As part of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) Pacific Sports Program, first aid and sports medicine training were conducted in Papua New Guinea (PNG) recently at Sir John Guise Stadium in Port Moresby. This followed previous sessions focused on coaching and refereeing for rugby league and touch football. The first aid course covered key skills, including CPR, the use of defibrillators, and the management of common injuries such as asthma and allergic reactions. Warrant Officer Class 2 Michael Alison, one of the ADF Sports Trainer Facilitators, shared that stage two of the Sports Trainer Course will concentrate on field behavior,…
Author: Paula DAVID
The Samarai-Murua District in Milne Bay Province launched its fishing program on Friday at Bwagaoia Station, on Misima Island. The event featured singing groups, traditional performances, and a live band, providing entertainment for delegates and attendees who travelled from nearby islands and throughout Misima to celebrate the occasion. Member for Samarai-Murua Isi Henry Leonard in his official remarks, said he shared a similar vision with others since the closure of the Misima Mines in 2004. It had been 27 long years from 1998 to 2025, and this vision of the people and dream was now becoming a reality. He said…
Following a recent visit from PNG Football Association Futsal and Beach Soccer Coordinator Tonga Esira, there was a strong surge of interest in beach soccer and futsal in Manus Province. The visit has ignited enthusiasm for football lovers, with strong backing from Provincial Administrator Mr. Mame Kasalau MBE, showcasing that both beach soccer and futsal are ready to kick off on a high note. Mr. Kasalau, a member of bronze medal winning team in 1987 Pacific Games in Noumea, New Caledonia has demonstrated a deep commitment to football and pledged his support through the Manus Soccer Association. “I am challenging…
Mama Bank opened a new office on Misima Island in Samarai-Murua District, Milne Bay Province, last Friday. This marks a significant milestone for the Samarai-Murua District Development Authority and local member Isi Henry Leonard, as it reintroduces banking services to the island for the first time since the closure of Misima Mine in 2004. When giving his remarks, Mr. Leonard said banking services was a vital need in the carrying out of business in the district and it was necessary for people and SMEs among other economic activity. The banking system had been lacking since the mine closure and partnering…
Air Niugini is happy to announce that it has resumed its flights to Brisbane, Australia, today, Sunday, 9th March, following assessments of Ex-Tropical Storm Alfred and the reopening of Brisbane Airport. Flight PX003 departed Port Moresby at the regular time of 10:30 AM, arriving in Brisbane at 1:40 PM. The return flight, PX004, will depart Brisbane at 2:40 PM, arriving in Port Moresby at 5:50 PM. With the severe weather conditions in Southeast Queensland and Northern New South Wales now easing, flights are set to resume. Air Niugini, along with other airlines, had suspended services to Brisbane on Thursday due…
As part of its ongoing efforts to foster the growth of young athletes, the Papua New Guinea Rugby Football League (PNGRFL) is hosting its first Kumuls Blo Tumoro camp this week in Port Moresby. The camp includes twenty-four (24) players predominantly drawn from the 2024 Junior Kumuls and the National School Boys team. Under the guidance and leadership of Joe Grima who was Head Coach of the 2023 -2024 Junior Kumuls and current Coaching and Pathways Manager for the PNG NRL Bid, the three-day camp will include educational sessions from former players, subject matter experts as well as on-field training,…
Following the passing of the late Governor of New Ireland Province, the Late Sir Julius Chan, conversations have been ongoing both in the community and on social media regarding who will be the next Governor. Upon Sir J’s passing the deputy governor, Sammy Missen, automatically took over as care-taker governor, as was the usual practice when Sir J went on duty travel out of the province when he was still alive. Pending a by-election date, yet to be set by the Electoral Commission, the Provincial Assembly will sit on the 26th of March and go ahead with the Election of…
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Papua New Guinea (CCEP PNG) is excited to announce the successful induction of eight new graduates into its Graduate Program. The induction took place at the Head Office in Lae city last month, and the graduates have now begun their on-the-job training in Sales and Marketing. Over the next 18 months, the graduates will rotate through various roles in Sales, Marketing, Corporate, and Supply Chain functions to gain valuable experience across multiple areas of the business. Tim Solly, Sales and Commercials Director at CCEP PNG, congratulated the new graduates, stating, “At CCEP, developing talent is central to…
The Papua New Guinea Football Association (PNGFA) is pleased to announce that it is now inviting franchises, government statutory bodies, and business organizations interested in participating in the 2025 football season to submit their Expressions of Interest (EOI). PNGFA Competition Manager, Paul Isorua, confirmed that applications are open for several key competitions scheduled for the upcoming year. These include the Premier Soccer League 2025, Women’s Conference Soccer League 2025, and the National Youth Soccer League 2025 for both U19 Men, U19 Women, and U17 Men divisions. Clubs and franchises who wish to participate can collect EOI forms at the PNGFA…
PNGFA Acting Technical Director, Felipe Arango Alonso, wasted no time in engaging with schools in Lae to reignite school football and its league. During his recent visit to Lae, Felipe, alongside his team members Harrison Kamake (Head of Education) and Talent Development Officer David Muta, met with teachers at the PNGFA Education Centre, located at 11-Mile outside Lae City. The meeting saw attendance from school representatives, including Martin Thomas and Lopath Bokifa (Bowali Primary School), Lipu Pamba and Kepus John (Omili Primary School), Rudolf Fred (Tent City Primary School), Jothan Aarom (Lae Secondary School), Kinock E. Gindo (Ganton Primary School),…