The KCK Rigo Rice Rugby League Competition delivered a thrilling draw match between the Gabi Warriors and Mountain Bulls. Both teams showcased resilience and determination in a game that kept fans on edge until the final whistle. The first half saw a balanced contest, with both sides trading penalties to stay level. The Mountain Bulls capitalized in the first half through the precision of David Wak, Cameron Koni, and Solo Kevin, collectively contributing 10 points. Meanwhile, the Gabi Warriors matched their opponents’ efforts, Kuma Billy scored 4 points, and Jeremiah Ben, who added 2 points. The intensity of the game…
Author: E'lle- Gore YASI
The highly anticipated KCK Rigo Rice Cup – Leg 1 Grand Final (GF) promises K10,000 for GF winner at the center stage of Bava Park Field 2 on Sunday, January 19, 2025. The ultimate prize for the Grand Final champions is a generous K10,000, with the runners-up taking home K5,000 and K3,000 awarded to the third-place team. The day kicks off at 2PM with a curtain raiser between Tare Nation and Koita Cowboys. This match sets the stage for the highlight of the day, the Grand Final, where D8 Mosquitoes will face Mono Mutrus Brothers at 3 PM. Both teams…
Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Western End, Joseph Tondop has issued 24 hours Ultimatum yesterday for cop killers in Mendi to surrender today, Friday 17th January 2025. ACP Tondop told PNG HAUSBUNG that these cop killers along the Mountain Fire Highway in Upper Mendi Southern Highlands Province (SHP) must surrender today at 6pm or there will be consequences for their heinous actions on Tuesday 14th January 2025. ACP Tondop has condemned the fatal shooting of the Police Constable which took place along the Mountain Fire highway. Tondop expressed deep frustration over the incident, describing it as an act of disrespect…
Thirty-five stakeholders attended a Human Rights Training on Building human rights capacity at the community level last November in Kimbe, West New Britain (WNB) province. The event was collaborated between the Department of Justice and Attorney General (DJAG), and the Department of Community Development and Religion (DfCDR). The initiative saw the attendance of delegates from the Youth, Youth and the Provincial Community Development Office, Catholic Women’s Group, Council of Women, Village Court Magistrates, Police Family Sexual Violence Unit, Provincial Health Authority, District Administrators and the WNB Provincial Administration. Despite significant legal reforms, communities across Papua New Guinea (PNG) continue to…
Police and Papua New Guinea Defense Force (PNGDF) Joint efforts have stabilized the escalating tribal violence at the New Porgera Mine site in Enga Province. Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Western End and State of Emergency (SOE) Controller Joseph Tondop, has confirmed that Police and PNGDF on ground in Porgera have secured stability. ACP Tondop told PNG HAUSBUNG that the PNGDF have deployed a company consisting of three platoons to work alongside three Police Mobile Squad Units (MSU) to ensure normalcy and peace in the Porgera Valley. He emphasized that this is excessive but adequate given the history of the…
Madang Provincial Police Commander (PPC), acting Superintendent Robert Baim, has raised concerns over the escalating issue of bank card cloning, urging immediate action to protect citizens. In addressing the alarming rise in this criminal activity, PPC Baim emphasized the critical need for vigilance and proactive measures within communities. PPC Baim highlighted that while technological advancements bring opportunities, they also present significant threats to society, with bank card cloning posing a serious risk to both the financial security and trust of citizens. Baim urged community members to remain alert and promptly report any suspicious activities or devices associated with card cloning.…
The Mono Mutrus Brothers and D8 Mosquitos have secured their spots for epic KCK Rigo Rice Cup Grand Final after defeating their opponents at the Bava Park in Port Moresby city on Wednesday. The Mono Mutrus Brothers delivered a stellar performance, ending Tare Nation’s dominant winning streak with a resounding 28-6 victory. The emphatic win not only secured their spot in the grand final but also highlighted their strength and determination as championship contenders in the KCK Rigo Rice Cup Leg-One competition. In another thrilling semifinal, the D8 Mosquitos overcame the Koita Cowboys in a hard-fought 16-8 contest. Their disciplined…
The Justin Tkatchenko (JT) Super 9’s is set to kick off this February 8th to the 23rd in Port Moresby, with a grand prize of K50,000 in accordance with the Nation’s 50th Anniversary. The tournament has huge cash prizes for each trophy winner from Cup, Plate, Bowl including the Runner-Up and Penance prize. This includes winning and runner up prizes for the Under-20 men and women’s division. All the matches will be on the weekends at the Kaugere Rugby Oval, South of Port Moresby. Tournament Coordinator Mr. Bagelo Solien says the JT Super 9’s will be coordinated with 20 official…
The highly anticipated Justin Tkatchenko (JT) Super 9’s will be strict on “No Violence” this year following its history of violence among teams and officials. Tournament Director Mr. Bagelo Solien strongly stated that the Tournament committee will disqualify any team and player who behaves inappropriately or unethically towards tournament officials or rival teams. “Teams with a history of violence against official must be careful this year, I will not allow harm to any of my officials. Teams will be disqualified if harm comes to my officials, especially referees and linesmen.” According to Mr. Solien, 70 security marshals will be active…
Banz Police seizes a military issued hand-grenade and Marijuana Garden in Banz Jiwaka Province. Banz Police under the command of Acting Provincial Police Commander Jiwaka Chief Inspector Laimo Asi, recently arrested and detained two suspects in possession of a military-grade grenad in Banz. According to Chief Inspector Asi the arrests were acted on a tip-off and maintained surveillance before arresting the suspects in Bans main market at 6pm on Friday 10th January. The grenade was delivered to military officials at the PNG Defence Force establishment in Kerowil for safe keeping, while the suspects were detained at the Banz Police Station…