London Broncos star to become one of PNG Chiefs ...
The NRL will welcome it's 19th team to the competition in 2028, as the PNG Chiefs enter the Australian game for the very first time.
www.seriousaboutrl.comHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting:
- PNG Chiefs are actively positioning for entry into the NRL with aims to debut in 2028, and there have been formal announcements around leadership and coaching appointments as part of establishing the franchise.[1][5]
- Willie Peters has been named as the inaugural head coach of the PNG Chiefs, marking a key milestone in the club’s preparations for its first season.[3][5]
- The club is pursuing high-profile player recruitment to build a competitive squad, including reported interest in players from premiership-winning teams, as part of their strategy to establish credibility and competitiveness early.[2][6]
- Ongoing coverage also notes a broader media and operational push, including staffing recruitment and organizational development, ahead of the 2028 season.[4][10]
If you’d like, I can summarize these developments into a one-page timeline or pull together a short briefing with key dates and people to watch. I can also watch for new updates and provide a concise update thread as events unfold.
Citations:
- PNG Chiefs joining NRL in 2028 and leadership announcements[1]
- Willie Peters named head coach[3]
- Recruitment interest in Panthers players[2]
- Staffing and operations development[4]