Revive our Oceans (Niue): Niue has been named a 2026 Earthshot Prize finalist for ocean work, recognised for tackling long-term funding and climate resilience in its vast marine territory through Niue Ocean Wide Trust’s Ocean Conservation Commitments. Revive our Oceans (Barcelona): Barcelona is also a finalist, with a €150m green transformation plan for a heavily used coastline aimed at restoring marine habitats and protecting communities from heat, fires, floods and erosion. Pacific culture on stage: MOTHER VAKA—an unapologetically Pacific wearable artwork—took runner-up at WOW, carrying stories of migration, families and traditions, with roots linked to Pacific identity. Niue lifestyle & foodways: A feature on Niue Honey follows the island’s beekeeping revival, from early hive introductions to a new push to bring hives back to life in the jungle. Community recognition in NZ: Niuean language elder Vai Kumitau and police bridge-builder Inspector Neru Leifi received King’s Birthday honours for decades of cultural and community service. Pacific travel access: Labour is promising visa-waiver travel expansion for Pacific Islands Forum citizens to help families reconnect for weddings, funerals and major cultural moments. Pacific skills partnership: India proposes tailored capacity-building programmes for Pacific Island countries, offering focused training in India based on each nation’s priorities. Earthshot global spotlight: Prince William announced the 2026 Earthshot Prize finalists in Mumbai, with Karan Johar set to host the awards night.