Koloale register third defeat

Koloale have slumped to their third defeat of the 2012 O-League season after they were thumped 3-1 by former champions Hekari United in Port Moresby this afternoon.

Koloale are experiencing a deja vu of their 2011 campaign The win takes Hekari to four points from their three Group B matches, second equal with Vanuatu’s Amicale who have a game in hand as they prepare to face group leaders Auckland City on 18 January to round out Match Day 3. Koloale meanwhile are left reeling after three straight defeats and look unlikely to emulate their efforts from three seasons ago when they reached the final. In a match that had been rescheduled from last weekend, Hekari got off to a flyer as Taniela Waqa put his side ahead in the 6th minute after reacting first to a rebound. The 2010 O-League champions kept up the attack with Andrew Lepani heading home 10 minutes later to make it 2-0 and give the 6,000 local fans something to cheer about. Kema Jack had a number of chances to extend the lead before half-time but the typically composed striker failed to convert and was replaced by Raymond Gunemba on 43 minutes. The home side settled well in the second half and had breathing space after 79 minutes when Fijian import Pita Bolatoga made it 3-0. Solomon Islands international and beach soccer star James Naka pulled one back three minutes later but it was too little too late for the visitors. Hekari coach Jerry Allen was pleased to pick up their first win of the O-League season.  “It was good to play at home after two away matches and we got the result we needed. Our game plan was to attack early and we stuck to that, scoring two quick goals. Overall I’m really happy with how the boys played,” said Allen. Hekari will enjoy two more home matches in the new year welcoming Amicale and Auckland City in February and March respectively before the return leg to Solomon Islands in their final Group B match. The road for Koloale gets even tougher as they ready themselves for an away trip to Auckland City on 18 February before hosting Amicale and Hekari. Source: SIFF

PM Visits Rove

Prime Minister Lilo

After a week in the prime minister's office the newly elected Prime Minister Mr. Gordon Darcy Lilo had three official visitations with in Honiara.Yesterday, Lilo made his third visitation to Rove Police Headquarters in Honiara.

His visitation to Rove was to thank the Royal Solomon Islands Police force for their operation through out Honiara town during the ministerial election last Wednesday. His victory brings anger to the general public that results in a peaceful demonstration. The public does not welcome the result since many claim that Lilo had several corruption related issues against his name. However, with the presence of the Police and RAMSI the situation was in control and the movement was stopped.

On arrival at Rove compound, the police mounted a parade to welcome the Prime Minister's visitation.

New Finance Minister begins with a vision




Finance Minister Mr Hou

The newly appointed Solomon Islands Finance minister Mr. Ricky Hou begins his new portfolio with a vision. Hou was appointed after the revolutionary that over throws prime minister Mr. Danny Philip following corruption allegations on him. Hou confidently informed the nation that he has a vision for Solomon Islands, he vows to get the country's economy back on its feet. In an interview, the minister revealed that although the economy of Solomon Islands had improved compared to previous years there are still lot to be done.

It is now time to get down to business after the political change the nation had experienced. With his vision, he plans to implement alteration on the following: controlling domestic inflation of prices of goods, stabilize taxation and work towards alternatives that would see low paid workers not having to pay tax. Besides that he plans to include the following in the next budget. Look at possible ways to lower the tax rates to enable companies to be profitable. This Mr Hou said would increase the confidence of business houses and investors to invest in the country for more investment that would result in more economic activities. Increase Government support to productive sectors such as supporting local farmers, fishermen and Invest more in the agricultural, commerce and particularly the tourism sector.

The minister believed that once his vision is achieved the nation will have a strong and broad economic base.
However, for now he's immediate task is to get down to business and pass the national budget.

Now the political game is over and its time to move on what ever the road is that doesn't matter only the end will be counted as reward.