Aviation & Education: Grade 12 students from Kokopo Technical Secondary School toured Tokua Airport in Rabaul to watch Air Niugini engineers replace an engine on a Fokker 70, meeting licensed maintenance engineer Chuck Matane and learning how science and maths turn into real aviation careers. Health & Training: University of Papua New Guinea and Divine Word University medical students have started rural clinical placements in Aitape with Catholic Church Health Services, expanding practical training beyond major hospitals. Medical University Milestone: PNG’s first standalone medical university in 50 years moved forward as interim council members were sworn in to set governance and leadership, with K2 billion committed for infrastructure. Culture & Community Safety: Police ran visible security across the 66th Mt Hagen Culture and Agriculture Show, including a patrol post at Queens Park, after clashes were reported in parts of the city. Women’s Health: UNICEF delivered PNG’s first HPV vaccine shipment to begin a national rollout aimed at protecting girls from cervical cancer. Youth Pathways: Australia-backed support at NCD’s Youth Expo highlighted skills and scholarship routes for young people. Faith & Heritage: Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle led celebrations marking 125 years of Catholic faith in Bougainville, calling for deeper communion across communities. Literacy Support: Theodist donated K50,000 to Buk bilong Pikinini for Book Week resources. Sports Development: Fiji formally joined the Pacific Rugby League Partnership, joining PNG, Samoa and Tonga in school and community rugby league growth.