Ocean & Climate Finance: SPREP says the Pacific’s “blue lungs” are central to culture, food and livelihoods, but ocean acidification, sea-level rise and shifting tuna stocks are already threatening jobs and income—so pre-COP31 talks in Fiji are pushing a stronger ocean-climate focus, better access to climate finance, and louder Pacific leadership. Big Donor Push for Marine Protection: Jeff Bezos’ Earth Fund has added $25m for ocean conservation across the Cook Islands, Kiribati, Papua New Guinea, Tonga and Vanuatu, bringing its Pacific commitment to $63.3m under “Unlocking Blue Pacific Prosperity,” with a goal of protecting at least 30% of waters by 2030. Pre-COP31 Diplomacy: Australia’s Chris Bowen says the pre-COP31 meeting in Fiji is a key diplomatic push, with only two non-Pacific leaders attending and pressure on Australia to justify the reported $20m+ cost while keeping Pacific climate priorities front and centre. Local Media & Industry Links: New PINA president Neville Choi thanks the outgoing board and credits the Fijian Media Association for hosting the 8th Pacific Media Summit in Savusavu, highlighting Niue representation in regional media governance. Transport Tech (Regional Spillover): A proposed paperless NZ–Australia travel plan could speed cross-Tasman movement using digital credentials and biometrics, but industry warns rollout details must avoid delays.