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Top quote
“It is not fair when we have a large chunk of public servants sitting at home doing nothing yet on full pay, while less fortunate Papua New Guineans are at the mercy of God, desperately trying to fend for their families.” – New Ireland governor and former prime minister Sir Julius Chan.
Taxis back
The taxi service resumed in Port Moresby yesterday, although some of the bigger taxi companies were notably missing. It cannot be further restrictions.
More litter
Colleague recently noticed used face masks now littering roadsides and parks. He says they are now replacing the plastic bags.
Classroom issue
From a reader: To practise social distancing in the classrooms, students have to sit at least three feet far apart, which in the PNG context is just not practicable. There are just too many students, and too few classrooms.
Laugh more
You need laughter when under stress. Doctors say it reduces pain, increases job performance, connects people emotionally, and improves the flow of oxygen to the heart and brain.
Bored at home
Day 14 in quarantine: Struck up a conversation with a spider today. Really interesting. He is a web designer.
Home games
Children can be kept busy at home if parents come up with little fun games such as this one. You need two K5 notes. The child who drops the money loses. Peace and quiet at home guaranteed.
NRL games
All rugby league fans are eagerly anticipating the restart of the NRL competition during the last week of next month. A blissful five days of rugby league to kick it off.
Today’s thought
True friends are not the ones who make your problems disappear, but those who do not disappear when you face problems.