Road Safety & Infrastructure: Honiara road users are being warned to expect delays and follow signs on Mendana Avenue roadworks (Heritage Park Roundabout to Honiara City Council Roundabout) after an incident where a pedestrian slapped a traffic controller, with MID urging patience and respectful treatment of crews. Minimum Wage Review: The Labour Division has started province-wide surveys for a new minimum wage, with Honiara set to be surveyed this month; data will be analysed with the National Statistics Office and the ILO before recommendations go to the Labour Advisory Board. Cost of Living & Accountability: Opposition MPs welcomed Australia’s SBD 200 million direct budget support tied to Cyclone Maila recovery and energy pressures, but demanded transparent, needs-based spending that reaches affected communities. Australia–Solomon Islands Reset: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale met New Zealand and later Australia’s leaders, signalling a reset based on “mutual trust” and a new comprehensive treaty, while also confirming Cabinet will review the China security pact. Security & Policing: Australia and Solomon Islands outlined next steps on the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force–Australian Federal Police partnership and a broader approach to Pacific security cooperation. Water & Health: Solomon Water says three new concrete reservoirs in Honiara (Tasahe, Titinge, Panatina) are progressing into testing and commissioning, supporting improved urban water supply. Regional Disaster Watch: Tsunami advisories remain in effect across parts of the Pacific after a powerful Philippines earthquake, including Solomon Islands, with coastal agencies urged to act on local procedures. Community & Skills: UNICEF-backed WASH work in North Guadalcanal is improving safe water and sanitation, while Papapi Technical School graduates were urged to become productive citizens.