Tonga Returnees Support: Tonga has launched its first National Returnees Reintegration Policy (2026–2030), aiming to help people returning after deportation reconnect with family, find housing and work, access healthcare, and reduce reoffending and stigma. Pacific Health Leadership: The Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) held its 30th anniversary conference in Auckland, honouring Pacific health leaders and spotlighting leadership grounded in long-term service. Scabies as a Public Health Issue: A New Zealand-focused report warns scabies is far more than an itchy rash, linking it to skin infections and serious complications like kidney disease and rheumatic fever, with Tonga data also cited. Fijiana ACL Care Gap: A Fijian women’s rugby player is still waiting months after an ACL rupture for overseas surgery support, raising questions about how treatment is funded and arranged. Lahaina Recovery & Mental Health: Three years after the Lahaina wildfire, researchers say housing and jobs are improving for some, but social support and grief remain major concerns. Mosquito-Borne Dengue Alert: A locally transmitted dengue case has been detected in Virginia, with officials stressing the overall risk is low and spread isn’t yet widespread. Pacific Response Group Leadership: The NZ Defence Force has taken over leadership of the Pacific Response Group, a multinational team supporting humanitarian assistance and disaster relief across the Pacific, including Tonga.