Tourism & Travel: Tourism Solomons backs the government’s move to a digital e-Visa system, but says it needs clarification from Immigration on practical details so travellers and airlines aren’t left guessing. Infrastructure & Roads: The tender for the new climate-resilient Fiu River Bridge in Malaita has closed, with an award expected by December; the replacement will upgrade a 77-metre structure to an 84-metre, two-lane bridge with a pedestrian walkway. Road Safety Works: MID is installing speed humps along the Henderson–Mberande Road and warns that vandalised or missing signs could endanger road users. Night Traffic Disruption: Tandai Highway landside carriageway closures run 9pm–5am for three nights for street lighting installation, with detours in place. Energy: Tulagi’s 250kW solar hybrid plant has been commissioned, aiming to improve reliable, affordable power and support tourism and local services. Finance & Retail: CBSI warns EFTPOS merchants to stop unauthorised card surcharges and keep transparent, consistent pricing. Governance & Media Skills: Pacific journalists were urged to embrace AI and social media storytelling, while UNODC pushed climate funding accountability and integrity in disaster planning. Diplomacy: Solomon Islands formalised ties with Kenya and Ghana, highlighting cooperation in agriculture, climate adaptation, ICT and education. Security & Community Safety: HALO Trust launched a UXO technical survey pilot in Munda to help clear unexploded ordnance.