Western Provincial Administration Information Services

𝗔𝗰𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝘆 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘁𝗼.

If this information hold water, we appreciate the indication of our performance score card. This gives us an opportunity to identify our strengths and weaknesses and continue to improve on to do better as a Province.

As Province, I mean, us as poltical leaders, administrative leaders, puplic servants, key development partners and the civil society as a whole.

I'd like to thank all our poltical leaders, public servants, development partners and the civil society for all your tireless behind the scene efforts. This scored card shows how far we have come together as a Province and the need for us to do more to improve our standing.

Lets continue to work together especially to improve our Human Development Index as a Province. Improvement in the HDI will give us the true measure of our collect efforts.

We still have a long, long way to go as Province. Lets continue to work together doing what we can do in our various capacities/space of engagement in the Province

⚠️𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗗 𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 as of 5am this morning.
Coastal villages from PNG-INDO border to the Kiwai Islands and commuters using small crafts to take extra precautions or avoid traveling.

𝗙𝗹𝘆 𝗥𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝘂𝗴𝗯𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘄𝗮𝘆

The Fly River Warriors are proud to announce the selection of several young and promising players from the recently concluded Train and Trial Match in Port Moresby. These athletes have been identified as part of a development pathway to Tier 3 Rugby League Competitions in Queensland, Australia, providing them with direct exposure to Queensland Cup Rugby League clubs.

Selection was conducted by the Tier 3 clubs in consultation with the Fly River Warriors Management Team, based on roster needs, skill sets, physical attributes, game intelligence, and age eligibility. The program targeted talented players aged 18–23, allowing clubs to further develop them for future professional opportunities in Australia.

In addition to rugby league opportunities, the selected players will also have access to employment and work experience, supporting their personal and professional growth.

All players underwent interviews by Fly River Warriors coaches, trainers, and management to assess availability and commitment, taking into account education, employment, family, and personal responsibilities.

The Rugby Development Pathway Team will now begin processing passports and Australian visas. While awaiting departure, the players will continue training with the Vipers Development Squad to maintain fitness and conditioning.

As part of its broader development strategy, the Pathway Development Team has successfully registered Port Moresby Waliya Rugby League into the Port Moresby Rugby League (PRL) Competition. The Fly River Warriors extend sincere appreciation to the PRL Board for accepting the bid. Eligible players based in Port Moresby will receive high-level training and will compete for Port Moresby Waliya as part of preparations for the Fly River Warriors Franchise Bid next year.

Special thanks are extended to Oceania Sports Management Limited (Australia) for their support in liaising with five Tier 3 clubs, and to former Kumul Mr. Ricky Sibia for facilitating initial connections and ongoing support.

The Fly River Warriors also acknowledge the invaluable support of sponsors and partners, including FRPG, OTML, SDP, Dokona Papua, Millennium Construction Limited, and LBL, as well as local rugby leagues and associations across Western Province. Appreciation is also extended to PNGRL, with special mention of Mr. Tony Waliya and team.

Finally, heartfelt thanks go to the Kiunga Rugby League Team, particularly Mr. Chris Mel, for strong leadership and prudent financial management.

“Dreams are free. We hope to see one of these young men—or future recruits—represent the PNG Chiefs or become the next Kumul from our Province.”

This marks the first milestone in the Fly River Warriors’ pathway program—but it will certainly not be the last.

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Original Write-up by Governor Western Province and Patron of the Fly River Rugby Cup, Honorable. Taboi Awi Yoto

⚠️ 𝗦𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗘 𝗪𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥 𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦:
𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗦 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚 ⚠️

Issued: 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟬, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 | 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻: Western Province

_In response to the proximity of Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle_

1. 𝗖𝗢𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗟 𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗧 : PNG-Indonesia Border to Gulf Province
𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀: Sustained gale-force winds and destructive gusts are expected along the coastline. Dangerous storm surges may cause coastal inundation.
𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆: 𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗦𝗠𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗖𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗛𝗜𝗘𝗦 are strongly advised to remain in port or take extreme precaution. Sea conditions can be extremely rough with high swells; travel between Forecoast to the Kiwai islands, and the Gulf is highly dangerous.

2. 𝗜𝗡𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗧: Fly Delta to the Star Mountains
𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘃𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗮𝗹𝗹 : Intense rain bands will move inland across the Fly River basin.
𝗙𝗹𝗮𝘀𝗵 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 : Rapidly rising water levels are expected in the Fly, Strickland, and Ok Tedi rivers. Low-lying communities in the South, Delta and Middle Fly should move to higher ground immediately.
𝗟𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗸: In the Star Mountains, Olsobip and Ningerum areas, heavy saturation of the soil significantly increases the risk of landslides. Avoid travel on mountain roads during periods of intense rain.
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From the Western Province Disaster & Emergency Coordination Office - Daru

PNG DataCo engineers have arrived in Daru, in the push to connect the district’s remote communities. The visit is the direct result of a Memorandum of Understanding signed last year between the South Fly District and PNG DataCo and follows a leadup meeting in Port Moresby involving DataCo and Kacific Telecommunication in January this year.

The engineers are on the ground to conduct site surveys for the installation of five new telecommunications towers targeting identified dark spots along the border and at Oriomu Landing Port.The initiative directly aligns with the Western Province Integrated Development Plan 2023–2027, which under DIP 2.4 – Connect Western: Telecommunication & ICT Connectivity, prioritises the construction of new towers, upgrading of existing infrastructure to 4G and 5G, and expanding internet access across all districts.

Improved connectivity will enable stronger border security and economic opportunity. This is one of the tangible outcomes delivered under the leadership of South Fly Open MP and Minister for Livestock, Hon. Sekie Agisa.

A strategic partnership in service delivery.
Source: Hilary Tilam, Office of SF District Administrator

In a history making event regarding Rugby League Development and Youth empowerment,, Western Province Rugby Showcased its Fly River Warriors in Port Moresby for the first time in exhibition games against Port Moresby based Rugby League franchises namely The Port Moresby Vipers and the Central Dabaris.

Although the wins didn't come to both the Western Reds and Yellows (Fly River Warriors Team 1 and 2), there was no denying the passion and raw talent on display.

The two Western Teams are made up of the selections concluding from the Fly River Rugby Tournament held in Daru in January 2026.

WESTERN PRESENTS 2026 PROVINCIAL BUDGET

Western Governor, Honourable Taboi Awi Yoto presented the Western (Fly River) Provincial Government 2026 Budget to the Minister for Treasury today.

The Fly River Provincial Government and the Provincial Administration:
Remembrance Day Commemoration of Grand Chief, Sir Michael Thomas Somare at the Provincial Capital, Daru this morning.
God Bless PNG. God Bless Western Province