Earthquake Watch: A 6.1 quake struck off Vanuatu’s coast, reported 56 km northeast of Port Olry, at a depth of 188.1 km—another reminder to review household safety plans after the 2024 Port Vila disaster. Outer-Island Health Access: A call is growing for safer, more regular transport to TAFEA’s outer islands, saying inconsistent air and sea links directly limit access to health care, education, markets and services. Cardiovascular Health in the Pacific: Fiji’s cardiologist warns cardiovascular disease remains the main killer, linking rising deaths to lifestyle shifts and delayed early detection, with patients also coming from nearby nations including Vanuatu. Mental Health Care Safety: NSW reports Cumberland Hospital mental health patients have absconded at least 14 more times since February, prompting renewed scrutiny of security and patient safety systems. Gender & Media in Leadership: Vanuatu MP Marie Louise Milne shares her political journey and urges fair, accurate, professional media coverage of women leaders to keep debate focused on policy. Regional Ocean Protection: Pacific civil society and leaders push for stronger Pacific control over ocean decisions, rejecting deep-sea mining and warning against militarisation and external pressure. Disaster Relief for Children: Indonesia’s Flores earthquake has disrupted education and damaged healthcare and schools, with Save the Children urging urgent support for children’s safety and services.