Solomon Games Countdown: Organisers say preparations for the July 6–10 “Rise Together” Solomon Games are in the final stretch, with work now focused on competition management, accommodation, transport, medical support, ceremonies and media. Primary Health Care Training: 163 probation nurses attended Antenatal Care training in Honiara, supported by KOICA via WHO, aimed at improving quality care for pregnant women. Western Province Health Summit: A weeklong Provincial Health Summit in Gizo wrapped up with nurses, clinic supervisors, doctors and community leaders calling for stronger community support for health workers and better primary health care delivery. Drought Response: NDMO has activated Solomon Islands’ national drought plan as El Niño conditions develop, setting up a Drought Advisory Group to monitor rainfall, water, agriculture, food security and possible health impacts. Nutrition & Food Security Push: World Vision’s 40 Hour Challenge (19–21 June) is set to raise funds for hungry children in Solomon Islands, where nearly half of under-fives face chronic malnutrition. Health & Education Support: Manaaki New Zealand scholarship funding will send four Solomon Islands health professionals to Auckland for a short public health management course. Environment & Waste: MECDM officials launched a week-long coastal clean-up in Honiara, stressing environmental protection as a daily responsibility and urging the “Three Rs.” Health Systems & Capacity: A new two-story classroom building was opened at Jordan Secondary School in Malaita, with speakers linking education to health and community wellbeing.