Tourism Workforce: Marriott Fiji launched the iSausauvou Leadership Programme to fast-track local staff into supervisory and management roles, aiming to cut reliance on expatriate managers amid ongoing labour shortages. Maritime Disruption: Taveuni businesses say inter-island shipping delays are emptying shelves and exhausting fuel, with Government deploying the LCT Saint Mary on the Natovi–Taveuni route as a contingency while a dispute between Goundar Shipping and the Maritime Safety Authority continues. Transport Fallout: With fuel reserves on Taveuni running low, bus services could be suspended in days; separately, taxi operators face meter-calibration backlogs because only a few accredited agencies are available. Fuel & Costs: Fiji’s fuel and LPG prices drop for July, but operators warn relief may be short-lived as global markets stay volatile; boat operators in the Yasawa Group say earlier high fuel costs still force higher fares. Sugar Industry: After a breakthrough agreement, about 700 FSC workers return to work, but crushing season has also seen fresh disruption claims at Labasa Mill tied to roster and contract disagreements. Budget & Debt: Unity Fiji’s Savenaca Narube says debt repayments are swallowing most budget space, while Finance Ministry officials warn Fiji may need deeper public-sector restructuring as operating costs rise. Climate & Forestry: The Green Climate Fund approved $116m for a seven-year forest landscape restoration project to boost resilience and livelihoods across nine provinces. Super Rugby Pacific: Swire Shipping Fijian Drua welcomed an expanded 2027 Super Rugby season with a 17-week regular season and a revamped Finals Series.