Solomon Islands
Stop order placed on miner interested in Solomons' bauxite
An interim stop order has been issued against an Australian miner interested in bauxite deposits in the Solomon Islands.
Solomon Islands govt signs agreement to restore mining lease
The Solomon Islands government has withdrawn last year's cancellation of the mining licence for Gold Ridge Mining Ltd.
World in Sport for 8 March 2017
This week: Samoa's government to review policy on monetary rewards for Olympic athletes; Team Tonga learn from the World Ski Champs; the first OFC Champions League semi-finalists are found, and; the… Audio
Millions sent home by Solomons' seasonal workers
Solomon Islanders undertaking seasonal work in New Zealand sent home $US2.1 million dollars and up to $US1.2 million from Australia in the last season.
Ministry says laws alone cannot protect Solomons children
A host of new laws passed in Solomon Islands to better protect children in the country will not be effective without wider social change, according to the Ministry of Women, Youth and Children's…
Solomon Islands clampdown on illegal tobacco a priority
Solomon Islands Customs says targeting illegal tobacco is one of its operational priorities.
Anti-Corruption Strategy before Solomon Parliament
Solomon Islands Prime Minister, Manasseh Sogavare today presented to the Parliament his country's National Anti-Corruption Strategy.
Solomon Islands tightens its child adoption laws
The Solomon Islands parliament has tightened the conditions for non-residents who want to adopt local children.
Solomons police chief seeks to reassure an anxious public
The Solomon Islands police commissioner is seeking to reassure communities anxious about units taking up arms again that the police force is ready.
Transparency Solomons says anti-corruption bills may never pass
Solomon Islands stalled anti-corruption legislation may never be passed according to the chairperson of Transparency Solomon Isands. Audio
WHO says dengue is spreading across the Pacific
The World Health Organisation says the latest dengue outbreaks suggest it is spreading across the Pacific. Audio
WHO says dengue is spreading across the Pacific
WHO warns more dengue cases to be expected in the Pacific as populations likely to be susceptible to a type of the virus not seen for many years. Audio
Watchdog says Solomons anti-corruption bills may never pass
Solomon Islands stalled anti-corruption legislation may never be passed according to the chairperson of Transparency Solomon Isands.
Mass arrest of anti-logging protestors in Solomon Islands
Police in Solomon Islands earlier this week arrested more than 60 people involved in a logging dispute in the Western Province. Audio
Solomon Islands police commissioner stresses neutrality
The police commissioner in Solomon Islands has stressed the neutrality of the police force after mass arrests of anti-logging protesters in the country's Western Province.
RAMSI reaches out to Solomons youths ahead of exit
The Regional Assistance Mission in Solomon Islands is touring schools as it prepares to withdraw from the country.
Mining minister seen as hindrance to Solomons exploration
A Solomon Islands mining professional says more government support is needed to unlock the country's significant mining potential.
Solomon Islands mine begins long road back to production
The new owners of the Gold Ridge gold mine in Solomon Islands plan to begin reconstruction of the closed mine within the fortnight.
Tokelau agreement for albacore gets a boost
Efforts to implement the Tokelau Arrangement for South Pacific albacore have been boosted by a grant of $US5.1 million dollars from New Zealand.
New Solomon Islands Police Commissioner has high expectations
The new Solomon Islands Police Commissioner says he expects the highest ethics and discipline from his officers and he is seeking the community's help to make sure police maintain those standards.
