The elimination round of the Host Plus Cup saw the SP PNG Hunters secure a commanding victory over the Wynnum Manly Seagulls with a final score of 23-8, at the Santos National Football Stadium in Port Moresby. The Hunters started strong, but it was the Seagulls who opened the scoring with a try by Connor Broadhurst in the 8th minute, followed by a successful conversion from Bryce Donovan. Including Donovan adding a penalty goal at the 16th minute, giving the Seagulls an early lead of 8-0. However, the Hunters quickly responded with Brandon Nima scored the first try for the…
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The International Training Institute (ITI) Celebrates 16th Anniversary Founders Day at the Taurama Aquatic Center on Friday 30th August in Port Moresby. The ITI Founders Day represents a special day to honor and commemorate the Late ITI Co-Founder Professor Sentheyval Thuraiappah, acknowledging and embracing his commitment to creating opportunity in the academic welfare of underprivileged youth since Papua New Guinea’s Independence. The Founders Day is a public holiday to all ITI establishments around the nation, and also acts as a platform to acknowledge other deceased ITI members, students or staff to be honored and respected. The Founders Day was also…
As the Queensland Rugby League Hostplus Cup enters Finals Week 1, every match has significant implications for the teams involved. The outcomes of these matches could dramatically alter the standings, making this a decisive weekend for all eight teams. Here’s a breakdown of what’s at stake for each team based on their potential wins or losses. Pride vs Falcons (1st vs 4th) Pride: Currently sitting comfortably at the top of the ladder with 40 points, Pride’s position as the regular-season leader is secure. A win against the Falcons would further cement their dominance and maintain their momentum heading into the…
New singer and song writer of the popular song “Go Bek,” Loyd Dau better known by his stage name “Mavn LKLD” made it on 93 Yumi FM’s Top 20 Countdown for more than a month. Upon receiving this news, Mavn emphasized that it was an unexpected turn of event as he was simply having a good time making music with his colleagues and producers. However, this exciting new achievement has inspired him to make more music for his fans and help promote the local studio Stingray Records. Loyd told PNG HAUSBUNG that a musical collaboration between local lyrical genius and…
The Papua New Guinea Trukai Industries sponsor’s K10, 000 to the Port Moresby (POM) Harlequins Rugby Union Club today, Thursday August 29th at the Trukai Industries office in Port Moresby. Trukai Industries continues its commitment to supporting local sport and nurturing young talent in the nation with Marketing Manager (MM) Maryanne Tom presenting a dummy cheque of the K10, 000 to Harlequins President, Hubert Kikira and Harlequins Premium and A-Grade team members with mentioned addition Trukai merchandise for the Local Rugby Union Club. Maryanne emphasized the sponsorship falls in accordance with Trukai’s core values to community sports development and welfare.…
The grand opening of the Pro Fitness Gym will soon come to life at the Igam Barracks, Second Bus Stop in Lae Morobe Province. Young Entrepreneur and founder of the Wantok Sports Agency Mr. Nickson Borana told PNG HAUSBUNG his initiative behind Pro Fitness Gym and the postponement of its grand opening. Borana emphasized that Lae has only one Gym located at the stadium downtown. However, it lacks proper endurance and conditioning training equipment with an expensive entry fee, and the location is quite a distance from most rural communities to allow accessible quality and healthy workouts. He added the…
Prime Minister (PM) James Marape met with the Tongan Prime Minister Hon. Siaosi Ofakivaha Sovaleni discussing further development initiatives to strengthen ties during the current 53rd Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Leaders Meeting in Nuku’alofa, Tonga on Monday, August 26th, 2024. PM Marape expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Sovaleni for meeting him while overwhelmed as the host of the 53rd PIF Leaders Meeting to meet and hold discussions with him and his PNG delegation. Prime Minister Marape highlighted the PNG-Tonga relations in the people-to-people relation which began with the spreading of the word of God by Tongan missionaries as notable…
The Kroton Hela Wigmen narrowly defeated the ENB Agmark Gurias delivering a thrilling game with a final score of 22-14, securing their place in the Top 6. The elimination finals of the Digicel ExxonMobil Cup 2024 delivered a thrilling rugby league clash at the National Football Stadium in Port Moresby on Sunday, August 25th. The Wigmen displayed their drive to win attacking early in the match, scoring two quick tries within the first 20 minutes. Siki Konden opened the scoring in the 15th minute, followed by a try from Norman Brown just four minutes later, giving the Wigmen a solid…
The Lae Snax Tigers emerged victorious with a narrow 10-8 win, securing their spot in the top 4 of the tournament. A fierce elimination match was displayed between the Lae Snax Tigers and the PRK Mendi Muruks at the National Football Stadium in Port Moresby on Sunday, August 25th. The Tigers started strong, with Jacky Winas scoring an early try in the 4th minute, followed by a successful conversion just two minutes later, giving them a 6-0 lead. The match then turned into a defensive battle, with both teams struggling to gain the upper hand. The Muruks responded in the…
The Papua New GUINEA SP Hunters delivered a masterclass performance in Round 23 of the Queensland Rugby League Cup, overwhelming the Western Clydesdales with a decisive 46-12 victory at the Santos National Football Stadium in Port Moresby. A crowd of 7,952 supporters were energized by the fine weather and the excellent ground conditions, the Hunters showcased their dominance from the start, demonstrating why they are a force to be reckoned with in the finals footy. The match began with a glimmer of hope for the Western Clydesdales as Drew Timms crossed the line in the 5th minute, securing the first…