Climate & Community Voices: Fiji Council of Social Services says people hit hardest by climate change will take their experiences to Pre-COP31 in Nadi, pushing for community-led priorities and relocation realities to be heard. Pacific Climate Push: Pacific environment officials warn Pre-COP31 must not end with weak outcomes, arguing negotiators should keep 1.5°C within reach and link “just transition” to real finance. El Niño Impacts in Solomon Islands: Seaweed farmers in Western Province say El Niño is already disrupting rainfall, drying and sales, with earlier cyclone damage and extended low tides adding pressure. Education Reforms: Solomon Islands marks World Teachers’ Day with calls to improve teacher pay and working conditions ahead of free education in 2027, including a proposed 1:35 teacher-student ratio. Energy Affordability: Solomon Power launches a new non-fuel electricity tariff for 2026–2028, pledging lower charges while maintaining investment in renewables and reliability. Fisheries Regulation: The beche-de-mer fishery is set to close from 31 October, with enforcement and compliance steps underway. Security Debate: FSM President David Panuelo urges Solomon Islands PM to consider long-term risks of a China security deal, warning the Pacific could become a future confrontation hotspot. Regional Cooperation & Sports: Australia supports a major Pacific fisheries patrol operation, while Fiji and Solomon Islands contest MSG Prime Minister’s Cup finals on home soil.