AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoRugby and Welcome: As the Kumuls sharpen up for their Samoa clash, Toa Samoa coach Ben Gardiner says his team has been humbled by the warm welcome in PNG. Kumuls players praised the country’s people and culture, adding a strong cultural note to the weekend’s match. Cultural Heritage: Bougainville’s arts authority and the National Museum and Art Gallery have signed an agreement to protect the island’s living culture and wartime history, build local capacity and work towards restoring a dedicated Bougainville museum. Survivor Support: Australia has reaffirmed support for PNG-led services responding to gender-based violence and sorcery accusation-related violence, after a visit to Port Moresby’s Bel isi case centre. Climate and Communities: A strong El Niño is driving dry conditions and fires across New Guinea, with smoke disrupting daily life and threatening health, schools and livelihoods; forecasters warn drought could persist into 2027. Sport and Opportunity: The PNG Chiefs say education and community development will be central to their NRL programme, with school attendance tied to playing opportunities and pathways planned for girls and boys.
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