Climate & Water Watch: Solomon Water warns El Niño could trigger temporary water rationing in Honiara, Auki, Noro and Tulagi if sources keep dropping, though current disruptions are said to be unrelated to El Niño. Maritime Safety: SIMS keeps a strong wind warning current for Solomon Islands waters, with hazardous gusts and rough seas prompting extra caution for small boats. Independence & Accountability: Prime Minister’s media message and a national thanksgiving service ahead of the 48th Independence anniversary push the theme “Our Nation, Our Responsibility and Accountability.” Regional Security Push: Forum Chair Matthew Wale backs a stronger Pacific-led security framework, arguing the region can’t “naively fumble” defence issues. Australia–Solomons Talks: Anthony Albanese heads to Fiji then Honiara for meetings with PM Matthew Wale and Independence events, as Australia seeks fresh Pacific security and cooperation deals. Mining Integrity: UNDP and the UK-backed EITI project brings ministries and agencies together to tackle corruption, illicit flows and revenue leakage in the mining sector. Transport & Infrastructure: Work on the Santa Cruz Airport Terminal nears completion, while Ports’ Harbours Department will run a new digital Shipping Schedule Hub for real-time vessel updates. Sports (OFC Women’s Champs): Ba women still have a path to the semi-finals after a loss to Hekari, with their final group match against Tafea.