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 By Isaac Liri : FM100  As the PNG Kumuls prepare for the Rugby League World Cup at the end of the year, structural football is something PNG has been getting right recently. PNG Kumuls on the rise [Photo by PNG Kumuls Media] PNG Kumuls coach Stanley Tepend told FM 100 Sporty after their victory of Fiji Batis recently in Sydney that their style of game has changed, and PNG has improved a lot in terms of playing structural football. “We have come a long way and we have the systems in place that can help our team perform better especially in terms of structure,” Tepend said. “I so happy to see that we are improving every time we play on the International stage and this speaks volumes of what’s happening  behind the scenes.” Outgoing PNG Kumul captain David Mead also commended the rise of PNG in rugby league. “I think we are playing with a lot more structure now than before and there are many young talents coming through so the future for the PNG Kumuls is bright,” Mead added. Veteran NRL...

Funding of medical supplies and drug procurement will be among the priorities of the Papua New Guinea Health Minister’s 100 days plan. Dr. Lino Tom said he will ensure that medical supplies and drug procurement is adequately funded. In a Ministerial statement to Parliament yesterday, Dr. Lino Tom said drug procurement continues to be a big challenge, and he will work with the Health Department and development partners to explore options to improve drug procurement. He’s adamant to look at either strengthening the current drug procurement and supply management system or outsourcing to a reputable independent authority as a matter of priority, as recommended by the parliamentary Public Accounts Committee. “We have already commenced work on this. It is my plan and hope to ensure the right medicines are procured in the right quality, right quantity and delivered to the right place at the right time during my term in office.” “In doing so Mr. Speaker, my first p...