Miss Pacific Island contestants in rehearsal
Rehearsals for the Miss Pacific Islands pageant opening number are in full swing with the contestants putting in the work as they prepare for the big night. The reigning Miss Pacific Islands, Moemoana Schwenke, along with her parents and team — including Maryjane Mckibbin-Schwenke Miss South Pacific 1997/98 — offered their time and support as well as Honiara’s own talented choreographer, James Apaniai (4th left), who guided the ladies through their routines. [courtesy photo]
LHS students at DMWR
What is Life History of a Fish? Leone High School Science class led by teacher Tautasi Falanai are learning first hand from DMWR fisheries assistant biologist Sean Felise and key reef technician Pemerika Mahuka. [courtesy photo]
Miss Pacific Island contestants with SINU officials
The Solomon Islands National University (SINU) welcomed the reigning Miss Pacific Islands, Moemoana Schwenke (center back row with crown), along with the eight contestants vying for the next Miss Pacific Crown, during its Orientation Week. The Pro Vice-Chancellor Academic, Dr. Eric Katovai (center back row), extended a warm welcome to the distinguished guests [courtesy photo]
Meet the CCCP team
Sherry Ho Chee, Comprehensive Cancer Control Program (CCCP) Manager; Aomalu Logovii, Outreach Coordinator; and Faiva Iosefa, Administrative Assistant. The CCCP is a vital part of the territory’s public health efforts, addressing the growing burden of cancer in our community. Contact them at 699-5483 for more information. [courtesy photo]  

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