Road & Transport: MID reminded Honiara road users about ongoing Mendana Avenue works and urged patience after a traffic-controller was slapped by an impatient pedestrian. Rural Economy: North Guadalcanal handed over 13 three-tonne trucks to 13 Economic Zones to help farmers move produce to markets, funded by PRC support plus local contributions. Youth & Livelihoods: Malaita’s SOLKAS initiative launched a Youth Climate-Resilient Livelihoods incubation, training 21 youths (nearly half women) and planning wider rollout. Digital Finance Push: M-SELEN marked its third anniversary with a nationwide rewards promotion to drive more daily mobile transactions, with weekly prizes totalling $15,000. Minimum Wage Process: SICCI called for a data-driven, balanced minimum wage review, warning businesses need affordability and compliance realities reflected. Labour Mobility: PM Matthew Wale signalled plans to phase out PALM and RSE schemes to focus on local jobs and youth opportunities. Resource Sector Oversight: Wale warned illegal loggers and miners will face strong action, while legitimate investors remain welcome. Regional Security & Governance: Wale promised greater transparency and parliamentary scrutiny for future security agreements, while noting China’s deal has a non-disclosure clause. Sports Funding: The 2023 Pacific Games GOC launched a funding programme for National Sports Federations to strengthen governance and delivery capacity.