Pasifika women’s stories: A new exhibition at Pātaka Art + Museum, Marama Malama: Te Manavā Moana Women, is finally putting Pasifika “sheroes” in the spotlight—portraits and voice recordings that trace how women rebuilt communities after the 1970s Dawn Raids, including leaders from Tonga and across the Pacific. Youth & democracy: A Pacific Youth and Democracy Forum in Fiji heard that young people remain underrepresented in politics due to cultural hierarchies, age barriers, economic limits, gender inequality and few leadership pathways—Tonga youth were among attendees. Royal & education ties: King Tupou VI was honoured in the Cook Islands with a traditional welcome and is recognised as USP Chancellor during what’s expected to be his final graduation ceremony in the role. Tonga security shift: Tonga Police say crime is no longer purely domestic—transnational networks are using digital tools, scams, money laundering, forged documents and maritime routes, pushing police to rethink how they respond. Language & culture at home: In Christchurch, a Niuean playgroup has grown from four to 20 children, helping families keep Vagahau Niue alive through weekly sessions. Education in the Pacific: A new two-story classroom building was blessed and opened at Jordan Secondary School in Malaita, aiming to improve learning spaces for students and nearby communities. Netball momentum: Tonga Tala appoints Mary-Jane Araroa as Assistant Coach as the team prepares for its Commonwealth Games debut in Glasgow.