Hondina to continue serving as PNGRFL chief executive officer for second term

PNGRFL CEO Stanley Hondina was reappointed for second term (Image: PNG NRLC)

Papua New Guinea Rugby Football League has reappointed Stanley Hondina as its chief executive officer for a second term.

PNGRFL chairman Sandis Tsaka said the league governing body has seen significant milestones and progress under Hondina’s leadership, paving way for his reappointment for another 3 years.

“We have seen 3 strategic plans come into effect, as well as the successful PNG NRL Bid, amongst the revival of participation in our sport and affiliations since COVID,” Tsaka said of Hondina’s performance.

“The CEO has been instrumental in setting up systems and processes at the PNGRFL in his first term, which will see impact beyond his term as the organization grows.

“Like any organization, Stanley has gone through the appraisal process and had the necessary performance reviews through his tenure.”

Mr. Hondina was first appointed to the top job in 2021 following an interim stint as acting CEO for a three-month period after the resignation of former CEO Reatau Rau.

Tsaka expressed confidence in Hondina to lead the organisation for a second term as he will play a crucial role advisory and management across all levels of rugby league in the country.

Hondina’s appointment came into effect on 17th February 2025 after thorough review process by PNGRFL board.

Mr. Hondina welcomed the announcement and pledged to continue developing the league under his capacity as CEO for next three years.

“It is a huge responsibility, and I will continue to do my best for the development and growth of the game, its players, officials and the many volunteers within the country,” Mr. Hondina said.

“As part of building the systems and processes, everything we do and will do, will be to build on the vision of BETTER PEOPLE, BETTER SPORT, BETTER NATION and this will only be possible with a workforce driven by our BETTER values.

Hondina previously held the role of PNG National Rugby League Competition Manager [2017 - 2020], with a background in accounting, working for our sport he worked as an auditor both in Government and Private sectors [Auditor General’s Office and Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu] for a total of five years.