Maritime Supply Lifeline: Government activated a contingency plan for the Natovi–Taveuni route, with LCT Saint Mary (Venu Shipping) starting from midnight to keep produce and essential goods moving as shipping disruptions bite outer-island trade. Taveuni Trade Under Pressure: Businesses warn shelves are bare and fuel is running out; public transport could be suspended within days if services don’t resume, after cargo disruptions linked to a standoff between Goundar Shipping and MSAF. Sugar Industry Tensions: NFU general secretary Mahendra Chaudhry hit back at Minister Tomasi Tunabuna over cane top-up claims, while Tunabuna says the $5m fuel support will stay and urges harvesting to protect export markets. Crushing Targets & Early Shortfalls: Labasa mill aims for about 610,000 tonnes in 2026, but early-season cane shortages and harvesting uncertainty are threatening mill efficiency and daily supply needs. Labour Deal Ends FSC Dispute: About 700 FSC workers are set to return after FSC and NUW reached agreement on back pay, collective agreement updates and 2026 rosters. Budget & Fiscal Strain: Finance officials and economists defend the 2026–27 deficit and debt path, while tourism and industry groups warn Fiji can’t rely too heavily on one sector as reforms and delivery lag. Tourism Workforce Push: Marriott Fiji launches a leadership programme to reduce reliance on expatriate managers, building a local pipeline for hotel leadership. Transport Costs Catch-Up: Taxi operators face delays recalibrating meters due to limited calibration agencies, even as fuel prices fall and drivers push for permanent fare adjustments. Super Rugby Boost: Swire Shipping Fijian Drua welcomed an expanded 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season with a longer regular season and revamped finals format.