Constitutional Reform: Government officials and key institutions met for a two-day retreat to advance proposed amendments aimed at curbing political instability, strengthening party discipline and supporting institutional independence. The proposals also include recognising Solomon Islands’ Christian identity. Taskforce Janus: Police charged a suspended Inland Revenue Division team leader over the alleged unauthorised disclosure of taxpayer information. The officer is due in Honiara Magistrates’ Court today. Cyclone Maila Recovery: The National Disaster Council says materials for the first 20 homes in Gizo have been secured, while procurement continues. Transparency Solomon Islands is demanding details on spending and when families in Western and Choiseul will receive help; the Government says funds have yet to be accessed. Rural Transport: East Makira communities received 11 boats and 25 engines in a China-funded $1.5 million project intended to improve access to services and emergency medical transport. Honiara Water: Three new reservoirs and more than 10 kilometres of mains have been commissioned, adding 8.5 million litres of storage and improving supply for over 105,000 residents. Tourism: Solomon Islands won a 2027 Scuba Diving Magazine Readers’ Choice Award, adding international recognition for its reefs, wrecks and marine life. Freight Costs: Swire Shipping will raise fuel surcharges on Pacific freight from November 15, including to US$535 for a standard 20-foot container on specified routes.