Moana Pasifika Rescue Talks: New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters says officials have been told to engage with New Zealand Rugby and other stakeholders to explore “all possible options” for a financially sustainable future after the franchise was placed into liquidation, with the Rugby Players Association warning a decision is needed within weeks. Pacific Rugby Governance: Cook Islands and Tonga rugby leaders backed the Kanaloa consortium’s bid to take over Moana Pasifika, arguing Pacific-led decision-making and pathways must be protected as NZ Rugby weighs proposals. Samoa Independence & State Capacity: Australia’s Governor-General Sam Mostyn and Samoa’s PM opened the new Samoan Parliamentary Precinct, funded by AUD 34.1m, boosting offices, committee rooms, library, archives and conference facilities. Public Trust & Youth: A Samoa governance survey finds young people feel shut out, with many believing leaders mainly serve the wealthy and that culture and tradition can block rights. Security & Crime Fallout: Samoa’s PM says youth are being “used” by international drug rings after Samoans were charged in a Vietnam murder case; police also report more account freezes tied to the investigation. Scam Warning: ANZ Samoa urges customers to watch for fake bank ads and impersonation scams. Health Tech Boost: Australia provided ICT equipment worth about $450,000 to support Samoa’s e-Health project and faster access to patient records. Independence Sports: Police and Fire fautasi Malu o Samoa won the final Independence Day race, powered by a recruits’ “Say No to Drugs” message.