Environment • Solomon IslandsPacific island nation has climate money but not the machinery to get it to communities fastOver NZ$200m in climate finance is secured but Solomon Islands still relies on foreign organisations to manage much of the money while ministers warn disaster funding must arrive before it is too late.PMN NewsWed, 11 Nov
Health • Solomon IslandsSolomons cuts scabies by 83 per cent in major Pacific health victoryNew figures show the disease has fallen from affecting almost one in four people to fewer than one in 25 due to mass treatment.PMN NewsWed, 11 Nov
Sports • Solomon IslandsSolomons powerlifters claim gold and silver in Oceania championshipThe team is returning home with a haul of medals after their stunning success at the 2026 Oceania Regional Powerlifting tournament in Fiji.Elton Lonaratha JnrFri, 06 Nov
Community • Papua New Guinea • Solomon Islands • Vanuatu • New Caledonia • FijiMelanesian Festival marks five years of cultural pride, unity in Aotearoa New ZealandThousands gathered in Auckland to celebrate Pacific communities in a vibrant display of culture, identity and belonging.Lachlan EddieTue, 03 Nov
Sports • Solomon Islands • TahitiSolomons miss World Cup again as coach calls for action at homeJames Naka says a stronger domestic game is needed after the Bilikiki fell just short against Tahiti in the Oceania beach soccer final.Elton Lonaratha JnrMon, 02 Nov
Environment • Sāmoa • Palau • Solomon IslandsEl Niño tightens grip on Pacific as authorities warn of drought and extreme weatherMeteorological agencies across the Pacific are warning of the impacts the 2026-2027 El Niño will bring, with several countries already reporting drought conditions and water shortages.Lachlan EddieFri, 23 Oct
Health • Solomon IslandsHigh blood pressure a silent killer, Solomon Islands calls for stronger actionRemote communities, staff shortages and changing diets are making high blood pressure prevention and treatment increasingly difficult.Lachlan EddieFri, 23 Oct
Sports • Solomon Islands • New CaledoniaBilikiki aim to end beach soccer 13-year title droughtFormer star James Naka leads Solomon Islands’ push to reclaim Oceania’s beach soccer title and return to the World Cup.Elton Lonaratha JnrThu, 22 Oct
Sports • Solomon Islands • Vanuatu • New CaledoniaSolomon Islands strike gold as Pacific youth tennis talent shines in New Caledonia meetTeam Solomons claim the U14 and U18 doubles titles while young players from across Melanesia gain international experience at the Pacific Youth International Tournament in Nouméa.Elton Lonaratha JnrWed, 21 Oct
Education • Solomon IslandsFree education pledge inspires Solomons students in AotearoaMinister Stephen Kumi shares Honiara's plans for major school reforms during a look-and-learn tour across Aotearoa.Lachlan EddieMon, 19 Oct
