UNICEF and PCRIC Partner to Protect Pacific Children in Climate Disasters

UNICEF and the Pacific Catastrophe Risk Insurance Company (PCRIC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to create child-focused insurance solutions that protect Pacific children during climate emergencies.

The partnership aims to build resilience in the region—one of the world’s most climate-vulnerable—by focusing first on the education sector.

The goal is to ensure schools and early childhood centres can better withstand and recover from disasters.

UNICEF Pacific Representative Jonathan Veitch said the move ensures children are not left behind in times of crisis, while PCRIC CEO Aholotu Palu described the effort as "building a safety net of resilience under the feet of our children."

The initiative includes close collaboration with communities and national systems to ensure quick deployment of insurance payouts, and will expand to include health, nutrition, WASH, and child protection services in future stages.

This marks a significant step forward in safeguarding the rights and futures of children across the Pacific.

Sanitarium Tops Australia's Most Trusted Brands Yet Again

Australians have once again named Sanitarium Weet-Bix as their most trusted breakfast food—marking an impressive 13th consecutive year at the top of the Reader’s Digest Most Trusted Brands survey.

In a double celebration for Sanitarium, the company’s So Good plant-based milk brand has also taken top honours, officially crowned Australia’s Most Trusted Plant-Based Milk in the survey’s newly introduced category.

Nicole Toby, senior brand manager for So Good, says the recognition reflects growing consumer trust and satisfaction, with So Good now enjoyed by millions daily.

Sanitarium pioneered soy milk in Australia nearly 40 years ago and continues to lead in the dairy-free sector.

Meanwhile, Weet-Bix remains a breakfast staple nearly a century after its launch—loved for its simple, honest nutrition.

Sanitarium’s head of marketing, Jessica Manihera, says these accolades show the deep connection Australians have with their products—from “Weet-Bix kids” to those embracing plant-based choices.

10,000 Toes Launches Health-Focused Catering Service Across the Pacific

A new milestone has been reached in the 10,000 Toes Campaign with the launch of 10,000 Toes Kitchen—a health-driven catering service committed to delivering nutritious, healing meals to communities and corporate spaces across the Pacific.

The initiative was officially launched last week with strong backing from leaders, presidents, and staff of the Trans Pacific Union Mission (TPUM).

The new service aims to transform catering by providing wholesome food that not only tastes good but also combats lifestyle-related diseases.

From corporate events to wellness seminars and live cooking demonstrations, 10,000 Toes Kitchen is now equipped to serve health-focused meals that reflect the campaign’s broader mission.

Regional ambassador George Kwong emphasized the need for healthier catering alternatives at public events.

“Many functions serve food that contributes to non-communicable diseases,” he said, adding that this new venture will teach and empower communities to prepare and share nutritious meals.

Organizers say the launch marks a key step in promoting long-term health and wellness, one plate at a time.