In an update from the National Capital District Commission (NCDC), City Manager Ravu Frank shared exciting plans for Port Moresby’s development at a recent breakfast event held at the Lamana Hotel. Mr Frank highlighted the city's challenges, including unplanned settlements, graffiti, theft, and waste management issues. He explained that NCDC is focusing on professionalizing its workforce and streamlining the planning approval process. This will make it easier for residents to get approvals for residential housing, provided they meet specific criteria such as land title zoning and existing utilities. One of the key projects discussed was the development of 1,700 hectares of land known as "Farea," located behind Bush Wara at 9 Mile. This new suburb will include 7,000 residential lots, 400 commercial lots, and several other types of lots. NCDC plans to partner with private developers to bring this project to life. Additionally, NCDC is working on a new bypass road to alleviate traffic congestion coming into the city and plans to improve roads connecting East Boroko to Saraga Market. For those interested in upcoming events, the next breakfast program on August 23rd at the Royal Papua Yacht Club will feature Francois Valerian, Global Chair of Transparency International, discussing corruption and its impact on business. Upcoming events also include the Business Advantage Investment Conference in Brisbane on August 12-13, and a presentation on building for the future on August 29th.