Mini Solar Rollout: China and Solomon Islands signed the second phase of a mini solar power project to extend clean energy to the remaining 25 constituencies, building on the first phase that installed 25 small systems in churches, schools and public facilities. Primary Healthcare in Honiara: The new Naha Urban Health Centre and Naha Birthing Centre will begin services, adding Level Two primary care with dental, pharmacy, pathology, imaging and outpatient services plus electronic queuing. Agriculture & Rural Jobs: The World Bank visited agribusiness producer organizations in Guadalcanal under the SIART project, including cocoa and Gold Ridge poultry groups, as farmers report progress from funded activities. Land Restoration Funding Push: Solomon Islands called at UNCCD COP17 for stronger, more accessible and predictable financing for land restoration, sustainable agriculture and drought resilience, stressing that healthy land is an economic asset for most rural livelihoods. Bauxite Accountability: Opposition and the Attorney General’s update both point to missing and incomplete records over 33 West Rennell bauxite shipments, including gaps in permits, customs files, assay/refinery certificates and royalty payment trails. Pacific Games Procurement Court Fallout: The Pacific Games Council will seek legal advice after a court ruling found the National Hosting Authority breached public finance rules during the 2023 Games, raising procurement and record-keeping concerns. Port & Infrastructure Oversight: Solomon Ports’ board inspected Honiara port operations and the Honiara International Terminal Berth 1 redevelopment site to track progress and systems. Skills for Industry: Gold Ridge Mining welcomed SINU apprentices for six-month practical training in heavy mechanics and electrical trades, with safety emphasized throughout. Local Economy & Services: Parliament questioned stray dogs and road clean-up responsibilities, with calls for a coordinated government response.