[3] Wabo was named in the interchange in each of PNG's three games in the 2008 Rugby League World Cup.

His trademark solid tackling and flamboyant play ensured, along with David Mead, he was one of the crowd favourites for the PNG Kumuls during the Pacific Cup.

He was their childhood idol ... Charlie's experience and knowledge of the game has helped the boys a lot, they are listening to him and he has brought a culture of respect into the side.

[5]When 2020 Digicel Cup competition season was about to begin, he was appointed as the head coach for Kroton Hela Wigmen.

During his first year tenure as head coach, he successfully delivered another trophy for the Wigmen after his team defeated the Lae Snax Tigers in the grand final in front of sold-out crowd at the National Football Stadium.