Transport & Rural Services: Ou’oumatawa Community in Small Malaita received a new 2-ton CDF-funded tipper truck (SBD 190,000) to boost emergency response, school and market access, and move farm produce and supplies. Mining & Energy Reform: Government says mining royalties will move with the global gold price, alongside a new sliding-scale system, new export labs, and a plan for up to 25% state equity in major projects—while electricity costs are targeted to fall to about 15 US cents/kWh via renewable investment. Infrastructure Oversight: PAC has halted MID’s supplementary budget review after figure mismatches, ordering reconciliation with the Ministry of Finance before it proceeds. Electricity for Honiara: Construction has started on a 22km transmission line linking Tina River Hydropower to Honiara’s grid via Lungga, aiming to cut diesel reliance; completion is expected in early 2028. Agriculture Push: Plans to establish new cocoa and coconut plantations target 10,000 hectares, with nurseries, drying and storage support, plus more agriculture officers in all constituencies. Local Economy & Jobs: Commerce Minister Harry Kuma outlined reforms to strengthen indigenous business access to finance, procurement and reserved sectors. Education: PM Wale says fee-free education will roll out nationwide by 2027, with national exam dates also announced. Maritime Works: Kirakira Wharf construction is at 90% with remaining approach and protective works expected to finish by month-end, while Ahanga Wharf progress resumes after new piling equipment. Governance Watch: Transparency SI renewed calls for “No Work, No Pay” enforcement after an Auditor General attendance audit flagged about $1 billion in paid absenteeism.