What does Papua New Guinea’s biggest name make of the NRL’s decision to give his homeland a spot in the big time?
Even if it means going out on a limb.
The announcement that a team from Papua New Guinea will enter the NRL competition is a smart play.
The announcement of a new NRL team was about so much more than a new NRL team. The setting of the press conference told the story.
The PNG prime minister told Australian government leaders he didn’t want a gift to celebrate the country’s independence in 2025 - he just wanted an NRL team. Today he got his wish.
The deal to establish a PNG team comes with a China “escape clause” for Australia,while ARLC chair Peter V’landys has revealed another NRL license could be granted before Christmas.
Papua New Guineans love rugby league. But a NRL team may not supply the benefits that both countries - and the NRL - want.
The NRL will make one of its boldest calls on Thursday when it officially hands PNG a licence. Here’s everything you need to know about the decision.
It’s real-life fantasy football as the PNG expansion side prepares to start recruiting its top 30 squad. We break down the key elements in building an NRL team from scratch.
It’s the ultimate display of soft diplomacy,but when it comes to the brand new NRL team for Papua New Guinea,Australia’s playing hardball with China.