Banking & Skills: Westpac Pacific launched its six-month “Future Banker” development series for emerging banking professionals in Fiji and Papua New Guinea, with a practical curriculum and a first cohort already graduating/near completion. Immigration Services: A new Nakasi Immigration Office opened to bring passport and citizenship services closer to people along the Nausori–Suva corridor, with a second office in Rakiraki nearing completion. Food Safety: Consumers are urged to be vigilant after maggots were found in BBQ bought from a Valelevu roadside stall, with advice to stop eating, preserve packaging, and report for refunds and investigations. Landowners & Commerce: Fijian Holding Limited broke ground on a $17m CBayview commercial development in Tacirua, featuring leasable office/retail space plus facilities for landowner-run small businesses. Microfinance Expansion: SPBD Microfinance opened its 11th branch in Korovou, targeting women entrepreneurs and household income growth. Public Finance Watch: Fiji’s foreign reserves hit a record $3.9bn, while inflation rose to 7.6% and the Reserve Bank kept the policy rate at 0.25%, warning prices may stay high. Trade & Tourism: Fiji will host a Trade and Tourism Expo in Port Moresby (Oct 7–9) to connect Fijian businesses with PNG buyers and investors.