Constituency Funding Shift: North Guadalcanal leaders say they’re “working beyond” the Constituency Development Fund, pushing savings, agriculture and community income so households aren’t left exposed if CDF allocations change. City Governance: PM Matthew Wale urged Honiara City Council to set a clear 10-year vision for a “livable” city, including cost-cutting for business licensing and options like a multi-storey car park at the Central Market. Road Safety Push: The National Road Safety Three-Years Action Plan training and conference wrapped in Honiara, setting up the National Road Safety Council’s framework for coordination and policy advice. Maritime Crime Crackdown: RSIPF, Customs and Immigration intercepted the Belize-flagged MV WEALTH in Renbel Province, with suspicions of tobacco smuggling, drug trafficking and attempts to evade detection. Police Leadership Shock: Police Chief Ian Vaevaso was suspended after allegations tied to mishandling meth evidence, with a tribunal set to investigate. Regional Security Talk: PM Wale floated a Pacific-wide security agreement idea in Canberra, arguing security should be shaped first by Pacific nations. Anti-Corruption/Extractives: Opposition leader Manasseh Sogavare welcomed investigations into 33 bauxite shipments but insisted High Court debt-recovery proceedings must stay central. Public Finance Reform: Finance Minister Gordon Darcy Lilo moved to cancel MOUs tied to tax-exempt status for companies in forestry, fisheries and mining. Ports Upgrade: Solomon Ports commissioned the new Kulabule Jetty to ease domestic shipping congestion and improve inter-island services.