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Construction of the new, climate resilient Buala Market has passed a critical milestone, with the protective sea wall nearing completion and market house foundations now underway.
Australia through SIIP will provide over SBD70 million in infrastructure support to make the Malaita South Road more reliable and climate resilient for communities and commerce.
Over 60 local industry representatives learnt how to better estimate costs for tendering for projects, helping them to win work and maintain a profitable, sustainable business.
Since 2019, Australia has invested in over SBD5 billion in infrastructure in Solomon Islands, with over 460 projects delivered across all provinces by mostly local companies and local workers.
Tulagi’s main market officially reopened following Australian-funded refurbishments, revitalising the Central Province capital with a more functional, accessible and climate resilient market.
The eagerly awaited Honiara Central Market extension opened on Thursday 11 July 2024 with a large undercover space and stalls for 100 vendors.
Australian High Commission acting Counsellor Samantha Bell officially handed over the last of five new Honiara bus shelters to Honiara City Council Deputy Mayor Clement Terewauri, providing accessible, all-weather protection for thousands of travellers.
Over 25 leaders from Naha and surrounding communities in East Honiara have endorsed the next steps for the construction of the new SBD250m/AUD45m Naha Birthing and Urban Health Centre.
The new Western Extension of the Honiara’s Central Market will be completed next month, creating undercover space for 100 vendors.