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Knights' kingdom: how Holbrook restored Newcastle's footy soul for new era

The 1997 and 2001 grand finals are ingrained in Newcastle culture. Now, 25 years later, the club is riding a fresh wave of Novocastrian pride.

Newcastle Herald · 8h ago

The ‘big penis’ has been torn down: how Newcastle changed in 25 years since the Knights’ last NRL title

The first wave of Knights successes came with a backdrop of uncertainty about what a post-industrial future might mean for the steel city

The Guardian - AU · Sep 30

Donga the Dolphin provides Yeo-effect in finals push

Dolphins utility Kurt Donoghoe's playmaking skills are key to their title hopes and his history as a half came to the fore to edge the side closer to finals.

AAP · Jul 20

'They have to make a decision': Knights great airs concerns over Ponga

'This is a whole new kettle of fish'

Newcastle Herald · Mar 13, 2023

Questions over Ponga in No.6 after latest concussion

Matthew Johns has questioned if Kalyn Ponga needs to return to fullback, with the Newcastle star's immediate future in doubt after his latest concussion.

AAP · Mar 13, 2023