Both the PNG Kumuls and the Fiji Bati have promised that they will not be pulling punches as they prepare for their first ever Pacific Championships match up in what can be dubbed as the Melanesian battle. Both teams boast a wealth of NRL & Super League experience, with PNG having the advantage of playing at the Home of Papua New Guinean Rugby League, the Santos National Football Stadium. The last time both sides met, a spirited PNG Kumuls, fueled by the departure of former captain David Mead saw the Kumuls outmuscle the Bati to win 24-10. In their past…
Author: Nigel-Francis MADO
Kumuls veteran Rhyse Martin believes the introduction of a PNG NRL team would boost the competitiveness of the national side by creating opportunities for more players at the top level. Martin, who captained Papua New Guinea at last year’s World Cup, was the only player from outside the domestic competition in the Kumuls side when he made his Test debut against Tonga in 2014. However, the Kumuls squad preparing for Sunday’s Pacific Championships clash with Fiji comprises solely of players from the NRL, Super League and Queensland Cup competitions, including four from the PNG Hunters. Many other Kumuls players have…
Kumul veteran, Edwin Ipape says he is willing to help out the young guys in the Kumuls camp and share his experience with them as they head into their next clash against the Fiji Bati this Sunday at the Santos National Football Stadium. Passing on tips and tricks is something that Ipape would love to do, and has stated that should they need guidance, then he’d be willing to help out. “If they come up to me and ask me for advice, you know I’m happy to give them something that I’ve learnt throughout my career.” “Not saying that I’m…
Thanks to Niunet Computers, units here in the Nation’s capital now have 53 computers that will be put to use in the Unit. Niunet CEO, David Valentine, on behalf of Lite stated that this is part of the company’s way of giving back to the community and will be used in different capacities around the Command. Valentine said they were really excited to come through with this donation and believe that this donation of technology to the command will help to enhance their work in combatting crime around the city. For today, they donated a few to the Family Sexual…
Cook Islands Prop, Crystal Tamarua would have never thought that a Motuan village in the city of Port Moresby would leave a lasting impact on her after discovering a deep connection with the Motuans of the Hanuabada village. Coming into the Pacific Championships, she said she never expected to find out that she might have had relatives here in Papua New Guinea (PNG). During the visit, the teams visited the Ruatoka Memorial Church, a fellowship founded almost 150 years ago by Polynesian missionaries. One of those happened to be an ancestor of Tamarua. “When we got up to the top…
After spending almost a week here in the Nation’s capital, both the Kiria-Ratu sisters seem very humbled by the experience. Speaking to PNG HAUSBUNG recently at the Rugby League Gala Day at the Southside Stadium in Kaugere with kids from the St. Joseph’s Primary school, both Chantay and Annemarie were surprised by the hospitality shown by the locals during their stay. Accompanied by members of the Cook Islands men’s team, the Kuki’s and Vaine Moana took time off from their training schedule to rest while spending part of the morning imparting general knowledge and skills to the kids. Despite the…
The Prime suspect involved in the ATS brawl and murder this morning has been swiftly apprehended by police this afternoon as he tried to flee the capital at the Jackson’s International Airport this afternoon. The suspect from Enga Province was caught by Police at the Jackson’s Domestic Terminal Boarding Lounge, in attempt to flee, allegedly to his home province. Gordon Police Station Commander, Inspector Gabriel Kini advised PNG HAUSBUNG that he is now in custody and is being transported to the Gordon Police Station were he will formally be charged. The suspect is alleged to have been the instigator of…
Police are now assessing the situation at the ATS first block following a drunken brawl between street mates at the first block ATS this morning. The deceased, whom police managed to identify as hailing from Hela Province was brutally murdered by men from Enga, following a falling out both men had while under the influence. Gordons Police Station Commander, Inspector Gabriel Kini told PNG HAUSBUNG that around 8-9am when the suspects and the victim got into a heated argument that led to the brawl and the untimely loss of life. At the moment, police are on ground and are monitoring…
Team NCD Boxing and the NCD Boxing Association have confirmed that they have finalized their selection for the PNG Games and are now gearing up for the PNG Games that will be held from the 6th to the 16th in December. NCD Boxing Association Tournament Director and Head Coach, Junior Kauka Raka told PNG HAUSBUNG that for the moment, they will be continuing their Tournament Circuit in preparations for the games. “We Team NCD Boxing and Association have selected our Boxers and ready for the Coming December PNG Games, this weekend will see Team NCD do their lead up Match…
It’s good news for rugby fanatics here in the capital. Guess what, Ticket Prices for this weekend’s matches have dropped to K12 ahead of the fixture of both women’s and men’s matches. The best men’s and women’s rugby league players from across the Pacific will come together for the Pacific Championships. Witness the Pride of the Pacific as Papua New Guinea Orchids take on Cook Islands Moana and Fiji Bati face Cook Islands Aitu at Santos National Football Stadium on Sunday, 22 October. Tickets from just K12 available at Santos National Football Stadium, J-Mart Supermarket Erima or online at tiketmastas.com.pg…