SPRL seeks support for registration
The Samberigi-Polopa Rugby League (SPRL) concluded its Round 9 on Saturday, 8 August 2026, at Osi Oval, but needs to formally register the competition with the Investment Promotion Authority (IPA) and Internal Revenue Commission (IRC).
Established in 2017, SPRL operated for a few seasons before dissolving. However, the competition revived this year under the leadership of President Walawe Besipu, Secretary Charles Timereke, and their executive team.
Secretary Timereke expressed satisfaction with the progress of the competition: “The executive of Samberigi-Polopa Rugby League is pleased to update our clubs, supporters, and stakeholders on our 2026 season progress.
“We are proud to announce that our competition has successfully reached Round 9 last weekend, despite facing some challenges.
“Over 10 clubs and 300-plus players from Samberigi, Polopa, and Erave LLGs have been participating with great discipline, sportsmanship, and community support.
“The turnout from parents and supporters each weekend shows the hunger our people have for positive activities. Rugby league is keeping our youth engaged, healthy, and off the streets.”
As a revived competition, the SPRL executive team is working on opening the league’s bank account and registering it with the Investment Promotion Authority and Internal Revenue Commission.
“As part of our commitment to become a fully compliant and transparent sporting body, we have started the process to register with IPA and IRC, and to open an official BSP account for the league,” Timereke said.
“However, due to financial constraints, this process has been delayed. The costs for IPA registration fee, IRC processing fee, and initial bank requirements are currently beyond our capacity as a community-run organization.”
SPRL is appealing to business houses and individuals to help them meet the PNG Rugby Football League requirements and complete the processes mentioned above.
“We are therefore kindly appealing to individuals, business houses, and people with a heart for community development to support Samberigi-Polopa Rugby League,” Timereke pleaded.
“Your support will help us complete our IPA & IRC registrations to become a legally recognized entity, open our BSP account to manage funds transparently, and continue running the competition safely to the grand final.
“Every contribution, whether big or small, will go directly toward registering the league and securing a better future for our youth through sport.”
SPRL believes that together, they can build stronger pathways for young people. Timereke thanked all club officials, referees, parents, and supporters for their continued support as they aim to finish the season strongly.
To donate or partner with Samberigi-Polopa Rugby League, contact Secretary Charles Timereke on this number: 79833479.
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