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Malaita health advises public to get immunized against polio

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…Read Article

Man stabbed for saying ‘good night’

Man stabbed for saying ‘good night’

A 25-year-old man from a village near Auki Town in Malaita has been arrested for stabbing a 23-year-old man because he (partner) was unhappy with his wife for saying ‘good night’ to the young victim.The suspect committed the incident on Saturday 31 May 2025 when under the influence of alcohol. Auki police have arrested the suspect following the stabbing incident.Provincial Police Commander (PPC) of Malaita Province, Chief Superintendent Tex Tafo…Read Article

Drivers in Auki advised on load capacity

Drivers in Auki advised on load capacity

Following the successful completion of emergency repair work at Fiu Bridge over the weekend, the Ministry of Infrastructure Development’s (MID) Transport Infrastructure Management Service Division (TIMSD) advises vehicle owners and local businesses in Malaita Province to exercise caution regarding the bridge’s load capacity.Due to its age and structural integrity, it is strongly recommended that vehicles with a gross weight or payload exceeding …Read Article

Fiu bridge reopens after emergency repair works

Fiu Bridge, located approximately 6 km from Malaita’s provincial capital, Auki, was reopened to traffic on Thursday night following emergency repair works. China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation management has expressed regret over the incident and has committed resources to repairing the damaged sections and implementing further upgrades to enhance the structure’s integrity.In response to the emergency, an engineer from the Ministry …Auki · Auki Read Article

MID engineers assess Fiu bridge

A team from the Ministry of Infrastructure and Development (MID) in Honiara arrived in Auki on Wednesday to carry out a thorough assessment of the damaged Fiu Bridge in Central Kwara’ae, Malaita province.The assessment follows an incident on Monday, when a heavily loaded dump truck carrying gravel—owned by the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC)—crossed the old bridge and caused significant damage.The Fiu Bridge, a bailey-ty…Auki · Auki Read Article

Gender, leadership and climate change training in East Are’Are

Women from Hunanawa, Hautahe and Ha’atanasi communities in East Are’Are, Malaita Province recently received training on gender, leadership and climate change.The training was facilitated by Ella Kauhue and Belinda Arapa’asi. Recognizing the crucial role of women as leaders in their community, the training ws to build their capacity and to empower them to stand strong in their communities with dignity and confidence. Men leaders from the thr…Malaita Province · Malaita Province Read Article

Seawall for Auki market proposed

A shoreline protection wall, safeguarding Malaita’s largest building infrastructure against the increasing threats of sea level rise and coastal erosion is being proposed.Community Access and Urban Service Enhancement (CAUSE) II Project will undertake the task to enhance the resilience of Auki Market.This project aligns with the province’s broader climate adaptation strategy, aiming to protect vital public infrastructure from the adverse impacts…Auki · Auki Read Article

Fiu bridge damaged, hundreds affected

THE only bailey bridge at Fiu river, Central Kwarae’a, Malaita Province which provides a crucial link connecting the northern and eastern regions of the province to Auki, had been cut off.The came after a heavily loaded dump truck carrying gravel owned by the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) damaged the bridge while crossing the old bridge.The damage had disrupted travel and movements of hundreds of vehicles, commuters, r…Auki · Auki Read Article

Mothers Raise Concern over Increasing Alcohol Consumption in Auki

FEMALE cloth vendors in Auki, Malaita Province have raised serious concerns over the increasing number of people consuming alcohol in public spaces within the town.The women said, it has become common to witness both young and older individuals openly drinking in public areas, creating discomfort and fear among residents, particularly women and children.A female vendor, who spoke to this paper on the condition of anonymity, said public drinking …Macau · Macau See the Story

MID Safeguards team conducts consultation on Auki road project

The Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) Safeguards Team has completed the initial public consultations and assessments with key stakeholders last week (19th– 23rd May) to fast-track essential requirements before full rehabilitation of the China-aid Auki Road Project commences.The consultation meeting brought together representatives from various stakeholders, including the Malaita Provincial Government Executive, Solomon Power, Solomon …Theresa May · Auki Read Article

Japanese officials visit project sites in Malaita

A DELEGATION from the Japanese Grassroots Grant Assistance Program based in Honiara recently visited a number of their funded projects in Malaita.The visit was part of their ongoing efforts to assess development needs in the Malaita region.The delegation was accompanied by Daniel Suidani, Member for Ward 5 in West fataleka and former Premier of Malaita Province. The purpose of the visit was to inspect existing facilities and evaluate areas that …Auki · Auki Read Article

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