Six Senses Comino Project Approved By Planning Authority

Apr 24 2025

The Planning Authority has approved the redevelopment of the existing hotel and bungalows at San Niklaw Bay and Santa Marija Bay on the island of Comino.

The €170 million project, proposed by HV Hospitality—a subsidiary of Hili Ventures—follows a five-year planning and consultation process involving various stakeholders, including the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA).

The approved development will see the current 1960s-era structures replaced with a new, lower-density model for tourism.

The number of guests accommodated will be reduced from 284 to 240, and the number of bungalows will decrease from 21 to 16. No new development will take place on previously undisturbed land.

Designed by Belvedere Architecture, the plan includes the restoration of over 8,200 square metres of land to its natural state.

Additionally, more than 55,000 endemic trees, plants, and shrubs are set to be planted as part of what is described as Malta’s first reforestation initiative of its kind.

The Six Senses Comino project will be tourism-focused, as outlined in existing land concessions.

The proposal also includes measures to improve coastal access, prevent untreated sewage discharge, restore garigue habitats, comply with the Natura 2000 Management Plan, and meet LEED sustainability standards under conditions imposed by the ERA.

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MaltaPost Launches Commemorative Stamp Honouring Pope Francis

Apr 24 2025

MaltaPost have announced a special edition commemorative stamp in honour of the late Pope Francis, who passed away earlier this week at the age of 88.

The stamp, set to be available from all Post Offices in Malta and Gozo as from Saturday 26th April, pays tribute to the legacy of a pontiff whose 12-year papacy left an incredible mark on the global Catholic community and beyond.

The €1.50 stamp, designed by MaltaPost p.l.c, features a portrait of Pope Francis with the inscription ‘Pope Francis 1936–2025’ and will be issued in sheets of 10.

Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Pope Francis was the first Jesuit and the first Latin American to ascend to the papacy following the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI in 2013.

His choice of the papal name “Francis” reflected his admiration for Saint Francis of Assisi and singled the simplicity and reformist tone that would come to define his leadership.

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Political Leaders Bid Farewell To Francis Zammit Dimech

Apr 24 2025

Local political leaders bid farewell to the late Francis Zammit Dimech, with politicians from across the political parties coming together to honour the man’s contributions.

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola called Zammit Dimech ‘one of the good ones. One of the best ones.’

‘One of the best ones. He loved life. He loved politics. He loved Malta. He dedicated his life to public service and he did so with a smile that never faded. For him, being in politics was a calling, about doing his duty.’

‘Francis was a mentor, a shoulder to cry on, with a smile and laugh I always relied on’, continued Metsola.

Prime Minister Robert Abela also paid his condolences, describing him as a man who, till the very end, remained of service to his country.

On his part, Nationalist Party leader Bernard Grech thanked Francis from the bottom of his heart for his friendship, his advice, his humane leadership and service.

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Final Farewell Given To Francis Zammit Dimech

Apr 24 2025

Hundreds gathered this afternoon at Balluta Church to bid farewell to former PN minister Francis Zammit Dimech.

The procession began with a slow march by a brass band along the Balluta promenade, leading mourners into the church where an orchestra stood in silent tribute.

The ceremony brought together a broad spectrum of attendees. Among them were Prime Minister Robert Abela, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola, Opposition Leader Bernard Grech, Labour’s Parliamentary Secretary Rebecca Buttigieg.

Zammit Dimech’s public service spanned decades, starting with his first election to Parliament in 1987. Known for championing liberal reforms, particularly the modernisation of Malta’s telecommunications sector in the early 1990s, he later held key ministerial roles including Tourism, Environment, Foreign Affairs, and Transport.

Rest in peace, and condolences to all loved ones.

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