US Visa Bond Talks: PNG Prime Minister James Marape says his government will engage Washington after a new US$20,000 refundable visa bond for some B-1/B-2 business and tourist travellers was made permanent, urging travellers to follow visa rules while PNG seeks clarity and reconsideration. Border Check Upgrade: PNG is tightening entry with a mandatory Digital Arrival Card for all incoming passengers before boarding passes are issued, as part of the e-Border push. Investment Push in Brisbane: Marape opened the 2026 PNG Investment Conference, pitching PNG as “open for business” to 250–300 delegates across mining, LNG, agriculture, fisheries, tourism and infrastructure. Tourism & Culture Spotlight: Bougainville’s restored film “Tukana” returns after 40+ years with community screenings, while East Sepik and the National Cultural Commission sign an MoU with K500,000 for cultural preservation. New Direct Air Link: Air Niugini will resume direct Port Moresby–Auckland flights from 17 November, three return services a week. Sports & Community: PNG Chiefs secure winger Brian To’o for their inaugural NRL season in 2028, and Rewa FC apologises after a 4-1 OFC Champions League loss, with the tournament set across Lautoka and Ba. Health & Safety on the Ground: A new Level Two health centre opens in rural Drekikier, and police housing improves welfare in Kundiawa, Simbu. Environment Watch: Lake Murray in Western Province is drying up, triggering water shortages, school closures and rising waterborne disease risks.