$600 million 'clause' in PNG's new rugby league deal

The $600 million 'clause' in PNG's new rugby league deal
Rugby league is at the face of Australia's $600 million deal to back a new NRL team in Papua New Guinea, but the main game is being played on a far larger arena than a footy field.
Rugby league-Australia to fund PNG team's entry to NRL in 2028
A$600 million ($382.80 million) over 10 years to support its team's entry to the National Rugby League, a deal both countries said dovetails with Australia's security support for its Pacific neighbour.
Australia inks $600 million deal to create PNG NRL team
Australian Rugby League Commission chairman Peter V’landys has signalled a further expansion announcement could be imminent after officially unveiling a $600 million deal for a Papua New Guinea team to enter the NRL from 2028.
Australia's $600 Million Rugby League Power Play in PNG
Australia pledges A$600 million to help Papua New Guinea (PNG) enter the National Rugby League, aligning this with a security arrangement. The partnership aims to bolster strategic ties amidst China's growing influence in the Pacific.
Australia to spend $385 mn on PNG rugby league team with eye on China
Australia will spend US$385 million to establish a team from Papua New Guinea in its rugby league competition, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Thursday, a move designed to help ward
Rugby league-Australia to fund PNG team's entry to NRL in 2028 in Pacific security play
By Kirsty Needham and Alasdair Pal SYDNEY (Reuters) -Australia will provide Papua New Guinea (PNG) A$600 million ($382.80 million) over 10 years to support its team's entry to the National Rugby League,
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