Pacific identity on the runway: Mareva Josephine Bower brought Samoan heritage, Christian faith and Australian streetwear energy to the Genesis runway in Port Moresby, using bold deconstruction and reconstruction to celebrate dignity and belonging. Local food & nature work: A Niue Honey tour tells how the island’s bee sanctuary grew from early hives brought from New Zealand, then revived after years in the jungle—now with living hives and a renewed push to protect them. Language and community honours: In New Zealand’s King’s Birthday Honours, Niuean elder Vai Kumitau and police bridge-builder Inspector Neru Leifi were recognised for decades of service to Pacific families, culture and community connections. Ocean protection spotlight (Niue): Niue was named a 2026 Earthshot Prize finalist in “Revive our Oceans” for long-term marine protection funding ideas via Niue Ocean Wide Trust. Family travel access: Labour says it would expand visa-waiver travel for Pacific Islands Forum citizens to help whānau reconnect for weddings, funerals and major cultural moments. Pacific-led AI debate: Pasifika AI creator Kevyn Wahuzue argues AI aligned with Pacific values must be designed for “refusal” and cannot speak for communities without a clear mandate.