Disappointed Brisbane coach Kevin Walters says the Broncos have an attitude problem and the club’s late-season free-fall is ultimately on him. The Broncos were embarrassed at home for second time in the space of six days with Thursday night’s 53-6 demolition from Parramatta following a 60-12 defeat at the hands of Melbourne last weekend. After conceding 113 points in their last 160 minutes of football, Brisbane’s finals hopes sit uncomfortably on a knife’s edge with their for-and-against plummeting from plus-21 to minus 26, one point worse than Canberra who play Manly on Saturday. If the Raiders beat the Sea Eagles,…
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The EU-STREIT PNG Programme in collaboration with rural youths and students in the Greater Sepik region marked the International Youth Day 2022 (IYD) with a message for all to become innovative and take part in all nodes along the agri-food value chains, including areas supported under the Programme. Led by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the EU-STREIT Programme organised two events this year in East Sepik and West Sepik Provinces, bringing together 1,781 youths in total. These youths were briefed, sensitized, and made aware through engaging interactions, including motivational speeches, cocoa competitions, student debates,…
Redcliffe back rower Jeremiah Simbiken has earned himself an NRL contract with his continual big-match displays in the Hostplus Cup. Simbiken has agreed to a three-year deal with the Dolphins which will see him hold development contract status when the new NRL team begins pre-season later this year. He capped off a big week for his future with three tries against the Northern Pride on Saturday night as Redcliffe extended their unbeaten run to 13 matches with a 49-10 victory. Simbiken was born in Papua New Guinea but moved to Canberra when he was 11 years of age. He spent…
Queensland Rugby League can confirm the Hostplus Cup game between the PNG Hunters and Mackay Cutters in Port Moresby will now proceed as scheduled. Following public support from the Australian Government, and after further consideration of the information provided by the QRL today, the Cutters have reconsidered their position and will travel to PNG to play the final round match. QRL chief executive officer Rohan Sawyer thanked Prime Minister Anthony Albanese for his support. “The Hunters have made many sacrifices during the relocation period, so it’s a great outcome to see them back playing in front of their home fans,…
The Nambawan Super family have answered the call to roll-up their sleeves and give blood in the hopes of helping to save lives around the Country through the Port Moresby General Hospital (POM Gen) Blood Drive program. This week, 51 Nambawan Super Limited (NSL) Head Office staff volunteered to give back to the wider community through the program. From the group, 27 staff were deemed eligible and successfully donated blood for the cause. Every week POM Gen needs approximately 400 bags of clean blood to assist those in need and recognising the need for more blood donors the NSL team…
The Department of Personnel Management has issued Circular Instruction No. 14 of 2022 urging all public servants nation-wide to attend and celebrate the National Repentance Day tomorrow (26/08/2022). This Circular Instruction complements Circular Instruction 13 of 2022 that was recently issued by DPM to all heads of Departments, Provincial Administrators, Heads of other Public Authorities and Public Servants advising them on the National Repentance Day. DPM Secretary, Ms Taies Sansan said this is a very important event for the Country, as Community Development Secretary, Mr Jerry Ubase has advised all Heads of Government Agencies through his Circular dated 19th of…
Papua New Guinea Red Cross Society cleaned up the city and donated hygiene kits to Cheshire disability services in commemoration of the 2022 World Humanitarian Day under the theme The Human Race. Staff and 48 volunteers did a cleanup along the street and footpaths from 3 mile to 4 mile before they went to Cheshire Disability Services and donated Hygiene Kits. The day was commemorated under the Healthy Life Style and Healthy Environment Campaign to raise awareness and build resilience for communities against COVID-19. The 19th of August is a very significant day in our calendar where we remember and…
The new Minister for Fisheries and Marine Resource, Jelta Wong, MP, has pledged his commitment to serve the people of Papua New Guinea to create jobs and protect national fisheries stocks from environmental damage and theft by overseas illegal fishing boats. “The Minister for Fisheries and Marine Resource has a significant function for our country right now and into the future, as our marine resources must be managed properly and must be harvested in a sustainable way,” Minister Wong said after being sworn in as a minister by the Governor-General. “It is an honour to serve as a Minister for…
Broncos Captain Adam Reynolds has been named to play his 250th NRL game as Brisbane face the Eels at Suncorp Stadium tonight. The Broncos will be looking to lift for their skipper’s milestone game with a big crowd expected at his new home. Former Maroons centre Brenko Lee returns for the Broncos after overcoming a hamstring complaint that sidelined for the past two games, and his return means Delouise Hoeter moves back to an extended bench. The remainder of the Broncos’ 17 remains unchanged, with Ryan James named to start at lock in the absence of Pat Carrigan who will…
There is now a legal duty on local authorities to provide free items such as tampons and sanitary pads to “anyone who needs them”. Products will be distributed through councils and education providers as the Period Products Act comes into force. MSPs unanimously approved the Period Products (Free Provision) (Scotland) Bill in November 2020. The bill was introduced by Labour MSP Monica Lennon, who has been campaigning to end period poverty since 2016. She said: “Local authorities and partner organisations have worked hard to make the legal right to access free period products a reality. “This is another big milestone for period dignity campaigners…