Renewable Power Build-Out: Reeves Envico and CE Group have started work on a 22-kilometre transmission line linking the Tina River Hydropower Facility to Lungga and Honiara’s national grid, targeting up to 15MW of cleaner power to cut diesel reliance. Community Energy & Water: The Solomon Islands–Australia Community Partnerships program is delivering gravity-fed clean water, solar power for schools, and classroom upgrades across East Kwaio in Malaita. Disaster Science in Honiara: Minister Derrick Manuari opened regional geohazard and tsunami early-warning meetings, highlighting Ring of Fire risks and the need for monitoring and preparedness. Digital Governance at PAC: Parliament’s digital upgrade is getting scrutiny as the National Parliament seeks $5.6m supplementary funding for ICT tools and cyber-response capacity. Cyber & Aviation Tech Funding: MCA is also seeking $532k for SolCERT and shifting $4m to fast-track provincial airport works. Energy for Telecoms: Polar Power received orders for 15 more solar hybrid systems to expand off-grid broadband sites. Mining Oversight: Government plans new mineral labs to verify exports and a sliding-scale royalty system tied to global gold prices. Education Reform: Free Education is set for rollout in 2027, with a taskforce and curriculum updates underway. Land & Coastal Reform: Five land-sector bills aim to modernise governance, resolve disputes, improve housing, and strengthen coastal and marine management.