Mackay Cutters’ Andy Battaia made his voice heard loud and clear ahead of his side’s round 1 fixture, as the club revealed their Mal Meninga, Cyril Connell and Harvey Norman sides for the weekend.
Cowboys fans will get their first look at backrower Kai O’Donnell on Friday with the North Queensland junior set to make his club debut in the trial match against the Dolphins. Read what he had to say and see the full team.
Lopsided scorelines, forfeited matchups and depleting numbers. Football teams in Mackay and surrounds are struggling, and they’re putting a Football Queensland policy firmly in the firing line.
Players to watch: Who were the rising stars of the the Mal Meninga Cup under-19s club league competition? Here’s 60 of the finest across all 14 teams ahead of round one this Saturday.
Todd Payten’s new-look backline is taking shape with the frontrunner to claim right centre giving a hint at who could replace Kyle Feldt on the wing. Read the latest from Cowboys HQ.
John Bateman has spoken for the first time since turning his back on Wests Tigers to join the Cowboys, insisting he is determined to see out his two-year deal. Find out why he decided to join North Queensland.
With QRL junior action set to get underway in a matter of weeks, take a look at the key players set to light up the Harvey Norman, Mal Meninga and Cyril Connell Cups in 2025.
Souths Sharks coach Mark Bowden reveals how his club landed their fourth ex-NRL recruit for the 2025 season
A former local rugby league player found himself in trouble with the law again after breaking down a door in a home he shouldn’t have been in — but he was quick to make amends.
A collection of Queensland sporting icons have helped to celebrate the Mackay Sports Foundation receiving $25,000 in new funding.
St Brendan’s College has forged a reputation as one of Australia’s leading rugby league nurseries but it’s now also dominating another international sport. No bull!
The rain failed to deter footy fans who turned out to Rockhampton’s Rugby Park to watch the Capras and Cutters do battle in the under-17 and under-19 boys and girls divisions on Saturday. See the photos.
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