Russell Islands

See also Russell Island (disambiguation).
Russell Islands
Image of the Sunlight Channel with Mbanika on the left and Pavuvu on right (click on the image for more details)
Map of the Russell Islands, Pavuvu Island is to the left and Mbanika Island is on the right
Administration
ProvinceCentral Province
Largest settlementYandina

The Russell Islands are two small islands (Pavuvu and Mbanika), as well as several islets, of volcanic origin, in the Central Province of Solomon Islands.[1] They are located approximately 48 kilometres (30 miles) northwest of Guadalcanal.[1] The islands are partially covered in coconut plantations, and have a copra and oil factory at Yandina (on Mbanika).[2] Yandina also has basic services, including a store, post office, and airport.

  1. ^ a b Moore, Clive. "Russell Islands - Place". Solomon Islands Encyclopaedia, 1893-1978. Retrieved 15 January 2017.
  2. ^ Moore, Clive (2013). "Levers Pacific Plantations Pty. Ltd. - Corporate entry". Solomon Islands Encyclopaedia, 1893-1978. Retrieved 15 January 2017.