Rugby Governance: Samoa’s rugby split deepens after Cabinet formally backed a new Sāmoa Rugby Football Union (SRFU) on 5 September, while World Rugby continues to recognise Lakapi Sāmoa as the country’s full member and keeps it in the international programme. Health Procurement: Samoa’s Acting Minister of Health signed an agreement for nearly US$3m in medical equipment and supplies under an ADB-funded Pacific project, with UNOPS handling procurement to strengthen vaccines, cold-chain logistics, and outbreak readiness. Housing Finance: Samoa Housing Corporation’s $6m Housing Assistance Scheme (FY2025/26) supported 97 families with 5% affordable loans for first homes and renovations, targeting safer, less overcrowded living. NRL Sponsorship: Bank South Pacific (BSP) announced a major A$20m sponsorship with the PNG Chiefs through 2030, positioning BSP as principal foundation partner as the club prepares for its 2028 NRL entry. Crypto Business: HTX marked its 13th anniversary with rewards and performance updates, including growth in user balances and expansion of trading and yield products. Travel & Tourism Links: Qantas continues building Pacific connectivity via Auckland, including new routes that connect to Apia and the Gold Coast, while Fiji Airways expands its Australia network with direct Nadi–Western Sydney flights from March 2027. Regional Climate Focus: The Green Climate Fund says its Pacific investments aim to protect tuna fisheries, agriculture and food security as climate impacts intensify.