The Latest Breaking News from North Queensland

Cowboys recruit finds fitness he never had at Tigers

New North Queensland signing John Bateman has found a new verve in Townsville as he prepares to start the season in the best shape of his recent career.

AAP · Feb 6, 2025

Study shows hot leaves can’t catch carbon from the air. It’s bad news for rainforests – and Earth

On the east coast of Australia, in tropical North Queensland, lies the Daintree rainforest – a place where the density of trees forms an almost impenetrable mass of green.

The Conversation · Jan 14, 2025

Purdue in three-way battle to play halfback for Cowboys

North Queensland young gun Jaxon Purdue wants to partner Tom Dearden in the halves this year, while his versatility has him in the frame to be in the top 17.

AAP · Jan 9, 2025

Cowboys sign Jaxson Paulo, 2025 roster spots still open

Former Manly outside back Jaxson Paulo has joined North Queensland on a two-year deal as the Cowboys continue to add depth to their outside back stocks.

AAP · Nov 12, 2024

Hynes put alcohol in the bin, next to social media

Cronulla halfback Nicho Hynes has revealed he hasn't touched alcohol for five months, putting it alongside social media on his no-go list for the finals.

AAP · Sep 23, 2024

Broncos close on minor premiership, Knights in top four

Brisbane have smashed St George Illawarra to close in on a fifth NRLW premiership, while Newcastle secured a finals berth by sweeping aside North Queensland.

AAP · Sep 21, 2024

Cowboys aim to shake 'middle-of-the-road' team tag

North Queensland coach Todd Payten says his side must find it within themselves to reduce the gap between their best and worst performances in 2025.

AAP · Sep 20, 2024

Finals exit sums up ebbs and flows of Cowboys' season

North Queensland's 2024 NRL season is over following a frustrating loss to Cronulla which provided a snapshot of their campaign.

AAP · Sep 20, 2024

Trindall writes redemption script in Sharks' finals win

Cronulla will meet Penrith in an NRL preliminary final after a 26-18 win over North Queensland.

AAP · Sep 20, 2024

Fitzgibbon desperate to end Sharks' poor finals run

Cronulla are out to snap a seven-game finals losing streak when they host North Queensland at Allianz Stadium.

AAP · Sep 19, 2024