OFC U-16 Women’s Football: Fiji’s Mini Kulas booked the semi-finals after edging Solomon Islands 4-3 in a thriller in Honiara, with Varanisese Naiqarau scoring twice and an own goal helping Fiji lead 3-1 at half-time; Solomon Islands fought back but Fiji added late goals, keeping their dream of reaching the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup alive. OFC U-19 Men’s Football: Solomon Islands’ bid for the FIFA U-20 World Cup ended as Tahiti stunned the previously unbeaten side 2-1 in the semi-final in Apia, Samoa, with second-half goals sealing Tahiti’s place in the final. Infrastructure & Safety: The Ministry of Infrastructure Development says road signs and public assets on the Henderson–Alligator corridor are being damaged, urging communities to protect the Land and Maritime Connectivity Project upgrades. Mining Law Debate: The Bills and Legislation Committee rejects claims that more consultation on the Mineral Resources Bill 2025 would cost $1b, warning rushed changes could fracture trust and destabilise communities. Diplomacy & Aid: US Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau visited Honiara, backing cultural preservation for Bloody Ridge and outlining broader Pacific security and economic priorities. Health Relief: Three Solomon Islands children, including 3-month-old Marina, were discharged from Fiji after free heart treatment, with families thanking the governments and medical teams involved. Sports Officiating: International rugby sevens referees arrived in Honiara ahead of the Solomon Ports National 7s (Sept 16–18).