Essential Medicines: The Ministry of Health and Medical Services says essential medical supplies are available at about 83%, after questions at a Public Accounts Committee hearing, with PAC Chair Dr Paul Bosawai urging a push toward 90% and long-term near-100% availability. Primary Health Care: Health Minister Morris Toiraena says frontline services like rural clinics and nurse aide posts will be treated as the foundation of national health, with clinic rehabilitation and upgrades aimed at maternal and child health, immunisation, nutrition, mental health support and early referral. Mental Health Law Reform: The GREAT Coalition says it will bring a new Mental Health Bill to replace the 1970 Mental Treatment Act, alongside other health legislation including changes to dangerous drugs and the Pure Food Act. Gender-Based Violence Prevention: Western Province backs the EmpowerHER Project, framing gender-based violence as a public health issue that affects physical and mental wellbeing, and focusing on prevention and better support through clinics and communities. Honiara Health Risks: Home Affairs Minister Manasseh Maelanga flags poor sanitation, unmanaged waste, drainage problems, traffic congestion and declining public order in Honiara as issues with direct public health impacts. Clean Water & Power for Communities: Solomon Islands–Australia Community Partnerships projects in East Kwaio (Malaita) are delivering gravity-fed water systems, solar power for schools and nursing facilities, and classroom upgrades—aimed at improving health outcomes and access to services. Sanitation Funding: East Central Guadalcanal’s constituency office received $100,000 from the Chinese Embassy to support the MRCA community-led sanitation project, targeting waterborne and sanitation-related health improvements. Health System Capacity via Training: China says it has supported training for over 1,200 Solomon Islanders in China and that more than 200 students are studying on scholarships, with healthcare listed among cooperation areas. Health & Budget Pressure: Opposition MPs continue to demand clearer costings and financing for major government programmes, including free education and expanded services, warning Parliament is being asked to approve priorities without enough budget detail.