Police officers from the NCD and Central Command with assistance from Mobile Squad and Dog Unit Directorate were at Vanapa Brown along Hiritano Highway today to strongly warn the Goilalas living along the highway to refrain from going into the main Highway if they have problems amongst themselves. This movement was led by Commander NCD/Central acting Assistant Commissioner of Police Benjamin Turi. Commander Turi, Central Provincial Police Commander Joseph Salle, and senior officers including Staff Officer to NCD Metropolitian Superintendent Chief Inspector Sengi Laki and NCD Zone two Commander Chief Inspector Tobby Hamago, with a team of 20 police vehicles,…
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The Heli Spin Doctors claim the 2024 Media Pool Competition as the 2024 Media Pool Competition Champions on Saturday November 16th in Port Moresby. This announcement was made during the 2024 Media Pool Competition Annual Awards Night, at the Laman Gold Club, Port Moresby. The evening celebrated the top four champion teams including other addition awards who conquered their challenges throughout the 2024 season, announcing first place while the Ankit team took fourth place with cash prizes. The Heli Spin Doctors have claimed the title as the 2024 champions, along with a cash prize of K12,000. Their journey to the…
Fetu Samoa clinched a commanding victory against the PNG Orchids with a score of 34-12 in an electrifying showdown during the Pacific Championships at the CommBank Stadium. Under the bright Sydney sky with perfect ground conditions, both teams displayed immense skill and determination, but Fetu Samoa emerged victorious. The match started with a bang as Fetu Samoa’s Mercedez Taulelei-Siala scored an early try in the 5th minute. The team maintained their aggressive pace, with Jasmine Fogavini scoring twice at the 18th and 44th minutes, Jetaya Faifua adding another try at the 32nd minute, Lindsay Tui crossing the line at the…
The incident of January 10th, 2024 left many suffering in different ways, with shop owners losing their businesses, employees losing their jobs, and the public losing shops that they once called gardens to go to when they needed food. That’s from the new Commander of the National Capital District and Central Province acting Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Benjamin Turi, when speaking at the re-opening of the Papindo shopping Complex at Gerehu this morning, further urging the public to cooperate with police to maintain law and order in Port Moresby city. ACP Turi also stressed to everyone who gathered there…
The small yet impactful business, Tonoruku Trading from the Autonomous Region of Bougainville, made a significant impression at the NCD Women’s Expo and Summit held at the Sir John Guise stadium in Port Moresby. Led by owner Martina Nasa, the business represents a determined group of women rooted in a unique philosophy that speaks on letting go of something you love while still holding onto it emotionally. This sentiment is reflected in their incredible products, which are deeply connected to the local culture and community of Bougainville. From humble beginnings into a promising journey in 2015. Marina’s journey began where…
The Papua New Guine Rugby Football League (PNGRFL) and the rugby community in PNG mourns and celebrates the life and legacy of late Graham Leslie Osborne, who passed away at the age of 77 in Australia on Friday 8th November 2024, after a long illness. Mr. Osborne passed away in Brisbane surrounded by family and loved ones, after a long illness. PNGRFL Board Chairman Sandis Tsaka shared, “We have lost a great servant and passionate advocate of our game, and I cannot begin to highlight the immense contributions he has made to our sport to bring it to where it…
The finals showdown of the Pacific Bowl Championship between the New Zealand (NZ) Kiwis and the PNG Kumuls is at CommBank Stadium in Sydney, scheduled to kick off tomorrow, Sunday 10th November 2024 at 5:20pm. The match is already generating significant attraction and excitement, promising to be a thrilling encounter. The Kiwis have bolstered their lineup with the inclusion of Casey McLean, Jordan Riki, and Trent Toelau. The team is set to field a strong side, featuring Keano Kini at fullback, Jamayne Isaako and Will Warbrick on the wings, and Matthew Timoko and Peta Hiku in the center positions. The…
The Pacific Cup Championship Final is set to display an electrifying encounter between the Kangaroos and Tonga XIII, at the CommBank Stadium in Sydney with the kick-off scheduled for Sunday 10th November 2024 at 3:05 PM. The highly anticipated showdown will bring a thrilling and exhilarating performance of rugby league as both sides face a do-or-die for the 2024 Pacific Cup Championship Title. The Australian Kangaroo’s ate stacked with talent, including Dylan Edwards at fullback, Xavier Coates and Zac Lomax on the wings, and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow and Tom Trbojevic in the centre positions. Tom Dearden and Mitchell Moses will handle…
Papua New Guinea’s Golden Fish Ryan Pini was awarded as an inductee by the 2024 Papua New Guinea Sports Hall of Fame’s 8th Edition Induction on Thursday, November 7th, 2024, at the APEC Haus in Port Moresby. The prestigious event, attended by PNG Olympic Committee President Emma Waiwai, Sports Minister Kinofa Feo, and Vodafone’s Chief Marketing Officer, recognized the inspiring contributions of these athletes to PNG’s sports sector. One of PNG’s most celebrated athletes Ryan Pini after winning PNG’s first gold medal in the in the Olympics, delivered a heartfelt speech during the ceremony. He expressed deep gratitude for the…
The KCK Rigo Rice Cup (RRC) is set to revolutionize the rugby league scene in Papua New Guinea through its unprecedented prize money of K200,000 and community-focused initiatives. The KCK RRC tournament offers the highest prize pools with the first prize of K200,000, K60,000 second prize and K40,000 third prize, including consolation prizes. Recently securing a significant sponsorship of K30,000 from Construct Oceanic Limited and accumulating its budget to more than K300,000, it marks the beginning of a high-stakes rugby season. Construct Oceanic Limited representative Mr. Wale Molumi highlighted their commitment to community development, stating, “Despite the tough times, we…