NRL & Youth Pathways: PNG’s 2028 NRL push got a boost with Luke Burt named assistant coach for the incoming PNG Chiefs, while the SP PNG Hunters expand recruitment to strengthen the talent pipeline. Fisheries & Ocean Governance: PNG joined 14 other governments in adopting the Mombasa Declaration to improve fisheries transparency and crack down on illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing. Education Reform: The Department of Education is advancing standard-based curriculum delivery with a Learning Management System and plans to put curriculum materials online to reduce costly printing and shipping. Healthcare Access: UPNG and Pacific International Hospital signed a three-year partnership to expand healthcare access, discounted services, and preventive programs for students and staff. Culture & Community Arts: ExxonMobil’s Focus Photography exhibition opened in Lae as the first stop of a four-region tour, spotlighting PNG landscapes, cultures and marine life. Women in Leadership: Sabati Mero was sworn in as Acting Deputy Secretary and a full National Education Board member, pushing for stronger women’s voice in education decisions. Disaster Relief: PNG committed K5 million in emergency support for Manus after undersea volcanic activity disrupted fishing and basic services. Media & Tech: PNG’s Media Council is pushing back on how social media and AI are being treated in policy, arguing for standards and constructive regulation. Fashion & Creativity: PNG Fashion Week launched the GENESIS Student Design Competition 2026 to nurture young designers nationwide. Sports & Inclusion: ADF soldiers visited Cheshire Inclusive Education Resource Centre in Port Moresby, donating sports gear and running inclusive activities for students with disabilities.