Earthshot Prize (Oceans): Niue has been named a 2026 Earthshot Prize finalist in “Revive our Oceans,” alongside Barcelona, for long-term ocean protection funding through Niue Ocean Wide Trust’s Ocean Conservation Commitments. Pacific Ocean Funding: The Bezos Earth Fund announced US$25 million in new grants to protect tropical Pacific waters, backing marine protected areas across the Cook Islands, Kiribati, Papua New Guinea, Tonga and Vanuatu. Culture & Community (Honours): In New Zealand’s King’s Birthday Honours, Niuean language elder Vai Kumitau and police bridge-builder Inspector Neru Leifi were recognised for decades of service to Pasifika communities and cultural connection. Lifestyle (Local Food & Bees): A Niue Honey visit highlights how the island’s bee sanctuary grew from early hives brought from New Zealand, then revived after years of neglect—now bringing residents together around craft, care, and community. Family Travel (Policy): Labour is promising expanded visa-waiver travel for Pacific Islands Forum citizens to make it easier for whānau to reconnect for weddings, funerals and major cultural moments.