Health Services Expansion: Naha Birthing and Urban Health Centre in Honiara will move to full 24/7 operations from 6 October, with continuous outpatient care and low-risk delivery services, while specialised clinics keep set weekday hours. World Heart Day: The Ministry of Health and partners marked World Heart Day with a push to prevent rheumatic heart disease, stressing early treatment of sore throats and follow-up care. Health Data Reform: The MHMS has started a national review of health indicators and reporting forms to cut “clutter” and reduce workload for health workers. Economy & Livelihoods: SIART says copra production is expected to rise after rehabilitating 771 hectares of coconut plantations across Guadalcanal, Malaita and Makira/Ulawa. Public Finance: Finance Minister Rexon Ramofafia urged responsible, commercially sound SINPF investment that protects members’ retirement savings. Governance & Law: SINU VC Dr Transform Aqorau told the Attorney-General’s Conference that public institutions must put merit and accountability ahead of connections. Crime: Police in Auki, Malaita arrested a 30-year-old over a kitchen-knife stabbing on Lalana Island; the victim remains in critical condition. Diplomacy & Rights: Indonesia rejected claims of systematic rights violations in Papua at the UN, responding to Solomon Islands and Vanuatu remarks. Sports: PNG Bilums stayed undefeated in the Women’s MSG Prime Minister’s Cup with a 5-1 win over Solomon Islands in Suva.