Issue 145 (Digital) 05 June – 09 June 2023

The weekly wrap-up newsletter is a platform to link and update staff and project stakeholders on the happenings in all Project Implementation Units (PIUs) and Project Management Unit (PMU) on the progress of projects CAUSE implemented in various communities of Honiara, Guadalcanal (areas outside of town boundary), Auki, Gizo, Noro, and Munda. CAUSE is financed by Australian Government and the World Bank


Improvement to Climate Resilience Critical Section of Euka Road, Panatina. Ready for second lane concreting works as of 8 June 2023. The contract is already 70% and progressing way above its target. This critical segment of Euka road will have a 190 meters concreted segment that will serve an additional 1 Km and 300+ households.

Routing maintenance will continue until March 2024 in Tasahe Turn-in, Ngossi Ward, after completing unsealed road restoration works.


Ambu MPH Implementation Project Progressing Well. Construction of the Ambu MPH in Auki, Malaita, is underway in partnership with the (Aoke-Langalanga Constituency) ALC. The project is slated for completion this year and is funded equally by both parties. To date, earthwork has been completed on the trenches and foundation for the column base. Concrete and landfill are expected to be poured next week. Work is progressing well.


Construction of new seawall and ramp underway in Gizo
The Provincial Seawall-Ramp Group is constructing a new seawall and ramp along the Gizo Provincial Office shoreline. The project is expected to be completed by July 12, 2023. The new seawall will provide a safe and secure mooring area for boats, while the ramp will make it easier for people to access the water. The project is welcomed by the public and boat owners, who are looking forward to the benefits it will bring. The seawall and ramp will be valuable to the community and help protect the shoreline from coastal inundation. The project is an excellent example of the community working together to improve their environment.


The Noro Spot Improvement & Drainage Team has begun a 100-meter x 4-meter climate-resilient spot improvement roadwork on Baru Road. The public is excited about the project and looks forward to its completion and use.

Solar Lights, Backway, Mobil,COC, Big Baru, Koquporo

The Noro Solar Street Light Installation Group has made significant progress in installing solar lights along completed footpaths in Noro communities. To date, they have installed solar lights in five communities. Members of the community are grateful to CAUSE for this great initiative.




Testimonial

New Skills for New Opportunities

Lionel Seth
CAUSE ISDT Graduate
“One day, I can become an engineer.”
Local Work and Safer Communities in the Solomon Islands

  • News/Announcements:

We are deeply saddened to hear of our engaged ISDT graduate, Japy Pungu, passing on Saturday. Japy was a hard-working and dedicated employee who was always willing to go the extra mile. He graduated from batch 11 (ISDT), and this Component 2 TC road concreting was his third engagement with GIZO PIU. We will miss Japy’s sense of humor and willingness to help. He was a valued team member, and we are all heartbroken by his loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with Japy’s family and friends during this difficult time.