February 2018

We condemn threats on seasonal worker recruiters

REPORTS of threats from Solomon Islanders to seasonal worker recruiters from New Zealand is damaging our reputation. Whilst the seasonal workers scheme has benefited Solomon Islanders, reports of intimidation and extortion attempts while the recruiters were in Honiara is just…

Hospital petition commences

BY JARED KOLI PATIENTS, health workers and supporters have yesterday commenced inking signatories to petition Prime Minister to call for a Commission of Enquiry (COE) into the medical and health service provided at the hospital. Launched at the National Referral…

New Zealand scholarship opens

BY JARED KOLI APPLICATIONS for New Zealand Scholarships are now open to eligible Solomon Islanders wishing to undertake studies at a tertiary education institution in New Zealand or the Pacific. The New Zealand High Commission in Honiara announced this week…

Warriors win friendly

By Taromane Martin SOLOMON Warriors FC walked away with a 2-1 victory over Marist FC yesterday as both teams continue their preparations for this month’s Oceania Football Champions League. The two teams met in their first of two friendly matches…