Day: January 2, 2020
League unites SHP: Joseph
Former Mendi MP says sport brings together rival politicians, tribes By PARKER TAMBUA SOUTHERN Highlands people are so passionate about rugby league it is the only thing that unites political […]
Korake to get 2nd shot at title
By NATHAN WOTI UPNG journalism student NATIONAL champion John Korake will have another crack at the World Boxing Council light heavyweight regional title when he faces Thailand’s Chaloemporn Sawatsuk in […]
Chimbu kickboxer Mel determined to represent PNG
TEAM Flash Club upcoming kickboxer Miriam Mel wants to make a name for herself as she aims to represent Papua New Guinea in the 62kg division. The 20-year-old said that […]
‘Kickboxing, martial arts help change attitudes’
KICKBOXING and martial arts are helping athletes change their attitudes to become betters citizens of the country, says Papua New Guinea Games gold medallist Lucas Topuwa. The taxi driver, from […]
ToBaining praises Ngatur youths for initiative
By Michael Wartovo A COMMUNITY leader and former East New Britain politician has commended youths for competing in sports throughout the festive period. Former Kokopo MP Ereman ToBaining Jr made […]
Disputes see deferral of tournament semifinals
By ROBINSON LEKA and NATHAN WOTI THE National Capital District Governor’s Cup semifinals were called off on New Year’s Eve following disputes during Monday’s quarterfinals, with tournament organisers re-scheduling the […]
Albert calls for people to restore peace
SP Hunters forward Stanton Albert has urged the people of Mendi and Southern Highlands to take responsibility in restoring peace. The 10-test Papua New Guinea Kumuls forward said despite the […]
Work on Games stadium starts
By PARKER TAMBUA GROUNDWORK for the new stadium where the next Papua New Guinea Games will be held in Mendi, Southern Highlands, is already underway. The project, which is located […]
Governor’s Cup 40-man squad to face Port Moresby Vipers
NATIONAL Capital District (NCD) Governor’s Cup tournament director Simon Nuabo has confirmed that a 40-man squad will be picked for a friendly match against the Port Moresby Vipers this year. […]
Three killed in Madang
By GYNNIE KERO THREE people were killed in separate incidents in Madang on Monday, according to provincial police commander acting Supt Mazuc Rubiang. He said bodies of the three males […]