Deep Mineral Exploration: Estrella Resources says a completed drone-based Mobile Magneto-Telluric survey over its Ira Miri manganese project in northeastern Timor-Leste has mapped new deep drill targets for an upcoming 3,000-metre campaign, including high-conductivity “plumes” linked to the Laleno Dome. Education & EdTech in Dili: An Australian cross-party delegation visited a Dili preschool to see Mary MacKillop Today’s EdTech for Early Learning project in action, including early Tetum-language learning materials. Workers & Rights (PALM): Timor-Leste’s Council of Ministers reviewed the Australia PALM scheme, focusing on Timorese participation, skills development, and ongoing challenges around protecting workers’ rights and strengthening coordination. Oilfield Engineering: Finder Energy says Timor-Leste’s Petrojarl I FPSO upgrade and relocation for the KTJ project is expected to enter a shipyard in early 2027 for about 8–9 months. Conservation Science: A citizen science mangrove kit used by Cagwait fisherfolk is on display at the National Geographic Museum of Exploration, highlighting community-led monitoring tools for mangrove and seagrass habitats. Regional Tech & Policy: A new report on Asian oak conservation flags that many threatened species in East and Southeast Asia lack living backups in botanical collections, including Timor-Leste.