CREATING A SI NATIONAL YOUTH ORCHESTRA

Quoting Radio New Zealand 13-Oct-2018

nal Youth Orchestra

I raised the idea of creating a Solomon Islands National Youth Orchestra in letters to the local media last week

SOLOMON ISLANDS: A CALL FOR MORE SEASONAL WORKER OPPORTUNITIES

Quoting Radio New Zealand 13-Oct-2018

land Sun newspaper – 13 October 2018

“PACIFIC nations have agreed to increase their focus on visa issues, information sharing and sup

SOLOMON ISLANDS: A CALL FOR MORE SEASONAL WORKER OPPORTUNITIES

Quoting Radio New Zealand 13-Oct-2018

land Sun newspaper – 13 October 2018

“PACIFIC nations have agreed to increase their focus on visa issues, information sharing and sup

REMEMBERING THE FALLEN AT THE BATTLE OF GUADALCANAL

Quoting Radio New Zealand 13-Oct-2018

he custodian of a battle ground that is deserving of maintenance and preservation in remembrance of the deceased.

WW II sites have be

REMEMBERING THE FALLEN AT THE BATTLE OF GUADALCANAL

Quoting Radio New Zealand 13-Oct-2018

he custodian of a battle ground that is deserving of maintenance and preservation in remembrance of the deceased.

WW II sites have be

CATARACTS REPORTED TO BE A LEADING CAUSE OF BLINDNESS IN THE SOLOMON ISLANDS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 13-Oct-2018

the leading cause of visual impairment in Solomon Islands despite progress made in surgical techniques.”

The National Referral Hos

CATARACTS REPORTED TO BE A LEADING CAUSE OF BLINDNESS IN THE SOLOMON ISLANDS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 13-Oct-2018

the leading cause of visual impairment in Solomon Islands despite progress made in surgical techniques.”

The National Referral Hos

CUBA OFFERS HELP IN TREATING DIABETIC ILLNESS IN THE SOLOMON ISLANDS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 12-Oct-2018

e Minister has welcomed proposals from Cuba to address to address the chronic problem of amputations in the Solomons.

In August this

CUBA OFFERS HELP IN TREATING DIABETIC ILLNESS IN THE SOLOMON ISLANDS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 12-Oct-2018

e Minister has welcomed proposals from Cuba to address to address the chronic problem of amputations in the Solomons.

In August this

MORE CORRUPTION ALLEGATIONS SURFACE OVER CDF ALLOCATIONS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Oct-2018

s:  Disturbing allegations surface over Constitutional Development Fund (CDF) grants controlled by Members of Parliament.

At a time

MORE CORRUPTION ALLEGATIONS SURFACE OVER CDF ALLOCATIONS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Oct-2018

s:  Disturbing allegations surface over Constitutional Development Fund (CDF) grants controlled by Members of Parliament.

At a time

TAIWAN ANNOUNCES A NEW OPPORTUNITY FOR SI SCHOLARS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Oct-2018

The Republic of China (Taiwan) has opened a new opportunity for Solomon Islands scholars to live and work in Taiwan.

MARAU CLINIC RELOCATED

Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Oct-2018

THE run-down Marau clinic has now been relocated to the mini-hospital building built by John Sullivan few years ago.

SOLOMONS AND TAIWAN RELATIONS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 11-Oct-2018

PRIME Minister Rick Hou says the bilateral friendship between Solomon Islands and Taiwan is growing steadily and cordial over the years.

EYE SERVICES IN PNG SET TO RECEIVE MORE HELP

Quoting Radio New Zealand 10-Oct-2018

Eye services in Papua New Guinea are set to receive more support after the PNG government signed a new agreement with the Fred Hollows Foundation of N

A SOLOMONS SCHOOL REPORTEDLY WITHOUT A WATER SUPPLY FOR MANY YEARS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 10-Oct-2018

WATER shortage is one of the many issues that is continuing to affect Gwaunafau primary School in East Kwara�ae, Malaita province.

FEMALE MP LOSES HER SEAT IN PARLIAMENT

Quoting Radio New Zealand 09-Oct-2018

The Solomon Islands MP Freda Tuki Soriacomua has been ousted from parliament after the High Court upheld an election petition against her.

SOLOMON ISLANDS: PM TALKS OF NEW INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Quoting Radio New Zealand 07-Oct-2018

the country likely opening up to increase investment opportunities?

If one has been following events in the Solomon Islands in recen

SOLOMON ISLANDS: PM TALKS OF NEW INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Quoting Radio New Zealand 07-Oct-2018

If one has been following events in the Solomon Islands in recent weeks and kept any eye on reports in the local media, particularly in the Solomon St

THE CASE FOR PROPER NUTRITION IN THE SI

Quoting Radio New Zealand 06-Oct-2018

are. Nutrition is health care.”

A quote I believe people of all ages in the Solomon Islands should consider while striving to i

THE CASE FOR PROPER NUTRITION IN THE SI

Quoting Radio New Zealand 06-Oct-2018

are. Nutrition is health care.”

A quote I believe people of all ages in the Solomon Islands should consider while striving to i

CALL FOR A FAMILY SUPPORT CENTRE IN BUALA

Quoting Radio New Zealand 05-Oct-2018

lomon Star newspaper – 5 October 2018

“ISABEL’S provincial capital, Buala will soon have a Family Support Centre (FSC) est

CALL FOR A FAMILY SUPPORT CENTRE IN BUALA

Quoting Radio New Zealand 05-Oct-2018

lomon Star newspaper – 5 October 2018

“ISABEL’S provincial capital, Buala will soon have a Family Support Centre (FSC) est

RUSSELS WOMEN WANT A SAY IN DEVELOPMENT

Quoting Radio New Zealand 04-Oct-2018

ar newspaper – 4 October 2018

“TWO powerful landowners and representatives of two different tribes in the Russell Islands want to

RUSSELS WOMEN WANT A SAY IN DEVELOPMENT

Quoting Radio New Zealand 04-Oct-2018

ar newspaper – 4 October 2018

“TWO powerful landowners and representatives of two different tribes in the Russell Islands want to

E-LEARNING PROJECT IN THE SI

Quoting Radio New Zealand 04-Oct-2018

spaper – 4 October 2018

”THE Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Dr Franco Rodie has highlighted a n

E-LEARNING PROJECT IN THE SI

Quoting Radio New Zealand 04-Oct-2018

spaper – 4 October 2018

”THE Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Dr Franco Rodie has highlighted a n

YECSI GETS OFF THE GROUND IN THE SI

Quoting Radio New Zealand 04-Oct-2018

ober 2018

“The Young Entrepreneurs Council Solomon Islands (YECSI) now has a Board following its first ever Annual General Meeting (AGM

YECSI GETS OFF THE GROUND IN THE SI

Quoting Radio New Zealand 04-Oct-2018

ober 2018

“The Young Entrepreneurs Council Solomon Islands (YECSI) now has a Board following its first ever Annual General Meeting (AGM

SI MAGISTRATES GIVEN TRAINING

Quoting Radio New Zealand 04-Oct-2018

r – 4 October 2018

“MALAITA province will have the first local Authorized justices who will have the power to issue the Interim Prote

SI MAGISTRATES GIVEN TRAINING

Quoting Radio New Zealand 04-Oct-2018

r – 4 October 2018

“MALAITA province will have the first local Authorized justices who will have the power to issue the Interim Prote

SOLOMON ISLANDS: FRESH CITREC DEAL

Quoting Radio New Zealand 04-Oct-2018

wspaper – 4 October 2018

“PRIME Minister Rick Hou has launched a new initiative with Canadian International Training & E

SOLOMON ISLANDS: FRESH CITREC DEAL

Quoting Radio New Zealand 04-Oct-2018

wspaper – 4 October 2018

“PRIME Minister Rick Hou has launched a new initiative with Canadian International Training & E

NZ CHARITY CONTINUING TO AID THE SOLOMON ISLANDS WITH MEDICAL NEEDS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Oct-2018

more medical equipment aid to the Solomon Islands

Take My Hands Charity Trust in New Zealand (my partner charity) has confirmed that

NZ CHARITY CONTINUING TO AID THE SOLOMON ISLANDS WITH MEDICAL NEEDS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Oct-2018

more medical equipment aid to the Solomon Islands

Take My Hands Charity Trust in New Zealand (my partner charity) has confirmed that

SOLOMON ISLANDS: CHIEF MAGISTRATE CRITICAL OF NEWLY PROPOSED LEGISLATIVE BILL

Quoting Radio New Zealand 24-Sep-2018

Solomon Star newspaper – 24 September 2018

“The Traditional Governance and Customs Facilitation Bill 2018 was a poorly designed piece of l

SOLOMON ISLANDS: CHIEF MAGISTRATE CRITICAL OF NEWLY PROPOSED LEGISLATIVE BILL

Quoting Radio New Zealand 24-Sep-2018

Solomon Star newspaper – 24 September 2018

“The Traditional Governance and Customs Facilitation Bill 2018 was a poorly designed piece of l

GENEROUS DONOR HELP FOR A SICK BOY

Quoting Radio New Zealand 23-Sep-2018

to help 13-year old Andy Tolobua

I have read that local fund raising is still continuing to help get 13 –year old Andy Toloubua, w

GENEROUS DONOR HELP FOR A SICK BOY

Quoting Radio New Zealand 23-Sep-2018

to help 13-year old Andy Tolobua

I have read that local fund raising is still continuing to help get 13 –year old Andy Toloubua, w

WILL SI TOURISM SECTOR REACH ITS DESIRED TARGETS BY THE END OF 2019?

Quoting Radio New Zealand 23-Sep-2018

trong> Islands:  Will the expected drop in GDP be offset by growth in the tourism sector by 2019?

According to what Prime Minister R

WILL SI TOURISM SECTOR REACH ITS DESIRED TARGETS BY THE END OF 2019?

Quoting Radio New Zealand 23-Sep-2018

trong> Islands:  Will the expected drop in GDP be offset by growth in the tourism sector by 2019?

According to what Prime Minister R

INSPIRING A NEW GENERATION OF FISHERIES LEADERS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 21-Sep-2018

Star newspaper – 21 September 2018

“A CONSORTIUM of educators and international policy experts aims to develop and inspire a new gen

INSPIRING A NEW GENERATION OF FISHERIES LEADERS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 21-Sep-2018

Star newspaper – 21 September 2018

“A CONSORTIUM of educators and international policy experts aims to develop and inspire a new gen

SOLOMONS PM TO ATTEND UNGA IN NEW YORK

Quoting Radio New Zealand 21-Sep-2018

n Star newspaper – 21 September 2018

“PRIME Minister Rick Hou will leave for the 73rd Session of the United Nations General

SOLOMONS PM TO ATTEND UNGA IN NEW YORK

Quoting Radio New Zealand 21-Sep-2018

n Star newspaper – 21 September 2018

“PRIME Minister Rick Hou will leave for the 73rd Session of the United Nations General

TSI RAISES OBJECTIONS OVER THE CREATION OF A NEW MINISTRY

Quoting Radio New Zealand 21-Sep-2018

21 September 2018

THE country does not need another ministry, Transparency Solomon Islands (TSI) chief exe

TSI RAISES OBJECTIONS OVER THE CREATION OF A NEW MINISTRY

Quoting Radio New Zealand 21-Sep-2018

21 September 2018

THE country does not need another ministry, Transparency Solomon Islands (TSI) chief exe

DELAY THE CONTROVERSIAL BILL - SAYS TSI

Quoting Radio New Zealand 20-Sep-2018

the Solomon Star newspaper – 20 September 2018

“TRANSPARENCY Solomon Islands (TSI) yesterday urged the Government to halt t

DELAY THE CONTROVERSIAL BILL - SAYS TSI

Quoting Radio New Zealand 20-Sep-2018

the Solomon Star newspaper – 20 September 2018

“TRANSPARENCY Solomon Islands (TSI) yesterday urged the Government to halt t

FIJI: PACKETS OF COCAIN WASHED ASHORE

Quoting Radio New Zealand 19-Sep-2018

Radio New Zealand – 19 September 2018

“The Fiji police say packages of cocaine washed ashore on several outer islands were not inten

FIJI: PACKETS OF COCAIN WASHED ASHORE

Quoting Radio New Zealand 19-Sep-2018

Radio New Zealand – 19 September 2018

“The Fiji police say packages of cocaine washed ashore on several outer islands were not inten

CABLE SURVEY

Quoting Radio New Zealand 18-Sep-2018

ember 2018.

“The first initial route survey for the proposed Coral Sea Cable System in the country will be conducted between 8th October to

CABLE SURVEY

Quoting Radio New Zealand 18-Sep-2018

ember 2018.

“The first initial route survey for the proposed Coral Sea Cable System in the country will be conducted between 8th October to

PIF FARMING ENCOURAGED INN THE SI

Quoting Radio New Zealand 18-Sep-2018

September 2018

“MINISTER of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) Augustine Auga has challenged pig farmers to utilise their ability and stre

PIF FARMING ENCOURAGED INN THE SI

Quoting Radio New Zealand 18-Sep-2018

September 2018

“MINISTER of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) Augustine Auga has challenged pig farmers to utilise their ability and stre

HEALTH LEADERSHIP AT SINU

Quoting Radio New Zealand 18-Sep-2018

newspaper – 18 September 2018

“The country’s National University on Monday witnessed another milestone through the launching of its new

HEALTH LEADERSHIP AT SINU

Quoting Radio New Zealand 18-Sep-2018

newspaper – 18 September 2018

“The country’s National University on Monday witnessed another milestone through the launching of its new

CLIMATE CHANGE IN THE CONTEXT OF AN ABUSE OF HUMAN RIGHTS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 18-Sep-2018

a fundamental human rights issue and should be legally contested as such.

Earlier this month, the Pacific Islands Forum stated formal

CLIMATE CHANGE IN THE CONTEXT OF AN ABUSE OF HUMAN RIGHTS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 18-Sep-2018

a fundamental human rights issue and should be legally contested as such.

Earlier this month, the Pacific Islands Forum stated formal

WITNESSING CLIMATE CHANGE IN ONTONG JAVA

Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Sep-2018

rong>

Quoting from an article in today’s Island Sun newspaper – 17 September 2017

“The intending female candidate from

WITNESSING CLIMATE CHANGE IN ONTONG JAVA

Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Sep-2018

rong>

Quoting from an article in today’s Island Sun newspaper – 17 September 2017

“The intending female candidate from

RESPONSIBILITY FOR THOSE IN THE SI WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Sep-2018

people with special needs in Isabel Province.

I was very pleased to read in Monday’s copy of the Island Sun newspaper that a group

RESPONSIBILITY FOR THOSE IN THE SI WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Sep-2018

people with special needs in Isabel Province.

I was very pleased to read in Monday’s copy of the Island Sun newspaper that a group

HELP IN RAISING FUNDS FOR A SICK CHILD

Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Sep-2018

upport given to aid a 13 year old boy suffering from a concerning medical condition

It was reported in the local new

HELP IN RAISING FUNDS FOR A SICK CHILD

Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Sep-2018

upport given to aid a 13 year old boy suffering from a concerning medical condition

It was reported in the local new

WARNING ABOUT DISHONEST VOTING

Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Sep-2018

ptember 2018

“THE Solomon Islands Electoral Commission (SIEC) says it would take tough action against registered voters who are providi

WARNING ABOUT DISHONEST VOTING

Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Sep-2018

ptember 2018

“THE Solomon Islands Electoral Commission (SIEC) says it would take tough action against registered voters who are providi

TAIWANESE MEDICAL FUND TO AID THE PACIFIC

Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Sep-2018

17 September 2018 

“Taiwan has set up a $US2 million medical fund to boost co-operation with countries in the Pacific Islands Foru

TAIWANESE MEDICAL FUND TO AID THE PACIFIC

Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Sep-2018

17 September 2018 

“Taiwan has set up a $US2 million medical fund to boost co-operation with countries in the Pacific Islands Foru

TAKING ANOTHER LOOK AT TRADITIONAL JUSTICE AND THE IMPORTANCE OF CULTURE

Quoting Radio New Zealand 16-Sep-2018

ooking at the traditional role of chiefs and the need for greater youth interest in custom and culture

 

We read in the loca

TAKING ANOTHER LOOK AT TRADITIONAL JUSTICE AND THE IMPORTANCE OF CULTURE

Quoting Radio New Zealand 16-Sep-2018

ooking at the traditional role of chiefs and the need for greater youth interest in custom and culture

 

We read in the loca

A CALL ON THE SIG FOR RELOCATION

Quoting Radio New Zealand 14-Sep-2018

ong>

Quoting an extract from the Island Sun newspaper – 14 September 2018

“Chief Peter Kalali on behalf of the people of Lord Howe

A CALL ON THE SIG FOR RELOCATION

Quoting Radio New Zealand 14-Sep-2018

ong>

Quoting an extract from the Island Sun newspaper – 14 September 2018

“Chief Peter Kalali on behalf of the people of Lord Howe

A TRIBUTE TO THE RSIPF EOD TEAM

Quoting Radio New Zealand 13-Sep-2018

trong>

Yesterday it was reported that the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Team of the RSIPF successfully carried out a ‘Render Safe Proced

A TRIBUTE TO THE RSIPF EOD TEAM

Quoting Radio New Zealand 13-Sep-2018

trong>

Yesterday it was reported that the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Team of the RSIPF successfully carried out a ‘Render Safe Proced

PNG: CHILDREN UNDER 15 TO BE VACCINATED AGAINST POLIO

Quoting Radio New Zealand 13-Sep-2018

Radio New Zealand – 13 September 2018

“All children in Papua New Guinea under the age of 15 will be vaccinated against polio as the g

PNG: CHILDREN UNDER 15 TO BE VACCINATED AGAINST POLIO

Quoting Radio New Zealand 13-Sep-2018

Radio New Zealand – 13 September 2018

“All children in Papua New Guinea under the age of 15 will be vaccinated against polio as the g

SI PM ADDRESSES AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS LEADERS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 13-Sep-2018

Star newspaper – 13 September 2018

“PRIME Minister Rick Hou on Wednesday addressed the 10th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum

SI PM ADDRESSES AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS LEADERS

Quoting Radio New Zealand 13-Sep-2018

Star newspaper – 13 September 2018

“PRIME Minister Rick Hou on Wednesday addressed the 10th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum

FUNDING BOOST FROM AUSTRALIA

Quoting Radio New Zealand 13-Sep-2018

Star newspaper – 13 September 2018

“AUSTRALIA is committing a further $7.9 million (AUD$1.4 million) towards the Tina River Hydro Pow

FUNDING BOOST FROM AUSTRALIA

Quoting Radio New Zealand 13-Sep-2018

Star newspaper – 13 September 2018

“AUSTRALIA is committing a further $7.9 million (AUD$1.4 million) towards the Tina River Hydro Pow

ENCOURAGING THE GREENING AND BEAUTIFICATION OF HONIARA

Quoting Radio New Zealand 12-Sep-2018

tivating and beautiful national capital to visit

Tourism is an increasingly important sector for the Solomon Island and, reportedly,

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