Tour Trade Boost: Deputy Prime Minister and Tourism Minister Viliame Gavoka says the South Pacific Tourism Exchange (SPTE) is helping Pacific islands like Niue plug into global buyers, with the 2026 event drawing 225+ trade participants, including 82 sellers across 17 countries and 60 international buyers from Europe and Asia. Visitor Insights for Planning: The Pacific Tourism Organisation and the Tourism Authority of Kiribati released the Kiribati International Visitor Survey (IVS) 2025 Annual Report under SPTO’s Pacific Tourism Data Initiative, using 333 valid responses to map visitor behaviour, satisfaction and spending—data Niue can watch for regional marketing lessons. Whale-Watching Appeal: A travel feature highlights Niue as a standout place to swim with humpback whales during the July–September migration, noting limited flights and highly regulated encounters off Niue’s rugged coastline. Visa Fee Changes Could Hit Budgets: New Zealand’s planned Pacific visa fee cut (from $216 to $161) and longer multi-entry options are expected to reduce revenue by about $1–2 million per year, with officials saying the immigration system is mainly funded by visa fees and the impact will be managed through budget transfers. Community Reunion: Avele College Old Pupils Association (ACOPA) American Samoa chapter is preparing for its bi-yearly reunion starting 04 June 2026, with Niue among Pacific nations that historically sent students to the school.