Maguire coy on NSW Origin halves but praises Paps NSW State of Origin coach Michael Maguire says players at struggling NRL teams can be in contention, while he's impressed by the return of Ryan Papenhuyzen. AAP · Apr 16, 2024
Slater backs Cobbo to become world-class centre Brisbane centre Selwyn Cobbo is making a success of his positional switch and Queensland coach Billy Slater says that could not have come at a better time. AAP · Apr 15, 2024
Slater reveals possible surprise duo for Maroons Kalyn Ponga or Reece Walsh will play fullback for Queensland in State of Origin but coach Billy Slater remains open to them both being in the team together. AAP · Apr 15, 2024
Eels forward Hopgood on cusp of Maroons debut: Miles It's a big year for Parramatta forward J'maine Hopgood who Queensland selector Gene Miles says has been identified as a Maroons player for a long time. AAP · Mar 3, 2024
Sua Fa'alogo re-signs with Storm until 2028 Melbourne excitement machine Sua Fa'alogo has extended his stay at Storm until the end of 2028 where the 20-year-old will complement No.1 Ryan Papenhuyzen. AAP · Feb 29, 2024
Slater gift of faith to Titans' Fermor moves mountains Gold Coast forward Beau Fermor returns from a season out due to an ACL tear with confidence sky high after what he concedes was a shock Queensland camp call-up. AAP · Feb 8, 2024
Ponga and Walsh could play together in Origin: Slater Kalyn Ponga and Reece Walsh appear set for a battle to play fullback for Queensland in Origin this year but Billy Slater is open to finding a role for both men. AAP · Feb 3, 2024
Kaufusi, Capewell, Gagai back in Origin mix for Maroons Billy Slater has included Felise Kaufusi, Dane Gagai and Kurt Capewell in a 34-man Maroons squad that will gather in Brisbane ahead of the NRL season. AAP · Feb 2, 2024
New Maroons assistant Ballin has head NRL gig in sights Matt Ballin has replaced Cameron Smith as Queensland assistant coach with a third straight State of Origin series win and head NRL coaching role in his plans. AAP · Feb 1, 2024
Ballin joins Queensland coaching staff as Smith leaves Queensland Rugby League has announced changes to its State of Origin coaching staff, with Matt Ballin replacing Cameron Smith as an assistant to Billy Slater. AAP · Jan 31, 2024
Gallen surprised at Fittler's exit, won't replace him Widely regarded as one of NSW's finest players in modern times, Paul Gallen will not put his hand up to replace outgoing State of Origin coach Brad Fittler. AAP · Sep 30, 2023
Billy Slater inks three-year extension as Maroons coach Billy Slater's new deal as Maroons coach until 2026 has been hailed by QRL boss Ben Ikin, who identifies aspects of Mal Meninga and Craig Bellamy in his work. AAP · Sep 28, 2023
Rampant Walsh rates alongside Bronco legend: Walters Brisbane legends have likened Reece Walsh to a young Darren Lockyer with coach Kevin Walters highlighting his No.1's influence ahead of the NRL grand final. AAP · Sep 24, 2023
How the Storm’s NRL ‘egg-chasers’ won over AFL-mad Melbourne Sustained success has played a significant role but so too has the way the club has leaned into links with Australian rules football The Guardian - AU · Sep 19, 2023
AAP · Sep 19, 2023 Ikin 'more confident' Slater will stay Maroons coach QRL boss Ben Ikin warned the NRL not to mess with the State of Origin schedule and says negotiations with Maroons coach Billy Slater are at their "pointy end".
The Guardian - AU · Jul 12, 2023 State of Origin 2023 Game 3: NSW Blues 24-10 Queensland Maroons – as it happened The Blues save some face in game three but the Maroons are the 2023 champions
Tom’s Guide · Jul 12, 2023 State of Origin Game 3 live stream: How to watch NSW vs QLD for free, from anywhere Here's how to watch State of Origin Game 3 live stream for free from anywhere – Billy Slater's triumphant Maroons have a chance to pull off the first clean sweep in more than a decade.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 11, 2023 NSW hope to salvage State of Origin and ruin Queensland’s hunt for clean sweep Brad Fittler’s Blues are desperate to regain some pride in game three after two defeats, but the Maroons look ready to continue domination
AAP · Jul 7, 2023 QRL waits for 'one of a kind' Slater on contract talks QRL chairman Bruce Hatcher is unfazed by Maroons coach Billy Slater's reluctance to commit publicly to staying on, with talks set for after the Origin series.
AAP · Jul 6, 2023 Nanai on ice after hip knock at Maroons training Queensland Origin forward Jeremiah Nanai sat out the end of training after a knock to his hip which coach Billy Slater described as "a bit of a bruise".
AAP · Jul 6, 2023 Maroons coaches pick up slack after RLPA media blackout Maroons coach Billy Slater says larrikin assistant coach Allan Langer could find himself on the "speaking roster" after the RLPA imposed a player-media ban.
AAP · Jul 5, 2023 Bennett's 2020 babes now Maroons marauders for Billy Queensland Rugby League chairman Bruce Hatcher says Maroons coach Billy Slater has continued the legacy of Wayne Bennett and given young guns an Origin crack.
AAP · Jul 4, 2023 Cherry-Evans buys into Horsburgh cult-hero status Corey Horsburgh's gusto, attitude and most importantly red hair has all the makings of a new Queensland cult hero, according to captain Daly Cherry-Evans.
AAP · Jul 3, 2023 Horsburgh to debut, Brimson back as Maroons name squad Canberra prop Corey Horsburgh and Gold Coast fullback AJ Brimson have been named in Queensland's 17 as the Maroons target a State of Origin clean sweep.
AAP · Jul 2, 2023 Haas in doubt for Origin III, Graham won't make debut Campbell Graham and Kalyn Ponga have both been ruled out of contention for State of Origin III, while Payne Haas is racing the clock to line up.