Maternal health training: PNG Fulbright scholar Beverly Hunney has returned home after completing a Master of Public Health in the US, building skills to reduce preventable maternal and child deaths in rural communities. Cancer prevention focus: Health authorities are urging stronger awareness on oral and esophageal cancer risks and prevention in PNG. Water and health systems: PNG is expanding drinking-water networks with EIB Global financing, while NCDPHA and WaterAid signed an agreement to boost maternal WASH services. Health governance: Internal audit capacity is being strengthened across provincial health authorities, with training aimed at making sure health funds reach frontline services. Nutrition in early learning: Buk bilong Pikinini launched a parents’ nutrition awareness programme in Lae to tackle malnutrition and stunting, linking better food and hygiene to learning. Infrastructure and service delivery: Parliament heard concerns about budget execution gaps, even as major infrastructure spending continues. Disaster and health risk: A 7.8 earthquake and tsunami warnings hit the southern Philippines, with tsunami alerts also reaching Papua New Guinea; PNG also faces local health concerns after floating volcanic pumice inundated Manus coastal villages. Community welfare: RPNGC welfare officers completed rural outreach across Central and Gulf, including guidance on health insurance and support services for police families.