Maroons make surprise utility call for Origin decider
Queensland coach Billy Slater is set to make four changes to his side for the anticipated State of Origin decider, including the surprise return of Newcastle superstar Kalyn Ponga.
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Broncos’ finals hopes fade following loss to Panthers
The Broncos’ mid-season rut has gone from bad to worse as they continue to lose touch with the top eight after five straight losses, with the Panthers claiming victory in the grand final rematch.
Maroons mail: Queensland consider Origin lifeline for Fifita
Queensland selectors have discussed handing David Fifita a surprise Origin recall for the decider, with one ex-Maroons skipper backing the Titans wrecking ball. See the team news.
ASX 200 dips as miners offset health gains; Santos down
Saudi Aramco dismisses ‘inaccurate’ Santos takeover report. Samsung flags 15-fold profit jump. Bitcoin down. NIB reassures on cover amid public St Vincent’s brawl.
‘Hate his own mother if she was born in Qld’: Blues’ public enemy No.1
Even former Queensland Origin stars have reluctantly fallen in love with the Blues’ back-row Grub, Liam Martin. The same can’t be said for bloodthirsty Broncos and Maroons fans.
Ponga v Walsh: Maroons legends urge Slater to pick Knights’ No.1
Maroons legends have backed Kalyn Ponga to be the match winner for Queensland in Origin III, calling on Billy Slater to pick him. Even if it means dropping Reece Walsh.
Buzz: Why Blues can overcome Qld Origin fortress
What they’ll cop at Suncorp in the Origin decider is nothing compared to the adversity Michael Maguire and his Blues squad have dealt with as individuals, writes BUZZ ROTHFIELD.
Benefits and execution of $4.9bn bank deal in spotlight
Approval of ANZ’s $4.9bn takeover of Suncorp Bank will see the buyer add $70bn in loans to its portfolio and start a huge customer retention drive.
ANZ deal was always right, says Suncorp’s boss
Everything is in place to complete the ownership transfer by August 1 but customers won’t notice any change, says Suncorp chief executive Steve Johnston.
A sigh of relief – now the hard work starts
For ANZ it has been a marathon effort to pull off the most substantive deal in the banking sector since 2008, but the hard work now begins as it seeks to retain Suncorp Bank’s customers.
ANZ given green light in Suncorp takeover
ANZ Bank has been given the final approval for its $4.9bn takeover of Suncorp’s banking arm.
ASX 200 lifts as ANZ, Suncorp gain on deal
Nine staff pass motion of no confidence against CEO after job cuts revealed. ANZ, Suncorp Bank gain on deal completion. IAG secures earnings volatility cover. Adore Beauty buying iKOU for $25m. Mirvac’s $2bn Sydney tower gets backer.
Politics Now: Social media does no harm to kids, claims Meta
Local Meta executives told a joint select committee that social media was ‘safe and positive’ for children, while admitting the tech giant had no local staff to police dangerous content.
The image that will have Qld fans baying for Blues’ blood
Already a reviled figure in Queensland, the Blues’ chief attack dog has guaranteed himself public enemy No.1 status when the State of Origin series goes on the line at Suncorp Stadium. WATCH
‘We’re Queenslanders’: Slater quiet on changes
Nothing went right for Queensland in an MCG thumping but coach Billy Slater wasn’t going to be jumping at shadows when it comes to turning things around for the decider.
Crash: Why 40 minutes of madness will spur Qld series win
The Maroons were unable to overcome the mental aspect of winning a series in Game 2, but a decider at Suncorp Stadium will be a magnificent motivator.
Blue Murder: NSW keep series alive with record-breaking onslaught
In the ultimate redemption from a nightmare Origin game one, the NSW Blues smashed records in a dominant first half to set up a mouthwatering decider at Suncorp Stadium.
Maroons massacre: Origin hat-trick on ropes after MCG disaster
Shattered Queensland must save face in a Suncorp decider after a Mitchell Moses-inspired New South Wales kept the 2024 series alive with a 38-18 belting of the Maroons.
Origin player ratings: The Maroons stars who’ll have nightmares
Queensland were monstered by NSW — but who struggled the most in the State of Origin stomping? Check out our player ratings and have your say!
‘I love you’: Bennett-Tevita bromance leads to Dolphins debut
Tevita Pangai Jnr quipped Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett told him he loved him before asking him if his head and heart were fully invested in his latest comeback.
Broncos’ title aspirations dented by ruthless Sharks
Alarm bells are ringing at the Broncos after they were toppled at home by a Sharks side missing Nicho Hynes, with Brisbane now already equalling their regular season loss tally from 2023.
NRL Early Mail: Staggs return a hammer blow for popular cheapie
Kotoni Staggs has been cleared to play against the Sharks in a major blow for one popular cheapie while an injury could open the door for star rookie Blaize Talagi to be named.
Horrifying moment car sent flying in crash
Dashcam footage has captured the heart-stopping moment a car was sent flying after being struck from behind by another vehicle on a major road.
Walters: Origin emotions played part in Walsh’s referee abuse
Almost one year after Reece Walsh’s infamous verbal attack on referee Chris Butler, Brisbane coach Kevin Walters has revealed his own error that may have contributed to the event.
Magic Round cocaine bust rocks NRL
An NRL club has been unwittingly dragged in the crosshairs of a Queensland police investigation following a cocaine bust at a Suncorp corporate suite during Magic Round.
Magic Round Tackle: Two Sydney clubs in embarrassing spoon battle
Two heavyweight Sydney clubs clash in round 12 in what could shape as a possible wooden spoon showdown following horror Magic Round losses. FATIMA KDOUH’s likes and dislikes from Magic Round.
Former Dexus boss tipped as Lendlease chair contender
A former Dexus boss and an ex-Suncorp exec are among those being tipped as possible contenders for key spots on the Lendlease board.
Clunky Cowboys survive Souths comeback in frantic finish
The Cowboys have snapped a five-game losing streak, but it was far from a perfect performance, as the Rabbitohs showed signs of life as they threatened to take the game to golden point.
State of Origin player ratings: Who starred, who flopped in Game I
NSW pulled off an old-fashioned ambush at Suncorp Stadium on Thursday night, but who were the standouts and who struggled? PAMELA WHALEY rates every player.
NSW stun Maroons at home in front of record Origin crowd
The NSW Sky Blues have dealt a devastating blow to the Maroons’ hopes of back-to-back series wins, blowing their Origin rivals away in the first half to secure victory in Game I.
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