PNG CHIEFS AUSTRALIA 2026

The Papua New Guinea Chiefs are a proposed NRL expansion team expected to enter the competition later this decade, aiming to represent Port Moresby and the broader Pacific region. Backed by strong government support, the club is focused on developing local talent while also attracting experienced NRL players to stay competitive from the outset. The team is intended to play home games at the National Football Stadium and will place a strong emphasis on national pride and cultural identity, with the goal of growing rugby league in Papua New Guinea and strengthening the NRL’s presence across the Pacific.