Hotel Investment: Warwick Hotels and Resorts says it will pour about F$200m over 30 months into Fiji and Vanuatu, adding 100 rooms at Naviti and 82 at Tokatoka near Nadi, plus upgrades across its properties, with a goal to double revenue in five years. Invasive Species & Biosecurity: Fiji’s Koronivia Research Station is progressing research to control invasive African tulip using two imported insect agents under containment, with host-specificity testing and no field releases yet. Farm Water Risk: Agriculture Minister Tomasi Tunabuna warns El Niño could trigger a major water crunch for farmers and livestock, stressing Fiji’s limited ability to move large water volumes and urging early preparation. Tourism Skills Pipeline: Pacific Polytech has opened its Melrose Hotel training facility in Sigatoka to give students real guest experience, filling a skills gap after technical college closures. Consumer Protection: The Consumer Council flags dangers from “squishy” toys and warns parents to buy only products with clear safety information. Business Delivery: Investment Fiji says it’s fast-tracking 112 active projects but still faces delays from regulations, labour shortages and infrastructure readiness.