Volunteers Spotlight: North Queensland’s Volunteering Week is in full swing, with Volunteering North Queensland president Anne Camplin highlighting how everyday helpers keep local services running and unveiling a two-day Volunteering Expo plus award finalists’ civic reception on May 19. Cebu Boxing Revival: Veteran promoter Lorenzo “Chao” Sy, 73, is pushing to bring world-title fights back to Cebu after the pandemic closure of ALA Boxing Promotions left a major gap. Greater Sunrise Momentum: Timor-Leste’s Greater Sunrise Gas and Tasi Mane megaproject is shifting from long political deadlock toward fast-moving infrastructure planning as the mid-2026 concept deadline nears. El Niño Prep: A UN warning flags El Niño likely returning by mid-2026, urging early resilience planning for Timor-Leste and neighbours. Maritime Cooperation: India’s IOS Sagar docked in Colombo with a multinational crew including Timor-Leste, underscoring shared security in the Indian Ocean. Local Governance & Budget: Dili’s Council of Ministers approved a first amendment to the 2026 state budget to cover higher fuel costs and other new expenses, lifting the total to about US$2.39 billion.