Robson ready for anything after Origin baptism of fire Reece Robson has a history lesson in store for anyone asking whether he'll be up to the task of playing big minutes at hooker in the first State of Origin game. AAP · Jun 1, 2024
Jarome Luai moves on from Origin spat with Reece Walsh Ahead of his NSW comeback, Jarome Luai has downplayed speculation he could find himself at the centre of another blue with Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh. AAP · May 31, 2024
Matt Burton's Origin absence frustrates Bulldogs Cameron Ciraldo is disappointed Canterbury will miss the services of Matt Burton, after the five-eighth was named as 18th player for NSW in Origin I. AAP · May 30, 2024
Luai ready to lead as Hynes gets through NSW training NSW halfback Nicho Hynes has increased his involvement at State of Origin training, while Jarome Luai has gone from axed half to the Blues leadership group. AAP · May 30, 2024
Early days under Madge steel McInnes for his NSW debut Cameron McInnes will come full circle when he makes his State of Origin debut under Michael Maguire, who handed him his NRL debut back in 2014. AAP · May 29, 2024
'Untouchable' NSW duo wait as Hynes sits out training Nicho Hynes failed to train in the first hit-out for Michael Maguire's new-look NSW State of Origin side. AAP · May 29, 2024
Afternoon Update: PNG says more than 2,000 buried by landslide; IDF airstrike kills 35 in Rafah; and competitive chilling out in Korea Number of people believed to have been killed has risen sharply from earlier estimates of about 670 The Guardian - AU · May 27, 2024
Trbojevic admits shock at becoming NSW Origin captain NSW coach Michael Maguire acknowledges his new skipper Jake Trbojevic was probably wondering if he would even be picked for Origin 1. AAP · May 27, 2024
Tedesco among first to congratulate Edwards on debut One of James Tedesco's first acts on learning he'd been axed as NSW captain and fullback was to congratulate the Blues' new No.1 Dylan Edwards. AAP · May 27, 2024
Halfback Hynes confident on calf for NSW Origin return NSW coach Michael Maguire has rejected any concerns over Nicho Hynes' fitness, adamant the halfback will not miss any training ahead of State of Origin I. AAP · May 27, 2024
From NSW villain to most important Blue: Jarome Luai Sent off for a head butt and dropped in last year's State of Origin series, Jarome Luai is now the most experienced member of the Blues' new-look spine. AAP · May 26, 2024
Luai in stunning NSW audition as Panthers belt Sharks A superstar showing from Jarome Luai, on the eve of State of Origin selection, has guided Penrith to a huge win over fellow NRL heavyweights Cronulla. AAP · May 25, 2024
Olakau'atu now mentally ready for NSW Origin debut Haumole Olakau'atu admits questions over State of Origin selection would have rattled him two years ago, but says he is now mentally ready to debut for NSW. AAP · May 25, 2024
Blues' injury crisis deepens as Mitch Moses ruled out NSW Blues coach Michael Maguire's selection headache has worsened, with Parramatta half Mitch Moses denied a chance to prove his fitness against South Sydney. AAP · May 21, 2024
AAP · May 16, 2024 Departing Zac Lomax leaves Dragons fans bewildered Zac Lomax has refused to elaborate on his reasoning for leaving St George Illawarra to join Parramatta in 2025.
AAP · May 15, 2024 Moses could handle Origin with one game lead-in: Paulo Junior Paulo is backing Mitchell Moses to leap off the treatment table and into the Origin arena, arguing the Parramatta halfback could handle the heat.
AAP · May 14, 2024 Wighton rules out reversing State of Origin retirement Injury-hit NSW could do with a gritty, versatile player like Jack Wighton, but the South Sydney back won't be coming out of State of Origin retirement.
The Guardian - AU · May 13, 2024 NSW’s State of Origin selection in chaos with Queensland clear-cut favourites With Nathan Cleary ruled out through injury, uncertainty clouds the Blues’ spine while the Maroons are far more settled
AAP · May 10, 2024 Hynes injury adds to NSW's horror weekend NSW coach Michael Maguire is facing the prospect of starting the State of Origin series without Nathan Cleary, Tom Trbojevic and possibly Nicho Hynes.
AAP · May 3, 2024 Crichton ripe for NSW recall under old coach Maguire In-form Sydney Roosters second-rower Angus Crichton is eyeing a NSW recall under a familiar coach, a new contract and another NRL premiership.
AAP · Apr 19, 2024 Flanagan says outgoing Lomax a must-pick for NSW Origin Shane Flanagan believes in-form St George Illawarra ace Zac Lomax deserves a State of Origin debut.
AAP · Apr 16, 2024 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 5, 2024 Utoikamanu eyeing second chance at State of Origin As the State of Origin series draws nearer, Stefano Utoikamanu is feeling ready for a second chance in Sky Blue.
AAP · Feb 22, 2024 Maguire keeps door open on Utoikamanu for Origin Michael Maguire insists the fact he picked other props ahead of Stefano Utoikamanu does not mean the door is closed on him for NSW State of Origin in 2024.
AAP · Feb 21, 2024 Stacey Jones pips Wayne Bennett to land Kiwis job Stacey Jones has seen off stiff competition from Dolphins mentor Wayne Bennett to be named the new coach of New Zealand's national rugby league team.