LNG & Jobs: TotalEnergies has named Seoul’s Daewoo E&C as preferred bidder for the Papua LNG central processing facility and wellpads, with a final investment decision targeted for late 2026. ExxonMobil says downstream operations could bring 4,000–4,500 jobs. Mining Benefits: The Hidden Valley mine’s revised Community Development Agreement has been signed by the state, landowners and Harmony Gold, with remaining parties to sign later as benefit-sharing details are settled. Power & Contracts: PNG Power says it will not sign new independent power producer deals while insolvent, backing only the Wawin solar project for now. Health & Water: North Fly health teams are monitoring disease risks amid a prolonged dry spell and water shortages. PNG also faces a rising cataracts burden linked to diabetes, with eye camps planned through partners. Community & Church: KPHL has invested K500,000 in out-of-home care for vulnerable children. In Jiwaka, the Lutheran Church launched a major infrastructure project ahead of its 2030 synod. Sports & Culture: PNGFA’s Wewak women’s football programme used football for education and life skills. BSP is upgrading the Kira-Kira Cricket Oval in Port Moresby. Governance & Finance: A parliamentary committee push warns reports must not “gather dust,” while FASU flagged 2,000-plus financing-law threats since 2011. Tourism & Transport: PNGTPA is bringing a ferry back into service in Port Moresby Harbour to expand marine tourism.