Shouldering finals pain nothing new for valiant Shark Braydon Trindall has brushed off any concerns around his shoulder, ready to be tested in the NRL finals after fighting through similar situations in the past. AAP · Sep 12
NRL top eight sealed as calls overshadow Cowboys' win North Queensland have secured their spot in the NRL finals, despite some calls that Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall described as "outrageous". AAP · Aug 29
Cowboys call for common sense after falling in shootout The door is ajar to the NRL's top eight after North Queensland were beaten 32-30 by Parramatta, with the Cowboys frustrated by a decisive late penalty call. AAP · Aug 15
ACL comeback twins fire Cowboys towards finals North Queensland centre Tom Chester spent 600 days in NRL exile after a second ACL tear and credits his return to Heilum Luki, who went through the same ordeal. AAP · Aug 11
Cowboys back in top eight after passing character test North Queensland have bounced back from the club's "darkest day" to wallop Gold Coast 30-8 and go to seventh on the NRL ladder, with their stars shining. AAP · Aug 6
Broncos' failed season over as Cowboys overpower rivals Brisbane's shocking season has been given its last rites by North Queensland's 18-10 win in Townsville, with the Broncos' premiership defence now in tatters. AAP · Jul 25
Mitchell Moses races to prove Origin fitness as Laurie Daley names NSW team for game 2 Broncos prop Payne Haas gets Blues recall for MCG clash while Queensland Maroons coach Billy Slater backs out-of-form Reece Walsh The Guardian - AU · Jun 8
Maroons blow as Broncos duo ruled out of Origin II An ankle injury has ruled Brisbane and Queensland forward Pat Carrigan out of State of Origin game two in Melbourne on June 17. AAP · May 31
Drinkwater class key as Cowboys overpower Rabbitohs North Queensland have now won eight of their past 10 matches after prevailing 30-18 over South Sydney in Townsville. AAP · May 24
'Be like him': Cowboys warrior fires Luki's Origin push North Queensland forward Heilum Luki has overcome two ACL injuries to put himself in Queensland contention as he aims to follow in Reuben Cotter's footsteps. AAP · May 16
Late Luki try sinks Broncos as Cowboys win four on trot North Queensland fullback Scott Drinkwater has lit up Suncorp Stadium in a 35-31 win over a Brisbane side that lost two hookers to concussion. AAP · Apr 10
Mahoney ready to go as Cowboys dismantle young Panthers Reed Mahoney's showing out of dummy-half has headlined North Queensland's 66-24 pre-season thrashing of a Penrith side with just 11 games of NRL experience. AAP · Feb 13
How fishing helped nurse NRL Cowboy back to health North Queensland's Heilum Luki took an unorthodox approach to his recovery from a second ACL injury, buying a boat and hitting the water as much as possible. AAP · Feb 12
Jake Clifford pushes case in Cowboys selection battle Jake Clifford starred in North Queensland's pre-season win over Canterbury as Todd Payten considers his halves combination for the Las Vegas season opener. AAP · Feb 7
AAP · Feb 3 Cowboys unleash 'natural footballer' Purdue at No.6 North Queensland will play speed demon Jaxon Purdue in the halves in their opening trial as star back-rower Heilum Luki returns from an ACL rupture.
AAP · Apr 4, 2025 Piakura gets Broncos chance to prove Maroons star right Brendan Piakura has been given the Brisbane starting back-row spot he craves and he has a fortnight to give coach Michael Maguire another selection headache.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 24, 2025 NRL 2025 predicted ladder part one: turmoil-hit Souths face familiar challenges It is probably too early for Wayne Bennett to bring glory back to the Rabbitohs while the Dragons are destined for wooden spoon
AAP · Dec 21, 2024 Luckless Cowboy Luki set to miss 2025 NRL campaign North Queensland second-rower Heilum Luki is set to miss the entire 2025 NRL season after going down with another long-term injury.
AAP · Sep 12, 2024 Luki emerges as Cowboys' weapon after early injury woes North Queensland second-rower Heilum Luki warmed up for NRL finals with the best game of his career and is now forming a lethal combination with Jeremiah Nanai.
AAP · Aug 2, 2024 Justin Olam's season could be over after high shot Justin Olam was sent off for a high shot on North Queensland's Heilum Luki and the Wests Tigers centre is now facing suspension.
AAP · Aug 1, 2024 Olam sent off as Tigers' tough week ends in loss to NQ Wests Tigers' week started with news their most promising player will leave the NRL club, and ended with a loss that included a player sent off.
AAP · Jul 21, 2024 Dearden inspires Cowboys to gritty win over Bulldogs North Queensland five-eighth Tom Dearden has conjured the match winning play late in a vital 20-18 win over Canterbury in Townsville.
AAP · Jul 4, 2024 Cowboys quick learner Luki in frame for Maroons debut North Queensland second-rower Heilum Luki is close to a Queensland debut after putting into operation advice he received in Maroons camp from Felise Kaufusi.
AAP · Jun 2, 2024 Drinkwater propels Cowboys to gutsiest win of year Scott Drinkwater set up one try, scored another and kicked the winning penalty goal as North Queensland upset the Sydney Roosters at Allianz Stadium.
AAP · Apr 24, 2024 Jett flight for Warriors as Cowboys lock in Luki The Warriors have secured brother-of-a-gun Jett Cleary, as North Queensland tie Heilum Luki to a long-term contract extension.