Climate & Media Resilience: SPREP is coordinating a Pacific media “Mana Master Class” to help journalists report on weather and climate, with selected reporters covering Tonga’s Pacific Meteorological Council meeting and ministers’ gathering later this September. Niue Ocean Conservation Finance: Niue’s Niue Ocean Wide (NOW) model is turning ocean protection into long-term, sovereign-led funding via the Niue and Ocean Wide Trust, backing conservation and resilience including the Niue Moana Mahu Marine Protected Area (a large no-take sanctuary covering about 40% of Niue’s EEZ). Fisheries Protection: Operation Tui Moana 2026 wrapped up after three weeks of regional surveillance against IUU fishing and other maritime crimes, with Niue among participating countries and support from Pacific Quad partners. Tourism & Visitor Data: Kiribati’s International Visitor Survey 2025 report was released by SPTO and Kiribati’s tourism authority, feeding regional planning and marketing with new visitor spending and satisfaction figures. Pacific Travel Costs: New Zealand is cutting visa fees for Pacific visitors for a 12-month period and extending multi-entry options, with officials warning of a revenue hit and pressure on immigration funding. Wildlife Tourism Spotlight: A feature highlights Niue’s humpback whale season and the island’s regulated, low-crowd diving experience. Governance & Recognition: New Zealand’s King’s Birthday Honours list includes multiple recipients across education, health, sport and community service.