Niue Budget Watch: MPs are grilling the newly re-elected government over its first 2026/27 budget, with spending set at $83.4m against $65.8m in expected revenue and a widening deficit now headed to the Public Accounts Committee; tourism investment and subsidies are noted, but questions are raised over shifting priorities, including a drop in education funding and why community development and social welfare aren’t listed as budget priorities despite major recurrent costs. Commonwealth Games (Glasgow): Fiji, Niue and Vanuatu have named their teams for the 23 July start, with Fiji confirming a 58-athlete squad across eight sports—good news for Pacific sport fans planning travel and viewing. Pacific Travel Context: A wider Pacific fuel crisis highlights how tourism can get hit when imported oil shocks push up transport and services—another reminder for travellers and operators to watch energy costs. Culture & Visitor Interest: A Niuean-Māori tattoo practitioner is returning to Niue to run a tātatau art workshop, aiming to document stories and village knowledge that could deepen cultural experiences for future visitors. Community Fundraising: A 13-year-old Niuean-Tongan basketball player has been selected for a US tournament and is seeking community support for flights, accommodation and transport.