# forestry (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover forestry. Page: Feed: --- ## [Forest Ministry clarifies opposition concerns on PM’s rental agreement](https://www.sibconline.com.sb/forest-ministry-clarifies-opposition-concerns-on-pms-rental-agreement/) _2026-08-21 · Eliza Kukutu · Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)_ The Ministry of Forestry & Research has clarified the Opposition Leader’s statement concerning their rental agreement relating to the Prime Minister. The statement said the facts surrounding the arrangement must be placed in their proper context. The tenancy agreement commenced in November last year, at a time when the Hon. Matthew Wale was still in \[…\] The post Forest Ministry clarifies… ## [PM WALE MEETS MAKIRA-ULAWA EXECUTIVE, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO PROVINCIAL EMPOWERMENT AND REFORM](https://www.sibconline.com.sb/pm-wale-meets-makira-ulawa-executive-reaffirms-commitment-to-provincial-empowerment-and-reform/) _2026-08-21 · Eliza Kukutu · Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)_ PRIME Minister Hon. Matthew Wale has reaffirmed the GREAT Coalition Government’s commitment to strengthening provincial governments and supporting Makira-Ulawa Province to unlock its economic and development potential. The Prime Minister made the assurance during a meeting with Makira-Ulawa Premier Hon. Stanley Siapu and his executive today, who presented the province’s development priorities and… ## [OPPOSITION CALLS OUT PM WALE OVER SBD$1.5 MILLION FORESTRY RENTAL](https://www.sibconline.com.sb/opposition-calls-out-pm-wale-over-sbd1-5-million-forestry-rental/) _2026-08-21 · Eliza Kukutu · Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)_ Honiara, Solomon Islands – The Parliamentary Opposition Group is raising serious concerns over a SBD$100,000-a-month Government rental arrangement involving a property over which Prime Minister Matthew Wale holds the Fixed Term Estate, saying the matter raises important questions about transparency, accountability and the use of public funds. The issue concerns a reported SBD$100,000 monthly… ## [Government launches its draft Formal Tax Policy Work Programme for consultation.](https://www.sibconline.com.sb/government-launches-its-draft-formal-tax-policy-work-programme-for-consultation/) _2026-08-21 · Eliza Kukutu · Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)_ The GREAT Government has released its draft Formal Tax Policy Work Programme 2026–2028 and is inviting the public to have their say on the future direction of the tax system. The programme sets out the new Government’s proposed tax policy priorities for the next two years and is an important step towards a more open \[…\] The post Government launches its draft Formal Tax Policy Work Programme for… ## [Summerland targets Friday return for final evacuees, power could be out until Wednesday](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315751/news/emergency-services/fire/wildfires/summerland-targets-friday-return-for-final-evacuees-power-could-be-out-until-wednesday/) _2026-08-21 · John White · My Cariboo Now_ Summerland expects to downgrade its final evacuation orders Friday, allowing residents of about 80 properties to return to a wildfire-damaged area where electricity may not be fully restored until Wednesday, chief administrative officer Graham Statt said. The post Summerland targets Friday return for final evacuees, power could be out until Wednesday appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [B.C. Conservatives name new party president, vice-president amid Findlay shake-up](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315748/news/politics/b-c-conservatives-name-new-party-president-vice-president-amid-findlay-shake-up/) _2026-08-21 · Emily Joveski · My Cariboo Now_ B.C. Conservative Leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay is shaking up the party’s executive, naming a new president and vice-president. The post B.C. Conservatives name new party president, vice-president amid Findlay shake-up appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [Wildlife advocates call for long-term solutions as B.C. renews protection order for Salmon River](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315744/news/environment/fish-wildlife/wildlife-advocates-call-for-long-term-solutions-as-b-c-renews-protection-order-for-salmon-river/) _2026-08-21 · Emily Joveski · My Cariboo Now_ B.C. has issued a second protection order for the Salmon River as low water levels threaten more than 200 chinook salmon. The post Wildlife advocates call for long-term solutions as B.C. renews protection order for Salmon River appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [Updated: One fatality confirmed in plane crash in Prince George](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315723/news/emergency-services/updated-emergency-services-continue-to-respond-to-plane-crash-in-prince-george/) _2026-08-20 · Darin Bain · My Cariboo Now_ Prince George RCMP have confirmed one person died after a Beech King Air 200 made an emergency landing on Foothills Boulevard near Highland Drive, about 1.5 kilometres north of North Nechako Road, Thursday afternoon. The post Updated: One fatality confirmed in plane crash in Prince George appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [Canadian Pride was on full display at Williams Lake Stampede Grounds](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315719/news/communty/canadian-pride-was-on-full-display-at-williams-lake-stampede-grounds/) _2026-08-20 · Pat Matthews · My Cariboo Now_ A Canadian tradition dating back to the mid 1800's captivated a huge crowd in the Lake City. The post Canadian Pride was on full display at Williams Lake Stampede Grounds appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [Paving work resuming August 20 & 21 on Pigeon Avenue in Williams Lake](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315715/news/municipal-news/city-of-williams-lake/paving-work-resuming-august-20-21-on-pigeon-avenue-in-williams-lake/) _2026-08-20 · Pat Matthews · My Cariboo Now_ The City of Williams Lake is reminding motorists of some road work that will be happening. The post Paving work resuming August 20 & 21 on Pigeon Avenue in Williams Lake appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [Home Internet From Space (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/4nc9Nz2NlGpV) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Residential satellite internet that brings connectivity to homes beyond conventional networks ## [A couple of fences took brunt of single vehicle crash in 100 Mile House](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315698/news/rcmp/crime/a-couple-of-fences-took-brunt-of-single-vehicle-crash-in-100-mile-house/) _2026-08-20 · Teryn Midzain · My Cariboo Now_ Police say a woman cut through a fence and drove onto a field on Horse Lake Road before crashing into another fence, then fleeing into the woods. The post A couple of fences took brunt of single vehicle crash in 100 Mile House appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [Motorists in West Quesnel may be delayed somewhat over the next few days](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315699/news/traffic-closures/motorists-in-west-quesnel-may-be-delayed-somewhat-over-the-next-few-days/) _2026-08-20 · George Henderson · My Cariboo Now_ The City of Quesnel has announced a series of potential traffic disruptions. The post Motorists in West Quesnel may be delayed somewhat over the next few days appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [Annual Maintenance shutdown to begin August 24 at Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315691/news/municipal-news/city-of-williams-lake/annual-maintenance-shutdown-to-begin-august-24-at-cariboo-memorial-recreation-complex/) _2026-08-20 · Pat Matthews · My Cariboo Now_ The Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex will be undergoing its annual maintenance shutdown next week. The post Annual Maintenance shutdown to begin August 24 at Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [OPPOSITION REJECTS GOVERNMENT AND AG’S EXPLANATION OVER MINERAL HOLDINGS COMPANY](https://www.sibconline.com.sb/opposition-rejects-government-and-ags-explanation-over-mineral-holdings-company/) _2026-08-20 · Eliza Kukutu · Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)_ Honiara, Solomon Islands – The Parliamentary Opposition Group has rejected the Government and Attorney General’s explanations surrounding the registration of Solomon Islands Mineral Holding Limited (SIMHL), saying they raise serious questions about process, due diligence, legal authority and parliamentary scrutiny. There is no such thing as a minor administrative mistake when dealing with the… ## [Keep the wheels turning: Drivers needed for Canadian Cancer Society program](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315710/news/communty/keep-the-wheels-turning-drivers-needed-for-canadian-cancer-society-program/) _2026-08-20 · My Cariboo Now Staff · My Cariboo Now_ Wheels of Hope needs more volunteer drivers across B.C. to help cancer patients get to treatment appointments. The post Keep the wheels turning: Drivers needed for Canadian Cancer Society program appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [Minister Napuat says MoU will strengthen community policing between the RSIPF and VPF](https://www.sibconline.com.sb/minister-napuat-says-mou-will-strengthen-community-policing-between-the-rsipf-and-vpf/) _2026-08-20 · Eliza Kukutu · Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)_ The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will recognise and strengthen the importance of community policing, a statement highlighted by the Minister of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Vanuatu, Hon. Andrew Solomon Napuat, during the MoU signing in Honiara on 18 August 2026. Hon. Minister Solomon Napuat said, “I am particularly pleased that this memorandum recognizes \[…\] The post Minister Napuat… ## [GOVERNMENT CLARIFIES MINERAL HOLDINGS COMPANY REGISTRATION](https://www.sibconline.com.sb/government-clarifies-mineral-holdings-company-registration/) _2026-08-20 · Eliza Kukutu · Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)_ The Government has clarified that the company haus entry for the Solomon Islands Mineral Holdings Company was the result of an honest administrative mistake. In a statement today, the Government said the registration process follows the normal procedure used for State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), including the Solomon Islands Tower Company Limited and other SOEs, where shares \[…\] The post GOVERNMENT… ## [MALD Veterinary Team Successfully Conducts Animal Health Awareness and Disease Surveillance in Malaita Province](https://www.sibconline.com.sb/mald-veterinary-team-successfully-conducts-animal-health-awareness-and-disease-surveillance-in-malaita-province/) _2026-08-20 · Eliza Kukutu · Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)_ The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development (MALD), through its Livestock Department, has successfully conducted an animal health disease awareness and surveillance outreach programme across Auki, North Road and South Road in Malaita Province from the 10th to 13th August. The outreach formed part of MALD’s ongoing efforts to strengthen livestock health, improve farm management and \[…\]… ## [Primetime Wrestling Goes BIGTIME: What does everybody want? SNOW!](https://pgdailynews.ca/index.php/2026/08/19/primetime-wrestling-goes-bigtime-what-does-everybody-want-snow/) _2026-08-19 · admin · Prince George Daily News_ It has been 14 years since professional wrestling fans packed the CN Centre, but that drought will come to an end on Friday, October 16 when Primetime Wrestling presents its biggest event to date, “Primetime Goes BigTime.” Headlining the attraction will be WWE legend Al Snow, who brings more than four decades of experience in \[…\] ## [Missing: Shaun Mathias Sebastien Lolly-Peters](https://pgdailynews.ca/index.php/2026/08/19/missing-shaun-mathias-sebastien-lolly-peters/) _2026-08-19 · admin · Prince George Daily News_ Prince George RCMP is asking the public to keep a watch out for 15-year-old Shaun Mathias Sebastien Lolly-Peters. Shaun was last seen on the 100-block of George Street on August 7, 2026, and has not been heard from since. Description of Shaun Mathias Sebastien Lolly-Peters: Indigenous male 15 years 5 ft 2 in (157 cm) 130 \[…\] ## [Stay updated on your professional world (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/EMHyHvXs3Sz0) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Keep in touch with people you know, build your career. ## [Council agrees to zoning bylaw changes](https://pgdailynews.ca/index.php/2026/08/19/council-agrees-to-zoning-bylaw-changes/) _2026-08-19 · admin · Prince George Daily News_ Council approved the first three readings for the City of Prince George Zoning Bylaw No. 7850, 2007 (Zoning Bylaw) to implement recommendations from the Housing Action Implementation Strategy Initiative project, as presented at the July 20, 2026 meeting. The intention of the proposed zoning bylaw changes, as explained in the report, is to make it \[…\] ## [Bruce Wayne launches Empty Chair Project in bid for city council](https://pgdailynews.ca/index.php/2026/08/19/bruce-wayne-launches-empty-chair-project-in-bid-for-city-council/) _2026-08-19 · admin · Prince George Daily News_ Community advocate Bruce Wayne is officially running for Prince George City Council, but instead of launching his campaign behind a podium with a long list of promises, he is starting with something much simpler: An empty chair. Wayne yesterday announced his candidacy for Prince George city council in the October 17, 2026 municipal election and \[…\] ## [Solomon Islands welcomes United Nations delegation and calls for enhanced partnership to support National Development Priorities](https://www.sibconline.com.sb/solomon-islands-welcomes-united-nations-delegation-and-calls-for-enhanced-partnership-to-support-national-development-priorities/) _2026-08-19 · Fredrick Kusu · Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)_ The Government of Solomon Islands has welcomed United Nations Resident Coordinator, His Excellency Mr. Dirk Wagener, and a senior United Nations delegation to Solomon Islands for their joint mission from 16 to 19 August 2026, describing the visit as an important opportunity to strengthen the longstanding partnership between Solomon Islands and the United Nations. The \[…\] The post Solomon Islands… ## [PM Wale: Indigenous business must be at the heart of investment](https://www.sibconline.com.sb/pm-wale-indigenous-business-must-be-at-the-heart-of-investment/) _2026-08-19 · Fredrick Kusu · Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)_ Prime Minister Hon. Matthew Wale says indigenous businesses, women-led enterprises and young entrepreneurs must be at the heart of the growing economic partnership between Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea. Addressing the inaugural PNG–Solomon Islands Investment Conference at the Heritage Park Hotel today, Prime Minister Wale said the benefits of investment must not be confined \[…\] The post PM… ## [New report discusses Prince George’s downloaded costs](https://pgdailynews.ca/index.php/2026/08/18/new-report-discusses-prince-georges-downloaded-costs/) _2026-08-18 · admin · Prince George Daily News_ City administration estimates $26.5 million in downloaded costs from higher levels of governments between 2020 and 2024 Here’s a breakdown of these costs: $4,370,329 for the city’s contribution towards social housing, including a transitional housing facility operated by BC Housing at 397 Third Ave. and for an integrated health and housing development with the province \[…\] ## [Police looking for witnesses to hit and run](https://pgdailynews.ca/index.php/2026/08/18/police-looking-for-witnesses-to-hit-and-run/) _2026-08-18 · admin · Prince George Daily News_ Prince George RCMP frontline police officers are currently looking to identify any witnesses to a hit and run incident that took place on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. The incident occurred around 4:30 p.m. on Sinclair Road near Sinclair Park. A group of youth were walking along the shoulder of the road when one was allegedly \[…\] ## [Problem Oriented Policing team seizes drugs during traffic stop downtown](https://pgdailynews.ca/index.php/2026/08/18/problem-oriented-policing-team-seizes-drugs-during-traffic-stop-downtown/) _2026-08-18 · admin · Prince George Daily News_ Just before 2 p.m., on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, the Problem Oriented Policing (POP) team conducted a traffic stop with an illegally parked sedan on the 200-block of George Street. One of the occupants of the vehicle, who is known to police, was in the process of exiting the vehicle when he made a sudden \[…\] ## [Minister urges British Columbians to support farmers by buying B.C. products](https://pgdailynews.ca/index.php/2026/08/18/minister-urges-british-columbians-to-support-farmers-by-buying-b-c-products/) _2026-08-18 · admin · Prince George Daily News_ VICTORIA – Lana Popham, Minister of Agriculture and Food, has released the following statement about how choosing to buy B.C. products can help farmers in communities suffering from wildfires: “As families, workers and small businesses in Summerland and across the Okanagan continue to respond to and recover from wildfires and evacuations, British Columbians have a \[…\] ## [Evacuation order for Palmer Creek fire in the Cariboo rescinded](https://pgdailynews.ca/index.php/2026/08/18/evacuation-order-for-palmer-creek-fire-in-the-cariboo-rescinded/) _2026-08-18 · admin · Prince George Daily News_ The Evacuation Order issued on August 8, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. for the Palmer Creek Fire Area has been rescinded to all clear by Tŝideldel First Nation, Tŝilhqot’in National Government and the Cariboo Regional District Emergency Operations Centre (EOC). An Evacuation Alert or Order may need to be reissued if it is deemed necessary. Residents must \[…\] ## [Dissecting Series A Rounds (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/oY1tuRkkWX6G) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Two real Series A cases: timelines, investor sequencing, and common founder mistakes. ## [Stop the Spray BC demands spray maps ahead of aerial glyphosate spraying season](https://pgdailynews.ca/index.php/2026/08/18/stop-the-spray-bc-demands-spray-maps-ahead-of-aerial-glyphosate-spraying-season/) _2026-08-18 · admin · Prince George Daily News_ Stop the Spray BC is calling on the Ministry of Environment to release the Notice of Intent to Treat (NIT) maps that show the locations of the upcoming annual aerial herbicide spray program around Prince George. Forest companies use helicopters to broadcast spray glyphosate on regenerating cutblocksunder the premise that they are controlling deciduous vegetation \[…\]