Albert Einstein once said, “You have to learn the rules of the game. And then you have to play better than anyone else.” That’s why it’s critically important for tax practitioners, and people having interaction with the tax...
Grassroot Institute of Hawaii researchers find that the county’s policies regarding water fixtures are outdated and need reform HONOLULU, Sept. 4, 2024 >> A new report from the Grassroot Institute of Hawaii shows how small...
Minister for Public Service Hon. John Tuhaika Jnr and Australian High Commission Minister Counsellor Lindsay Buckingham have jointly launched a Women of Influence publication series with four outstanding senior women public servants who...
Solomon Islands has three Paralympians - Cosmol Maefolia, James Gegeu and Junita Tonowane – who are currently competing at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.
Editor’s Note: This piece originally ran three years ago. I was very happy with this product when I first reviewed it. Then, fairly recently (as explained in the Appendix below) the ear pad of this fancy (and quite expensive)...
For the 2024 legislative session, the governor has just released his intent to veto list. That means bills not on the list are going to become law, with or without his signature, in the beginning of July. For the most part, bills...
by Lorna Thornber Originally from the UK, Jonty Crane (above) spent 14 years in New Zealand before moving to one of the least-visited countries on the planet. But with its world-class snorkelling, diving and hiking, he...
The Office of the Public Service (OPSC) has hailed its 2024 Public Service (PS) Day event, held from 28 to 30 August at the Convention Centre in Port Vila, as a huge success.
By LALI STAFF Pago Pago - AMERIKA SAMOA FILIFILIA PULE FOU O LE FALETUSI A LE TERITORI I se fa’aaliga fa’alauaitele a le afioga i le Kovana Sili ia Lemanu Peleti Mauga i le aso 15 o Aukuso, na fa’alauiloa mai ai le filifilia o le...
[ata: SN] By LALI STAFF Pago Pago - AMERIKA SAMOA O le aso ananafi, Aso Lulu, Setema 4, 2024, na faamoemoe e faataunu’uina ai se iloiloga a le Komiti o le Falemai ma le Soifua Maloloina a le Maota o le Senate, ma le Faatonusili...
Recently, Governor Green, without much fanfare, signed into law a number of bills that had been proposed by the Department of Taxation. Many of them covered relatively arcane subjects such as whether the Department had the authority to...
Niskanen Center researchers note that local governments often try to circumvent state laws aimed at providing more housing In an attempt to address Hawaii’s longstanding housing crisis, Hawaii lawmakers enacted a bill this year, SB3202,...
Apia, 05 September 2024 – ANZ New Zealand CEO Antonia Watson will visit Samoa next week as part of a week-long visit to the Pacific. Ms Watson oversees the running of ANZ in New Zealand and has responsibility for ANZ in the...
According to Dr. Greg Yuen, who will be leading a “DDo-in” workshop, the secret to greater vitality can now Be in your hands. He says it’s easy to learn, yet can provide profound benefit. A little known technique,...
By Keli‘i Akina How much do Hawaii lawmakers really want to help businesses thrive? On the surface, it seems like a lot. There are innovation grants, a trade expansion program, an investor center, tax incentives and at least...
Editor’s note: This is the third article in a series on mechanical and electronic lock boxes. In this piece we’ll review the SnapSafe GlideVault, which has a drawer that pops out like a cash register. No, this is not...
[ata: foa'i] By LALI STAFF Pago Pago - AMERIKA SAMOA O le afiafi o le aso 13 o Iulai 2024, na maua ai se e le Ofisa a Leoleo i Fagatogo, se valaau mai i se tina o fia maua se fesoasoani, ona o lona to’alua, ua fa’asuaava ma faapisa...
[ata: SN] By Okalani Etuati VAEGA 106 Taeao Manuia, Taeao Toto’a i le mamalu o le tatou aufaitau nusipepa i lenei taeao fou. Tatou te tau fai si’i le Viiga ma le Faamanu i le Atua Silisili Ese i lana tausiga alofa ma lana tausiga...
By Lagi Keresoma/ Apia, Samoa – 06 September 2024 – Early Friday morning and the streets of Apia were already buzzing with excitement as sleepless decorators who stayed up all night to get their masterpieces ready for display were...
By Keli‘i Akina I’ve been saying for a long time that Hawaii lawmakers should be careful to take a light-handed approach with occupational licensing — because as we’ve seen time and again, government regulations can have unintended...
Editor’s note: In this article we’ll look at a couple of very cool, new sun glasses from Hobie–the Bluefin and the Hank Cherry Mojo Float. Before getting into my Hobie Floating Eyewear review I thought it fitting to...
Last week, Cook Islands News told the story of Dr James Maoate Rennie, a Ngatangiia -born doctor who served as a medic with the Eighth Army in North Africa. After the story was published, Cook Islands News was contacted by Dr. Rennie’s...
Dear Editor/ If there is injustice done to someone, why is it that we are afraid to speak up? We as citizens of human society have the right to seek justice. It is quite saddening that in this day and age we still keep mum. In fact, it...
The government for National Unity and Transformation through the Ocean 12 Steering Committee successfully concluded the National Ocean Conference in Tulagi, Central Province, delivering the ‘Ocean 12 Ministerial Conference, a tick in the...
By Staff Reporters/ Apia, Samoa – 04 September 2024 – After an absence for some years, the Teuila Kilikiti Samoa Tournament is back in action with ten teams competing at the Methodist church grounds at Faleula. Eight men’s teams are...
In the mid-1800’s, a researcher named Claude Bernard set in motion a vile practice that has since become the standard operating procedure in medicine. It involves experimenting on animals with the hope of discovering something of value...
Sydney Ross Singer, Medical Anthropologist 7/22/24 Evidence Based Medicine, or EBM, is the new catchphrase suggesting that healthcare goals can be better reached by using the best research available to inform doctors and patients. But...
Australia’s Ambassador for Global Health, Dr Lucas de Toca, visited Vanuatu this week, to reaffirm Australia’s long-standing support for health in Vanuatu and see firsthand the impact of the partnership between the two countries.
Solomon Airlines first flight from Brisbane to Vanuatu’s Santo Espiritu landed to an applause from onlookers and a water canon salute at Santo-Pekoa International Airport, marking the recommencement of a weekly international service from...
Editor’s note: This is the fourth and final article in a series on mechanical and electronic “lock boxes”. In this piece we’ll review the Viking Security Safe VS-12SX Lockbox. Priced very competitively and...
New Zealand-based RaroGo has evolved into a one stop shop service of procuring and processing items to be airfreighted back to Rarotonga, says its managing director Maire Browne.
“Lucky you live Hawaii,” the saying goes. Sometimes we take it for granted; sometimes we consider it hype; but sometimes we really do have it better than some of our neighbors. This week, we focus on a development in our...
By Staff Reporters/ 06 September 2024 – A new evangelical church named Iesu le Ma’atulimanu – translated Jesus the Cornerstone, was officially opened last Saturday at Faleolo as part of the church’s 2024 annual conference....
The Reserve Bank of Vanuatu (RBV) has reported that an independent forecast predicts Vanuatu’s economy will grow by just under 2% in 2024 (between 1% and 1.5%) and an additional 1% in 2025, due to low economic growth.
By Keli‘i Akina This year’s Fourth of July has come and gone, but I’m still thinking about how restrictions on our freedoms have caused so many of the problems we face in Hawaii today. In particular, I’m concerned about how Hawaii’s...
During the Pre-Teuila Festival festivities in Apia, Strongman Samoa organized the highly-anticipated Big Chief Showdown. The competition showcased incredible feats of strength and determination, making it a thrilling and unforgettable...
By Keli‘i Akina When it comes to promoting housing growth, some of the most important work takes place at the county level. That’s why my colleagues and I at the Grassroot Institute of Hawaii have been deeply involved in advocating...
Editor’s note: This is the second article in a series I’m doing on mechanical and electronic lock boxes. More often than not they are used to store handguns but naturally, you can stash whatever you like in them. In this...
By Keli‘i Akina The Fourth of July is just around the corner, and the freedoms that all Americans enjoy are well worth celebrating. Of course, Hawaii tends not to be known for enjoying great amounts of economic freedom — at least not...
The ʻUkulele Foundation of Hawaiʻi presents the International ʻUkulele Festival of Hawaiʻi scheduled for Saturday, July 27th, 2024, at Kapiʻolani Park in Waikiki. Founded in 2009 as ʻUkulele Picnic in Hawaiʻi, the annual all-day ʻukulele...
By Keli’i Akina Hawaii is no longer a footnote to what’s happening politically and economically in America’s 50 states. Instead, we are one of the main attractions. That became apparent to me when I was in Phoenix earlier this week...
Political vitriol spilled over into violence recently with the assassination attempt on ex-President Donald Trump, prompting pundits and politicians to preach for unity. President Biden addressed the nation to call for national unity in...
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) Community Policing Team in Buala, Isabel Province, recently held an awareness program at Guguha Community High School.
By Keli‘i Akina As most of us are acutely aware, Thursday was the one-year anniversary of the terrible wildfires that swept through West Maui and destroyed the town of Lahaina. Many of us have family and friends on Maui,...
Editor’s Note: This is the first of a series on electronic and mechanical lock boxes for your handgun or other valuables. The first item for review is the RAPID Safe Night Guard from Hornady which looks like an alarm clock but is a...