
Former NRL players Pat Mata'utia and Harry Siejka have copped last-round charges which put them both in doubt for Newcastle Rugby League finals fixtures.
Maitland forward Mara'utia was cited for a careless high tackle and faces up to three weeks on the sidelines while Cessnock captain-coach Siejka could be ruled out for a fortnight after being put on report for contrary conduct having made contact with an official.