Sport
Palau welcomes the Pacific
In a spectacular opening ceremony of the 2025 Pacific Mini Games last night [Sunday, June 29th], all 23 participating nations and territories were welcomed by the host country, Palau.
Lahanis hold cleanathon to promote a cleaner Goroka
The Bintagor Goroka Lahanis rugby team held a cleanathon on Friday to promote a cleaner Goroka and raise awareness about littering during their break, showing their commitment to the community.
NRL boss shuts down Bennett- PNG coaching speculation
National Rugby League chief executive Andrew Abdo has dismissed reports linking veteran coach Wayne Bennett to the head coaching role for the Papua New Guinea NRL franchise.
Bai backs sons to represent PNG in NRL and Kumuls
Melbourne Storm legend and former Kumul Marcus Bai has backed his sons to one day wear the red, black and gold of Papua New Guinea, as the nation prepares for its historic entry into the NRL.
Tigers receive mid-season boost with K100,000 support from LCA
The Lae Snax Tigers Rugby League Club has received a significant boost to its 2025 Digicel ExxonMobil Cup campaign with a K100,000 sponsorship from the Lae City Authority.
PNG could dominate NRL like Penrith Panthers, says V’landys
Australian Rugby League Commission [ARLC] chairman Peter V’landys believes Papua New Guinea’s incoming NRL franchise has the potential to mirror the dominance of the Penrith Panthers, starting from their expected debut in 2028.
Law and community come together at Madang’s 2025 Fun Run
Close to a thousand people turned out for the 2025 Trukai Fun Run in Madang on Sunday, dubbing itself as one of the most successful community events in the province in recent years.
Ahi Investment celebrates 10 years of community impact with sports tournament
Ahi Investment Limited [AIL] is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a week-long sports tournament, bringing together six Ahi villages in Hengali, Yalu, Kamkumung, Wagang, Yanga, and Butibum, in a vibrant display of community unity and sporting spirit.
PNG’s rugby league dream takes shape with new NRL board
Prime Minister James Marape has officially announced the inaugural board of the Papua New Guinea National Rugby League [NRL] franchise, lifting the country’s journey towards fielding a team in the world’s premier rugby league competition by 2028.
PNG set to announce NRL Team board and launch public naming competition
Preparations for the Papua New Guinea Team in National Rugby League competition has taken a major step forward with Prime Minister James Marape set to officially announce the inaugural PNG NRL Team Board and Chairman, ahead of the country’s entry into NRL.