The Pacific Tourism Organisation Hosts Two-Week Research Training for PNGTPA to Strengthen Tourism Data Capacity

From 16 to 30 September 2025, the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) hosted a two-week research training program for the Papua New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority (PNGTPA), aimed at strengthening PNGTPA’s capacity to manage and deliver...

Tourism leads the way in phasing out plastics & promoting local flavours

Tourism Solomons in collaboration with Pacific Tourism (SPTO) hosted key stakeholders from across the region to update, inform, and align on critical sustainability initiatives that aim to reshape the future of tourism in the Pacific. Taking place...

Solomon Islands PM congratulates PNG on its 50th anniversary

Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has congratulated Papua New Guinea on its 50th Independence Anniversary today. Manele arrived in Port Moresby over the weekend at the invitation of Papua New Guinea’s Prime Minister, James Marape, to...

Solomon Islands introduces policy to balance AI benefits and exam integrity

The Solomon Islands’ Education Minister hopes a new policy will help tackle the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in school exams. This comes as the government aims to manage the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) among students...

These countries require a 6-month passport validity for travellers

The rules are in place so that foreign travellers do not stay beyond the period specified on their visas, unintentionally due to sudden passport expiration. Sudden expiration results in unnecessary complications if they get stranded in a foreign...

“One of the important thing I learnt is how to Navigate” Meet young Nawai who sailed from Fiji to Solomon Islands

By Jimmy Nolan In the month of August Uto ni Yalo voyaging canoe from Fiji with a 15 regional crew from Oceania left Suva for the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM) in Honiara, Solomon Islands. After days at seas, Uto Ni Yalo reached...

National Day 2025: Celebrating Progress through Sustainable Tourism

This year, the Solomon Islands marked its 2025 National Day with a lively display of unity, cultural pride, and a renewed commitment to sustainable tourism and inclusive development. The celebrations served as a powerful reminder of the nation’s...

Discover the Heart of Rendova: A Living Model of Sustainable Tourism at Titiru Eco Lodge

Tucked away in the untouched wilderness of Ughele Village on Rendova Island, Western Province, Titiru Eco Lodge is more than just a destination — it’s a living, breathing model of how tourism can nurture nature, culture, and community all at once....

4th Grereo Festival 2025 underway in Honiara

By Mary Manelegua The 4th Grereo Festival 2025, has officially commenced in Honiara today. The event, themed “Rooted in Culture, Rising as One: Isabel Youth in Celebration,” aims to showcase the unique cultural heritage of Isabel Province through...

Obituary - David Scott Johnson 1969-2025  

David Johnson, originally from Havre, Montana, passed away on September 18, 2025, after a life of extraordinary service and global adventure. A 1988 graduate of Havre High School, Dave was deeply grateful to the Havre community for supporting his...

Harnessing global standards to make food safer in Honiara

HONIARA, 25 September 2025 – The Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS), through its Food Safety Unit, in partnership with Honiara City Council and Guadalcanal Province, has successfully conducted a two-day Hazard Analysis and Critical...

 Illegal beche-de-mer trading at PNG-SI border

An alleged illegal cross-border trade of beche-de-mer between Bougainville and the Western Province has raised serious concern among authorities and local communities in the border region. Reports reaching the Solomon Star revealed that within two...

CPTOA executive meeting in Honiara

BY CHRIS ALEX The Central Province Tourism Operators Association (CPTOA) held its executive committee meeting yesterday in Honiara, marking a significant step forward since the revitalisation of the Association in February 2025. The meeting serves...

Steady progress on Rescue Fire Service Station at Honiara International Airport

The Ministry of Communication and Aviation (MCA) is pleased to announce steady progress on the construction of the Rescue Fire Service Station at Honiara International Airport. The work is funded by the World Bank under the Second Solomon Islands...

From Slow to Fiery Finish: Bonfire Fest Jazz Up Crowd

The Pacific Crown Hotel’s waterfront venue in Honiara came alive on Saturday night as the 2025 Bonfire Festival overcame a quiet start to deliver a vibrant celebration of Pacific musical extravaganza. Although the early hours saw sparse crowd...

Government Must Not Miss PALM Reform Opportunity: AWU

The Australian Workers’ Union has called on the Commonwealth to make major changes to the PALM Deed and Guidelines, arguing that workers’ pay, safety and well-being, and Australia’s standing in the Pacific, are at risk under the status quo. The...

‘END CHILD MARRIAGE’

International day of the girl marked with call to eliminate forced unions BY NED GAGAHE International Day of the Girl was marked yesterday with the call to end child marriage. Plan International Solomon Islands yesterday joined partners, students...

UAE issues $10m in funding for natural disaster defences in Asia and the Pacific

The UAE has allocated $10 million towards efforts to build resilience to natural disasters in the Asia-Pacific region. Announced under the directives of President Sheikh Mohamed through the UAE International Aid Agency, the funding will go to...

UAE Pledges $10 Million to Aid Asia-Pacific Disaster Relief

Under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE has announced the allocation of US$10 million to enhance the resilience of communities across Asia and the Pacific to deal with natural disasters. The...

Terminate the Airlines Officer in Lata

Dear Editor – Thank you for allowing me space to publish my view in your leading newspaper in the country. My view will focus mainly on chronic concern from frequent travelling passengers regarding the performance of the Solomon Airline Officer in...