Indigenous Business Push: Fiji targets 5,000 iTaukei-owned companies by 2034, urging stronger pathways, finance access and fairer chances to win government contracts. Cybersecurity Warning: AI-powered phishing and deepfakes are helping hackers hit Fiji businesses, with experts urging tighter access controls beyond basic multi-factor login. Water Security Relief: A 40-year clean-water wait ends for five Marasa households as a $9,400 borehole project is commissioned under the Multi-Ethnic Grant Programme. Local Economy & Planning: Navua is officially declared a town after five decades, with government promising better municipal services and town planning. Market Move: Navua Market is set to relocate to Thompson Park as part of the town redevelopment, but vendors want proper consultation. Investment Delivery Focus: Investment Fiji says it’s fast-tracking 112 active projects to reach 5% GDP growth, tackling regulatory delays, labour shortages and infrastructure readiness. Environment & Accountability: Qawa River pollution concerns grow as the Fisheries Minister calls for investigations before blaming any operator. Governance Watch: Auditor-General performance and staffing issues are flagged, with audit delays tied to late public entity reporting and workforce churn. Safety Net for Survivors: A new Women’s Safe Shelter opens in Lautoka to provide emergency accommodation and counselling for women and girls escaping violence. Trade Signals: Fiji’s June import surge is driven largely by fuel, alongside machinery and phones, while exports show mixed results.