Climate & Safety: Cyclones Maila and Vaianu hit multiple Pacific islands at once, stretching emergency systems—and for women in evacuation centres, the storms’ danger can linger as damaged roads, closed clinics, and down phone networks leave violence protection out of reach. Agri-Bio Control: New Zealand pepper grower Gourmet Waiuku is boosting biological pest control with alyssum “banker plants” to feed beneficial insects and reduce flower drop during low-light periods. Inclusion in Church Tech: The Anglican Church in Aotearoa New Zealand and Polynesia formally recognised TAARTAN, a churchwide Rainbow Takatāpui network aimed at safer parishes and advocacy beyond the church. Wellness in the Air: Fiji Airways’ FlyWell program is rolling out red light therapy in its Premier Lounge and on select long-haul flights. Local Media Spotlight: Samoa’s press freedom essay/speech/poem competition drew praise for courage in public writing and highlighted rising female participation. Heat in Schools: New research flags worsening heat stress for children in Samoan classrooms, with little cooling and urgent need for safer learning spaces.