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Scary slogan
Printed on the side of taxis from a particular company in Port Moresby are the words: Your destiny is our mission. A bit scary – unless you realise they may have meant “destination” instead of destiny.
Free trip
British Lions rugby league coach Wayne Bennett flew Ash Handley all the way from Leeds to Port Moresby – only to leave the winger out of his 21-man squad to face the PNG Kumuls on Saturday. He prefers halfback Blake Austin on the flank. Poor Ash. But you enjoy the free trip and this beautiful country.
So unfair
Usually during high-profile international games, the rich and well-connected not only enter for free but are also directed to the best seats and view in the house. Look up at the top seats at the National Football Stadium on Saturday and you have a fair idea who they are. They will be wearing shades by the way.
Hole defined
A bit of humour from local investor Sam Tasion when displaying the K1 coin. The coin has a Bird of Paradise on one side and the crocodile on the other. There is a hole in the middle. Any clue?
Less crime
It could be something to do with the police minister hailing from that district but there has been a notable decline in crime in Madang of late. Reader suggests that the police minister’s position be rotated to every province to bring the crime rate down around the country.
Stuck to show
We all have to visit the loo some time. Even President Donald Trump. He was seen cuddling wife Melanie and walking towards Air Force One yesterday with a piece of toilet paper stuck on his shining black shoes. He’s only human.
Thought for today
The rain falls because the cloud can no longer hold the weight. Tears fall because the heart can no longer handle the pain.
Not rich
Someone said having a daughter is like having a little broke best friend who thinks you are rich.