Aviation Infrastructure: Work on Honiara International Airport’s Aviation Complex Building is nearing completion under SIRAP2, with the external façade system finished, access road about 80% done, and stormwater drainage and internal wall frames progressing. Workplace Standards: China Railway Construction Engineering Group in Gizo says it has paid overtime and denies claims of unpaid allowances and missing NPF contributions, while explaining NPF registrations are still being processed. Local Tech & Learning: Solomon Islands National University students visited the National Institute of Sport to study ethics in sport, linking values to leadership and decision-making. Education & Skills: Papapi Technical School in Western Province graduated 56 students, urging them to move into the labour market and keep building skills in technology and industry. Digital Payments Check-in: A US consultant visited Malaita for a TrigaCash consultation, gathering feedback on how people heard about the initiative and why registrations fell below expectations. Water Supply Upgrade: Solomon Water reported major progress on three new concrete reservoirs in Honiara, with structures completed and disinfection, testing, and commissioning underway. Science & Genetics (Global): New research on Near Oceania genomes highlights ancient Denisovan DNA in present-day Oceanians, including signs of interbreeding with multiple Denisovan-like groups. Tech for Agriculture (Global): Drones are being promoted as a cost-saving alternative to helicopters for some farmers, though certification and training requirements remain a hurdle. Sports Tech (Regional): LiveU says VAR has been brought to the Pacific Islands for the first time via remote delivery for OFC’s Pro League. Health & Vaccines (Global): Australia’s diphtheria outbreak study stresses boosters, early antibiotics, genomic surveillance, and better housing to stop vaccine-preventable diseases returning. Cyber & Security (Global): A report warns cyber attacks could hit Australia before any missile strikes in a Taiwan conflict scenario, with Pacific basing raising new planning risks. Community Tech Culture (Local Tie-in): Tauranga students are taking part in World Vision’s 40-Hour Challenge, encouraging youth to disconnect from screens while raising funds for children in Solomon Islands.