Murray vows control in early tackles for health's sake Cameron Murray has put the onus on himself to control his emotion in State of Origin, not wanting to fall victim to another first-tackle concussion for NSW. AAP · May 25, 2023
'It's something we should all be proud of': The legacy and future of Pasifika players in State of Origin With yet another Pasifika player set to enter the State of Origin arena, the legacy and future of that community on rugby league's grandest stage has never been stronger. ABC News · May 24, 2023
Blues enforcer Martin sets sights on wounded Munster Liam Martin had been at risk of missing the State of Origin series through injury but is now primed to reprise his role as Cameron Munster's agitator in chief. AAP · May 24, 2023
How David Fifita has flown under the radar to become Queensland’s secret weapon for State of Origin I David Fifita isn't used to going unnoticed but the Titans backrower is poised to strike from the shadows for Queensland in State of Origin I. ABC News · May 24, 2023
NSW's Mitchell keen to silence Maroons' Origin boasts Latrell Mitchell is eager to prove that State of Origin means as much to NSW as it does Queensland. AAP · May 24, 2023
No reservations about picking De Belin as captain: Carr Jack de Belin spent more than two years subject to the NRL's no-fault stand-down policy but coach Ryan Carr had no qualms with selecting him as fill-in captain. AAP · May 24, 2023
State of Origin: Payne Haas explains how he is changing his game to dominate Game One Payne Haas is the runaway Dally M leader and has a claim to be the best rugby league player in the world. After four years playing for New South Wales, the time has come for him to dominate State of Origin football. ABC News · May 23, 2023
Jack De Belin set to be named Dragons captain St George Illawarra will name Jack de Belin as their captain with Ben Hunt away on State of Origin duties. AAP · May 23, 2023
Tevita Pangai Junior is the most unexpected New South Wales selection in years and the ultimate State of Origin wildcard Tevita Pangai Junior has not always played to the limits of his considerable talent but his shock Origin selection could be just what New South Wales need in the series opener, writes Nick Campton. ABC News · May 23, 2023
Sympathetic DCE's advice after stunning Qld Origin call Maroons captain Daly Cherry-Evans knows how Dane Gagai is feeling after an omission that stunned the Blues, and has urged the centre to respond appropriately. AAP · May 22, 2023
'It is mine to lose': Walsh will play No.1 his way Queensland debutant Reece Walsh does not intend to relinquish his No.1 jersey to Kalyn Ponga and he will express himself in the State of Origin series opener AAP · May 22, 2023
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Walsh to debut for Maroons amid Origin selection shocks Queensland have selected Reece Walsh and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow and left out Kalyn Ponga and Dane Gagai for the State of Origin series opener in Adelaide. The New Daily · May 21, 2023
$5m Eraring Trust Fund calls for applications The Eraring Community Investment Fund will be invested between 2023-2032 Newcastle Herald · May 21, 2023
AAP · May 21, 2023 Hudson Young won't die wondering in NSW Origin debut Canberra back-rower Hudson Young looks set to be included in NSW's squad for State of Origin Game 1, something the Raider says he's dreamed about for years.
ABC News · May 21, 2023 Felise Kaufusi slapped with three-match ban, likely ruling out State of Origin opener The only chance for Felise Kaufusi to play State of Origin will be if he fights his grade-two careless high tackle charge and wins at the judiciary.
AAP · May 20, 2023 Ponga HIA scare in Sharks' victory over Knights Nicho Hynes furthered his State of Origin case and Kalyn Ponga was sent for a HIA as Cronulla comfortably defeated Newcastle 26-6 in Coffs Harbour.
AAP · May 20, 2023 Crucial Sunday looms before Blues pick Origin I squad NSW will have to wait until after the final game of round 12 to be certain of the backline they will take into State of Origin I against Queensland in Adelaide.
AAP · May 20, 2023 Carrigan draws on Origin advice from Myles Brisbane and Queensland forward Pat Carrigan will rip into NSW in the State of Origin series with the ethos of Maroons great Nate Myles as inspiration.
ABC News · May 18, 2023 Jarome Luai fined for pushing touch judge, making him available for State of Origin selection A push to the back of touch judge Chris Sutton got the attention of commentators, but Penrith star Jarome Luai escapse with a fine rather than a suspension ahead of State of Origin selection.
AAP · May 18, 2023 Banana-drama! Walters wants Flegler in Maroons squad Brisbane warrior prop Tom Flegler hails from a workaholic banana farming family and is a Queensland prop in waiting insists his coach Kevin Walters.
ABC News · May 18, 2023 Could Heilum Luki be the first player of Niuean heritage selected for Origin? From representing a tiny pacific island nation as a kid, to North Queensland Cowboys prodigy, could Heilum Luki be pulling on the maroons jersey next?
ABC News · May 18, 2023 Queensland stalwart Josh Papali'i announces retirement from State of Origin Billy Slater's Maroons have been dealt a blow on the eve of the 2023 State of Origin series, with Raiders prop Josh Papali'i standing down from Queensland selection.
ABC News · May 5, 2023 Reece Walsh's Magic Round performance proves once again he's ready for prime time, and that means State of Origin Billy Slater will be judged harshly if he makes the "wrong" choice between Kalyn Ponga and Reece Walsh for State of Origin I. But between Walsh's form and Ponga's Origin III masterclass last year, there's no wrong answer, writes Jon Healy.
The Guardian - AU · May 4, 2023 Labor warns NSW facing a ‘momentous task’ in transition to renewables Energy minister Penny Sharpe says state will need to decarbonise its electricity sector at a faster rate