The Papua New Guinea Rugby Competition remains confident it will overcome the flight cancel and delay issues due to fuel rationing into shortage.
With this rapidly evolving situation and despite its challenges, a decision to play games from the original draw that have reduced flight travel will be scheduled in the next few rounds.
PNGRFL General Manger of Pathways and Performance Mr. Tony Archer emphasized the need for remaining agile to ensure that the competition continues despite the current challenges encountered.
“We are determined to bring exciting Rugby League for our fans and supporters while we navigate the flight issues.”
Furthermore Mr. Archer expressed gratitude to the clubs for their sacrifice and efforts in cooperation for making it happen.
“Congratulations is needed to our players and coaches who continue to improve in every round as they showcase their wonderful skill despite disrupted preparations.”
“Changes have been made to the original two rounds, round 6 and 7 to ensure games are run smoothly without jeopardizing the fairness and integrity of the competition.”
Round 6 and 7 schedule changes are as follows:
Round 6
Saturday 18th May 2024
2pm- Asila Waghi Tumbe vs Wamp Nga Mt Hagen Eagles at John Amban Oval.
Sunday 19th May, 2024
12pm- ENB Agmark Gurias vs Moni Plus NCDC Port Moresby Vipers at NFS
2pm- Kreoton Hela Wigmen vs Gas Resources Central Dabaris at NFS.
2PM- Bintagor Lahanis vs Lae Snax Tigers at National Sports Institute (NSI)
3pm- PRK Mendi Muruks vs KMHL Enga Mioks at Lae Rugby League Ground
4pm- PRK Gulf Isou vs WNBPG Kimbe Cutters, NFS
Round 7
Sunday 26th May 2024
12pm- ENB Agmark Gurias vs PRK Gulf Isou, NFS
2pm- WNBPG Kimbe Cutters vs Wamp Nga Mt Hagen Eagles, NFS
2pm- Bintagor Goroka Lahanis vs Asila Waghi Tumbe, NSI
2pm- KMHL Enga Mioks vs Gas Resource Central Dabaris, Aipus Oval
3pm- Lae Snax Tigers vs PRK Mendi Muruks, Lae Rugby League Oval
4pm- Kroton Hela Wigmen vs Moni Plus NCDC Port Moresby Vipers, NFS