El Niño & health readiness: SPREP is urging Pacific communities to start preparing now that an El Niño event has been declared, warning impacts will vary by country and calling for practical steps to protect families and reduce risks. Antenatal care training: In Honiara, 163 probation nurses attended an Antenatal Care Training at St Barnabas Hall, supported by KOICA through WHO, focused on improving quality care for pregnant women. Primary health focus in Western Province: A weeklong Provincial Health Summit in Gizo wrapped up with calls for stronger primary health care, with nurses, clinic supervisors, doctors and community leaders discussing practical ways to improve services. Drought response activated: Solomon Islands’ National Disaster Management Office has activated its national drought response plan as El Niño conditions develop, setting up a Drought Advisory Group to monitor rainfall, water, agriculture, food security and potential health impacts. Sports & medical support for Solomon Games: Organisers say preparations for the Solomon Games 2026 are in the final phase, including medical support, as “Rise Together” approaches July 6–10. Nutrition push via youth fundraising: World Vision’s 40 Hour Challenge (June 19–21) is mobilising young people to raise funds for hungry children in Solomon Islands, where chronic malnutrition remains a major concern. Health workforce development: Four Solomon Islands health professionals are in Auckland for a short-term Manaaki New Zealand scholarship on public health management leadership, running June 15 to July 3.