Val Holmes shakes off shoulder issue ahead of Origin A favourite of Queensland coach Billy Slater, Val Holmes has shaken off a shoulder injury in time to remain an option for the State of Origin series opener. AAP · May 12
Plath one of six Dolphins in Maroons mix for Origin Dolphins warhorse Max Plath has the character and talent of a Queenslander, and the new six-man bench in State of Origin will only help his case for a debut. AAP · May 3
State of Origin coaches back Australian NRL takeover of England’s Super League Slater and Daley say investment would improve rugby league globally as NRL ramps up negotiations to secure international broadcast deal The Guardian - AU · Apr 20
Munster to fight way out of slump as Origin looms Queensland five-eighth Cameron Munster is his own "worst critic" and admits he has been down on form at club level as the Origin series opener draws nearer. AAP · Apr 20
Plath backed for Origin as Dolphins trial six-shooters The Dolphins have several options to replace suspended No.6 Kodi Nikorima as pocket rocket Trai Fuller gets reps in at training in an unusual position. AAP · Apr 20
Alex Johnston bedlam delivers one of rugby league’s most unforgettable nights The rugby league world – including a Roosters fan who was first on the scene – found it impossible not to cheer as the South Sydney flyer broke the NRL’s all-time try-scoring record The Guardian - AU · Mar 16
'Clarity for all': Hannay's new ethos gets Titans test New Gold Coast coach Josh Hannay has backed players in one position and taken steps to eradicate Jekyll and Hyde displays as he returns to Shark Park. AAP · Mar 6
The No.1 curse Walsh must break to keep Broncos on top Reece Walsh enters 2026 with more attention on him than any other player, but few fullbacks have been able to back up untouchable seasons year after year. AAP · Feb 27
'Big shoes': New Storm No.1 set to do Papenhuyzen proud Cameron Munster said new Melbourne fullback Sua Fa'alogo will "prove people wrong'" this year and be a worthy heir to Billy Slater and Ryan Papenhuyzen . AAP · Feb 27
Ikin unveils plan for Slater's future as Maroons coach Off-contract Billy Slater is tipped to stay as Queensland coach beyond 2026 as QRL boss Ben Ikin confirmed talks have begun to make him a long-term mentor. AAP · Feb 26
Titans hope to know Bellamy call before pre-season Josh Hannay is set to start his first pre-season as Gold Coast coach in November, and the Titans hope to know by then if Craig Bellamy will coach there in 2027. AAP · Oct 16, 2025
The Broncos ended one dynasty but must beat the NRL’s benchmark to return to glory While Melbourne Storm have a legacy like few others, Brisbane were once rugby league royalty too. The stage is set for a huge grand final The Guardian - AU · Sep 29, 2025
'Exceptional' Munster, Dearden clinch Maroons awards Queensland captain Cameron Munster's emotional heroics in the State of Origin decider clinched him a favourite gong as star half Tom Dearden was also rewarded. AAP · Sep 25, 2025
Why Hannay can lead Titans to the promised land Gold Coast's new director of football Scott Sattler explains why incoming coach Josh Hannay is the right man to transform the Titans into a success story. AAP · Aug 27, 2025
AAP · Aug 25, 2025 Melbourne Storm look to celebrate bronzed Bellamy Craig Bellamy, who had feared his Melbourne career could have been over after 10 games, is set to bring up 600 matches as Storm coach.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 10, 2025 Origin’s series-defining moment offers an antidote to rugby league’s performative masculinity While men’s sport can often be a proxy for authentic human connection, Cameron Munster and Billy Slater show there is another way
AAP · Jul 10, 2025 Dearden a big-stage star, but won't chase No.7 Test job Tom Dearden had a career-best night in Queensland's State of Origin decider win, but says it shouldn't catapult him into contention for Australia's No.7 jersey.
AAP · Jul 9, 2025 'Big Papa' answers Slater's SOS with calm Origin outing From sleeping on a hospital chair to lifting the State of Origin shield on enemy territory, Queensland's Josh Papali'i has had a busy couple of weeks.
AAP · Jul 9, 2025 'Easy decision' for emotional Munster to play Origin Queensland coach Billy Slater says Cameron Munster would have made his late father proud, after inspiring the Maroons to a State of Origin series victory.
AAP · Jul 9, 2025 Slater's efforts rated among State of Origin's greatest Billy Slater has gone from having his job questioned to a man in charge of one of Queensland's great State of Origin successes.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 9, 2025 Queensland duo show State of Origin triumph is a matter of life and death Cameron Munster shook off the death of his father while Josh Papalii saw his child born in the nick of time to help Maroons to Sydney win
AAP · Jul 9, 2025 Emotions bubble up for Captain Courageous Munster Grief stricken Cameron Munster and his coach Billy Slater embraced and shed tears after Queensland's stunning 24-12 win in the State of Origin decider.
AAP · Jul 9, 2025 Bold call vindicated as Dearden man of Origin series Queensland halfback Tom Dearden has been awarded the Wally Lewis Medal after inspiring the Maroons to an unlikely win in the State of Origin decider.
AAP · Jul 9, 2025 Maroons rise for Munster with magic and muscle After the tragic loss of Cameron Munster's father, the Queensland side delivered for their captain with a 24-12 win for the ages in the State of Origin decider.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 9, 2025 Near-flawless Queensland defy odds to stun NSW and claim State of Origin series Tom Dearden put in a man-of-the-match performance and Cameron Munster inspired the Maroons to a stunning 24-12 Game 3 victory in Sydney