Fuel Supply Stress: Penrhyn Island in the Cook Islands has burned through its last 100 litres of diesel and is now drawing on 5,000 litres borrowed from police patrol boat Te Kukupa II, with power use restricted to 6am–10pm while a barge fuel delivery is expected around 25–26 June. Regional Security & Trade: RNZAF and NZ Customs ran maritime surveillance patrols in Fiji, Niue and Cook Islands EEZs in May, photographing vessels of interest as part of Operation Kiwa and Pacific fisheries enforcement. Tourism Data & Strategy: The Pacific Tourism Organisation, via the Pacific Tourism Data Initiative, released the 2024 International Visitor Survey findings for Niue and other Pacific markets, highlighting visitor sources and spending patterns to guide planning. Sustainable Tourism Pressure: Cook Islands tourism stakeholders reviewed progress on the Destination Stewardship Plan and discussed the next phase of sustainable development as waste and environmental limits remain a growing concern. Governance Capability: CIIC continued director training in Rarotonga to strengthen board decision-making, integrity and emerging governance challenges. Pacific Rugby Business: Cook Islands and Tonga rugby leaders backed Kanaloa’s bid to take over Moana Pasifika, arguing for Pacific-led pathways as the franchise faces financial pressure and possible exit from Super Rugby after 2026. Aviation–Tourism Link: ASPA81 in Rarotonga reinforced that better coordination between airlines and tourism is key to unlocking sustainable growth for island economies.