Australia is supporting TVET students from the Solomon Islands National University (SINU) to gain hands-on experience through Australian-supported infrastructure projects across Solomon Islands.
Australia is helping to strengthen the skills of local contractors and government officers to support the long-term delivery of quality infrastructure across Solomon Islands.
Australia is providing on-the-job training to local contractors delivering Australian- supported infrastructure, including the new Malu’u Market redevelopment in North Malaita.
Australia’s focus on building the capacity of local workers on Australian-supported infrastructure projects is delivering long-term employment for Solomon Islanders.
Australia is supporting infrastructure upgrades to the Red Cross Special Development Centre to reduce flooding, following an urgent call by the Solomon Islands Government.
Communities in North Malaita are planting more than 2,000 mangrove seedlings to protect the coastline around the new Malu’u Market, combining nature-based solutions with major infrastructure investment.
Stories of the families, health workers and community leaders behind the new Naha Birthing and Urban Health Centre have been brought to life by new artworks unveiled at the Centre ahead of opening.
The Australia-supported Solomon Islands Infrastructure Program is working with government and industry to strengthen the safety and resilience of infrastructure across Solomon Islands.
Solomon Islands’ National Transport Fund Board has praised the quality and progress of Australian-funded road upgrades to the national transport network, reconnecting communities to markets, schools and essential services.
Operational training is well underway at the new Naha Birthing and Urban Health Centre to ensure staff are ready to provide safe and environmentally responsible health services within the local community.
Marking this year’s World Environment Day, Australia is supporting King George VI National Secondary School to green their environment and reduce the climate impact of infrastructure development in Solomon Islands.
Construction of the SBD250 million Naha Birthing and Urban Health Centre is now complete, with final commissioning and staff training underway ahead of its grand opening.