Australia sevens side warm up for upcoming Tokyo Olympics in Darwin
The Australian sevens side was up in Darwin this week on a heat exposure camp ahead of the upcoming Tokyo Olympics.
Rugby Union
Covid drama: Qld team ruled out
BRILLIANT tries, Fijian flair and the stunning withdrawal of a visiting Brisbane team due to snap COVID-19 tests dominated day two of the Heineken-Friends Of Rugby Masters 10s.
Redwings fly to early favouritism on Day 1 of rugby’s Masters 10s
The sixth edition of the Friends of Rugby’s Masters 10s produces a series of high quality tries and tremendous breakaways
Rabbitohs win in thriller grand final
SOUTH Darwin Rabbitohs claimed the 2020-21 Darwin a-grade rugby union crown following a thrilling 15-14 win over a valiant Casuarina Cougars.
Cougars up for challenge v Souths
GETTING the one percenters right is the motto in the Casuarina Cougars camp ahead of their 2020-21 Darwin A-grade Rugby Union Grand Final clash against South Darwin on Saturday night.
Can Souths repeat minor title win?
WITH the minor premiership already in its grasp, South Darwin on the charge to claim the 2020-21 Darwin A-grade Rugby Union trophy when it faces off against Casuarina Cougars.
Young gun Dixon bags prestigious Eric Johnston
PALMERSTON Crocs young gun Nathan Dixon was left speechless after becoming one of the youngest ever winners of the prestigious Eric Johnston Medal in his debut A-grade season.
Palmerston young gun with medal haul after impressive season
PALMERSTON Crocs young gun fly-half Nathan Dixon capped off a stellar rookie A-grade season with a haul of awards, including the prestigious Eric Johnston Medal.
Cougars into big dance with win over Dragons
COURAGE in defence and early scoreboard pressure saw Casuarina Cougars win 18-13 over Darwin Dragons to book themselves a spot in the 2021 Darwin A-grade Rugby Union Grand Final.
Cougars fired up ahead of Dragons prelim final
CASUARINA Cougars are fired up for more finals rugby but won’t be taking forwards-oriented Darwin Dragons lightly when the sides meet in the Darwin A-grade Rugby Union preliminary final.
Dragons hold on to beat Pirates in knockout Darwin rugby semi-final
REIGNING premiers the Dragons kept their three-peat chances alive after surviving the Darwin Rugby Union knockout semi-final with a 24-20 win over University Pirates.
Season on the line for Dragons in Pirates encounter
THE Dragons are expecting a tight encounter against University Pirates, with both sides looking to keep their Darwin Rugby Union trophy hopes alive, while South Darwin and Casuarina will compete in the major semi-final.
Strong set piece sees Cougars beat Pirates
DOMINANCE in the set piece and in defence saw Casuarina Cougars beat rivals University Pirates 22-11 to secure the finals double chance, while South Darwin secured the minor premiership.
Souths not taking Dragons for granted
LADDER leaders South Darwin Rabbitohs are determined to do everything they can to secure the minor premiership when they take on Darwin Dragons in the final round of the Darwin A-grade Rugby Union competition.
Pirates and Cougars with contrasting wins in Round 14
DOMINANT set pieces allowed the University Pirates backs plenty of time to run with the ball in their dominant 43-12 win over Palmerston Crocs, while Casuarina came from behind to beat South Darwin
Crocs looking to upset Pirates at Rugby Park
PALMERSTON Crocs will look to exit the 2020-21 Darwin A-grade Rugby Union competition with a bang when they take on University Pirates at Rugby Park.
Australian Deaf Rugby sides to compete in Darwin
THE Australian Deaf Rugby men’s and women’s sides will make their first trip to the Top End to contest the Darwin Masters Rugby 10s and promote their game to a Territory audience.
Pirates ride the storm to beat Dragons
DESPITE heavy rainfall, University Pirates found their feet early to come out 32-24 winners over Darwin Dragons in Round 13 of the Darwin A-grade Rugby Union competition.
Pirates see chance to turn ship around
UNIVERSITY Pirates are striving for a return to the winners’ circle when they take on Darwin Dragons in Round 13 of the Darwin A-grade Rugby Union competition.
Horan in Darwin to inspire Territory youth
WALLABY legend and Santos ambassador Tim Horan dropped into Darwin this week visiting schools and clubs to pass on his international experiences and talk about living a healthy lifestyle, while also endorsing increased support of the Territory game.
Cougars pounce to take Round 12 win over Dragons
CASUARINA Cougars pounced in the second half to win 29-5 over the reigning premiers Darwin Dragons in Round 12 of the Darwin A-grade rugby union competition.
Cougars with running plan in mind ahead of Dragons
CASUARINA Cougars are eager to force the Darwin Dragons’ strong forwards into a running battle in Round 12 of the Darwin A-grade rugby union competition at Rugby Park.
Bunnies run riot in win over Pirates
SOUTH Darwin’s hard-running backs and committed forwards saw their side to a big 40-5 win over University Pirates in Round 11 of the Darwin A-grade Rugby Union competition.
Bunnies expecting tight game against Pirates
SOUTH Darwin has been in rampaging form climbing to the top of the Darwin A-grade Rugby Union competition, but it will know not to take its upcoming Round 11 challenge against University Pirates lightly.
Crocs handle wet conditions best in beating Pirates
PALMERSTON Crocs found their feet early on in a rain-soaked game to beat University Pirates 32-13 in Round 10 of the A-grade Darwin Rugby Union competition at University Oval.
Stallions run into Hottest 7s form
THE final day of Hottest 7s Rugby saw the weather cool down but the competition continued to heat up as the top sides were rewarded for their efforts
National honour for rugby family
RUGBY Australia has awarded NT locals Ben and Selina Blyton the HSBC Volunteer of the Year award for their years of hard work at the Palmerston Crocs Rugby Union Club
Stars to burn bright in Hottest 7s
The Hottest 7s arrives in town this weekend and with it comes a host of players from around the world ready to showcase their skills in the scorching heat.
Rabbit looked at by Aussie scouts
TERRITORY product Wayne Bilston made his mark on the national stage after starring for the Australian Barbarians at the Under-19 Rugby Championship in Canberra.
9/11 remembered in union clash
THE seventh US Marines-Casuarina Stray Cats rugby union international will be staged at Marrara’s Rugby Park
NT cops to represent Australia in Hong Kong
NINE Territorians are headed to Hong Kong to contest the International Police Rugby Championships as members of the Australian Police Rugby Union men’s and women’s outfits
Former Palmo rugby player jailed for ‘terrifying’ bottle-o robbery
A former Palmerston rugby player who robbed a bottle shop with a meat cleaver is due to be released from prison next week.
South Darwin in union grand final
SOUTH DARWIN is the first side through to Darwin Club Rugby’s grand final after its comprehensive defeat of University Pirates in the qualifying final.
Classic Wallabies on goodwill tour
CLASSIC Wallabies spearheaded by ex-players and heroes of rugby union Justin Harrison, Stephen Larkham and Glen Ella plunged into the #GoldBlooded tour at Crocosaurus Cove.
NT rugby table toppers recover for victories
TABLE leaders South Darwin and Darwin Dragons both pulled the proverbial rabbit out of the hat to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat in A-grade rugby action on the weekend
Women to unite on the Rugby field
Women in Alice Springs will have a new avenue to play rugby union this year with the Central Australian Rugby Union developing a women’s seven’s competition.
Souths claim NTRU title
SOUTH Darwin claimed its sixth NTRU first grade premiership at Marrara last night with a 29-14 victory over Casuarina despite being handed four yellow cards
Cougars rewarded for patience
DESPITE losing its first six games, Casuarina is 80 minutes away from a premiership
NTRU boss gets the flick
NT RUGBY is on the hunt for a new CEO after not renewing Mark Heath’s contract, the NT News can reveal
Cougars still in finals’ frame
THE Casuarina Cougars have beaten the in-form Darwin Dragons 17-7 at Rugby Park to keep their NT Rugby Union finals chances alive
Bunnies belt Cougars to climb top of ladder
SOUTH Darwin returned to the top of the NTRU ladder after it beat Casuarina 38-13 and Palmerston went down to Dragons 47-12 in Round 12 at the weekend
Kiwis sink Aussies in Anzac Day clash
NEW Zealand broke Australia’s stranglehold on the NT Rugby Country of Origin title last night at Marrara, proving too strong for the men in gold 37-19
Origin battle to excite
NO game on the calendar gets the blood pumping more than tonight’s Country of Origin clash for Darwin’s top rugby players.
Smith’s big haul spot on for Crocs
PALMERSTON bounced back from its first loss of 2018 to beat Casuarina at Rugby Park 2 on Saturday night
Pirates back on course
UNIVERSITY coach Hone Edwards admits he didn’t know where his side’s season was heading only 10 days ago
Late try snatches victory
A LATE Abele Atunaisa try stole a 24-18 victory for South Darwin against a gallant Darwin Dragons at Rugby Park on Saturday
Pirates plunder NTRU premiership
UNIVERSITY notched all of their 24 points in the final 30 minutes to beat Casuarina 24-20 and win the NTRU premiership at Rugby Park on Saturday night
NT rugby girls set for elite Sevens
THE NORTHERN Territory Goannas are confident of matching it with the best from around the country at the Women’s National Sevens Championships in Adelaide this weekend, according to coach Peter Pauli.
Summer rugby back in Darwin
A REVITALISED Summer of Sevens will light up Rugby Park this weekend
Australian rugby courting Fifita
THE Andrew Fifita standoff has taken huge twist with rugby franchises lining up to lure the Cronulla star away from the NRL.
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