AUSTRALIA has handed over 53 solar powered streetlights in Nazareth Village, Marovo funded through the Solomon Islands – Australia Community Partnerships.
Nazareth received funding for building materials and transportation costs to install solar powered streetlights throughout the primary school and communal village areas.
Mrs Stella Mark from Nazareth said people from surrounding villages admired the streetlights, which made life safer for everyone.
Australian High Commissioner to Solomon Islands, His Excellency Rod Hilton said Australia was happy to see people living in communities across Solomon Islands directly benefiting from infrastructure projects like in Nazareth.
“These projects demonstrate the spirit of partnership between Solomon Islands and Australia, delivering infrastructure that is a real priority for communities, and supporting local industry and jobs,” High Commissioner Hilton said.
“In 2024, Australia funded a record 100 community projects across all provinces of Solomon Islands, representing more than SBD 23 million in direct funding to local businesses, which we know creates local jobs.”
“These are small projects with a big impact on the lives of Solomon Islanders.”
The Australian High Commission is accepting applications for the Solomon Islands – Australia Partnerships until 23 March. For more information, please visit: https://solomonislands.embassy.gov.au/honi/communitypartnerships.html
