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Court yet to set presiding magistrate for conspiracy case

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ROMINAH FAKA

Court is yet to set a presiding magistrate for the trial on a man accused of conspiracy to commit arson.

The case against John Damusi was set for trial however it was vacated.

The case was mentioned in court yesterday for the setting of a new trial date, but was adjourned for August 27 to allow more time for court to find a magistrate.

Damusi had pleaded not guilty to the charges.

Police alleged that Damusi participated in a scheme aimed at causing harm to various government national projects and critical infrastructure within Honiara.

The allegation came about between March 17 and May 6 at Hammock Beach, North West Guadalcanal where Damusi conspired with others to commit arson.

Mary-Anne Zurenuoc of DPP acts for state and Delilah Kukura of PSO act for John Damusi.

Malaita Province marks 41st second appointed day in Auki

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PM Jeremiah Manele and Premier Elijah Asilaua stand in salute the national anthem.

BY SAMIE WAIKORI

The people and government of Malaita Province joined the national government and development partners to celebrate the province’s 41st Second Appointed Day in Auki yesterday.

The celebration was themed “Empowering Our Diversity through Spirit of Unity for a Brighter and Inclusive Future,” reflecting Malaita’s commitment to working in unity with the national government and donor partners toward an inclusive future.

Premier of Malaita Province,Elijah Asilaua, expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele, government dignitaries, high commissioners, ambassadors, and representatives from various development partners for gracing the event.

He also acknowledged the resource owners, traditional leaders, business houses, other stakeholders, and friends who joined Malaita Province on this special day.

Premier Asilaua emphasized that the convergence of the national government and donor partners to celebrate with Malaita demonstrated unity and determination to work together toward the province’s development aspirations.

He also noted that his government has restored the province to the status it deserves, a sentiment echoed by PM Manele, who described it as a new dawn for Malaita Province.

Key highlights of the official celebration included the historic signing of an MOU between Malaita and SINU for the establishment of a fourth SINU campus in Auki and another MOU between Malaita and Australia for the Malaita South Road project.

The US, Japan, PRC, and Australia, the country’s leading development partners, also expressed their commitment to working together with Solomon Islands on its development journey.

The mini trade show fair, which began on Sunday as part of the 41st Malaita Day celebration, will conclude this evening.

The event has been well-received, marking the most significant celebration Malaita Province has held in over a decade to commemorate its Second Appointed Day.

Malaita Province marks 41st second appointed day in Auki

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PM Jeremiah Manele and Premier Elijah Asilaua stand in salute the national anthem.

BY SAMIE WAIKORI

The people and government of Malaita Province joined the national government and development partners to celebrate the province’s 41st Second Appointed Day in Auki yesterday.

The celebration was themed “Empowering Our Diversity through Spirit of Unity for a Brighter and Inclusive Future,” reflecting Malaita’s commitment to working in unity with the national government and donor partners toward an inclusive future.

Premier of Malaita Province,Elijah Asilaua, expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele, government dignitaries, high commissioners, ambassadors, and representatives from various development partners for gracing the event.

He also acknowledged the resource owners, traditional leaders, business houses, other stakeholders, and friends who joined Malaita Province on this special day.

Premier Asilaua emphasized that the convergence of the national government and donor partners to celebrate with Malaita demonstrated unity and determination to work together toward the province’s development aspirations.

He also noted that his government has restored the province to the status it deserves, a sentiment echoed by PM Manele, who described it as a new dawn for Malaita Province.

Key highlights of the official celebration included the historic signing of an MOU between Malaita and SINU for the establishment of a fourth SINU campus in Auki and another MOU between Malaita and Australia for the Malaita South Road project.

The US, Japan, PRC, and Australia, the country’s leading development partners, also expressed their commitment to working together with Solomon Islands on its development journey.

The mini trade show fair, which began on Sunday as part of the 41st Malaita Day celebration, will conclude this evening.

The event has been well-received, marking the most significant celebration Malaita Province has held in over a decade to commemorate its Second Appointed Day.

25-yo man gets 3 years for break-in, stealing

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BY ROMINAH FAKA

Court has sentenced a 25-year-old man to three years imprisonment for breaking-in and stealing at a residence in Tasahe A, west Honiara in May this year.

Chief Magistrate Emma Garo delivered her judgement on Tuesday this week.

Rodney Ramo Adam had pled guilty to the charge of breaking in, entering and stealing.

Court heard on May 13, 2024 Adam and another person met at the Botanical Garden and drank beer together. After drinking they went up to the Tasahe A area.

Adam was seen after midnight, fleeing from the victim’s house carrying a bag laden with stolen goods.

Adam had entered the victim’s house and stole a black bag pack containing a silver laptop (brand Lenovo) worth $16,000, a black certificate holder containing a scholarship contract agreement and school certificates, a cable charger, cash of $1,300, driving licenses, NPF cards, wallet containing $650, work ID and flash drives (4G) costing $400.

Court heard that Adam had used a scissors to break in and enter the house.

Office of Director of Public Prosecution acted for the Crown and PSO acted for Adam.

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Dragon’s Pub Murder Case Adjourned to August 19

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BY ROMINAH FAKA

The case of a police officer killed at the Dragons pub in the Kukum area has adjourned for August 19 for the two accused to plead.

Yesterday prosecution told court full disclosures have been served to defence lawyers for Paul Daoburi and James Solomon Kai.

Defence asked court for time to consult with their clients and to prepare them for arraignment.

Remand for the two accused was extended.

Prosecution charged Paul Daoburi, 35, and James Solomon Kai, 21 with murder.

Allegation said the deceased and his colleague, along with the colleague’s wife, went to the Dragon Pub on the night of May 16 for drinks.

Sometime between 12am and 1am an argument broke out between the deceased and a group of men, following an assault on the colleague’s wife in which a bottle was allegedly smashed on her head causing her to fall to the ground unconscious.

It was alleged that during the course of argument the deceased took out and applied a pepper spray on the group of men he was arguing with at the time.

The deceased was later dragged out of the Pub by an off-duty security, accused Daoburi, where the deceased was attacked by a group of more than 10 men outside of the Pub.

The allegation further stated Daoburi joined in the attack, using a snooker cue stick with which he used to beat the deceased’s head multiple times.

The second accused Solomon Kai, with the nickname Solo, allegedly attacked the deceased using a bottle.

A policeman who arrived at the scene intervened and took the deceased to National Referral Hospital (NRH) where he was pronounced dead.

Irene Mae appears for the crown and PSO for Daoburi and HOF Law Chambers for Kai.

Strike out on Pele MP’s petition case to be heard Aug 27

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BY ROMINAH FAKA

The petition case against MP for Temotu Pele, James Bonuga, returns August 27 for court to hear defence’s move to have it struck out.

The case was heard at the high court yesterday, and defence filed an application for court to strike out the petition on grounds that there is no sufficient evidence to prove the petition claims.

Schottler Kwaiga, the petitioner’s lawyer, told Island Sun outside court there are two grounds of corrupt and illegal practice of bribery which they filed against MP Bonuga.

Following the April 17 National General Election Bonuga unseated former MP Dubbley Kopu.

Petitioner Dubbley Kopu represented by L& L Lawyers and Francis Waleanisia represent by the respondent James Bonuga.

Strike out application for petition on NW Guale MP September 3

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BY ROMINAH FAKA

The petition case against MP for Northwest Guadalcanal will return on September 3 for court to
hear the strike-out application by defence.
MP Francis Sade is facing a petition by the former MP, Bodo Dettke.
Defence told Island Sun outside court yesterday the two grounds for its strike-out application.
First is the petitioner Mr Dettke through his lawyer when they filed their petition, did not plead
properly the particulars of their petition, which makes the petition frivolous and vexatious.
Second is that there is no sufficient evidence presented in the petition to meet the standard of
proof.
Three allegations MP Sade are undue influence, bribery and interference with voters.
Two allegation grounds of bribery were been withdrawn by the petitioner’s lawyer himself.
Court directions for the petitioner to file an amended petition by close of business today,
August 13, and for defence to amend its application for a strike-out before August 23.
Hearing of the strike out will be done on September 3 before Judge Howard Lowry.
Sade is the former Guadalcanal Premier and following the April 17 National General Election
Sade unseated former MP Dettke.
Wilson Rano represents Francis Belande Sade and Gabriel Suri represents petitioner Bodo
Dettke.

CUCUMBER POLICY PENDING

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Sea cucumber. Photo supplied.

Sea cucumber policy soon to be implemented

BY JOHN HOUANIHAU

The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR) has developed a comprehensive sea cucumber fishery management policy to be implemented soon.

Minister Nestor Ghiro said during the three-day Melanesia Sea cucumber dialogue held in Honiara last week.

Ghiro said that the Government, through the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR) has committed to the sustainable management of marine resources.

“Our sea cucumber fisheries, a valuable asset to our economy and marine biodiversity, have faced challenges due to overexploitation. Recognizing this, we have implemented several key initiatives to ensure their recovery and long-term sustainability,’’ said Minister Ghiro.

He said that one of the flagship programs has been the restocking of sea cucumbers which involves transferring hatchery-raised juvenile sea cucumbers to open reef systems.

He said that this program aims to replenish depleted wild stocks and provides valuable data for planning large-scale breeding and management efforts across the country.

“In addition to restocking, the Ministry has developed a comprehensive sea cucumber fishery management policy, set to be implemented soon. This policy is designed to address the current overexploitation by introducing measures such as controlled harvest seasons,’’ he said.

“We are also dedicated to enhancing our data collection and monitoring systems to inform better management decisions. The (MFMR) is actively engaging with local communities, stakeholders, and regional partners to ensure that our management practices are both effective and inclusive,’’ said Ghiro.

Minster Ghiro also highlighted the importance of the dialogue as an excellent opportunity to identify opportunities for policy development.

“By sharing data, information, and best practices, we can empower each other to manage sea cucumber fisheries at the community level effectively. I am told that a significant goal of this dialogue is to gather insights that will contribute to revising the MSG Roadmap for Sustainable Inshore Fisheries 2015-2024. This roadmap emphasizes the importance of sea cucumber management and restoration, aiming to maximize long-term economic value and ecological sustainability,’’ he said.

“The (MFMR) is proud to partner with the USAID OurFish OurFuture project and WWF. We recognize the investment made by the United States Government through activities such as this. Together, we can pave the way for a sustainable and prosperous future for our sea cucumber fisheries and our communities,’’ he said.

The goal of the 3-day Melanesia Sea Cucumber Dialogue is to gather information, best practices and potential input to the review of the MSG Roadmap for sustainable inshore fisheries 2015-2024, which is supported by the USAID project.

The objective is to share successes and challenges in managing sea cucumbers in the Pacific region, identify opportunities to develop or expand on regional, national, and local policies, build a Community of Practice to share data, information, and best practices across countries and engaging stakeholders at local, national, and regional levels to identify solutions to improve and empower the management of sea cucumbers at the community scale.

Community governance regime program of MUP questioned

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Premier Stanley Siapu delivered his speech during the recent celebrations Makira /Ulawa province second appointed day.Photo supplied.

BY SAMIE WAIKORI

Premier of Makira Ulawa province calls on the GNUT government to update the province on the Community Governance Regime, a program established by the Makira Ulawa province back in 2006.

The program came following a gap identified in the Provincial Government Act that there is a distance between the act and the traditional governance.

Premier of Makira Ulawa province, Hon Stanley Siapu said in 2006, the then government saw a gap in governance linkage with the then Area Council abolished by the PGA 1997, leaving rural people distanced from government immediate attention and focus.

He said in 2006, the formation and introduction of a traditional governance the Community Governance Regime established in all the twenty (20) wards in Makira Ulawa province.

Siapu said it was endorsed by the ministry of provincial government and blessed by the national government by way of the presence of then prime minister Hon Manasseh Sogavare.

However, he said that to this day the national government is yet to support and resource the regime.

“If we care to refer to our national constitution, somewhere there, it provides for and recognizes traditional leadership in governance.

“Now, it is also within the scope of national intentions hence the establishment of the Ministry of Traditional Governance and Ecclesiastical Affairs.

“Somewhere there on the shelves, the Traditional Governance Bill is awaiting and I hope it-re table in Parliament.

“High on the agenda of our much-awaited federal state government, is a community government structure similar to what we have now.

“So, looking at the Kakamora perspective, I think we have not erred nor misled any one on all these doings.

“We can now ask ourselves “what have we achieved, accomplished in the last 41 years?” Siapu asked.

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