Destroyer Toia gets Maroons tick from 1995 tyro Ikin Ben Ikin, the youngest and least experienced State of Origin debutant, has explained why 10-game NRL rookie Robert Toia can shine on Queensland debut. AAP · May 26, 2025
Why Moses' Origin encore could eclipse toughest moment Mitchell Moses finished last year's State of Origin decider with a ruptured biceps, but there's two reasons his Brisbane return with the Blues could be tougher. AAP · May 26, 2025
Chopper crash inquest to look at pilot's cocaine use An inquest into a fatal mid-air helicopter collision will look at a number of issues including a pilot's cocaine use before the crash, the coroner has heard. AAP · May 26, 2025
Vixens find form after coach's surprising call to exit Melbourne Vixens have produced their best game of the year, outgunning Queensland in their first match since coach Simone McKinnis announced she was leaving. AAP · May 25, 2025
How Nanai's club axing steeled him for Maroons Queensland forward Jeremiah Nanai's shock club axing in round two has been described as "the kick up the butt he needed" and now he is ready to fire in Origin. AAP · May 24, 2025
Ponga sheds quad issue in vital step for Maroons Tom Dearden has prepared to be ready for any contingency as Queensland's No.14, as Kalyn Ponga joined team training for the first time in camp. AAP · May 24, 2025
Reds seek 'focus' to prove early Super form no Flook The Queensland Reds hope a Test centre's return might spark them after slipping from top spot to fifth ahead of the final regular-season round. AAP · May 24, 2025
Hurricanes hoodoo bites Reds in costly Super loss Reds coach Les Kiss has been left frustrated by another 10-minute blip that's cost his Super Rugby Pacific team a top-four spot with finals looming. AAP · May 23, 2025
Canada bully Wallaroos in World Cup reality check Canada's 45-7 defeat of the Wallaroos in Brisbane was built on physical dominance that has exposed the work ahead of the hosts before August's World Cup. AAP · May 23, 2025
How Dearden plans to pull off Maroons' mystery role Tom Dearden has no shortage of inspiration as he prepares to become the latest Queensland playmaker to wear the No.14 in Brisbane's State of Origin opener. AAP · May 22, 2025
Herbie climbs off hospital bed to muzzle Bulldogs Barely a few hours after leaving a Brisbane hospital with an infection, Herbie Farnworth has helped steer the Dolphins to a dominant win over Canterbury. AAP · May 22, 2025
Maroons prop's Origin plea for refs to 'let it slide' Queensland front-rower Moeaki Fotuaika has made a not-so-subtle State of Origin wish regarding the NRL's crackdown on high contact. AAP · May 22, 2025
No regrets about drug-taking: Aussie swimmer Magnussen Australian swimmer James Magnussen says he has no regrets at signing up for Enhanced Games after completing his first course of performance enhancing drugs. AAP · May 20, 2025
'Best I've seen': Toia's rise from rugby gun to Maroons Queensland debutant Robert Toia is ready to mark Latrell Mitchell on his State of Origin debut after Nudgee College and Sydney Roosters set him on his path. AAP · May 19, 2025
AAP · May 19, 2025 Blues make call on Haas after crucial quad scans Payne Haas has undergone scans on his sore left quad, with the results shaping as crucial for NSW's State of Origin hopes.
AAP · May 19, 2025 Husband, brother-in-law behind bars after murder charge A husband and brother-in-law accused of murdering a young mother will remain behind bars after their matter was heard in court west of Brisbane.
AAP · May 18, 2025 Maroons' debutant ball, headed by rookie destroyer Toia Queensland coach Billy Slater has put his faith in new blood, with Robert Toia, Beau Fermor and Trent Loiero to feature in the State of Origin cauldron.
AAP · May 18, 2025 NSW hand bolter shock Origin debut, Haas in doubt Payne Haas is set to undergo a vital scan that will decide if he plays in State of Origin I while Mitch Moses and Dylan Edwards have won selection in key roles.
AAP · May 17, 2025 Gilbert injured in road Warriors' win over Dolphins The Warriors have held on to beat the fast-finishing Dolphins 16-12 in a match laced with controversy and an injury to Queensland hopeful Tom Gilbert.
AAP · May 14, 2025 'Unfinished business': Day driven to land second major Ten years after winning his first and only career major, Australia's former world No.1 Jason Day retains a burning desire to capture more big golfing spoils.
AAP · May 14, 2025 Collingwood playing 'long game' with injured star Collingwood are hoping premiership star Jordan De Goey hasn't suffered a major setback after being sidelined indefinitely.
AAP · May 14, 2025 'New coach, new team': why Blues don't talk about 2024 Taking a series lead into game two of women's Origin is familiar for NSW, but captain Isabelle Kelly says there are no scars from last year's capitulation.
AAP · May 13, 2025 Why returning Waratahs hooker won't look at Super table NSW Waratahs hooker and one-time Wallabies captain David Porecki is refusing to look at the Super Rugby Pacific ladder as he focuses on staying on the field.
AAP · May 13, 2025 Asiata rises out of shadows in Reds' time of need Richie Asiata has often been the man in the background in his football career but he's suddenly thriving as the main act in the Reds' time of need.
AAP · May 12, 2025 Harsh lesson NSW learned from women's Origin heartbreak NSW have vowed not to repeat the mistake that cost them State of Origin glory in the second match of last year's series.