Indigenous Rights at the UN: Indigenous leaders, including from Aotearoa-linked voices, have delivered a 12-point roadmap to the UN on protecting land, rights and lives amid climate, violence and AI threats. School & Community Safety: South Auckland schools in Manurewa were briefly locked down while police investigated a vehicle of interest, then lifted the precautionary measures. Culture in Classrooms: Chinese artists from the China Coal Mine Art Troupe performed at Flat Bush School in Auckland with a Māori welcome, haka, and hands-on workshops for students. Health & Equity: Four major heart and lung charities have merged into Tuia Manawa Hā, launching new training and imaging tech, with Māori flagged as among those most affected. Climate Justice for Pacific Kids: Save the Children says a landmark ICJ climate ruling hasn’t yet changed daily realities for Pacific children. Dementia Prevention Push: Probus NZ backs WHO guidance that social isolation is a major, preventable dementia risk. Arts & Funding: Applications open for Gisborne’s Creative Communities Scheme, supporting local arts projects with access, diversity and youth priorities. RSV Warning: RNZ reports experts are calling for a national RSV childhood vaccination programme as winter cases keep rising. Māori Language Governance: Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Māori reappoints board leadership to continue revitalising and normalising te reo Māori. Commonwealth Games Culture: Glasgow’s opening ceremony and early competition spotlight sport, tikanga and te reo as Team NZ takes the stage. Music Charts: Gin Wigmore tops the Aotearoa Albums chart with Beautiful Mess, while Te Reo singles remain led by TAWAZ and friends.