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PNG Chiefs unveil logo ahead of 2028 NRL debut
The PNG Chiefs unveiled their first club logo and supporters' jersey as they prepare to enter the National Rugby League.
The team is based in Papua New Guinea and will begin playing in the NRL in 2028.
A team of graphic artists in Papua New Guinea designed the logo to represent the country and the club's identity.
Its imagery includes ceremonial feathers, a cassowary bone, a chief's face and kina shells, each linked to elements of Papua New Guinea's culture and traditions.
Club chief executive Lorna McPherson called the unveiling a major milestone in establishing the team.
The club says the jersey represents belonging and unity, as well as the chance to represent Papua New Guineans nationally.
The Chiefs are due to join the NRL in 2028, with the club saying it wants to create opportunities and a lasting legacy for the country.
The PNG Chiefs have unveiled their inaugural club logo and a supporters’ jersey ahead of their 2028 NRL debut.
The logo was designed by a team of graphic artists in Papua New Guinea.
The club says the logo depicts what makes the Chiefs strong and unique.
CEO Lorna McPherson called the unveiling one of the club’s most significant milestones.
The logo combines symbols associated with Papua New Guinea’s traditions, people and national identity.
- Who
- The PNG Chiefs, a new rugby league club.
- What
- The club unveiled its inaugural logo and a supporters’ jersey ahead of its NRL entry.
- When
- Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
- Where
- Papua New Guinea. A specific unveiling location is not stated.
- Why
- The unveiling gives the club a complete identity ahead of its 2028 NRL entry.
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The PNG Chiefs unveiled their inaugural logo and a supporters’ jersey.
The PNG Chiefs are set to enter the NRL.
- Club
- PNG Chiefs
- Unveiled
- Inaugural logo and supporters’ jersey
- Design
- A team of graphic artists in Papua New Guinea
- CEO
- Lorna McPherson
- NRL entry
- 2028 season
What people are saying
This is the first time that our club has its true, complete identity — a logo and jersey that our players, partners and fans can hold to as their own.
The logo of the PNG Chiefs tells a story about Papua New Guinea — our people, what makes us strong and what makes us unique.
We know the responsibility that comes with establishing this club and we are incredibly proud to show our club to the world today.