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Young people in Western Province have been encouraged to explore entrepreneurship as a pathway to empowerment and self-reliance through a series of awareness workshops delivered in Rarumana, Paelonge, and Gizo Town. The Young Entrepreneurs Council Solomon Islands (YECSI), in partnership with Plan International Solomon Islands and the Solomon Islands National Youth Congress’ Girls Tekem Akson lo Climate Change (GTACC) project, facilitated the workshops to engage GTACC youths on business innovation and leadership. The awareness sessions aimed to introduce participants to YECSI and the Western Province Young Entrepreneurs Council (WPYEC), outlining their purpose, structure, and the opportunities available to aspiring young business owners. Through storytelling, interactive group activities, and real-life success stories from local entrepreneurs, participants were encouraged to think creatively, identify solutions to community challenges, and consider starting their own ventures. Y...

Communities in Small Malaita have marked the completion of several new infrastructure projects funded under the Solomon Islands–Australia Community Partnerships program. In Riverside Village, a solar-powered street lighting project—co-funded by the Australian Government and Hon Rick Houenipwela—has been completed, giving families safer night-time access to services, evening gatherings, and movement around the community. In Eliote Village, the Heruiesi Community Street Lighting Project was handed over, bringing brighter public spaces and safer movement for youth and families. In Ro’one Village, a similar street lighting project is now supporting evening activities and improving community safety. The Tolosi Hokutenikeni Women’s Association also celebrated the completion of a water tank project, which was officially opened by Hon Rick Houenipwela. The project is helping improve health, hygiene, and dignity for the community. Australia’s Acting High Commissioner, Mr Andrew Schloeffel...

Australia and the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration have launched the first ever Iumi Gro Business Accelerator program.   This is a new five-month training program designed to provide customised and expert business coaching and development training for ten Solomon Islander owned and operated businesses.   The program will also provide the ten businesses with networking opportunities and a chance to pitch their future business plans for SBD100,000 in new investment at the end of the program.   The initiative is targeted at businesses with high growth potential across all sectors of the economy and focused on businesses owned or led by women, youth, and people with disabilities. Participants of the recently launched Iumi Gro Business Accelerator program co-led by Australia and the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration. The accelerator aims to help selected businesses overcome key barriers to growth through tailored training, mento...

Residents across Choiseul Province are celebrating the completion and progress of several vital community infrastructure projects funded through the Solomon Islands–Australia Community Partnerships program. The initiatives, ranging from sanitation and clean water access to education facilities and solar power, are designed to meet priorities identified by local communities. Celebrating access to clean drinking water for seaweed farmers in Crocodile Passage with Hon Tongoua Tabe. Acting Australia’s High Commissioner to Solomon Islands, Mr Andrew Schloeffel, said Australia is working with communities across Choiseul Province to deliver practical, community-led infrastructure. “These projects reflect what communities ask for—and we’re proud to stand alongside them to make it happen.” In Northwest Choiseul Constituency, the Choiseul Bay Provincial Secondary School Sanitation Project was officially handed over, providing new toilet facilities for students and staff. Nearby, the St...

A record 67 Solomon Islands builders, contractors, and business managers have taken part in an Australia-led industry workshop to help them strengthen their project planning, cashflow management, and long-term business growth. The industry workshop - Project Scheduling and Cashflow – is the 16th to be delivered by Australia’s Solomon Islands Infrastructure Program Workforce Skills Series. Acting Australian High Commissioner to Solomon Islands, Mr Andrew Schloeffel, commended the industry participants for their commitment to professional development.   Participants of the 16th SIIP Workforce Skills Series workshop, focused on improving project planning, financial management, and long-term business growth . “It was great to see such a high level of participants of participants at this workshop. Australia is committed to supporting Solomon Islands contractors and workers take on a larger share of construction projects, creating local jobs and economic opportunity far beyond the ...

The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) Band proudly represented the nation at the inaugural Pacific Police Tattoo held on Tuesday in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, joining more than 100 police officers from across the Pacific in a vibrant celebration of culture, music and regional policing unity. Hosted by the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC), with support from the Australian Federal Police (AFP), the event was held as part of celebrations for the 50th anniversary of Papua New Guinean independence. It showcased the musical talents of nine police bands, including the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force Band. Their performance highlighted the rich cultural heritage of Solomon Islands and contributed to the spirit of unity and collaboration among Pacific law enforcement agencies. RPNGC Commissioner David Manning praised all participating bands. He said: “This event has deepened the bonds between our organisations, and has also demonstrated the strength of regional polic...

Huge recognition and reward for its ongoing efforts to promote the Solomon Islands on the Australian travel scene, Tourism Solomons has been nominated for a prestigious Australian National Travel Industry Award (NTIA). The tourist board has been nominated in the ‘Most Popular National Tourism Office’ category, one of the biggest award categories to be presented at the annual black-tie event which this year takes place at The Star Brisbane on 18 October. The nomination sees Tourism Solomons set to take on some of the biggest names in the game, going head-to-head with 15 other heavyweight Australian and international tourism boards represented in the market.   Tourism Solomons Team These include Brand USA, Destination Canada – Australia, Hawai’i Tourism Oceania, Hon Kong Tourism Board, Monaco Government Tourism Bureau, New York Division of State Tourism, Singapore Tourism Board, Switzerland Tourism, Tourism Authority of Thailand, Tourism Fiji, Tourism New Zealand/Manaakitanga A...