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Day 5 at Pacific Mini Games: 3 More Medals for Guam

Track and Field · Western Province

Day 5 at Pacific Mini Games: 3 More Medals for Guam

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Guam got another three medals after swimmer Amaya Bollinger and track and field athletes Hugh Kent and Alonzo Acosta won in their respective sports with the total medals for Guam at six as of Friday morning.See the Story

KAC alumni reunion brings together former students and teachers

Western Province, Solomon Islands · Western Province

KAC alumni reunion brings together former students and teachers

By Lachlan Eddie The Kukudu Adventist College (KAC) Mini Reunion of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church has reconnected former students and teachers including current students. The program officially opened at the Kukudu Campus, Kolombangara Island in Western Province on Thursday under the theme “Building God’s Sanctuary.” Speaking during the opening ceremony, KAC Alumni Committee Chairlady Mrs. Sharon Kele welcomed all alumni, current students, an…Read Article

No dispute, Huawei tower project makes progress

Huawei · Western Province

No dispute, Huawei tower project makes progress

The construction of Huawei telecommunications towers under the Solomon Islands National Broadband Infrastructure Project (SINBIP) is progressing smoothly in Vella La Vella, Western Province—with no disputes reported to date. Six tower sites are currently under development across Vella, located in Vatoro, Dovele, Java, Lambulambu, Beiporo, and Vonunu. Some of them are already completed. The project is aimed at expanding mobile network and interne…Read Article

Youth dies during church convention

A young man in his early 20s tragically died during the United Church of Solomon Islands (UCSI) National Youth Convention held last week at Kokegolo, Munda, in Western Province. The deceased, who was from Wagina in Choiseul Province, was one of the participants attending the week-long church gathering. Unconfirmed reports suggest that his death may be linked to the consumption of an illegal substance known locally as “coupen.” Witnesses reported…Western Province, Solomon Islands · Western Province Read Article

South Vella committee officers equipped with new outfits

The Southeast Vella (SEV)Community Policing Committee (CPC) in Western Province was recently boosted with a new set of uniforms.This has lifted the morale and visibility of its community-based officers in their ongoing efforts to maintain law and order across the constituency.The official handover of the uniforms took place last month, with members of the committee expressing appreciation for the support shown towards their voluntary work in enh…Western Province, Solomon Islands · Western Province Read Article

VIBA FA hosts 11-a-side tournament, promoting unity - Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)

By Lachlan Eddie The Viru and Bareho Football Association (VIBA FA) is set to host an 11-a-side soccer tournament from 2nd July to 7th July at the Bekebeka Community High School’s soccer field in Marovo, Western Province. This is the first time for VIBA to host a 11 aside football tournament in upper Marovo region-Gatokae Island. VIBA Secretary, Pellington Senky confirmed this exciting football event to SIBC Sport in an exclusive interview. “We …Soccer · Western Province Read Article

Minor road repairs brought smiles to West Gizo residents

ONGOING minor road repair works led by JED Enterprise Company Ltd have brought noticeable relief to residents in West Gizo, Western Province. This came after commuters and farmers have long endured deteriorating road conditions. The initiative followed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Western Province Investment Corporation (WPIC), under the Western Provincial Government, and JED Company Ltd. The deal which grants …Western Province, Solomon Islands · Western Province Read Article

Poor shipping services affect copra, cocoa farmers in West

Farmers in the Western Province have voiced serious concerns over poor shipping services, which they claimed is limiting the full potential of agricultural production and market access—particularly for copra and cocoa commodities.According to the Western Provincial Agriculture Office, despite recent gains in plantation improvement thanks to funding support from the Cocoa and Coconut Revolving Fund (CCRF), ongoing issues with shipping continue to…Western Province, Solomon Islands · Western Province Read Article

Revolving fund boosts farmers, improve production

TEN local farmers from the Western Province have reported significant improvements in their coconut and cocoa plantations after receiving support from the Cocoa and Coconut Revolving Fund (CCRF), an initiative aimed at revitalizing the country’s agriculture sector. The farmers were among 57 recipients nationwide—including buyers, traders, and exporters—who received cheque payments during an official handover ceremony held on Friday, 2 May. The e…Western Province, Solomon Islands · Western Province Read Article

Ex-Kukudu students, staff urged to join KAC Alumni reunion

FORMER students and staff of Kukudu Adventist College (KAC) located on Kolombangara, Western Province have been urged to join the much anticipated program next week. The event will commence on Monday 30th June to July 7th 2025 at Kukudu. Preparations are well underway at the campus. Ahead of the weeklong program, organisers have released the official program for the event on Thursday. “This gathering is more than just an event—it’s a celebration…Western Province, Solomon Islands · Western Province Read Article

Youth groups receive $1k each from SNGR&T constituency - Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)

By LACHLAN EDDIE United Church youth groups within the South New Georgia Rendova and Tetepare (SNGR&T) Constituency have each received $1,000 from the constituency. These youth groups are currently participating in the United Church National Youth Convention being hosted at Koqegolo in Munda, Western Province. Patmos Youth Chaplain, Thomson Namo Panda told SIBC News that the Constituency Project Officer (CPO) personally hand-delivered the financ…Munda · Munda Read Article

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