The Desert Storm Kickboxing Team’s (DSKT) commotion in Port Moresby National Capital District is proud to announce their undying commitment to training and coaching. The DSKT official and President Nelson Samson and is one of the first fighters in Papua New Guinea to fight in Australia in 2022 after the Corona Virus lock down. On 23rd September 2023 the DSKT officials and elite fighters were fortunate to promote and take part in the Kickboxing Showdown, Raising of the champion at Bomana CIS Hall. Elite Kickboxers from NCD Teams took part in the tournament to determine the best, the desert stormed…
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The Port Moresby Suburban Rugby League (PSRL) is gearing up for this weekend’s “Do or Die” semi- final matches following a successful round of games held last weekend. Last week Saturday and Sunday games were very tough knockouts resulting in wins and a few draws. The B-Grade games showed impressive strength and endurance amongst the teams. Two teams ended in a draw and will rematch tomorrow. These two teams are Sogeri Hikers Eastern and the Northern Warriors. Toks Nest also was tied with Marane Rats, but Toks Nest will proceed to the semi- finals because it is ranked higher on…
The Papua New Guinea Defense Force (PNGDF) Moem Barracks in Wewak, East Sepik recently received keys to two refurbished homes done up by the Papua New Guinea Ports Corporation (PNG Ports). The two homes were completely rundown and finally received the desperate maintenance attention it needed. The two refurbished homes will accommodate the Second Royal Pacific Islands Regiment (2RPIR) soldiers. PNG Ports happily took the initiative to refurbish the two homes as part of their community service. While handing over the keys to the 2RPIR second in command Major Edo Andrew, PNG Ports Chief Infrastructure Officer Mr. Vagi Eoima said,…
The Samoa Fetu squad along with their coaching staff and international and local National Rugby League officials, paid a visit today to the Waigani Christian Centre (WCC) in Port Moresby. Braving the rainy weather in the city, the Fetu Samoa Squad spent the 10 o’clock break with WCC students going through introductions, answering few questions and talking to the students about the importance of practicing healthy and fit lifestyle routines. WCC was pleasantly surprised and welcomed the visiting squad. Church Executive and Financial Treasurer of Waigani Christian Academy Mrs. Katherine Polangou was especially excited and pleased with the visitation by…
Almost three months of no flights in and out of Enga province, Air Niugini has announced that flights will resume to its normal route to Wapenamanda on Tuesday 17th October. The Airport was shut down and flights were stopped from travelling in and out of Enga province due to major issues regarding law and order. This action was taken by Air Niugini on mid July. The issue was a tribal fight resulting in over 100 deaths and casualties, Papua New Guinea Defence force (PNGDF) and Provincial Police forces finally stepped in and stabilized the situation. The issue in Wapenamanda has…
Former PNG’s Sprint King and local and international level rugby trainer Nelson Stone is now an esteemed member of the Fiji Bulikulas coaching staff. Stone has represented PNG for over a Decade, winning 3 gold medals and 1 silver medal in the athletics division and retired in 2019. NRL Dolphins Club team coaching staff official Shane Morris was pleased to offer this rare opportunity to the PNG Rep Mr. Nelson Stone. Everything changed for Stone on Wednesday the 4th of October 2023. Mr. Stone was very humbled and stressed the excitement and seriousness of the commitment he has vowed to…
The Opposition Leader, Joseph Lelang, has opposed the Government’s decision to amend the country’s Climate Change Act, saying that the changes are not suitable for the country. Mr. Lelang said amending sections 38 and 39 of the Act to impose a levy or tax on fuel and carbon-content products coming into the country will definitely create worse problems for the people. He said inflation will kill off the small sectors; in fact, many have now closed their doors. Lelang said the importance of Climate Change and its effects cannot be denied, citing the affected marine provinces and parts of the…
Gordons Secondary School today joined 76, 571 Grade 10 students nationwide to sit for the National Exams. 369 grade 10 students at Gordons Secondary sat for their Mathematics and Personal Development papers today. 139 male and 230 female grade 10’s were spanned over 18 classrooms to provide space and comfort for students and to minimize cheating during exams. The Department of Education (DOE) has carried out official checkups to all secondary school to minimize tempering of exam papers. DOE officials will be monitoring schools for maximizing proper conduct during examination. La Salle Technical School’s subject teacher Mrs. Cindy Larry was…
The Pacific International Hospital (PIH) has become very attentive in providing the latest preventive advice on Prostate Cancer. PIH has generated awareness to provide informative material on Prostate Cancer and other cancers in the National Capital District (NCD) and the Highlands actively in line with the Laila Foundation. On August of this year, PIH Cancer case registry was presented at the (PIH) Oncology clinic with the arrival of Dr. Suresh Raghunath and his extensive experience and an array of professional qualifications that strengthen the Oncology Clinic. Prostate Cancer is very common for men reaching early 40’s. This cancer is very…
Enga Province’s wide variety of small and large cultural traditions will now be expressed and showcased in an upcoming Cultural Festival. Kopen Village outside Wabag town is now looking forward to hosting the 2nd Annual Kopen Take Pii Festival and Eco-tourism conservation exhibition. The Festival will commence on the 11th-13th of October. The exquisite festival will be joined by the Enga Governor himself, Sir Peter Ipatas along with the National Cultural Commission (NCC), PNG Tourism Promotion Authority (TPA) and other relevant stakeholders. This festival will coincide with the official opening of Haus Man (Cultural Tradition House for Wabag Men) and…