By RODRICK DESURI
Auki
The Malaita Provincial Assembly has started its debate on town subdivision, agricultural hubs, and infrastructure to create better connections among the people of the province yesterday.
This debate follows the Premier and Finance minister’s speeches on Monday.
The assembly meeting is focusing on the province’s plans, issues, challenges, and achievements.
Provincial Permanent Secretary of Malaita Province, George Eric said the house based its debate on town subdivision, agricultural hubs, and infrastructure to create better connections among the people of the province.
He said that since Auki town has limited space, they are looking to develop of the Afio substation.
“Since we have limited space to accommodate our economic activities in town, we are looking at the development of sub-stations like Afio in Small Malaita.
“This will support our rural communities in bringing their produce to markets, create opportunities, and connect our people to access better infrastructure,” he said.
He said this is a plan and they are looking closely at it to shift their focus to it, as it will help tackle the challenges faced in the province.
According to the statement of government business for this week, today (Wednesday 18), the assembly’s meeting today included the following;
1) First reading of the 2026/2027 original budget,
2) Second reading of the 2026/2027 original budget,
3) Committee of the Whole Assembly on the 2026/2027 original budget to commence and conclude,
4) Third reading of the 2026/2027 original budget, and
5) Motion of Adjournment.
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