Climate Finance in Honiara: Australia and New Zealand used the 5th Pacific Oceans Pacific Climate Change Conference in Honiara to push for climate finance that strengthens Pacific institutions and delivers practical, visible results for communities. Health & Energy: Solomon Power commissioned a 250kW solar hybrid plant in Tulagi to cut diesel reliance, while seven Malaita clinics received new solar systems to keep vaccine cold-chain and essential services running during outages. Business & Jobs: The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry urged bold reforms at the National Business Forum, pointing to high electricity costs and calling for faster Electricity Act changes; government also reiterated a 25,000 jobs target over four years. Finance Access: CBSI and Tebbutt Research will run a second National Financial Services Demand Side Survey (Sept–Oct) to map access, usage, satisfaction, and readiness for climate-related financial products. Transport & Industry Works: Honiara’s central market bus bay and westbound terminal are set to return to original locations as road works near completion; MID says streetlights will follow. Maritime Safety: The MV Anjeanette marine inquiry continues in Honiara as witnesses delay proceedings, examining operations, emergency response, and compliance. Telecom Update: Bmobile says it has not shut down, but is restructuring and modernising its network.