State Of Origin

Inside A-list lifestyles of our State of Origin stars

It’s Aussie sport’s greatest rivalry featuring some of our greatest stars, with lifestyles away from the game to match the spotlight on it.

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 27: Cameron Munster of the Maroons charges forward during game two of the 2021 State of Origin series between the Queensland Maroons and the New South Wales Blues at Suncorp Stadium on June 27, 2021 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

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How to stream State of Origin Game 1

State of Origin is back for another year and we’ve got all the information you need to know – including how to watch or stream the game.

Paul Gallen gives Nat eMyles' chin a one-two tap.

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‘I’m not proud’: Gallen’s regret over infamous Origin brawl

Ten years on from Paul Gallen’s infamous whack on Maroons rival Nate Myles, Gal has revealed his regret over the incident which saw rugby league bosses rally against on-field violence.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MAY 23: Tevita Pangai Junior looks on during a New South Wales Blues State of Origin training session at Coogee Oval on May 23, 2023 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images)

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Origin Late Mail: Freddy ready to play with fire

Brad Fittler has dismissed speculation he will make last minute changes to his forward pack, declaring Blues debutant Tevita Pangai Jr a certain starter for NSW.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 24: Kyle Feldt of the Cowboys celebrates scoring a try during the round 20 NRL match between the Brisbane Broncos and the North Queensland Cowboys at Suncorp Stadium on September 24, 2020 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images)

Origin boost: 40,000 set to shake Suncorp for Game III

The Maroon are in danger of having their backline decimated before the squad for the 2020 State of Origin series is even selected. But it’s not all bad news for Queensland, with 40,000 fans set to be cleared to watch Game III in Brisbane.

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2020 NRL Round 04 - Brisbane Broncos v Sydney Roosters, Suncorp Stadium, 2020-06-04. Digital image by jason obrien � NRL Photos

Maroons: Friends in high places to deny rising star

Jake Friend could well be going up against his future Queensland coach when the Roosters tackle their arch rivals South Sydney in Friday night’s final round blockbuster, writes PAUL CRAWLEY.

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NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 04: Enari Tuala of the Newcastle Knights runs the ball during the round 17 NRL match between the Newcastle Knights and the Cronulla Sharks at McDonald Jones Stadium on September 04, 2020 in Newcastle, Australia. (Photo by Ashley Feder/Getty Images)

Former Maroon’s big call on Cairns Knight’s path to Origin

Former Maroons flyer Ty Williams believes Newcastle Knights centre and fellow Far North product Enari Tuala has the potential to become the region’s next State of Origin star.

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Penrith's Liam Martin scores a try during NRL match between the Penrith Panthers and Canberra Raiders at Penrith Stadium. Picture. Phil Hillyard

Revealed: 33-game rookie storms into Origin race

He only made his NRL debut 543 days ago but the Panthers rookie has surged into State of Origin contention for NSW.

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Morris won’t come out of Origin retirement

Josh Morris is still good enough to play Origin, but he says he won’t come out of representative retirement because he wants a break from the NRL bubble.

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Moeaki Fotuaika 2020 NRL Round 09 - Gold Coast Titans v New Zealand Warriors, Cbus Super Stadium, 2020-07-10. Digital image by Scott Davis � NRL Photos

Revealed: Titans gun makes choice between Maroons and NZ

He’s one of the most explosive young talents in the NRL, and with both the Maroons and New Zealand chasing his services, Moe Fotuaika has officially decided who he wants to represent.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 08: Corey Oates of the Broncos watches on during the round one NRL match between the St George Illawarra Dragons and the Brisbane Broncos at UOW Jubilee Oval on March 8, 2018 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images)

Costly errors leave struggling star fighting for career

He made his NRL debut at 18 and has eight Origin games behind him, but Corey Oates now finds himself at a career crossroads with more than just his Maroons berth at stake.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 19: Alexander Brimson of the Titans makes a break to score a try during the round 19 NRL match between the Manly Sea Eagles and the Gold Coast Titans at Lottoland on September 19, 2020 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Matt King/Getty Images)

Brimson ready for Origin: Gagai

Queensland have been hit hard by injury on the eve of November’s Origin series, but Maroons back Dane Gagai believes Gold Coast fullback AJ Brimson is ready to handle the big stage.

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U ON SUNDAY: You and Me with Jamie-Lee Lewis (R) and Steph Hancock. Their fathers (Wally Lewis and Rohan Hancock) played together in the first State of Origin match 40 years ago. Now Jamie-Lee and Steph are best friends and teammates at Souths Logan Magpies. Pic Mark Cranitch.

State of Origin: The next Lewis and Hancock

Wally Lewis and Rohan Hancock made rugby league history when they played in the first State of Origin 40 years ago. Now their daughters, Jamie-Lee Lewis and Steph Hancock, are playing side-by-side, making their own history. Here’s their story.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 05: Coach Kevin Walters watches on during a Queensland Maroons State of Origin training session at Langlands Park on July 05, 2019 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images)

Walters must choose between state and club

Kevin Walters has made no secret about his desire to take over the reins at the Broncos – but doing so would come at a huge coast for the proud Queenslander.

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