Volunteering Spotlight (NQ): North Queensland’s Volunteering North Queensland has kicked off National Volunteer Week with a full slate of civic receptions, pop-up events, and a two-day Volunteering Expo aimed at matching people with causes—celebrating the “quiet dedication” that keeps local services running. Cebu Boxing Revival: Veteran promoter Lorenzo “Chao” Sy 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): Timor-Leste’s Greater Sunrise Gas push is shifting from political deadlock toward fast-moving infrastructure planning as deadlines near and the project’s economic stakes grow. ASEAN Integration Milestone: Timor-Leste joined ASEAN as a full member and is now participating for the first time as a full member at the ASEAN-Australia Forum. Cebu Anti-Mendicancy Backlash: Cebu City says it’s providing temporary help after the arrest of a harmonica player sparked outrage, while officials also face fresh scrutiny over claims of abuse and how enforcement balances compassion. Cebu Bridge Relocation: Mandaue is preparing to relocate about 200 families to clear the right-of-way for the 4th Mactan-Cebu Bridge, with construction targeted for later this year. El Niño Warning: A UN report urges early preparation for El Niño’s return, flagging likely risks for the Philippines and Timor-Leste.