PNG has moved up from 13th to 7th position at the Arafura Games in Darwin after grabbing medals in athletics long distance events to become the second top Pacific island country at the Games.

Macau has taken over from New Caledonia in the latest medal tally after outstanding performances in track and field events yesterday to progress to 27 gold, 17 silver and 27 bronze – 2 gold medals more than the New Caledonians

New Caledonia athletes won most of their medals in the last four days in swimming as well as table-tennis.

Fiji’s three medals make it the third Pacific Island country in 14th position.

Source: Radio Fiji