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The Latest Breaking News from State of Origin

Morning Mail: Ben Roberts-Smith judgment day, AI ban considered, Maroons’ Origin stunner

SAS soldier will learn verdict in defamation case against three newspapers this afternoon; Labor to consider outlawing certain types of AI

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: poll shows support for housing action, wildfires in Canada, Russia’s spy whale

Majority of voters say government must do more top help renters, while ‘very aggressive’ spring wildfires in Nova Scotia prompt state of emergency

The Guardian - AU

NRL's Roosters re-sign Waerea-Hargreaves, Tupou

The Sydney Roosters have re-signed two of their most experienced players in Jared Waerea-Hargreaves and Daniel Tupou.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Jarome Luai and Nicho Hynes locked in classic State of Origin battle for New South Wales Blues five-eighth jersey

State of Origin speculation season has officially begun and the fiercest battle seems certain to be Jarome Luai's battle with Nicho Hynes for the Blues five-eighth spot.

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Newcastle co-captain Brailey tears ACL, out for season

Hooker Jayden Brailey will miss the rest of Newcastle's NRL season after rupturing his right ACL and tearing his meniscus against the Warriors.

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Manu named at fullback for Roosters' clash with Storm

Joey Manu will replace James Tedesco as the Roosters' fullback this weekend, while Parramatta, Manly and North Queensland have welcomed back key players.

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Storm finding their feet with 18-10 win over Souths

Melbourne can thank their goal-line defence and the efforts of their halves for a hard-fought 18-10 defeat of South Sydney.

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Josh Reynolds named for NRL comeback with Bulldogs

Josh Reynolds will this week play his first game for Canterbury since 2017, while Penrith representative star Liam Martin remains out with a hamstring injury.

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Cowboy Nanai to miss two NRL games for dangerous throw

North Queensland's State of Origin back-rower Jeremiah Nanai is set to miss two games after he was charged for his dangerous throw on Gold Coast's Phil Sami.

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Arthur set for new contract but Moses talks rage on

Brad Arthur is on the cusp of a contract extension but the Eels coach has downplayed suggestions his new deal will weigh into Mitch Moses' own negotiations.

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Family of rugby league great Arthur Beetson will 'live the dream' when the Redcliffe Dolphins debut in the NRL

The Dolphins' first NRL game against the Sydney Roosters was a "dream" of Australia's first Indigenous captain, the late Arthur Beetson.

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Penrith re-sign star winger Brian To'o

Penrith have retained a significant piece of their premiership puzzle, signing State of Origin winger Brian To'o to a long-term contract extension.

AFP

Samoa soar into League Cup final with help of 'heritage players'

London (AFP) - Samoa's historic march to the final of the Rugby League World Cup has solid foundations in a star-studded squad of hardened NRL and State of Origin regulars who have opted to play for their country of heritage rather than powerhouses such as Australia and New Zealand.

Daily Mirror

Samoa's Junior Paulo says minnows can win World Cup - not just beat England

State of Origin prop, 28, captains the Pacific nation who have been augmented by some of the NRL's greatest talent ahead of their Rugby League World Cup opener against England

The Guardian - AU

Australia defections are good for talent distribution at Rugby League World Cup

Allegiances to state and country, given the make-up of the NRL in 2022, do not need to be aligned

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Mental health warning over NRLW abuse

NSW and Queensland's State of Origin captains have warned of the danger of online trolls for NRLW players after an ugly spate on the eve of the season.

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Former NRL player Brett Finch pleads guilty to using a carriage service to send child abuse material

Former State of Origin star's lawyer tells a Sydney court that Brett Finch is seeking treatment for mental health issues, as prosecutors withdraw a further six charges against him.

The Guardian - AU

Morning mail: Pacific Islands Forum rift, new images of universe, top five State of Origin deciders

Wednesday: Anthony Albanese to face contention when he lands in Fiji. Plus: stunning pictures from the James Webb telescope

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Broncos re-sign Origin star Cobbo

State of Origin representative Selwyn Cobbo will remain with Brisbane until at the least the end of the 2025 season after signing a contract extension.

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NRL's U-19s Origin marquee falls flat

The NRL's bid for marquee players to feature in under-19s State of Origin has fallen flat, despite a rule that pushed for the game's best young talent to play.

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Storm ponder wing replacement for Coates

Melbourne are still to decide who will replace injured State of Origin winger Xavier Coates for their NRL clash with Sydney Roosters at the SCG.

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Origin experience a boon for Roosters teen

State of Origin call-ups have affected the Sydney Roosters and Canberra ahead of their NRL clash.

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