Fans out in force as State of Origin fever hits Newcastle It sent a strong message the city was ready for more. Newcastle Herald · Jun 6, 2024
NSW too good in first game of historic Origin series NSW have beaten Queensland 22-12 on the back of a dominant first-half at Suncorp Stadium to take the first game of the historic three-game Origin series. AAP · May 16, 2024
Upton issues warning to NSW: 'My best is yet to come' Queensland No.1 Tamika Upton, who learned to run again after a back fracture four years ago, had a 2023 for the ages but insists there's plenty more to come. AAP · May 13, 2024
Latrell, Hammer named for Townsville All Stars clash Strong squads headlined by Latrell Mitchell and Joseph Tapine have been named for the NRL All Stars' return to Townsville. AAP · Feb 8, 2024
Upton stars as Jillaroos edge Kiwi Ferns in thriller Tamika Upton scored two tries on debut as Australia beat New Zealand 16-10 in their Pacific Championships rugby league Test in Townsville. AAP · Oct 14, 2023
All the red carpet photos from the NRLW Knights presentation night Some players had hoarse voices following celebrations after their premiership win Newcastle Herald · Oct 5, 2023
Newcastle star Upton set for Jillaroos bow Tamika Upton will come straight into the Jillaroos squad for Tests against New Zealand after a dazzling year in the NRLW with Newcastle. AAP · Oct 3, 2023
Upton eyes Jillaroos jersey after NRLW masterclass Tamika Upton has achieved just about everything in 2023, and will know on Tuesday whether she can add Australian selection to her list. AAP · Oct 2, 2023
Knights win back-to-back NRLW titles, silence doubters Newcastle have come from behind to defeat Gold Coast 24-18 in a nailbiting NRLW grand final to clinch back-to-back premierships. AAP · Oct 1, 2023
Tamika Upton pounces late to give Knights NRLW grand final win over Titans Dally M medal winner Tamika Upton scored two tries and set up two more as the Knights twice came from behind to win back-to-back titles The Guardian - AU · Oct 1, 2023
NRLW grand final 2023: Newcastle Knights beat Gold Coast Titans – as it happened Minute-by-minute report: A last-gasp Tamika Upton try gave Newcastle back-to-back NRLW premierships with a 24-18 win in a tight grand final in Sydney The Guardian - AU · Oct 1, 2023
Titans NRLW star Pelite loves 'junkyard' fullback role Gold Coast No.1 Evania Pelite's showdown with Newcastle fullback Tamika Upton could decide the NRLW grand final with Pelite set to showcase her raw power. AAP · Sep 30, 2023
How Newcastle shape up for the 2023 NRLW grand final Penpix of Newcastle's team for the NRLW grand final against Gold Coast. AAP · Sep 28, 2023
Ponga pips Johnson by a point to claim Dally M Medal Newcastle captain Kalyn Ponga is a surprise winner of the Dally M Medal, edging out Warriors ace Shaun Johnson to claim the NRL's top individual honour. AAP · Sep 27, 2023
AAP · Sep 24, 2023 Knights largely left out in NRLW Dally M team shortlist Newcastle have dominated the NRLW and are on track to defend their title but have been largely overlooked in the shortlist for Dally M team of the year.
AAP · Sep 24, 2023 Gold Coast to face Newcastle in NRLW grand final Gold Coast have beaten the Sydney Roosters 12-0 to reach the NRLW grand final against Newcastle, after the Knights also defeated Brisbane in their semi-final.
Newcastle Herald · Sep 22, 2023 Seeing is believing for next generation of rugby league stars There is a clear pathway to NRLW.
AAP · Sep 20, 2023 Knights' history lesson as NRLW dynasty beckons Newcastle are one win away from a second-consecutive NRLW grand final but Hannah Southwell is warning they must not lose focus as fourth-placed Brisbane loom.
The New Daily · Jun 22, 2023 NSW edges Queensland 18-14 in Townsville, but Maroons hoist Women’s State of Origin shield Queensland has been crowned women's State of Origin champions for the first time since 2021, despite NSW winning a dramatic game two.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 22, 2023 NSW beat Queensland amid late drama but Maroons still reclaim Women’s State of Origin shield A record crowd of over 18,000 in Townsville witnessed a historic Women’s State of Origin clash, which was decided by a last-minute penalty try
The Guardian - AU · Jun 22, 2023 Women’s State of Origin 2023 Game 2: Queensland Maroons 14-18 NSW Sky Blues – as it happened Minute-by minute report: NSW beat Queensland thanks to a late penalty try but the Maroons still claimed the series on aggregate points scored
The New Daily · Jun 19, 2023 Tamika Upton hoping to ride Queensland wave in Origin II Queensland fullback Tamika Upton hopes an expected record crowd in Townsville will provide some extra gusto in State of Origin on Thursday.
AAP · Jun 19, 2023 Upton looking to ride Queensland wave in Origin II With a clear plan of attack and a sea of Maroon at their backs, Tamika Upton hopes her side can ride a Queensland wave in Origin's Townsville decider.
The New Daily · Jun 1, 2023 Maroons triumph 18-10 in first game of Women’s State of Origin series Queensland is in the box seat to reclaim the Women's State of Origin shield after recording a 18-10 win over defending champions NSW.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 1, 2023 Queensland take charge of Women’s State of Origin series with Game One upset Queensland held firm under late pressure from New South Wales to take a 1-0 lead with the series to conclude in Townsville next month