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Title: REGIONAL | CLIMATE CHANGE | SIBC News
Runtime: 2:10
Date posted: 27 days ago
Description: For Pacific communities, the impacts of climate change are not only about rising seas or stronger disasters.

They could also affect something much more basic; the ‘fish’ families have relied on for generations.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 14/10/2026

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Title: DISASTER REPORTING | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:57
Date posted: 27 days ago
Description: With the launch of the UmiRedi App, the Government expects disaster reports from affected areas to be received more efficiently.

A key feature of the app allows users to report hazards and disaster impacts, enabling relevant authorities to receive information more quickly and coordinate response.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 14/10/2026

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Title: BUSINESS PRESSURE | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:54
Date posted: 27 days ago
Description: Solomon Islands manufacturers are warning that soaring fuel costs could push businesses to the brink, with electricity costs rising by 45 per cent and diesel expenses jumping by 59 per cent in just five months.

The industry says businesses cannot continue absorbing these increases and is calling for urgent action before their resilience runs out.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 14/10/2026

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Title: HEALTH | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:23
Date posted: 27 days ago
Description: The Ministry of Health and Medical Services is being urged to strengthen the delivery of essential health services across the country.

The call comes as health authorities review gaps in maternal and child health services, despite strong coverage at the initial stage of care.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), recent facility assessments found that of 1,129 women attending their first antenatal visit, 84.7 percent were tested for syphilis.

One in four women tested positive. While all women who tested positive were treated, none had contact tracing carried out.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 14/10/2026

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Title: 15 October 2026 | SIBC TV NEWS
Runtime: 23:38
Date posted: 27 days ago
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Title: PINKTOBER | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:38
Date posted: 27 days ago
Description: The Ministry of Health and Medical Services has launched its breast cancer screening awareness campaign at the National Referral Hospital today, bringing together health officials, development partners and members of the public.

Held under the theme “Get Screened, get your pink ribbon shirt” the campaign aims to raise awareness about breast cancer, encourage early detection and support women and their communities.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 14/10/2026

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Title: LMU EXPO | SIBC News
Runtime: 4:01
Date posted: 27 days ago
Description: The Solomon Islands Labor Mobility Unit, within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, will host the inaugural 2026 Solomon Islands Approved Employers Expo from 20th to 22nd of October.

The event will bring 25 Australian Approved Employers to Solomon Islands to learn about the country’s labor mobility system, worker preparation programs and training pathways.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 14/10/2026

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Title: AGRICULTURE DEVELOPMENT | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:39
Date posted: 27 days ago
Description: Copra and cocoa farmers in the Kolotubi and Kolomola Wards of the Hograno-Kia-Havulei Constituency in Isabel Province officially received a copra storage and buying centre last week.

The MP for Hograno-Kia-Havulei, Hon. Jeremiah Manele along with staff from the Ministry of Rural Development, attended the handover ceremony of the facility to the Kaevanga Community Development Association (KCDA).

Note: This News Package was first aired on 14/10/2026

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Title: 14 October 2026 | SIBC TV NEWS
Runtime: 25:03
Date posted: 28 days ago
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Title: TILAPIA FARMING | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:49
Date posted: 28 days ago
Description: Residents of Kolomusu Village in Isabel Province are showing growing interest in freshwater fish farming.

SIBC TV recently visited the community, where a young boy and his uncle are raising tilapia on a small scale, each managing their own fishpond.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 13/10/2026

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Title: TEMOTU ON AWKA INCIDENT | SIBC News
Runtime: 4:43
Date posted: 28 days ago
Description: With international support and assistance from the National Government through the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC), more than 70 passengers aboard the distressed MV Awka have been brought to safety in Lata, the provincial capital of Temotu Province.

While the rescue operation was successful in saving lives at sea, the maritime incident has prompted the Temotu Provincial Government to call for a thorough investigation.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 13/10/2026

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Title: SOLTUNA ON FUEL COST | SIBC News
Runtime: 4:11
Date posted: 28 days ago
Description: Rising fuel costs are threatening the competitiveness of Solomon Islands industries.

Soltuna is calling for transparent fuel pricing and greater investment in alternative energy to protect jobs and reduce business costs.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 13/10/2026

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Title: WOMEN ON CLIMATE CHANGE | SIBC News
Runtime: 2:43
Date posted: 28 days ago
Description: Pacific climate leaders and women’s advocates are calling for stronger action on climate change, with a focus on protecting the 1.5-degree Celsius target and ensuring climate finance reaches vulnerable communities.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 13/10/2026

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Title: NURSING TRAINING | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:41
Date posted: 28 days ago
Description: The Ministry of Health and Medical Services is holding an In-Country Workshop on Nursing Regulation, Standards and Accreditation in Honiara.

The workshop is part of the Strengthening Health Workforce in the Pacific Program, implemented by the University of Technology Sydney in partnership with the South Pacific Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officers.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 13/10/2026

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Title: DISASTER RISK REDUCTION DAY | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:16
Date posted: 28 days ago
Description: Solomon Islands marks the International Day of Disaster risk reduction at the HCC youth hub bringing together stake holders, development partners, schools, and members of the public.

Held under the theme “Resilience starts at home”, the day promotes a culture of disaster risk awareness, prevention, and preparedness.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 13/10/2026

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Title: 13 October 2026 | SIBC TV NEWS
Runtime: 22:55
Date posted: 29 days ago
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Title: UMI REDI APP LAUNCHED | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:39
Date posted: 29 days ago
Description: Solomon Islands has launched a new climate and disaster preparedness app designed to help families and communities’ access important information before, during and after emergencies strike.

The Umi Redi app provides preparedness resources, family safety planning tools and access to early-warning alerts.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 12/10/2026

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Title: PASSENGERS RESCUED | SIBC News
Runtime: 4:43
Date posted: 29 days ago
Description: Search and rescue operations were successfully carried out for 73 people, including passengers and crew members, who were stranded aboard the M.V Awka after the vessel's engine failed while travelling from Anuta to Vanikoro in Temotu Province last week.

The vessel issued a distress signal on Friday morning, 9 October 2026, after its engine stopped working at around 7 a.m. It then drifted at sea over the weekend while awaiting assistance.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 12/10/2026

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Title: TEACHER CONDUCTS | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:40
Date posted: 29 days ago
Description: The Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development is reminding teachers to uphold professional conduct in accordance with Administrative Instruction No. 6.

Administrative Instruction No. 6 is an updated version of the Teaching Service Handbook.

It provides guidance for teachers and school leaders under the Education Act 2023 and the Education Regulations 2024.

The instruction covers areas such as teacher registration, professional conduct, and teaching standards.

Director of the Teaching Services Division, Murray Rotoava, highlighted the standards of conduct that teachers are expected to maintain in their profession during the recent World Teachers' Day commemoration.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 12/10/2026

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Title: PUBLIC ACCOUNTABILITY FORUM | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:12
Date posted: 29 days ago
Description: The Media Association of Solomon Islands (MASI) and the Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) last Friday held a Public Accountability Forum with Panel Discussion focusing on operational challenges, supply chains disruption and Financial Pressure.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 12/10/2026

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Title: 12 October 2026 | SIBC TV NEWS
Runtime: 19:38
Date posted: 30 days ago
Description: SIBC News is the official channel of the national broadcaster, the Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation based in Honiara, Solomon Islands.

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Title: PRE-COP31 CONCLUDES | SIBC News
Runtime: 6:06
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: Pacific leaders and climate negotiators have wrapped up four days of Pre-COP31 discussions, with the focus now turning to the decisions needed at the main climate summit in Türkiye next month.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 09/10/2026

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Title: DISASTER RESPONSE | SIBC News
Runtime: 2:38
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: Low-lying island communities are facing increasing challenges to their water security, with cyclones, coastal erosion and high tides threatening underground water sources.

Community leaders and development partners are now looking at ways to strengthen disaster preparedness and protect water resources into the future.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 09/10/2026

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Title: WATER CHALLENGES | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:53
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: Low-lying island communities are facing increasing challenges to their water security, with cyclones, coastal erosion and high tides threatening underground water sources.

Community leaders and development partners are now looking at ways to strengthen disaster preparedness and protect water resources into the future.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 09/10/2026

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EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIES TRANSPARENCY INITIATIVE | SIBC News

Title: EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIES TRANSPARENCY INITIATIVE | SIBC News
Runtime: 4:15
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: The government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening governance through the implementation of the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI).

Solomon Islands was formally readmitted as an EITI implementing country on September 16 this year, becoming the 56th country globally and the sixth in the Asia-Pacific region.

Delivering his statement during the Leadership Session of the 2026 EITI Global Conference yesterday, Finance Minister Hon. Rexon Ramofafia emphasized that the country’s return to the initiative represents a renewed national commitment to transparency, accountability and the responsible management of its natural resources.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 09/10/2026

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Title: VEO ON DISASTER FUND | SIBC News
Runtime: 4:14
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: Western Province Premier Billy Veo is questioning how the National Government will manage its 75-million-dollar disaster recovery fund.

The fund is to be administered through the National Disaster Council and the Ministry of Finance and Treasury from Honiara.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 09/10/2026

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Title: ELECTRICITY TARIFF | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:05
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: The GREAT Coalition Government is continuing efforts to reduce electricity prices, with a target retail rate of US 15 cent per kilowatt-hour.

Prime Minister Matthew Wale told journalists at a press conference that the target is intended to ensure energy producers sell electricity at a wholesale rate lower than the retail price.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 09/10/2026

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Title: SPORT | CHESS | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:06
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: The Solomon Islands Chess Federation is taking chess into schools to encourage more young people to learn and play the game.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 09/10/2026

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Title: 09 October 2026 | SIBC TV NEWS
Runtime: 27:39
Date posted: 1 month ago
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Title: SOCIAL PROTECTION | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:34
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: Solomon Islands needs a stronger social protection system to help vulnerable families cope with poverty, disasters and other shocks.

The country remains highly exposed to climate change and natural hazards, which can quickly affect household income, food security, health and education.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 08/10/2026

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SOLOMON ISLANDS NATIONAL UNIVERSITY | SIBC News

Title: SOLOMON ISLANDS NATIONAL UNIVERSITY | SIBC News
Runtime: 2:29
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: The Solomon Islands National University is calling for a stronger partnership with the government to support national development and economic reforms.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 08/10/2026

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Title: TEACHING CONDITIONS | SIBC News
Runtime: 4:29
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: Florence Young Christian School (FYCS) in Honiara has been recognised as a model school for leading the way in maintaining the recommended teacher-to-student ratio of 1:35 in the country.

The recognition was highlighted during the recent World Teachers' Day celebration, which also emphasized the importance of the Go Public! Fund Education Campaign in addressing overcrowded classrooms.

The Go Public! Fund Education Campaign advocates for increased public investment in quality education, improved working conditions for teachers and education workers, and measures to address teacher shortages and overcrowded classrooms.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 08/10/2026

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Title: CLIMATE TARGET | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:15
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: Pacific Island countries are pushing to keep the 1.5-degree Celsius climate target alive, despite concerns that there has already been a climate overshoot.

The issue is expected to be a key focus for Pacific Nations at the COP31 in Turkey.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 08/10/2026

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Title: MP ENTITLEMENT | SIBC News
Runtime: 1:48
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: Prime Minister Matthew Wale says overseas medical treatment for Members of Parliament is provided for under the Members of Parliament Entitlements Regulations.

The regulations set out the medical benefits available to MPs, while the Members of Parliament Entitlements Commission is responsible for determining their entitlements.

Mr. Wale was asked at a press conference about his confidence in the legal processes governing MPs who travel overseas for medical treatment using public funds.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 08/10/2026

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SPORT | GUADALCANAL FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP 2026 | SIBC News

Title: SPORT | GUADALCANAL FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP 2026 | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:00
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: East Central FC has maintained its lead at the top of the Guadalcanal Cup 2026 Pool A table.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 08/10/2026

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Title: 08 October 2026 | SIBC TV NEWS
Runtime: 19:02
Date posted: 1 month ago
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Title: TAX REFORM CONSULTATION | SIBC News
Runtime: 2:56
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: The Ministry of Finance and Treasury held a consultation at Solomon Islands National University on the Government’s tax reforms, including the proposed Value-Added Tax ( VAT.)

Note: This News Package was first aired on 07/10/2026

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Title: HEALTH AND EDUCATION ACCESS | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:28
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: Unequal access to basic services in remote communities is one of the key issues identified by the Social Welfare Division of the Ministry of Health during consultations on the planned Solomon Islands National Social Protection Framework.

Access to health and education services remains difficult for people living in remote communities, particularly people living with disabilities, women and children.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 07/10/2026

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Title: INCLUSIVE EDUCATION | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:06
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: As graduation approaches at San Isidro, Year Four student Emmanuel Taeboniae is looking ahead to what comes next.

Through sign language and the support of a translator, Emmanuel shares his experience at school and what he hopes to do after graduation.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 07/10/2026

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Title: RICE HARVEST | SIBC News
Runtime: 1:49
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: The Rice Trial Project at Dodo Creek has reached a major milestone with its first harvest on the 6th of October 2026

The project is a landmark agricultural research initiative aimed at building a self-reliant, sustainable, and commercially viable domestic rice industry in Solomon Islands.

It is being implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development in partnership with the Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences (JAAS) of China.

A ceremony was held to officially mark the first harvest, bringing together officials from the Ministry, JAAS rice experts, and representatives from JQY.

Deputy Secretary Corporate of the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, Elda Wate, described the occasion as a significant milestone.

She said the project aligns with the GREAT Government's agriculture policy to develop a modern and commercially viable agricultural sector capable of producing more food locally, ...

Title: FUND MONITORING | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:54
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: The Government says strict monitoring and evaluation will be required throughout the Cyclone Maila shelter recovery program in Western and Choiseul provinces.

National Disaster Council (NDC) Chairman David Hiriasia said funding has been allocated for monitoring and evaluation, with the Ministry of Finance stressing the need for proper oversight.

He says accountability is a major concern for Government, particularly following recent court cases and audit findings, including the Pacific Games Audit Report.

Mr. Hiriasia said NDC is a whole-of-government body, and not the responsibility of the Ministry of Environment alone.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 07/10/2026

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PRIME MINISTER WALE ON CLIMATE CHANGE | SIBC News

Title: PRIME MINISTER WALE ON CLIMATE CHANGE | SIBC News
Runtime: 4:16
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: Prime Minister Matthew Wale has called for urgent action to address the impacts of climate change.

Speaking at the Pre-COP 31 Leaders Plenary Session in Nadi Fiji, the Prime Minister called on major emitters to reduce emissions and urged for climate finance to reach vulnerable Pacific nations.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 07/10/2026

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Title: 07 October 2026 | SIBC TV NEWS
Runtime: 19:57
Date posted: 1 month ago
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Title: SOCIAL PROTECTION DIALOGUE | SIBC News
Runtime: 4:00
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: Solomon Islands has held its first National Dialogue on Social Protection at the Heritage Park Hotel.

The dialogue aims to advance the country’s social protection agenda, bringing together representatives from key government ministries, provincial governments, civil society organizations and the National Disability Forum.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 06/10/2026

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Title: SOSA - HALL OF FAME | SIBC News
Runtime: 2:07
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: The Selwyn College Old Scholars Association, SOSA, Saturday 10th of October 2026 will unveil the school’s first-ever Hall of Fame.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 06/10/2026

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Title: FUNDING CLARIFICATION | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:47
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: Resources for Tropical Cyclone Maila’s shelter recovery in Western and Choiseul provinces will not be channelled directly to Provincial Disaster Committees, as funding remains under the National Disaster Council’s arrangements.

National Disaster Management Office Director Jonathan Tafiariki told journalists at a press conference that any support required through the Provincial Disaster Committees will still be channelled through the NDC.

This follows questions over Western Premier Billy Veo’s call for provinces to have greater control over the recovery program.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 06/10/2026

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Title: TEACHER'S BENEFITS | SIBC News
Runtime: 3:37
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: Teachers could receive housing assistance and improved travel benefits from next year, under a new policy being developed by the government.

The announcement was made during the World Teachers’ Day celebration, where concerns about teachers’ working and living conditions were also raised.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 06/10/2026

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Title: WORLD TEACHERS DAY | SIBC News
Runtime: 2:23
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: The celebration was held at the Gizo Community High School Hall under the theme, “Protecting and Advancing the Status of the Teaching Profession.”

The celebration brought together teachers, schools, communities, and education authorities to recognize the important role teachers play in educating and shaping the country’s future.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 06/10/2026

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Title: HCC TRAINING | SIBC News
Runtime: 2:47
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: The Honiara City Council is currently hosting a training program for its Enforcement officers.

The training is conducted with support from the China Police Liaison Team of the People’s Republic of China.

Note: This News Package was first aired on 06/10/2026

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Title: 06 October 2026 | SIBC TV NEWS
Runtime: 19:06
Date posted: 1 month ago
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