Briefs

Warning for trees
A WARNING has been issued to people in Lae city to stop cutting trees. Lord Mayor James Khay said people living in public and residential areas have to look after trees.
Strategy paper vital
The Government should publish the Budget Strategy Paper before it passes the 2020 National Budget this month, says Shadow Minister for Finance and Treasury Joseph Lelang. Lelang told The National that it would serve as a guide on the 2020 national budget.
College boosted
The Kundiawa General Nursing College in Chimbu has been given the provisional accreditation by the Nursing Council of PNG. Dr Nina Joseph from the council said it included academic arrangements and cooperation between stakeholders.
More teachers
For the Government to fulfil its Vision 2050 in education, it needs three teachers college in a province, says Kelua Teachers College principal Wesley Kuria. This will increase the number of teachers in the country.
Police need prayers
POLICE officers should pray for God’s protection while performing their duties, Pastor Emmanuel David from the Glory Church of Jesus Christ says. David had been visiting the Boroko police station over the past ten years to pray with the police officers and detainees.
Landowners interest
NEWLY elected landowner executives from the Kurumbukari Mine in the Bundi LLG, Madang, are committed to working with the miner to serve the interest of landowners, according to chairman Eddy Utu.
Students awareness
A GROUP of students from the University of PNG recently visited 11 villages in Gulf to conduct a gospel outreach and awareness on issues which affect people.
Roofing irons
THE days of living under kunai-grass thatched roof will soon be history for the people of Lufa district Eastern Highlands after MP Moriape Kavori provided roofing irons.
Build high school
THE Ulga-Upka community in Western Highlands urges the education board to build a high school for children to attend instead of travelling.