BY BEN BILUA
Gizo
TWO dedicated volunteers from New Zealand are helping to revolutionize tourism in the Western Province with the development of a new tourism website aimed at boosting visibility and access to information for visitors.
Keith and Dianna Hambrook, currently based in Munda, are working closely with local tourism operators to gather data and upload it onto the new website.
Their goal is to create a comprehensive digital platform where tourists can easily find details about destinations, accommodations and activities in the region.
“At the moment, operators within Munda and Noro are visible on the website. We will visit other parts of Western Province, collect data and then insert the information on the website,” the couple explained during an interview.
They said the website will serve as a central hub for all tourism-related information in the Western Province — a long-needed tool to promote the area both locally and internationally.
“Information is key. We believe it’s important to create a platform where all tourism details are easily accessible to tourists who are planning to visit,” Dianna emphasized.
She noted that while Solomon Islands is rich in natural beauty and cultural experiences, the lack of accessible information has limited the country’s ability to attract more international visitors.
Keith added that there are still small elements to be improved, such as better signage and clearer location markers for tourism businesses, which would complement the online platform.
The initiative is expected to play a significant role in the province’s tourism growth and support efforts by local operators to expand their reach in the global market.
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