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Old Auki wharf poses safety risk

Old Auki wharf poses safety risk

MEMBERS of the public in Auki, Malaita Province are being warned to stay away from the deteriorating old Auki wharf, which has become a serious safety hazard. The structure, which has long been neglected is in a severe state of disrepair. Steel rods are now exposed from its surface, creating a dangerous environment for anyone walking or playing on the wharf. A security officer stationed at the site told the Solomon Star that the old wharf is uns…Read Article

Suidani, Talifilu’s trial set

Suidani, Talifilu’s trial set

THE trial of Malaita Provincial Assembly Member for West Baegu-Fataleka Ward and former Malaita Premier Daniel Suidani and his political adviser Celsius Talifilu will proceed on Thursday. Initially, the trial was scheduled to take place this week in the Honiara Magistrate’s Court but was delayed due to their lawyer’s conflicting High Court trial. However, it was announced yesterday that the High Court trial would no longer proceed, and the presi…Read Article

Malaita NOD league table officially launched

Malaita NOD league table officially launched

THE Malaita Province “No Open Defecation” (NOD) League Table was officially launched on Friday in Auki, marking a significant step in the region’s efforts to promote safe sanitation practices. The NOD League Table ranks each ward in the province based on the percentage of their population practicing no open defecation, aiming to drive progress and accountability at the grassroots level. The launch event brought together a wide range of stakehold…Read Article

Three new women’s body formed in Malaita

THE Malaita Province Council of Women has successfully established three new Ward Councils of Women in the northern region of Malaita. The newly formed councils represent Wards 10, 11, and 12, marking a significant milestone in the Council’s efforts to strengthen women’s representation and participation at the grassroots level. President of the Malaita Province Council of Women Rebecca Awa, officiated in the establishment ceremonies. In an inter…Auki · Auki Read Article

Probe into missing crew continues

AUKI police are continuing their investigation into the disappearance of a crew member who reportedly fell overboard from Pelican II while enroute from Honiara to Malaita Province early this month. The incident is believed to have occurred at an unknown location between Gela and Malaita on Friday 6th June. The missing man was a crew member aboard the vessel at the time of the incident. A search and rescue operation was launched at 7pm on Friday …Auki · Auki Read Article

Under-age drinking on the rise in Auki

POLICE in Malaita Province have reported a concerning rise in under-age drinking, particularly amongst students, in public areas around Auki. During the first crime prevention operation conducted in Auki two weeks ago, officers arrested three young men and issued warnings to several under-age boys and girls found drinking and causing public disturbances. Malaita Provincial Police Operation Manager Michael Ramosaea, said the operation revealed th…Auki · Auki Read Article

Seaweed farming soars in Malaita

SEAWEED farming in Malaita Province is gradually increasing compared to previous years, when only a few farmers were involved in marine algae cultivation. According to the Malaita Provincial Fisheries Office, more than ten sites across the eastern, northern, and southern regions of Malaita are actively engaging in farming seaweed and are in the process of expanding their operations. Alick Konamalefo, Fisheries Officer for Malaita, confirmed that…Auki · Auki Read Article

Alledged murder case in East Malaita probed

Police in Malaita Province are investigating an alleged murder case following a brawl that broke out in the eastern region of the province on Saturday, 14th June. According to police, the incident stemmed from a dispute over a compensation payment, which escalated into a violent confrontation, resulting in the death of an elderly man. Malaita Provincial Police Operations Manager, Michael Ramosaea, told the Solomon Star that officers have respond…Auki · Auki Read Article

Ten-year-old caught drinking kwaso

Auki Police in Malaita were shocked to discover a 10-year-old boy consuming kwaso, a locally brewed alcoholic beverage in public with a group of youths during a patrol near the old Auki wharf last week. According to Malaita Provincial Police Operations Manager, Michael Ramosaea, the boy was seen in the company of older individuals who allegedly forced him to consume the illegal substance. “It was both shocking and disturbing to see such a young …Auki · Auki Read Article

MOI villagers concern over beche-de-mer buying prices

VILLAGERS in the Malaita Outer Islands (MOI) are raising concerns over the low buying prices being offered by four foreign buyers at Pelau and Luaniua. Reports reaching the Solomon Star indicated that about four foreign buyers are operating in Pelau, purchasing beche-de-mer at prices significantly lower than those set by the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR). Former Provincial Assembly Member for Ward 31 in the Malaita Outer Isla…Auki · Auki Read Article

Malaita health advises public to get immunized against polio

THE Malaita Provincial Health Authority has recently issued a warning to communities in Malaita regarding the threat of polio, following reports of an outbreak in neighboring Papua New Guinea (PNG).Speaking during the handover ceremony of a water supply system at Kakalano Catholic Parish in West Kwara’ae, Malaita Provincial, Health Director Dr. David Danitofea highlighted the importance of immunization in preventing the spread of the disease.“Ac…Health · Auki Read Article

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