Fulbright & Mental Health Through Sport: Ngāti Tūwharetoa and Ngāti Raukawa-ki-te-tonga researcher Luke Rowe has won the 2026 Fulbright–Ngā Pae o te Māramatanga Scholar Award for work linking sport, mental health, and indigenous identity—taking his research to the United States. Child Poverty Watch: Tonga and UNICEF report says 25.3% of children live in multidimensional poverty, with the youngest (0–23 months) and rural children hit hardest—covering gaps in nutrition, healthcare, education, water, and housing. Moana Pasifika Rescue Talks: New Zealand has stepped in as Moana Pasifika’s Super Rugby future hangs in the balance, with officials told to urgently explore options with NZ Rugby and stakeholders; a separate bid is also exploring relocating the franchise to Hawaii. Road Safety Crackdown: Tonga Police arrested 27 people in a DUI enforcement operation, after May testing found 7.9% of drivers had positive alcohol readings. Honours for Tongans in Aotearoa: Two Tongans were recognised in New Zealand’s King’s Birthday Honours—Fane Fusipongi Ketu’u for Tongan language education and Kathleen Tuai-Ta’ufo’ou for long-running Pacific community support. Culture & Learning Spotlight: A new interview profile highlights Dr Krushil Watene’s work bringing Māori and Pacific voices into philosophy and mentoring students. Adventure Tourism Trend: A yacht club story points to a shift toward experience-led luxury travel, with curated sailing events and training for owners. Wallis & Futuna Travel Guide: South Pacific Pocket Guide launches a new Wallis and Futuna Pocket Guide in collaboration with local tourism, packed with cultural and practical travel tips.