The Rabaul District Administration in East New Britain province, successfully completed a three-day refresher training that took place on the 10th to the 12th of June 2025 at the Rabaul Hotel for contractors and interested partners with the aim of upholding government compliance and procedures when dealing with projects. The training is being facilitated by the Rabaul District Project Implementation Unit and supported by the Provincial Technical Services and other relevant stakeholders including the Internal Revenue Commission. Attending the training were local contractors from Rabaul district as well as interested partners and other contractors from Kokopo and Gazelle District. When officially opening the training, the Deputy District Administrator Mr. John Matava said that this is an important training as is it essential for contractors to remain knowledgeable, compliant and for them to carry out work efficiently. He added that as contractors, overtime they become accustomed to the same nature of work that they do that they tend to forget about what binds them in the contract agreement, and do not deliver accordingly. “This refresher training can help us understand implementing projects efficiently and avoid risks including financial penalties, legal issues and reputational damage for both the contractor and employer.” Meantime, the Acting District Engineer, Jude Gigiala, said that this training is timely as the district is currently rolling out major civil and building projects. He further said that the refresher training is like a guide that will help contractors be informed on the government tender and procurement processes.