OFFICIALLY RECOGNISED AS A BEVERAGE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 06-Oct-2020
In September, the Codex Alimentarius Commission approved the new standard for kava products – simply put, it is now a beverage when mixed with wCOVID-19 CASES IN PNG BRING ADDED RESTRICTIONS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 05-Oct-2020
"All passengers on domestic flights need to prove they are not infected, while provincial authorities can demand testing, and to quarantine traveCOVID19 SITUATION UNDER CONTROL
Quoting Radio New Zealand 05-Oct-2020
In his weekly address today Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare says that despite the positive status of one of the students the situation is under contrSIG TAKES PROMPT ACTION ACTIVATING PROTOCOLS AND STANDING OPERATION PROCEDURES
Quoting Radio New Zealand 05-Oct-2020
PRIME Minister (PM) Manasseh Sogavare says the declaration of the first positive COVID-19 case in Solomon Islands has now activated all protocols andSI: FIRST CASE OF COVID-19 RECORDED
Quoting Radio New Zealand 04-Oct-2020
When announcing the case, Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare said the preparedness and response measures the government had worked on implementing overAUSTRALIA GIVES VIDEO CONFERENCING EQUIPMENT TO THE SI HIGH COURT
Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Oct-2020
It seems timely that I should have most recently written about video conferencing and digitalisation of communications and services in the Solomon IslSI: ENCURAGING STORIES OF SOLOMON ISLANDS WOMEN
Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Oct-2020
Stories that have been published over a few weeks in the Solomon Times Online by several local journalists have been enlightening and I believe inspirSI: ENCURAGING STORIES OF SOLOMON ISLANDS WOMEN
Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Oct-2020
A story by Jimmy Nolan last Friday recounted the work of Janet Silu, originally from the Reef Islands in Temotu provinceREPATRIATION OF SOLOMON ISLANDERS FROM KIRIBATI NEEDS A LANDING PERMIT TO BE APPROVED
Quoting Radio New Zealand 02-Oct-2020
We are trying to organize one for pick up from Kiribati. We have a close to 100 in Fiji. These are low risk countries. If we have a landing permit, thMASI THANKS THE SIG FOR ORGANISING A WEEKLY PRESS CONFERENCE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 01-Oct-2020
The Media Association of Solomon Islands (MASI) wishes to thank the government for the initiative of a weekly press conference.A BOOST IN PRODUCTIVITY CALLED FOR BY SI FARMER
Quoting Radio New Zealand 30-Sep-2020
At the MK Farm, located in the interior of North West Guadalcanal, guava fruit trees grow in abundance - the fresh scent of sun-dried guava leaves greVANUATU TUNA PLANT TO EXPAND AND PRODUCE CANNED TUNA
Quoting Radio New Zealand 30-Sep-2020
The Director General for Fisheries, Moses Amos, said the government had decided to inject over $US873,000 into the joint venture to push the productioSAMOA: FORMER TOURISM WORKERS OFERED RELIEF
Quoting Radio New Zealand 30-Sep-2020
Former tourism workers in Samoa who lost their jobs due to the global impacts of Covid-19 are to receive payments out of a $US470,000 rescue package f